Human remains identified in killing of British journalist in Brazil
Human remains found in the search for a British journalist were identified as belonging to Dom Philips.
Sat Jun 18 2022
Brazilian police find human remains in search for British journalist - Minister
A suspect who confessed to killing them in the Amazon rainforest, led police to a remote burial site where the remains were unearthed.
Thu Jun 16 2022
At least 25 suspected bank robbers killed in clashes with Brazilian police
In one of the shootouts, 18 suspects were killed while seven died in the second one.
Mon Nov 01 2021
Brazil arrests more than 90 in paedophile crack down
Brazilian police arrest more than 90 people accused of being part of a massive paedophilia ring in a nation-wide operation.
Sat Oct 21 2017
Brazilian police break up anti-Temer rally in Sao Paulo
It was the largest of a wave of demonstrations against new President Michel Temer since the conservative lawyer was sworn in on Wednesday to replace Rousseff for the rest of her term through 2018.
Mon Sep 05 2016
Police rescue kidnapped mother-in-law of F1's Bernie Ecclestone
Brazilian police say they have rescued the kidnapped mother-in-law of British Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone unharmed after eight days in captivity.
Mon Aug 01 2016
Brazilian footballer arrested, suspected of raping girls aged 12 to 14
Brazilian police arrested former Botafogo footballer Jobson Leandro Pereira de Oliveira on suspicion of raping four girls aged between 12 and 14.
Fri Jun 24 2016
Brazil arrests first suspect after shocking gang-rape video
Brazilian police arrest the first of more than 30 suspects wanted over the gang-rape of a 16-year-old girl whose attackers posted a graphic video online.
Sun May 29 2016
Police fire tear gas at protests against Brazil's president
Brazilian police fired tear gas and stun grenades to keep at bay angry protesters rallying late Thursday against President Dilma Rousseff who faces calls to quit in a political crisis.
Fri Mar 18 2016
Brazil arrests Facebook executive in row over police access to data
Brazilian police arrested the vice president of Facebook for Latin America on Tuesday after the social media giant refused access to data the authorities said was important in a drug probe.
Wed Mar 02 2016
Police strike in Brazil World Cup cities
Brazilian police demanding better conditions and more pay went on strike Wednesday, just 37 days before the country hosts the World Cup.
Thu May 08 2014
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