CIA calls Senoi Praaq Silent Killers
The nickname Silent Killers was given to the Senoi Praaq General Operations Force (PGA) by the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) for their agility, courage, and fearlessness.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Stock futures pare gains after Tillerson removed as Secretary of State
U.S. stock index futures trimmed early gains on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump ousted Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
Tue Mar 13 2018
WikiLeaks offers CIA hacking tools to tech companies - Assange
If the offer is legitimate, it would place technology companies in the unusual position of relying on Assange, a man believed by some US officials and lawmakers to be an untrustworthy pawn of Putin.
Fri Mar 10 2017
Mahathir's statement on CIA report on 1983 BMF scandal ludicrous - Salleh
Many countries declassified documents that are classified or under the OSA after 25, 35, or more years depending on the sensitivity of those documents while some remain classified forever.
Wed Jan 25 2017
Denying feud over Russia hacking, Trump vows support to CIA
In first official visit to a govt agency as president, Trump - who had said US intelligence tactics were reminiscent of Nazi Germany - sought to leave no doubt with officers that he supported them.
Sun Jan 22 2017
U.S. intel report identifies Russians who gave emails to WikiLeaks - officials
The CIA and others have concluded that the Russian government escalated its efforts from discrediting the U.S. election process to assisting President-elect Donald Trump's campaign.
Fri Jan 06 2017
M'sian government urged not to participate in CIA's extraordinary rendition process - LFL
Lawyers for Liberty expressed their concern with Malaysia's probable involvement in the brutal CIA programme in the years after the September 11 attacks.
Wed Dec 10 2014
CIA torture brutal and ineffective: US Senate report
CIA torture of Al-Qaeda suspects was far more brutal than acknowledged, did not produce useful intelligence.
Wed Dec 10 2014
MH370: Terrorism not ruled out in missing Malaysia jet - CIA
The head of the US Central Intelligence Agency said Tuesday that terrorism could not be ruled out in the disappearance of MH370.
Wed Mar 12 2014
US envoy: No knowledge on alleged CIA presence in AG's Chambers
US Ambassador to M'sia Joseph Y. Yun claims ignorance on the alleged presence of two American intelligence agents at the Attorney-General's Chambers.
Wed Nov 20 2013
Edward Snowden stuck in Russia
Edward Snowden, former technical contractor for the National Security Agency (NSA) and Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), is still in Russia and has not been given permission to leave.
Mon Jul 01 2013
Former Indonesian Intelligence Chief denies link with CIA torture
Former Indonesia Intelligence Agency (BIN) Chief AM Hendropriyono has admitted to handing over three suspected terrorists to the CIA.
Sat Feb 09 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