Mobile phone prohibition can curb vote-buying, says Dr Mahathir
If they are not allowed to bring mobile phones to the polling booths, they cannot reveal whom they voted for, Dr Mahathir said.
Sat Nov 19 2022
Here to stay? China's cityscapes transformed by thousands of COVID test booths
A thousand days since the WHO was told of a "viral pneumonia" in central China, many countries except China have returned to pre-COVID life.
Tue Sep 27 2022
Prime Minister visits Kelantan AKM Tour booths
Ismail Sabri spent about 30 minutes visiting some of the booths at the Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium after opening the Kelantan AKM Tour today.
Sat Jul 23 2022
'End of an era' as New York removes last of its iconic payphone booths
Over the decades, the phone booths have featured widely in pop culture, from comic books to Hollywood blockbusters and TV shows.
Wed May 25 2022
Friday Fives: Most notable cars of the 2016 Geneva Motor Show
Here’re five booths you have to look at when you’re at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show!
Fri Mar 04 2016
Greece's bailout referendum: who, why, where?
Nearly 10 million Greek voters will take to the ballot booths Sunday to vote 'Yes' or 'No' in a referendum asking if they accept more austerity measures in return for bailout funds.
Sat Jul 04 2015
18 dead, polling booths firebombed as Bangladesh votes
Thousands of protesters firebombed polling stations and at least 18 people were killed as Awami League cruised to victory.
Sun Jan 05 2014
WITM, Matta Travel Fair to host joint fair from Sept 6
Around 120,000 visitors are expected to turn up for the event which will boast of more than 1,250 exhibitor booths.
Mon Sep 02 2013
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