Appeals court rules use of Tamil, Chinese languages as medium of instruction in vernacular schools constitutional
In the court's decision, Justice Azizul Azmi Adnan said vernacular school is not a public authority.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Romantic comedy, veteran actress win big at Chinese-language 'Oscars'
This year's Golden Horse awards were held in front of a full, mask-wearing audience, testimony to Taiwan's success at curbing the COVID-19.
Sun Nov 22 2020
Epsom College in Malaysia to start HSK certification programme in September
The HSK is a globally recognised Chinese language proficiency test which measures the ability of non-native speakers in China for university and job applications.
Tue Jun 06 2017
No need to re-sit UPSR Chinese language paper - Deputy education minister
It is unnecessary for pupils to re-sit the allegedly tough UPSR Chinese language paper, Deputy Education Minister Chong Sin Woon said.
Fri Sep 18 2015
Ali, Muthu & Ah Hock, unity in name and beyond
A heart-warming screen welcoming customers in the Malay, Tamil and Chinese language greets customers of Ali, Muthu & Ah Hock.
Thu Sep 04 2014
LinkedIn launches new Chinese-language site
Business networking site LinkedIn has launched a Chinese version despite censorship fears.
Tue Feb 25 2014
Xi Jinping cartoon raises questions in China
The Chinese-language video, which uses pictures of politicians on cartoon bodies, has been viewed nearly 1.5 million times.
Fri Oct 18 2013
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