Turkey blocks access to Instagram platform but gives no reason
Fahrettin Altun criticised Instagram on Wednesday for blocking condolence posts for Ismail Haniyeh, prompting the recent move.
Fri Aug 02 2024
Malaysia expresses condolences over death of Iran President in copter crash
According to Wisma Putra, the Malaysian government and its people extend their deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.
Mon May 20 2024
RMN copter tragedy: King conveys condolences, orders MAF to conduct thorough probe
Sultan Ibrahim ordered the Malaysian Armed Forces to conduct a thorough investigation to get full information on the incident.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Selangor Sultan conveys condolences to sister Enda Ryan's family
The late Enda Ryan, who became a Malaysian citizen in October 1966, was also honored with the Tokoh Guru Negeri Selangor award in 1990.
Tue Apr 09 2024
King and Queen convey condolences to Taib's family
The Malay Rulers also expressed their sadness and conveyed condolences to the family of Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud, over his passing.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Sarawak has lost a leader who contributed greatly to state development - Sabah CM
Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed his condolences to the family of the former Sarawak Governor Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud.
Wed Feb 21 2024
MADANI govt extends condolences to Abdul Taib's family, people of Sarawak - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud's deeds and services to the country and Sarawak will always be remembered forever.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Cabinet Ministers extend condolences to family of Taib Mahmud
Fahmi Fadzil said Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud had contributed significantly to the development and modernisation of Sarawak.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Nigerian man fleeing police falls to death from Batu Uban condominium
The man was killed when he fell from 16th floor of a condominium block in Batu Uban, in a bid to flee a police raid.
Mon Jan 22 2024
Fahmi conveys condolences to family of journalist Siti Nor Hafiza
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has extended his condolences to the family of entertainment journalist Siti Nor Hafiza Kamarudin, who died in London.
Fri Dec 29 2023
Tale of clock keeper who keeps iconic clock tower ticking
Hisham Sahak said he has to wind the clock manually to keep the time accurate and for it to function properly.
Sat Dec 16 2023
Condom-shy India arouses interest of global contraceptive makers
Condom manufacturers are taking advantage of modern marketing tools to reach India's huge, young and tech-savvy demographic.
Thu Sep 21 2023
PM conveys condolences to family of Raymond Goh
In a posting on Facebook, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also prayed for the family to remain strong in facing this moment of grief.
Tue Sep 12 2023
Elmina plane crash: Caretaker S'gor MB offers condolences; requests not to circulate images of victims
Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari urges not to circulate images of victims and refrain from any speculation out of respect for victims' families.
Thu Aug 17 2023
Japan ambassador to Malaysia fondly remembers discussion with Salahuddin Ayub
Takahashi Katsuhiko expressed condolences to the family of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub.
Mon Jul 24 2023
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