Unbalanced narratives: The Gaza genocide anniversary
Amnesty International says the genocidal campaign had not only devastated Gaza but also weakened Israel's own military deterrence.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Amnesty International, OIC call for urgent probe into Gaza aid attack
Amnesty International says it is conducting a probe into the killing of more than 100 Palestinians who were waiting for aid in Gaza.
Fri Mar 01 2024
Amnesty says evidence shows Russian troops committed war crimes near Kiev
Civilians suffered abuses such as "reckless shootings and torture" at the hands of Russian forces.
Fri May 06 2022
Japan death row inmates sue over 'inhumane' same-day notification
Capital punishment in Japan is conducted by hanging, and the practice of not informing inmates of the timing until shortly before execution has long been decried.
Fri Nov 05 2021
Angelina Jolie wants kids to 'fight back' with new child rights book
"Know Your Rights and Claim Them" aims to equip kids with the knowledge to safely challenge injustices.
Thu Sep 02 2021
Israeli firm's spyware used to target journalists' cell phones - Reports
The targeted phone numbers were on a list provided by Forbidden Stories and Amnesty International to the 17 media organisations.
Mon Jul 19 2021
Factbox: The violence and insecurity affecting Nigeria
Armed gangs that rob and kidnap for ransom, commonly described as "bandits", are active across the northwest.
Sat Mar 13 2021
More protests held in Myanmar as Suu Kyi's lawyer dismisses bribery claims
Min Tun said Suu Kyi had accepted illegal payments worth $600,000, as well as gold, while in government.
Fri Mar 12 2021
Myanmar junta accuses Suu Kyi of taking bribes as 8 killed in anti-coup protests
Rights group Amnesty International accused the military of adopting battle tactics against demonstrators.
Thu Mar 11 2021
Vietnam jails journalists for 'propaganda' critical of state
Amnesty International said the verdict underscored the government's contempt for free media, particularly ahead of the congress.
Tue Jan 05 2021
Poor countries seen missing out as rich nations hoard COVID-19 vaccines
Rich nations home to 14 pct of the global population had bought 53 pct of the total stock of the most-promising vaccines as of last month.
Wed Dec 09 2020
Vietnam steps up online crackdown, jailed activists at record high - Amnesty
The current number of prisoners of conscience in Vietnam is the highest that London-based Amnesty has reported.
Tue Dec 01 2020
Questions linger among the corpses of an Ethiopian massacre
Dozens of corpses still awaiting a grave lie abandoned in a roadside ditch, their exposed flesh rotting in the sun.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Nigeria's president urges end to protests but remains silent on demonstration shooting
Violence in Lagos, Africa's biggest city and the commercial hub of the continent's largest economy, has escalated since Wednesday.
Fri Oct 23 2020
Pentagon prepares to welcome once-banned Indonesian minister despite rights concerns
Prabowo was accused of involvement with military crimes in places like East Timor that have earned him scorn among human rights advocates.
Thu Oct 15 2020
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