Hostel fire kills 13 people in Kazakhstan - authorities
The fire broke out early in the morning in a three-storey building whose ground and basement levels were occupied by 72 hostel guests.
Thu Nov 30 2023
Kazakh unrest: Malaysians and investments in Kazakhstan are safe, says Ambassador
Kazakhstan ensures protection of foreign diplomatic missions in the country, as well as foreign companies and investors, Bulat said.
Wed Jan 12 2022
Russia sends troops to put down Kazakhstan uprising as fresh violence erupts
Authorities said at least 18 members of the security forces had died, including two found decapitated.
Fri Jan 07 2022
Kazakh largest city hit by deadly clash between police and protesters
Gunshots were heard as troops approached the crowd, according to Reuters witnesses, but the situation in the square had calmed down since then.
Thu Jan 06 2022
Kazakh president fails to quell protests, ex-Soviet states offer help
A Russia-led security alliance of ex-Soviet states will send peacekeeping forces to Kazakhstan.
Thu Jan 06 2022
Connie bags gold, Jonathan wins silver in Kazakhstan
National women's discus thrower Connie Chu Kang Ni bagged gold on the opening day of the Qasanov Memorial Athletics Championships in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Sun Jun 20 2021
Kazakhstan security agency plane crashes, 4 dead
A plane operated by Kazakhstan's state security agency crashed on Saturday, killing four crew members and injuring two others.
Sun Mar 14 2021
Kirthana unhappy with jump despite winning gold medal
The 20-year-old Perakian was disappointed for unable to surpass her personal best of 13.48m set at the G. Kosanov Memorial Tournament in Almaty, Kazakhstan, last month.
Mon Jul 17 2017
Of bread and wine: the world's most expensive cities
Almaty in Kazakhstan was the least expensive, followed by Lagos in recession-hit Nigeria.
Wed Mar 22 2017
Olympics: Beijing hands over 2022 Winter Games bid
The event is guaranteed to be staged in Asia as Beijing and Almaty are the only candidates and the final decision will be made in July.
Tue Jan 06 2015
World powers, Iran 'far apart' in nuclear stalemate
Iran and world powers have failed to break the deadlock in the crisis over Tehran's nuclear drive, with the EU's top diplomat and chief negotiator saying the positions were still "far apart".
Sun Apr 07 2013
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
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