Building a resilient Southeast Asia: WWF, BCG and Think City launch SEACAR Alliance at COP28
The event explores the interconnected elements and the transformative potential in addressing the region's climate challenges.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Global wildlife populations have sunk 69% since 1970 - WWF report
This serious drop tells us that nature is unravelling and the natural world is emptying, said Andrew Terry.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Receding ice leaves Canada's polar bears at rising risk
Every year from late June when the bay ice disappears, polar bears must move onto shore to begin a period of forced fasting.
Mon Oct 03 2022
[COLUMNIST] Moving towards an ASEAN Common Fisheries Policy
We should still strive for a Common Fisheries Policy (CFP).
Thu Aug 11 2022
The 16 principles that could save the ocean
Human activity threatens to fundamentally undermine ocean health, which would have knock-on effects for humans worldwide.
Sat Jul 09 2022
Bali beach releases endangered Indonesian turtles back to ocean
Indonesia has become a hub of international trafficking of marine turtles, feeding demand from countries such as M'sia, Vietnam and China.
Fri Jan 21 2022
Lights go out around the world for 10th Earth Hour
The lights are being switched off around the world at 8:30 pm on Saturday evening, to mark the 10th annual Earth Hour, and to draw attention to climate change.
Sat Mar 25 2017
What Harambe's death means for a critically endangered species of gorilla
Western lowland gorillas are widely hunted for meat, and their body parts are used as medicine and "magical charms," according to the World Wildlife Fund.
Fri Jun 03 2016
Smile! Emoji is taking over advertising
Advertisers have now learned to speak emoji in a world where promotional videos are ignored and ad banners are blocked.
Sat Aug 08 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
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