INSIGHT - Before Kolkata doctor rape, an unmet promise to keep physicians safe
Five years ago, the government of West Bengal state in India pledged to clamp down on violence against doctors.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Trump shooter searched online for JFK assassination, FBI director says
Thomas Crooks visited the Trump rally site in Butler, Pennsylvania, twice before he clambered onto the roof of a nearby building on July 13.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Virginia panel documents history of violence by 6-year-old who shot teacher
In one instance during kindergarten, about 15 months before the shooting, the boy clamped his arms around his teacher's neck, choking her.
Thu Apr 11 2024
Clam makes comeback from extinction off shores of Croatia
The clams shells can grow as much as 120cm across, play an important ecological role by filtering sea water, allowing organisms to flourish.
Sun Dec 17 2023
Italy's parties unanimously back clampdown on violence against women
The new law expands protections for women at risk to prevent more serious violence and stem a wave of femicides.
Thu Nov 23 2023
New rules aim to clamp down on corporate greenwashing
Companies will face more pressure to disclose how climate change affects their business under a new set of G20-backed global rules.
Tue Jun 27 2023
Quack 'aphrodisiac' from lizard a hit in Pakistan
In a clamorous bazaar, hot-blooded Pakistani men seek a cold-blooded cure for their sexual ills.
Sun May 14 2023
Boris Johnson 'up for a fight' as clamour to quit grows
Some cabinet ministers are calling on Johnson to go, while more than 40 have now resigned.
Thu Jul 07 2022
Aidilfitri: Kelantan local authorities told not to clamp vehicles
The Kelantan government has instructed all local authorities in the state not to clamp vehicles found to have breached traffic rules, especially in urban areas, from this week.
Sun Apr 24 2022
Parmesan cheese wheels will be digitally traced to help clamp down on counterfeits
Parmesan cheese is said to be one of the oldest cheeses in the world, but it is also among the most widely copied.
Sun Apr 10 2022
Terengganu floods: Family of five climb to roof for safety
A family of five in Kampung Lubuk Pait near Sekayu were forced to climb up to the ceiling of their house before clambering up to the roof to save themselves from rising floodwaters this morning.
Sun Feb 27 2022
US House passes measure clamping down on products from China's Xinjiang
It is part of Washington's continued pushback against Beijing's treatment of its Uyghur Muslim minority.
Wed Dec 15 2021
Afghan director once in Cannes spotlight now in Taliban's shadow
Salim Shaheen spends his days confined to his home, afraid of the new Taliban regime and their clampdown on arts and music.
Sun Dec 12 2021
Three children reported missing in Setiu found drowned
Three children who went missing while out looking for clams with their families at the Sungai Kampung Mangkuk estuary here yesterday evening were found drowned early today.
Sat Oct 09 2021
Haiti quake survivors cry for help as death toll nears 2,000
Survivors of the earthquake that killed at least 1,941 people in Haiti clamored for food, shelter and medical care.
Wed Aug 18 2021
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