Menara Merdeka 118, a tower of success in navigating independence - Agong
Menara Merdeka 118 with a height of 678.9 metres is second tallest in the world after Burj Khalifa in Dubai, with a height of 828 metres.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Fastest, highest, longest: Five records set by UAE
From the world's tallest building to the deepest diving pool, the UAE, which turns 50 today, has a love of setting records.
Thu Dec 02 2021
Dubai probes cause of massive New Year's Eve hotel fire
The huge blaze at The Address Downtown hotel erupted around 9:30 pm (1730 GMT) on Thursday, sparking panic but no reports of serious injuries.
Fri Jan 01 2016
Guinness World Records offers behind the scenes look at the world's tallest building
Guinness World Records has released a short film exploring the architecture behind the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Wed Dec 10 2014
Lights out for Earth Hour's global crowdfunding call
Iconic landmarks around the world were plunged into darkness Saturday as lights went out in thousands of places for Earth Hour.
Sun Mar 30 2014
Dubai sets new fireworks world record
Dubai ushered in the New Year by blasting away the old world record for largest fireworks display.
Wed Jan 01 2014
Dubai: Biggest ever fireworks show
Dubai's fireworks show included 500,000 fireworks from 400 firing locations, all synchronised by 100 computers from stations across the city.
Wed Jan 01 2014
French 'Spiderman' climbs the Cayan Tower
French freestyle climber Alain Robert plans to climbs the world's tallest twisted tower two years after surmounting the world's tallest tower Burj Khalifa.
Sat Aug 24 2013
'Earth Hour' evolves into springboard for wider action
From Sydney Harbour Bridge, Buckingham Palace and the Brandenburg Gate to the Burj Khalifa tower, some of the world's greatest landmarks will briefly darken on Saturday night for Earth Hour.
Fri Mar 22 2013
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