Malaysia set to gain over US$100 billion in trade boost from BRI
Malaysia ranks among the top three trade partners in China's Belt and Road Initiative.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Trump picks onetime critic J.D. Vance, now a fierce defender, as his running mate
The selection of James David Vance could boost Donald Trump's turnout in the "Rust Belt" states where the election will likely be decided
Tue Jul 16 2024
[COLUMNIST] From transit to transformation: Unlocking the KL-SG HSR’s potential
There is an urgent need to devote more thought to how the HSR can unlock its immense potential for the benefit of the MANY Malaysians.
Tue Jun 18 2024
China's changing fortunes
Rumours of China's demise come and go, but how it responds to the current crisis will have far-ranging consequences.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident
The airline is adopting a more cautious approach to turbulence, including not serving hot drinks or meals when the seat belt sign is on.
Fri May 24 2024
Malaysia open to extending China-led rail project to Thai border
The RM50.27 billion railway is on track to connect the east and west coasts of peninsular Malaysia by the end of 2026.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Earth’s early evolution: Fresh insights from rocks formed 3.5 billion years ago
These rocks are found in the oldest parts of what are today the continents, called cratons.
Sat Feb 24 2024
TVET institutions set to send 500 young talent to China for enhanced skills training
The selected young talents have passed Levels 2 and 3 of the M'sian Skills Certificate certified by the Skills Development Department.
Wed Feb 07 2024
Attacks in Nigeria's Plateau state leave at least 30 dead
There's been series of attacks around Mangu town, despite a curfew imposed by the state government.
Fri Jan 26 2024
Child falling out of moving car: Police tracking down vehicle owner
Police said the child was believed to have been thrown out of the car because the rear left passenger side door was not closed properly.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Putin praises 'dear friend' Xi, pitches Russia's Northern Sea route
Vladimir Putin called Xi Jinping his "dear friend" and heaped praise on the Belt and Road Initiative for bringing the world together.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Putin visits 'dear friend' Xi in show of no-limits partnership
Xi Jinping invited Vladimir Putin to attend the third Belt and Road forum in Beijing.
Tue Oct 17 2023
Over 60 Jamaican school kids hospitalized after eating cannabis rainbow candy
The packet of "full throttle rainbow sour belts" each containing 100 milligrams of THC is considered a strong dose for experienced adults.
Wed Oct 04 2023
Puma gives birth to rare albino cub in Nicaragua
The tiny, pink-nosed puma at Thomas Belt Zoo in Juigalpa marks the Central American country's first albino puma to be born in captivity.
Sat Sep 02 2023
UFC: Sean O'Malley KOs Aljamain Sterling to secure bantamweight belt
Sean O'Malley became the new bantamweight champion on Saturday night by knocking out Aljamain Sterling during the main event at UFC 292 in Boston.
Sun Aug 20 2023
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