Trump's 'Big Lie' comes to big screen and makes box office splash
The new movie pushes the widely debunked conspiracy theories to bolster Trump's claim that he was robbed of a second term as president.
Thu Jun 02 2022
Vaccines: Two centuries of scepticism
From real fears sparked by side-effects, to fake studies and conspiracy theories, we take a look at anti-vax sentiment over the ages.
Sat Aug 07 2021
Britney Spears says she doesn't know whether she'll ever perform again
Spears has not performed in public since late 2018 and is under a court-ordered conservatorship.
Sun Jun 20 2021
'Through the looking glass': How conspiracy theories wreck lives
A dad, a mom or a friend lost to a parallel world made up of conspiracy theories and dangerous fantasies destroying couples and families.
Tue May 18 2021
Conspiracy epidemic, born in US, spreads in Europe
Conspiracy theories, driven by the global health crisis, are taking root in Europe, drawing inspiration from the QAnon movement in the US.
Tue May 18 2021
Utilise science-communication campaigns to help fight COVID-19 "infodemic"
Science-communication could be an unrealised and underutilised "vaccines" to fight COVID-19 "infodemic".
Fri Feb 26 2021
Stop trumpeting nonsensical theories of vaccines
It's so unpleasant to realise that fabrication of facts is now being applauded as a social norm.
Sun Feb 21 2021
COVID-19 vaccine has no microchips, let alone Illuminati agenda - Khairy
Malaysians are urged to be confident in science, not conspiracy theories that are shared in families and friends' WhatsApp groups that cite fake sources.
Sun Feb 14 2021
WHO team probing COVID-19 visits Wuhan lab, meets 'Bat Woman'
The experts spent about 3-1/2 hours at the heavily-guarded Wuhan Institute of Virology, which has been at the centre of some conspiracy theories.
Wed Feb 03 2021
WHO-led COVID-19 probe team in China visits Wuhan virus lab
The institute has been at the centre of a number of conspiracy theories that claim a laboratory leak caused the city's first coronavirus outbreak at the end of 2019.
Wed Feb 03 2021
'Crazy and evil': Bill Gates surprised by pandemic conspiracies
Gates said he would like to explore what is behind the conspiracy theories about him.
Wed Jan 27 2021
Wisconsin pharmacist to plead guilty to trying to spoil COVID-19 vaccine doses
He believed in various "conspiracy theories" and was skeptical of vaccines in general and specifically the vaccine by Moderna.
Wed Jan 27 2021
Misinformation on COVID-19 vaccine: What you should know
As the world receives promising news of COVID-19 vaccines, misinformation and conspiracy theories have also made the rounds.
Sat Dec 05 2020
MH370: Will conspiracy theories put to rest tomorrow?
DCA director-general Datuk Seri Azharuddin Abdul Rahman said there may be an update on the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 tomorrow.
Thu Feb 08 2018
Trump to make 'closing arguments' of campaign
The election cycle pitting the Republican nominee against former secretary of state Hillary Clinton has turned increasingly toxic, with Trump fueling wild conspiracy theories about vote "rigging."
Sat Oct 22 2016
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