Inquiry into New Zealand's deadliest shooting opens with memorial to victims
Brenton Tarrant, 32, killed 51 people and injured dozens when he opened fire in two Christchurch mosques on March 15, 2019, in Christchurch.
Tue Oct 24 2023
Inquiry into New Zealand's deadliest shooting to start on Tuesday
The Coronial Inquiry will examine 10 issues including response by emergency services and hospital staffs.
Fri Oct 20 2023
New Zealand mosque shooter files appeal against life sentence
Brenton Tarrant who killed 51 Muslim worshippers at mosques in Christchurch in March 2019, has filed an appeal against his life sentence.
Tue Nov 08 2022
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Mon Nov 08 2021
New Zealand mosque shooter considers appealing life sentence
The man who killed 51 Muslim worshippers at mosques in Christchurch is considering appealing against his life sentence.
Mon Nov 08 2021
New Zealand mosque shooter's court hearing postponed due to no-show
Tarrant did not appear in court after seeking a judicial review of his prison conditions and his status as a "terrorist entity".
Thu Apr 15 2021
New Zealand mosque shooter launches legal challenge to prison conditions, terrorist status
Tarrant launches a legal challenge seeking a review of his prison conditions and his status as a "terrorist entity".
Wed Apr 14 2021
New Zealand's Ardern says world needs to talk about racism, two years after attack on mosques
Ardern says the world still needs to have conversations about racism and white supremacy.
Mon Mar 15 2021
New Zealand honours shooting victims at anniversary service
Ardern said the speeches from survivors and the family and friends of those killed could help heal the deep wounds caused by the attack.
Mon Mar 15 2021
Christchurch mosque attack key findings : What you need to know
A New Zealand royal commission report on the Christchurch mosques attack found that it could only have been prevented 'by chance'.
Tue Dec 08 2020
Report into NZ mosque attack faults focus on Islamist terror risks, firearms licensing
Authorities were criticised for ignoring repeated warnings from the Muslim community that hate crimes against them were escalating.
Tue Dec 08 2020
New Zealand's Ardern vows accountability ahead of Christchurch attack report
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday vowed accountability for the families of last year's Christchurch mosque attack victims.
Mon Dec 07 2020
'Wicked' Christchurch mosque gunman sentenced to life without parole
Tarrant's "warped" ideology was a "base hatred" that led him to attack defenceless men, women and children last year in NZ's terror attack.
Thu Aug 27 2020
Christchurch mosque gunman waives right to speak at sentencing
Brenton Tarrant, who sacked his lawyers last month, admitted to 51 charges of murder, 40 of attempted murder and one terrorism attack.
Wed Aug 26 2020
New Zealand mosque shooter spent years preparing for attack - Sentencing hearing
The shooter spent years purchasing high-powered firearms, researched mosque layouts by flying a drone over his primary target.
Mon Aug 24 2020
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024