Factory fire kills 38 in Chinese city of Anyang; two people missing
Many of the victims were women who made winter cotton clothes and pants at the factory, according to media reports.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Brazil farmers bet on environmentally friendly cotton
Brazil is now the world's second-biggest cotton supplier, after the United States and the biggest producer of sustainable cotton.
Sat Aug 20 2022
Cotton rally squeezes Asian garment makers, threatens recovery from COVID
To remain viable, some yarn and garment makers are even replacing cotton with cheaper synthetic fabric.
Thu Jun 02 2022
This French start-up has created gift wrap made of coated cotton
More colorful than kraft paper, easier than furoshiki and much more ecological than disposable paper.
Fri Dec 03 2021
Eye-opening figures show the environmental impact of jeans
Jeans are still one of the most polluting products in the world.
Sun Jun 06 2021
Uniqlo shirts blocked at US border in January on China forced labour concern
Uniqlo brand shirts were blocked at the US border in January on concerns they violated a ban on cotton produced in the Xinjiang.
Wed May 19 2021
These tech innovations could truly help make fashion more ethical
Brands and start-ups alike are working to go even further by developing innovations that will help make fashion more ethical.
Fri Apr 09 2021
China warns companies against politicising actions regarding Xinjiang
Chinese social media users last week began circulating a 2020 statement by H&M announcing it would no longer source cotton from Xinjiang.
Mon Mar 29 2021
Swedish researchers are transforming old clothes into sugar
Swedish researchers develop an environmentally friendly method to convert textile cotton into glucose.
Wed Mar 03 2021
US to block cotton from China region targeted in crackdown
The U.S. government announced Wednesday that it will halt imports of cotton and tomatoes from the Uighur region of China.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Uyghurs forced to pick cotton in Xinjiang. Here's what you need to know
Media reports citing government documents have implicated Xinjiangs cotton supply chain of forced labour.
Wed Dec 16 2020
China accused of forcing 570,000 people to pick cotton in Xinjiang
A Washington-based Center for Global Policy said it was very likely a major share of cotton from Xinjiang was 'tainted with forced labour'.
Wed Dec 16 2020
New cases of COVID-19 rise to four figures again; here are the main focus of MOH statement today
MOH confirms 110 patients were being treated in the ICU, 37 cases in need of respiratory assistance.
Thu Nov 19 2020
COVID-19: 1,290 new infections, 110 in ICU, four deaths
Malaysia recorded 878 recovery cases in 24 hours, bringing the cumulative number of cases completely recovered to 38,132.
Thu Nov 19 2020
Japan researchers show masks do block coronavirus, but not perfectly
When a mask was attached to the coughing head, cotton and surgical masks blocked more than 50% of the virus transmission.
Thu Oct 22 2020
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