The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang
The Esplanade is known for key moments like the lowering of the British flag and the declaration of independence on August 31, 1957.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Storm Eunice batters Europe, killing at least 9
An Atlantic storm battered northwestern European knocking out power for tens of thousands and shredding the roof of London's O2 arena.
Sat Feb 19 2022
Red Arrows fly in formation over Cornwall
The British Royal Air Forces Red Arrows swooped and flew in formation and let loose their red, white and blue smoke over Cornwall.
Sat Jun 12 2021
What is on the G7 summit agenda? (And what is on the dinner menu?)
Leaders of the G7 wealthy nations begin a three day meeting in Cornwall today.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Prince Charles kickstart Malaysia visit with Islamic Arts Museum
Sultan Nazrin and Prince Charles visited two main galleries at the museum featuring the collection of miniature mosques from all over the world and the calligraphy section.
Fri Nov 03 2017
#MYUK60: Prince Charles and Camilla arrive for official visit to Malaysia tomorrow
Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, will make an official visit to Malaysia from Nov 2 to 8, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
Wed Nov 01 2017
Prince Charles, Camilla begin tour of New Zealand
Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, have visited an Auckland war museum and greeted indigenous Maori at the start of their tour of New Zealand.
Sun Nov 11 2012
Kylie Minogue performs for Prince Charles and Camilla
Prince Charles and his wife Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall were entertained by Australians star on Wednesday night.
Thu Oct 25 2012
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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