Brazil bids farewell to beloved soccer star Pele
Pele's coffin was taken to its final resting place from the city's stadium where 230,000 mourners had filed past his open casket.
Wed Jan 04 2023
Brazil bids farewell to 'king of soccer' Pele with 24-hour wake
Mourners lined up to see Pele's body in an open casket in the centre of the field at the Vila Belmiro stadium.
Tue Jan 03 2023
Amid COVID surge, some Sri Lankans opt for cardboard coffins when cremating loved ones
The coffin is made out of recycled paper and costs a sixth of the cheapest wooden casket, said Priyantha Sahabandu.
Tue Aug 24 2021
Healthcare workers endure 1km walk carrying casket of COVID patient's body for funeral
Walking for almost an hour carrying a casket containing remains of a COVID-19 patient for the funeral has really put the mental and physical endurance of three healthcare workers
Mon Jun 28 2021
Thai coffin-maker kickflips his caskets into skateboards
Thai coffin-maker is affixing Buddhist emblems to the dismantled walls of his caskets, and transforming them into skateboards.
Mon Mar 29 2021
Thai coffin-maker kickflips his caskets into skateboards
A Thai coffin-maker is affixing Buddhist emblems to the dismantled walls of his caskets, and transforming them into skateboards.
Sun Mar 28 2021
Argentina fans, police clash over access to Maradona wake
Argentine police and fans who were lined up to see the casket of soccer icon Diego Maradona clashed on Thursday as authorities moved to shut down access to the Casa Rosada presidential palace.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Dutch inventor's mushroom coffins turn bodies into compost
The coffin turns corpses into compost that enriches the soil thanks to mycelium, the root structure of fungi.
Sat Sep 19 2020
Thousands pay last respects to Adenan at Kuching Jamek Mosque
The casket bearing Adenan's remains were placed on a special platform in the middle of the prayer hall to enable VIPs and the public to pay their last respects.
Thu Jan 12 2017
At least 21 bodies will be brought back - Wee Ka Siong
Minister in the Prime Ministers Department Datuk Dr Wee Ka Siong said the bodies, 18 in caskets and three cremated remains in urns, will exceed the projected 16.
Sun Aug 17 2014
Mandela laid to rest at state funeral
Nelson Mandela's flag-draped casket was placed on cow skins and surrounded by 95 candles - each signifying a year of his extraordinary life, which saw him make the journey from prisoner to president
Sun Dec 15 2013
Mourners swamp last goodbye for Mandela
Barely two hours after opening the top of the casket for viewing, the government said it would be unable to accommodate all those waiting and appealed for people to stay away.
Fri Dec 13 2013
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