Malaysia's former PM Mahathir hospitalised over coughing
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has been at the National Heart Institute since Monday and will remain in hospital for few days, his spokesman said.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Still coughing after COVID? Here's why it happens and what to do about it
We need to be wary not to label a cough as a post-COVID cough and miss other serious causes of chronic coughs.
Wed Mar 30 2022
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
For Covid-19, what is 'safe distancing'? It depends...
When it comes to coronavirus social distancing, there is no single rule of thumb, researchers cautioned this week in a study.
Sat Aug 29 2020
Boy who died from diphtheria in Sandakan not Malaysian
She said the nine-year-old boy, who was down with fever, coughing, flu and sore throat since July 18, was treated at the Duchess of Kent Hospital here on July 21.
Mon Aug 07 2017
47 Teluk Intan students isolated for ILI symptoms
He said the symptoms that were detected since March 8 among 47 of the 428 students at the school included coughing, flu, fever and sore throat.
Sat Mar 11 2017
Africa, Asia lead 'mobile money' boom
Africa and Asia are leading a global boom in the use of "mobile money" as millions turn to their mobile phones instead of coughing up cash or handing over credit cards.
Thu Feb 28 2013
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