Asia's COVID deaths surpass 1 million - Reuters tally
The death toll in Asia reached 1,000,045, contributing 16 pct of global deaths related to COVID-19.
Fri Mar 11 2022
Global COVID-19 cases near 250 million as Delta surge eases
Health experts are optimistic that many nations have put the worst of the pandemic behind them thanks to vaccines and natural exposure.
Mon Nov 08 2021
Indonesia, Asia's COVID-19 epicentre, considers relaxing curbs
President Joko Widodo flagged that current restrictions could be eased from as early as next week if cases start to drop.
Sat Jul 24 2021
NRP will guide Malaysia to exit the pandemic - Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul noted that the country's present difficulties have prompted an unfair assessment that Malaysia is "becoming a failed state".
Tue Jul 13 2021
Philippine 'river warriors' fight tide of trash for cleaner future
Each morning, a group of Filipinos rakes up piles of trash on the banks of one of the world's most polluted rivers.
Fri Jun 25 2021
Latest count of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia and selected countries
The following are the updates on COVID-19 figures in Malaysia and selected countries across the world as at 12 noon today.
Thu Jun 10 2021
Over 2.12 billion coronavirus vaccine shots administered worldwide
China leads the global count with over 763.07 million jabs, followed by the United States with 300.27 million.
Mon Jun 07 2021
India reports novel coronavirus variant, daily deaths at year's high
India has detected a new "double mutant variant" of the novel coronavirus adding to concern as the daily cases continues to increase.
Wed Mar 24 2021
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
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024