Altantuya murder: Azilah's death sentence commuted to 40 years in prison with whipping
The Federal Court allowed Azilah Hadri's review application today to commute his death sentence to imprisonment.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Palestinian commander targeted in Israeli strike in Lebanon, sources say
The strike hit a building in the crowded Ain al-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp near the southern city of Sidon, the sources said.
Tue Oct 01 2024
No more single-use plastic bags at 20 retail chains from Oct 1 - Nga
Starting October 1, 20 hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacy chains will stop providing single-use plastic bags at their 8,000 outlets.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Trash balloons sent by North Korea cause regular disruptions at Seoul's airports
North Korea has launched more than 5,500 balloons with bags of trash attached to them since late May.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Liek Hou secures Malaysia's maiden gold in Paris 2024
Cheah Liek Hou has defended his men's singles SU5 (physical impairment) Paralympic gold medal, bagging Malaysia's first at the Games.
Tue Sep 03 2024
Altantuya’s family files bankruptcy notice against Razak Baginda
Abdul Razak Baginda failed to pay over RM9.24 mln in damages, including interest, to the family as ordered by the High Court in 2022.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Pengasas Telegram ditahan: 'Pembuka mata' bagi platform media sosial
Penahanan pengasas aplikasi Telegram Pavel Durov adalah satu insiden teladan yang memerlukan perhatian serius oleh semua lapisan masyarakat agar lebih sedar akan risiko maklumat yang dikongsi.
Sun Aug 25 2024
Australians jubilant as sports-mad country bags record gold at Olympics
Australians bagged national record 18 gold medals at the Paris Olympics moving up third place in the medals tally behind China and America.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Maid not a punching bag, two women ordered to enter defence for trafficking Indonesian woman
The judge said there was evidence showing the victim had been exploited by the two women, who were also violent against the victim.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader
The wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi received a death sentence for collaborating with the group and detaining Yazidi women in her home.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Astro continues excellence in service by bagging six awards at Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2024
Astro's commitment to top-tier content and cutting-edge tech ensures an exceptional audience experience.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Investigation paper on suitcase filled with RM500,000 referred to Bukit Aman - Selangor Police Chief
Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the individual claiming the money in the luggage bag do not have solid evidence of the source of the money.
Wed May 15 2024
Oscar nominees to unwrap gift bags with luxury trips, Rubik's Cubes
This year's Oscar gift bags will have nominees well-rested with great skin and full stomachs.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Celebrating Jade Emperor's birthday, Bagan Sungai Lima-style
For the Hokkien community in general, the birthday of the Jade Emperor is the most significant event during the 15-day CNY festivities.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Shahmalarani bags gold Larnaca K1 Series
C. Shahmalarani claimed the women's -50kg title, after beating Spaniard Eva Rodriguez 9-5 in the finals, held at the Kition Athletic Center.
Mon Feb 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
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