Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in one of war's deadliest nights, Gaza officials say
Strikes that began hours before midnight persisted into Christmas Day on Monday.
Mon Dec 25 2023
Apple is pulling two of its watches off shelves by Christmas
By Christmas Day, if a trade ruling stands, those watches will be illegal to import into the United States (US).
Tue Dec 19 2023
Russian missiles rain down on Ukraine towns as Putin says he is open to talks
The war on Ukraine did not pause for Christmas despite Russian President Vladimir Putin saying he was open to negotiations, with his forces launching more than 40 rocket attacks on Christmas Day.
Mon Dec 26 2022
Pele living moments of 'love, peace and unity'
Pele spent Christmas day at his home in Guaruja, a coastal town around 90km southeast of Sao Paulo.
Sun Dec 26 2021
5,700 flights scrapped as Omicron hits Christmas weekend travel
The cancellations added to the pandemic frustration for many people eager to reunite with their families over the holidays.
Sun Dec 26 2021
Christmas Day tragedy: Labuan Shipyard's office razed in fire
A four-decade-old wooden office of Labuan Shipyard Engineering Sdn Bhd (LSE) was razed in a fire on Christmas Day (Dec 25).
Sat Dec 25 2021
Muted Christmas celebrations for Malaysians amid COVID-19, massive floods
Christians nationwide celebrated Christmas day today on a sombre note in compliance with the SOP to contain the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of the massive floods that struck several states.
Sat Dec 25 2021
Australia's largest state reports zero COVID cases, urges thousands to get tested
New South Wales reported zero local coronavirus cases for the first time in nearly 3 weeks, as Sydney battled multiple outbreaks and authorities urged tens of thousands of people to get tested.
Mon Jan 04 2021
Lively Christmas involving families of various faiths, races
Stanley Nelson Savariar, 49, who had never been married, said he was very happy and excited when it was his turn to host this year's Christmas Day celebration.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Christmas day: Slow-moving traffic on major highways as of 5 pm
Traffic flow on several major highways from the capital to the north and south was moving slowly this evening as people are still travelling in conjunction with the Christmas holidays.
Fri Dec 25 2020
EU nations start assessing post-Brexit trade deal with UK
European Union ambassadors were convening on Christmas Day to start assessing the massive free-trade deal the bloc struck with Britain.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Slow moving traffic on Christmas morning
Traffic flow on major expressways in the country as at 10 am today was reported to be slow-moving with the increase in the volume of vehicles leaving the city to various destination on Christmas Day.
Fri Dec 25 2020
'Wonder Woman' movie sequel delayed two months to December
The Warner Bros movie studio on Friday postponed the debut of superhero sequel "Wonder Woman 1984" until Christmas Day as many theaters remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Sat Sep 12 2020
Mother of four gets 14-day jail for shoplifting chocolates
A mother of four children was sentenced to 14 days' jail and fined RM200 in default four days' jail by the Magistrate's Court here today after pleading guilty to stealing 10 pieces of chocolates on Ch
Tue Dec 27 2016
Six dead, 18 missing in Philippines' Christmas typhoon
The unusually late storm first hit the eastern provinces on Christmas Day, flooding roads and farms, destroying homes and damaging ships.
Tue Dec 27 2016
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
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