![Indonesia starts implementing 12% VAT on luxury goods, services Indonesia starts implementing 12% VAT on luxury goods, services](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81707752339_TBFlagIndonesia.jpg)
Indonesia starts implementing 12% VAT on luxury goods, services
The goods subject to the 12 per cent VAT included private jets, cruise ships, yachts, luxurious houses, and other items classified as luxury goods.
Wed Jan 01 2025
![Cruise ships embark on a new mission to house Ukrainian refugees Cruise ships embark on a new mission to house Ukrainian refugees](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/81649737027_CruiseShips.jpg)
Cruise ships embark on a new mission to house Ukrainian refugees
Holland America Line has decided to set aside one of its cruise ships to host people fleeing the war in Ukraine.
Tue Apr 12 2022
![Avoid cruise travel as Omicron cases surge, says US CDC Avoid cruise travel as Omicron cases surge, says US CDC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/71640912218_CarnivalPanorama.jpg)
Avoid cruise travel as Omicron cases surge, says US CDC
The CDC raised its COVID-19 travel health notice level for cruise ships to its highest warning level, citing reports of COVID-19 outbreaks.
Fri Dec 31 2021
![All on Singapore cruise ship confined to cabins after suspected COVID-19 case All on Singapore cruise ship confined to cabins after suspected COVID-19 case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/81626244972_SINGAPORE.jpg)
All on Singapore cruise ship confined to cabins after suspected COVID-19 case
The passenger was identified as a close contact of a confirmed case on land, and was immediately isolated as part of onboard health protocols.
Wed Jul 14 2021
![First cruise ship in 17 months arrives in Venice First cruise ship in 17 months arrives in Venice](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/51622771331_VENICE.jpg)
First cruise ship in 17 months arrives in Venice
The numbers on board are limited by COVID-19 restrictions to a fraction of the ship's usual 3,000 capacity.
Fri Jun 04 2021
![Cruise ship almost sinks in Langkawi, four crew members found safe Cruise ship almost sinks in Langkawi, four crew members found safe](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/71614487763_BotKaram.jpg)
Cruise ship almost sinks in Langkawi, four crew members found safe
Four crew members of a cruise ship survived when the ship almost sank after hitting a rock at 0.3 nautical miles south of Pulau Lalang near Langkawi, last night.
Sun Feb 28 2021
![Australian state premier apologises for cruise ship failures after COVID-19 spike Australian state premier apologises for cruise ship failures after COVID-19 spike](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/41597633517_SYDNEY.jpg)
Australian state premier apologises for cruise ship failures after COVID-19 spike
The inquiry found 914 infections could be traced back to the Ruby Princess, mostly among passengers. The outbreak led to 22 deaths.
Mon Aug 17 2020
![Coronavirus tally rises to 91 on Italian cruise ship in Japan Coronavirus tally rises to 91 on Italian cruise ship in Japan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/51587699431_costaatlantica.jpg)
Coronavirus tally rises to 91 on Italian cruise ship in Japan
Authorities are racing to complete tests on 623 crew after one of them was found infected this week.
Fri Apr 24 2020
![Japan's Nagasaki confirms 33 coronavirus cases on cruise ship docked for repairs Japan's Nagasaki confirms 33 coronavirus cases on cruise ship docked for repairs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/41587530427_nagasaki.jpg)
Japan's Nagasaki confirms 33 coronavirus cases on cruise ship docked for repairs
Local authorities are appealing for help from the central government to tackle the incident.
Wed Apr 22 2020
![Singapore mulls placing workers who recover from COVID-19 on cruise ships Singapore mulls placing workers who recover from COVID-19 on cruise ships](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/81587103615_singapore.jpg)
Singapore mulls placing workers who recover from COVID-19 on cruise ships
The city-state has seen virus cases surge in sprawling housing complexes for foreign labourers, recording its biggest ever jump in cases on Thursday.
Fri Apr 17 2020
![Australia coronavirus cases stable, cruise ships sent home Australia coronavirus cases stable, cruise ships sent home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/41585986186_australia.jpg)
Australia coronavirus cases stable, cruise ships sent home
The country's daily new infection rate at about 5%, significantly below the 25-30% increases recorded around two weeks ago.
Sat Apr 04 2020
![4 passengers dead aboard cruise ship anchored off Panama 4 passengers dead aboard cruise ship anchored off Panama](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/71585370062_panama.jpg)
4 passengers dead aboard cruise ship anchored off Panama
Two people aboard the ship have tested positive for the coronavirus while more than 130 people had reported flu-like symptoms.
Sat Mar 28 2020
![Cruise ship turned away by Malaysia, Thailand over coronavirus to dock in Singapore Cruise ship turned away by Malaysia, Thailand over coronavirus to dock in Singapore](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-02/71582430263_TBwearingmask.jpg)
Cruise ship turned away by Malaysia, Thailand over coronavirus to dock in Singapore
Singapore will allow cruise ship Costa Fortuna to dock in the city-state on Tuesday, authorities said, after it was turned away from ports in Malaysia and Thailand over coronavirus fears.
Mon Mar 09 2020
![First US-to-Cuba cruise ship in decades set to sail First US-to-Cuba cruise ship in decades set to sail](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-05/71462114870_Adonia.jpg)
First US-to-Cuba cruise ship in decades set to sail
The first US cruise ship bound for Cuba in 50 years was set to sail from Miami on Sunday.
Sun May 01 2016
![Freak storm sank China ferry with loss of 450 lives Freak storm sank China ferry with loss of 450 lives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-12/41451483736_YangtzeRiver.jpg)
Freak storm sank China ferry with loss of 450 lives
The Eastern Star capsized with mostly elderly holidaymakers on board in June, the country's worst shipping disaster for more than six decades.
Wed Dec 30 2015
![Hamas reiterates commitment to Gaza ceasefire deal amid Netanyahu's threat to resume offensive Hamas reiterates commitment to Gaza ceasefire deal amid Netanyahu's threat to resume offensive](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61696668771_TBHamasPalestine.jpg)
Hamas reiterates commitment to Gaza ceasefire deal amid Netanyahu's threat to resume offensive
Hamas reaffirms its ceasefire commitment after Netanyahu's ultimatum, accusing Israel of jeopardising the truce.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Netanyahu says Israel will end Gaza ceasefire if hostages not returned on Saturday Netanyahu says Israel will end Gaza ceasefire if hostages not returned on Saturday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733786919_BenjaminNetanyahu.jpg)
Netanyahu says Israel will end Gaza ceasefire if hostages not returned on Saturday
So far, 16 of 33 hostages have been freed as part of the ceasefire deal's first phase due to last 42 days.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![US aid freeze risks handing influence to China in Beijing's backyard US aid freeze risks handing influence to China in Beijing's backyard](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739271356_Americanflag.jpg)
US aid freeze risks handing influence to China in Beijing's backyard
Beijing has doubled its contributions over the past three years to the Cambodian Mine Action Centre.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Where do the legal cases against Trump's executive orders stand? Where do the legal cases against Trump's executive orders stand?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739262588_tbDonaldTrump.jpg)
Where do the legal cases against Trump's executive orders stand?
Here are the latest developments in some of the biggest cases.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Athletics - World Athletics planning amendments to female eligibility guidelines Athletics - World Athletics planning amendments to female eligibility guidelines](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739270274_SebastianCoe.jpg)
Athletics - World Athletics planning amendments to female eligibility guidelines
A cheek swab test is among the proposals being considered to update regulations for transgender and sex development differences.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![UN chief: Renewed hostilities in Gaza must be avoided at all costs UN chief: Renewed hostilities in Gaza must be avoided at all costs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61727863293_AntonioGuterres.jpg)
UN chief: Renewed hostilities in Gaza must be avoided at all costs
Antonio Guterres urged Hamas to continue with the planned release of hostages.
Wed Feb 12 2025
AWANI Tonight: 11th Feb 2025
#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi
- ASEAN reaffirms support for lasting ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza
- Malaysia's score and ranking in the corruption index remain unchanged
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- ASEAN reaffirms support for lasting ceasefire and reconstruction in Gaza
- Malaysia's score and ranking in the corruption index remain unchanged
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from? Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739269496_factory.jpg)
Where does the US get its steel and aluminum from?
Here's a summary of the key trade partners impacted by higher tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Trump suggests ending Gaza ceasefire if hostages not freed by Saturday
U.S. President Donald Trump says the Gaza ceasefire deal should be scrapped if all Israeli captives are not freed by Saturday. This comes after Hamas suspended more releases, accusing Israel of violating the deal.
Tue Feb 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: Musk makes USD97 bil bid for Open AI, Altman hits back
The battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman over OpenAI escalated as the Tesla founder launched a USD97.4 bil bid for the startup’s asset, only for Altman to hit back with a counteroffer for X.
Tue Feb 11 2025