![Key facts about Mayotte, pummelled by Cyclone Chido Key facts about Mayotte, pummelled by Cyclone Chido](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/71734341573_tbCycloneChido.jpg)
Key facts about Mayotte, pummelled by Cyclone Chido
Here are some facts about the French overseas territory of Mayotte, devastated by Cyclone Chido.
Tue Dec 17 2024
![Rescuers seek cyclone survivors in devastated Mayotte Rescuers seek cyclone survivors in devastated Mayotte](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/61734341513_TBCHIDO.jpg)
Rescuers seek cyclone survivors in devastated Mayotte
Hundreds or even thousands are feared dead from the worst cyclone to hit the Indian Ocean islands in nearly a century.
Mon Dec 16 2024
![Malaysians return to devastated homes as floodwaters recede; more rain expected Malaysians return to devastated homes as floodwaters recede; more rain expected](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733196687_TBbanjirkelantan.jpg)
Malaysians return to devastated homes as floodwaters recede; more rain expected
In Tumpat, people return home to find many houses collapsed, with walls, roofs, and broken furniture scattered around.
Tue Dec 03 2024
![Ukraine's vast forests devastated in hellscape of war Ukraine's vast forests devastated in hellscape of war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71728648431_Sovieterafighterp.jpg)
Ukraine's vast forests devastated in hellscape of war
Tending to forests is now a perilous occupation, with mines and unexploded shells hidden in the ground posing the biggest threat.
Sat Oct 12 2024
![Unbalanced narratives: The Gaza genocide anniversary Unbalanced narratives: The Gaza genocide anniversary](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71728362090_TBGaza.jpg)
Unbalanced narratives: The Gaza genocide anniversary
Amnesty International says the genocidal campaign had not only devastated Gaza but also weakened Israel's own military deterrence.
Tue Oct 08 2024
![Sudan's cemeteries swell with fresh graves as hunger and disease spread Sudan's cemeteries swell with fresh graves as hunger and disease spread](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41693800859_ArmyClashes.jpg)
Sudan's cemeteries swell with fresh graves as hunger and disease spread
The war has devastated a healthcare system already under strain before the fighting began.
Sat Jun 22 2024
![Brazil flooding will take weeks to subside, experts warn Brazil flooding will take weeks to subside, experts warn](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715831719_Harmonianeighborhoo.jpg)
Brazil flooding will take weeks to subside, experts warn
The floods have devastated dozens of towns inland from Porto Alegre, where the downtown area remains under water.
Thu May 16 2024
![After fleeing war, Ukrainians face uncertain future across Europe After fleeing war, Ukrainians face uncertain future across Europe](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41708688947_Ukrainian.jpg)
After fleeing war, Ukrainians face uncertain future across Europe
Mila Panchenko thought her months-long journey from the devastated Ukrainian city of Mariupol was over and she could settle down.
Sat Feb 24 2024
![In Libya's devastated Derna, families still search for the missing In Libya's devastated Derna, families still search for the missing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71696327143_floods.jpg)
In Libya's devastated Derna, families still search for the missing
More than 4,000 bodies recovered so far with thousands still missing after a huge flood swept away whole neighbourhoods of Derna.
Tue Oct 03 2023
![Ukraine to launch joint weapons production with US - Zelenskyy Ukraine to launch joint weapons production with US - Zelenskyy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/51695381590_JLDSVCZNCHBWUYZXM.jpg)
Ukraine to launch joint weapons production with US - Zelenskyy
In his daily address to Ukrainians, Zelenskyy said the long-term agreement would create jobs and a new industrial base in Ukraine, whose economy has been devastated by Russia's invasion and war.
Fri Sep 22 2023
![The doctors, dentists and anthropologists striving to identify Maui's victims The doctors, dentists and anthropologists striving to identify Maui's victims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/81692572300_Lahaina.jpg)
The doctors, dentists and anthropologists striving to identify Maui's victims
The death toll in the devastated town of Lahaina has surpassed 100, but only a handful have been officially identified.
Mon Aug 21 2023
![Congo Red Cross halts search for hundreds of flood victims Congo Red Cross halts search for hundreds of flood victims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81684902361_DemocraticRepublic.jpg)
Congo Red Cross halts search for hundreds of flood victims
Congo's South Kivu province, were devastated by flash floods that swept away entire homes and killed more than 460 people.
Wed May 24 2023
![Turkiye's quake victims grateful for MAF's Op Starlight mission Turkiye's quake victims grateful for MAF's Op Starlight mission](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/41676786408_HospitalMedanMalay.jpg)
Turkiye's quake victims grateful for MAF's Op Starlight mission
On learning that the team was from Malaysia, the kebab seller refused to accept a single lira despite their own utter desolation, devastated by the earthquake.
Sun Feb 19 2023
![Devastated flood victims forced to remain at PPS while waiting for help Devastated flood victims forced to remain at PPS while waiting for help](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/41672320806_ShahidaMohamad.jpg)
Devastated flood victims forced to remain at PPS while waiting for help
Taking shelter at the PPS for an extended period is the only option available for some evacuees whose homes that they have lived in for decades were swept away or damaged by the recent floods.
Thu Dec 29 2022
![Quake-hit Indonesia searches for victims in the rubble Quake-hit Indonesia searches for victims in the rubble](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/51669099673_cianjur.jpg)
Quake-hit Indonesia searches for victims in the rubble
Indonesian President Joko Widodo urged rescue workers on Tuesday to prioritise saving victims trapped in rubble a day after an earthquake devastated a West Java town, killing 162.
Tue Nov 22 2022
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025