[COLUMNIST] The hidden costs of climate change: impacts on rural communities
Climate change affects all, but rural populations feel it most, as they are least equipped to adapt to its challenges.
Fri Sep 06 2024
'I can't remember the last time we had dinner': hunger in Nigeria
Nigerians face severe food shortages and rising costs due to economic reforms, conflict, and climate issues, sparking widespread protests.
Fri Aug 23 2024
[COLUMNIST] Helping young adults cope with rising costs of living in a dipping economy
Usage-based insurance (UBI) is effectively a more sophisticated option for car insurance.
Thu Jul 25 2024
NASA cancels moon rover mission due to high costs and launch delays
NASA said the decision to reconsider the project came amid escalating costs, potential future cost increases, and a launch date delay.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Parliament: Nearly 9.2 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines expired as of June 11 - Dr Dzulkefly
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the total loss, including logistics and storage costs, amounted to RM185 million.
Thu Jul 11 2024
How blended finance initiatives can align capital behind climate action
Blended finance faces challenges due to intricate negotiations, high transaction costs, and diverse reporting requirements.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Cheddar heist costs German police officer his badge
The German police officer was fired for stealing cheddar cheese from an overturned truck while attending a traffic accident.
Wed Jul 03 2024
The case for coding automated vehicles with human values
As with other forms of AI, humans must weigh the costs and benefits of incorporating this new technology into their lives.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Australia survives sold out Taylor Swift shows without spike in inflation
The Taylor Swift effect that drove up travel and hotel-related costs had analysts looking for an uptick in headline inflation in February.
Wed Mar 27 2024
Apex Court dismisses Rosmah’s bid for leave to appeal over bid to challenge late Sri Ram's appointment as lead prosecutor
The Federal Court dismissed Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's application and ordered her to pay costs of RM30,000.
Tue Mar 26 2024
Hot weather: Electricity bill calculated based on usage, not property value - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said currently, global fuel prices remain high, resulting in an increase in electricity generation costs.
Mon Mar 25 2024
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Number of South Korea marriages edges up in 2023 after 11 years of falls
Most South Koreans cite high housing costs as the biggest hurdle for getting married.
Tue Mar 19 2024
2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host
The fate of 2026 Commonwealth Games remains uncertain after Australia, originally slated to host, withdrew due to increasing hosting costs.
Wed Mar 13 2024
China's childcare costs among highest in world-think tank
Raising children also leads to a reduction in women's paid work hours and wage rates, while men's livelihoods remain largely unchanged.
Fri Feb 23 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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024