![Young athletes ready to shine as rivalries ignite at SUKMA 2024 in Sarawak Young athletes ready to shine as rivalries ignite at SUKMA 2024 in Sarawak](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71714481462_TBSUKMA.jpg)
Young athletes ready to shine as rivalries ignite at SUKMA 2024 in Sarawak
Although this 21st edition of the biennial games officially kicks off this Saturday, several events has already begun since Monday.
Thu Aug 15 2024
![2027 SEA Games: Organising concept, location to be decided after talks with government 2027 SEA Games: Organising concept, location to be decided after talks with government](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/71652337363_PresidenMajlisOlim.jpg)
2027 SEA Games: Organising concept, location to be decided after talks with government
The biennial games could be staged just in and around the federal capital as was done previously or be shared with other states as co-hosts.
Tue Jun 07 2022
![SEA Games: Mission accomplished as karate delivers gold no 36 for Malaysia SEA Games: Mission accomplished as karate delivers gold no 36 for Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/81653043646_Karate.jpg)
SEA Games: Mission accomplished as karate delivers gold no 36 for Malaysia
The Malaysian contingent achieved its 36-gold target at the 31st SEA Games today - three days before the curtain comes down on the biennial Games.
Fri May 20 2022
![MTB cycling squad creates history by winning first gold at SEA Games MTB cycling squad creates history by winning first gold at SEA Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/61652765460_SukanSea.jpg)
MTB cycling squad creates history by winning first gold at SEA Games
The national squad emerge victorious and present the 20th gold medal to Malaysia at the biennial games.
Tue May 17 2022
![Final preparations underway as 31st SEA Games opening nears Final preparations underway as 31st SEA Games opening nears](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/61651815594_SukanSea.jpg)
Final preparations underway as 31st SEA Games opening nears
The Organising Committee of the 31st SEA Games in Vietnam is currently working hard to complete all preparations ahead of the biennial games which will officially raise its curtains next Thursday.
Fri May 06 2022
![Grace aims to accomplish two feats at Hanoi SEA Games Grace aims to accomplish two feats at Hanoi SEA Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/41646472115_gracewongxiumei.jpg)
Grace aims to accomplish two feats at Hanoi SEA Games
National hammer throw ace Grace is aiming for a 63 m throw at the biennial games on May 12 to 23.
Sat Mar 05 2022
![Show real sportsmanship, Malaysian hospitality to other contingents - Tun Jeanne Show real sportsmanship, Malaysian hospitality to other contingents - Tun Jeanne](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-09/71505223563_TunJeanneAbdullah.jpg)
Show real sportsmanship, Malaysian hospitality to other contingents - Tun Jeanne
Tun Jeanne Abdullah said as the host of the biennial Games for athletes with special needs, the national contingent must show friendliness to other competitors.
Tue Sep 12 2017
![KL2017: Marang lad wants to make country proud KL2017: Marang lad wants to make country proud](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/61503120749_950x600.jpg)
KL2017: Marang lad wants to make country proud
The 2017 Kuala Lumpur SEA Games (KL2017) would be his second time in the biennial games but Muhammad Abdul Azim Othman, or fondly known as Azim, is readier than ever to make the country proud.
Sat Aug 19 2017
![Melaka not distracted by talks over Khairul's future Melaka not distracted by talks over Khairul's future](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/71499163430_KhairulHafizJantan.jpg)
Melaka not distracted by talks over Khairul's future
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Idris Haron says the state is focused on ensuring a good management to produce positive results in the biennial games.
Tue Jul 04 2017
![Sea Games and ASEAN Para Games to be held on separate dates - Khairy Sea Games and ASEAN Para Games to be held on separate dates - Khairy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-04/81461341574_KhairyJamaluddin.jpg)
Sea Games and ASEAN Para Games to be held on separate dates - Khairy
Khairy said the two biennial games would be officially known as 'KL2017' for the purpose of promoting both games together, and having an inclusive identity.
Fri Jul 22 2016
![Body-builder grabs gold for Malaysia Body-builder grabs gold for Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-12/81387123181_295x200.jpg)
Body-builder grabs gold for Malaysia
Wong Ngai Hoeng also made a new record when he emerged as the first national athlete to win the gold in the event at the biennial games.
Sun Dec 15 2013
![Malaysia crowned AUG 2012 overall champions Malaysia crowned AUG 2012 overall champions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2012-12/51356085434_295x200.jpg)
Malaysia crowned AUG 2012 overall champions
Malaysia were crowned the overall champions of the Asean University Games (AUG) 2012 which came to a close Thursday night after collecting 60 golds, 48 silvers and 72 bronzes.
Fri Dec 21 2012
![Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739756921_trakpolis.jpg)
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18 Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739755397_tbSheikhNaimQassem.jpg)
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739755125_JDAM.jpg)
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738709801_TrumpNetanyahu.jpg)
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024 Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738804705_tbRINGGITMALAYSIA.jpg)
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025