Billionaire and engineer conduct first private spacewalk in SpaceX mission
The astronauts on Polaris Dawn mission went one at a time, each spending about 10 minutes outside the gumdrop-shaped Crew Dragon capsule.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Boeing's Starliner astronauts could return on SpaceX capsule in Feb 2025, NASA says
Recent results have unearthed new information, causing greater alarm about a safe return.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Spire collapses as fire engulfs Copenhagen's historic stock exchange
Several hundred pieces of art and artefacts including paintings, mirrors, chandeliers and timepieces were saved by firefighters.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Fire breaks out at Copenhagen's historic stock exchange, spire collapses
The historic building, whose spire was shaped as the tails of four dragons intertwined, had been under renovation when the fire broke out.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Astronomers unravel the mystery of the 'Dragon's Egg' nebula
Two large stars residing inside a spectacular cloud of gas and dust nicknamed "Dragon's Egg" nebula have presented a puzzle to astronomers.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Scientists unveil 240-million-year-old reptile likened to dragon
The Dinocephalosaurus orientalis fossils were discovered in Guizhou province, southern China.
Sat Feb 24 2024
Meet Bigfoot chicken that roam Vietnam dining tables during Tet
The rare breed of poultry, also known as dragon chicken, feature a pair of scaly red feet as large as a beer can, originates from Dong Tao.
Sat Feb 10 2024
It’s the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac - associated with good fortune, wisdom and success
Because of the dragon's auspicious associations, dragon years tend to bring upticks in fertility rates.
Fri Feb 09 2024
King, Queen extend Chinese New Year greetings
Their Majesties extended their warmest Happy Chinese New Year greetings to Malaysians celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Thousands welcome PM at Jonker Walk
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was also presented with a 179.2-metre dragon lantern performance, recognised as the longest in the country.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Singapore PM encourages couples to have more children in Chinese New Year message
Lee Hsien Loong said it is a good time for young couples to add a "little dragon" to their families.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Australia's Sydney to throw 16-day party for Year of Dragon
The "Sydney Lunar Festival" includes dragon boat races, lantern installations, traditional lion dancing and cultural performances.
Thu Feb 08 2024
PM extends Chinese New Year greetings
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government would work harder to achieve a more prosperous and prominent Malaysia.
Thu Feb 08 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating the dragon's embrace: Malaysia, ASEAN, and the delicate balance with China
For the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), China's rise as an economic powerhouse presents a double-edged sword.
Fri Sep 22 2023
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's tightrope walk: Between the dragon and the eagle
The US-China rivalry is reshaping the world, and nations like Malaysia must navigate this new reality with dexterity.
Thu Sep 21 2023
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