One in eight girls and women raped or sexually assaulted before age 18, UNICEF says
The number rises, when taking into account "non-contact" forms of sexual violence, such as online or verbal abuse, UNICEF reported.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Australia's 'right to disconnect' law set to come into force
The law protects employees who refuse to monitor, read or respond to contact from their employers outside work hours.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Mpox is not the new COVID, says WHO official
The clade 1b variety of mpox has triggered global concern because it seems to spread more easily though routine close contact.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Philippines detects first mpox case this year, yet to determine strain
A new form of the virus has triggered global concern as it seems to spread easily through routine close contact.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Myopia in children: Expert advice and new advances in vision care
Myopia control soft contact lenses have proven to be effective in slowing down the progression of myopia among children.
Sat Aug 17 2024
Helicopter crashes in Nepali forest, killing all five on board
The helicopter lost contact with air traffic control three minutes after takeoff, crashed in a forest outside Nepal's capital Kathmandu.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Foreign Ministry closely monitoring ongoing developments in Middle East
Foreign Ministry said through its embassies, the Malaysian government is in close contact with registered Malaysian citizens.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Singapore authorities in contact with Malaysian counterparts over oil spill
The clean up operation in parts of Singapore waters and shore are still ongoing almost a week after the incident.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Search continues for missing aircraft carrying Malawi vice president
Efforts by aviation authorities to make contact with the aircraft since it went off the radar had failed, according to a statement.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Cyclone Remal: Malaysians in affected areas urged to remain vigilant
Malaysians requiring consular assistance can contact the High Commission of Malaysia in Dhaka and in New Delhi, Wisma Putra said.
Tue May 28 2024
Three-month-old boy dies on first day at daycare center
Police said the baby's father had sent him to the daycare centre at 8.30 am before being contacted by the centre's manager two hours later.
Wed Mar 06 2024
Chopper loses contact in eastern Indonesia
The chopper failed to communicate with the air traffic control when it was flying above the forest in Halmahera Tengah district.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Check travel restriction status before travelling abroad - IRB
If taxpayers have tax arrears records and are subject to travel restrictions, they are requested to make a payment or contact IRB office.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Jasmine Loo would be a vital witness in Najib’s 1MDB trial, IO confirms
ACP Foo Wei Min said Jasmine Loo Ai Swan was always in contact with Jho Low over the five years since he absconded.
Thu Nov 16 2023
"I am still alive" - Dr Ziad Shehada
Dr Ziad Shehada has maintained regular contact with MyCARE headquarters, keeping them updated about the status in the turbulent area.
Fri Oct 13 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