'Clowncore' is an in-your-face aesthetic that brings a carefree feel to fashion
This trend goes by the name of 'clowncore' and already has millions of followers on social media.
Sat Mar 25 2023
Young 'Opal De Clown' brings love for balloon crafts to streets
At a young age, Muhammad Rafiuddin Naufal Mohd Nazron already developed an interest in modelling balloons into various shapes that he learned through tutorial videos on YouTube.
Sun Sep 11 2022
Malaysia's germ-busting clown finds new role in pandemic
Shaharul found a new way of using his skills - disinfecting people's homes while wearing his clown's outfit.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Clown helps Mumbai kids fight COVID
Kurmi spends his days off disinfecting public spaces, distributing face masks and spreading awareness about COVID-19.
Mon Jun 07 2021
Indonesian teacher dons clown costume to inspire children to learn the Koran
Hendrawan takes on part-time entertainment jobs and insists on including religious values and literacy programmes in his performances.
Tue May 11 2021
Clowns take initiative to remind public to follow SOP at bazaar
The group was motivated to conduct the physical distancing and compliance campaign following concerns expressed by netizens on social media.
Sun Apr 18 2021
China labels Pompeo 'doomsday clown' over genocide claims
China's Foreign Ministry described Pompeo's designation of China as a perpetrator of genocide and crimes against humanity as merely "a piece of wastepaper".
Wed Jan 20 2021
Trump hits back at Snoop Dogg 'assassination' video
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday attacked a music video in which rapper Snoop Dogg points a fake gun at a clown-like Trump figure.
Fri Mar 17 2017
America's scariest haunted house for 2016 features a wing of killer clowns
The most terrifying haunted house in the US has upped the ante this year by opening a wing in its madhouse asylum to house merciless, killer clowns.
Sat Oct 22 2016
U.S spooky clown craze moves to Australia, New Zealand
Numerous sightings of clowns appeared on social media in the early hours of Sunday, with one woman in Brisbane telling local media she was chased by a clown holding a knife.
Sun Oct 09 2016
Fahmi Reza claims trial to posting doctored image of Prime Minister
He was accused of uploading the image to his Instagram in January.
Mon Jun 06 2016
Police investigate Nurul Izzah over photo insulting Najib
The Lembah Pantai MP had, about a month ago, uploaded a photo of Datuk Seri Najib Razak depicted as a clown.
Mon Mar 07 2016
Amnesty appeals for Palestinian clown detained by Israel
Mohammad Abu Sakha, a Palestinian circus performer and teacher, has been held by Israel for nearly three months without trial.
Sat Mar 05 2016
When fashion is a circus, are we then clowns?
Ardent fashion lover, Linawati Adnan ponders whether imitation is (really) the sincerest form of flattery?
Sat May 30 2015
Real 'Patch Adams' pays tribute to Robin Williams
The doctor and clown whose life story formed the basis of the movie "Patch Adams" paid tribute Tuesday to its star Robin Williams after he was found dead of an apparent suicide.
Wed Aug 13 2014
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