Singapore opposition members quit in latest political shake-up
The Workers' Party said MP Leon Perera and its youth wing president Nicole Seah had handed in their resignation letters.
Wed Jul 19 2023
Istanbul police says Syrian woman main suspect, detains 46 over bombing
Ahlam Albashir said she was trained by Kurdish militants in Syria and entered Turkey through northwest Syria's Afrin region, police said.
Mon Nov 14 2022
North Korea to convene parliament, anti-epidemic meeting amid zero COVID claim
NKorea's parliament rarely meets and usually serves to approve decisions on issues that have been created by it's powerful Worker's Party.
Mon Aug 08 2022
Hundreds protest in Baghdad after deadly attack on tourist resort
The attack killed nine people including a newly wed husband and a 1-year-old.
Fri Jul 22 2022
S.Korea's Moon promises final push for N.Korea peace
Moon said his outreach to North Korea had been enabled by a large military buildup that helped make South Korea safer.
Mon Jan 03 2022
Flanked by missiles, North Korea's Kim says US and South Korea threaten peace
Jong Un said his country's weapons development is necessary in the face of hostile policies from the United States and a military buildup in South Korea.
Wed Oct 13 2021
N.Korea's Kim calls for improving people's lives amid 'grim' economy
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un urged officials to focus on improving citizens' lives in the face of a "grim" economic situation.
Mon Oct 11 2021
Two Koreas reopen hotlines as North urges South to mend ties
Pyongyang's official KCNA news agency had said the telephone links would be reconnected on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Mon Oct 04 2021
North Korea derides South's submarine-launched missile as clumsy, rudimentary
Both N. Korea and S.Korea have been developing increasingly sophisticated weapons amid stalled efforts to ease tension on the peninsula.
Mon Sep 20 2021
Exclusive-North, South Korea in talks over summit, reopening liaison office - Sources
The two Koreas are still technically at war after their 1950-53 conflict ended in a ceasefire.
Wed Jul 28 2021
South, North Korea have restored hotlines as leaders seek to rebuild ties
South Korean President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have exchanged multiple letters since April and agreed to reconnect the hotlines.
Tue Jul 27 2021
N.Korea missile test casts shadow over Biden administration, Japan Olympics
The command said it was monitoring the situation and consulting with allies.
Thu Mar 25 2021
North Korea developed nuclear, missile programs in 2020: U.N. report
North Korea blew up tunnels at its main nuclear test site, Punggye-ri, in 2018, saying it was proof of its commitment to end nuclear testing.
Tue Feb 09 2021
After Trump setbacks, Kim Jong Un starts over with Biden
Last year was a disaster for North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Fri Jan 22 2021
North Korea shows off new submarine-launched missiles after rare party congress
North Korea displayed what appeared to be a new submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) at a parade on Thursday night.
Fri Jan 15 2021
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024