Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games Federation has offered Malaysia 100 million pounds ($127.33 million) in supporting funds if it decides to host.
Mon Mar 18 2024
India stops new visas for Canadians, asks Ottawa to downsize missions as spat worsens
A blanket suspension of new visas by India for a Western country is unheard of and marks the lowest point of India-Canada relations.
Fri Sep 22 2023
Anwar to discontinue extravagant manner in appointing Cabinet members
Reiterating that his Cabinet will be downsized, Anwar today said he will do away with the extravagant manner of appointing ministers as a form of reward.
Sun Nov 27 2022
No downsizing of civil service workforce due to e-government system - Muhyiddin
The 1.6 million-strong civil service workforce will not be downsized as a result of the ongoing implementation of the electronic government system (e-government).
Sun Aug 30 2020
Hiroshima marks 75 years since atomic bombing in scaled-back ceremony
Bells tolled in Hiroshima on Thursday for the 75th anniversary of the world's first atomic bombing, with ceremonies downsized due to the coronavirus.
Thu Aug 06 2020
AirAsia terminates 111 flight attendants, 172 pilots, 50 engineers
AirAsia Berhad will terminate the services of 111 cabin crew from 1,900 crew members, 172 pilots and 50 engineers in a bid to downsize its operations.
Thu Jun 04 2020
AirAsia to retrench staff, downsize operations?
An internal source has revealed a townhall session was held on Thursday morning with several key units under AirAsia Berhad to announce the decision.
Thu Jun 04 2020
Cutting 6,000 jobs unavoidable for MAS
The ailing airline is facing a "do-or-die" situation and the cutting of 6,000 jobs should proceed, says former transport minister Ong Tee Keat.
Mon Mar 30 2015
Virus fears, Mecca work downsizes Saudi hajj pilgrimage
Deadly MERS virus fears and Mecca work in Saudi Arabia have forced cuts in the numbers of pilgrims permitted to perform hajj.
Thu Jul 25 2013
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024