Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Tupperware files for bankruptcy as its colorful containers lose relevance
Post-pandemic cost hikes in raw materials, labor, and freight hit Tupperware's margins hard.
Wed Sep 18 2024
AWANI Tonight: Tupperware Brands set to file for bankruptcy
Tupperware Brands is preparing to file for bankruptcy after a year-long effort to revive the business, as it faces mounting debt and a sharp decline in demand for its once iconic plastic containers.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Thai police say cyanide killed 6 foreigners in Bangkok hotel
Police said cyanide was found on drinking glasses and a water container in the room of the hotel.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Flying container case: Three more Customs officers detained
MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said that more than RM3 million cash was seized following the arrests.
Thu Jun 13 2024
'Flying container' case: MACC nabs 11 customs officers, seizes RM4.4 million cash
According to a MACC source, the RM4.4 mln cash seized, is believed to have been obtained through bribery by the customs officers involved.
Thu Jun 13 2024
MACC reaches out to Singapore CPIB for information on 'flying container' mastermind
An MACC source revealed that the suspect is believed to have left Singapore and efforts to track him down were ongoing.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Customs seize electric scooters, beedis, cigarettes and plast scrap worth RM121.65 mln
Norlela Ismail said for the confiscation of used electric scooters, her team found the goods has no import permit after seizing a container.
Mon May 27 2024
Malaysia sends 10 more containers of aid to Gaza
The addition of 10 more containers brings the total number to 110 containers worth RM12 million, which can benefit 60,000 families in Gaza.
Tue May 07 2024
Eight FRU personnel charged with illegal possession of Java mouse deer parts
They were jointly charged with keeping eight parts of a Java mouse-deer, a protected species, without a valid licence, in a container.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Baltimore rescuers lose hope for more survivors from bridge collapse
Efforts switched to looking for bodies of the missing and more answers to why a container ship smashed into the span.
Wed Mar 27 2024
Baltimore bridge collision sends vehicles tumbling into water
A container ship smashed into a four-lane bridge in the US port of Baltimore, causing it to collapse.
Tue Mar 26 2024
Kapar air crash: Disintegration of container failed to prevent intrusion of outside objects
The report also found irregular maintenance activities and exceeding weight limitation among the findings recorded in the damage assessment.
Wed Mar 13 2024
Moon cargo like human ashes, drink containers sparks legal debate
Concerns about possible gaps in US oversight and legal questions about proper use of the moon have rocketed to the forefront.
Sat Feb 10 2024
Turkey earthquake survivors struggle to rebuild their lives one year on
More than 215,000 people live in container homes in Hatay.
Mon Feb 05 2024
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