PM to deliver special address in conjunction with National Day celebrations
The special address will be broadcast live through local media stations as well as through the prime minister's official Facebook.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Nasi kandar chain shells out RM221K in settlement for illicit Astro broadcasts
Thaqwa (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd faces a lawsuit for breaching subscription agreements on unauthorised use of smart cards, decoder boxes and more.
Mon Aug 19 2024
North Korean trash balloons land near South Korea's presidential complex
The objects in the balloons contained no contaminants or other risks, the security service said.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Astro continues excellence in service by bagging six awards at Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2024
Astro's commitment to top-tier content and cutting-edge tech ensures an exceptional audience experience.
Tue Jul 09 2024
NASA accidentally broadcasts simulation of distressed astronauts on space station
Audio from a simulation of an astronaut medical emergency was accidentally broadcasts on NASA's official ISS livestream channels.
Thu Jun 13 2024
North Korea leader's sister warns of new response against S.Korean loudspeakers, leaflets
South Korea resumed loudspeaker broadcasts directed at North Korea, demanding Pyongyang to stop sending balloons carrying trash into South.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Thousands of Australians without power in tropical cyclone aftermath
Queensland Premier Steven Miles told the Australian Broadcasting Corp that 64,000 people were without power on Friday due to the storm.
Fri Jan 26 2024
Thai court to decide former PM hopeful's fate in election case
Pita Limjaroenrat argued that the firm's loss of its broadcast concession in 2007 meant it cannot be considered a mass media organisation.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Ecuador roiled by on-air take-over of TV studio by gunmen, other violence
The take-over of TC's studio in Guayaquil was broadcast live for about 20 minutes, as gunmen accosted staffers huddling on the floor.
Wed Jan 10 2024
Japan Airlines plane catches fire at Tokyo airport
Footage on local broadcaster showed flames coming out of the windows of the aircraft.
Tue Jan 02 2024
Massive earthquake jolts Japan, residents evacuate coast
The quake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 triggered waves of around 1 metre along parts of the Sea of Japan coast with a larger wave expected, public broadcaster NHK reported.
Mon Jan 01 2024
Thai bus accident kills 14, more than 20 injured
The bus's front was split in half after the crash, according to state broadcaster ThaiPBS.
Tue Dec 05 2023
PM to table Malaysia MADANI 2024 Budget this afternoon
The tabling of the budget, which will begin at 4 pm, will be broadcast live on local television and social media platforms.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Broadcast media stations unite and walk as one contingent in National Day parade
Astro's Wan Shazrun Hijaz Wan Ahmad Shabari said taking part in the National Day for the first time is a priceless experience for all.
Thu Aug 31 2023
Government welcomes media to organise debates among state election candidates - Fahmi
He said such a programme, to be publicly broadcast on any official media platform and mainstream channels, is highly encouraged in line with the practice of democracy in the country.
Sat Jul 29 2023
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
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