F1 cancels season-opening Australian GP amid virus concerns
The decision came after six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton said he was shocked that organizers planned to proceed with the Australian Grand Prix
Fri Mar 13 2020
Three F1 team members tested for COVID-19 at Australian GP
Three staff members of Formula One teams have been isolated at the Australian Grand Prix while tests are conducted to see if they have coronavirus, officials said on Wednesday.
Wed Mar 11 2020
'Fired up' Ferrari in the hunt, says Vettel
Sebastian Vettel has seen a number of false dawns since crossing to Ferrari but the German could see good times ahead for the 'scuderia' after putting his car on the front row of the Australian GP.
Sat Mar 25 2017
Formula One: Nico Rosberg beats Lewis Hamilton to win Australian GP
Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team's German driver Nico Rosberg wins the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.
Sun Mar 20 2016
Discussion: What to expect in Melbourne?
Will it be endurance or will it be the help of soft tyres? Who will come out on top in the Australian GP?
Mon Mar 14 2016
Vettel takes pole for Australian GP
World champion Sebastian Vettel produced a flying last lap to grab the pole for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne on Sunday.
Sun Mar 17 2013
Formula One: Vettel, Red Bull dominate Aussie GP practice
World champion Sebastian Vettel took up where he left off last season as Red Bull dominated opening practice on Friday ahead of the weekend's season-opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix.
Fri Mar 15 2013
Good start for Zulfahmi ahead of Australian GP
Moto3 rider Muhammad Zulfahmi Khairuddin put up a commendable performances to finish seventh in the free practice session ahead of the Australian GP on Sunday.
Fri Oct 26 2012
Stonor aiming sixth Aussie GP win before retirement
Casey Stoner has just two MotoGP races left before he retires at the end of the season.
Thu Oct 25 2012
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
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