Pilgrims brace for brutal heat during Haj
Millions face heat stroke risk as Haj coincides with Mecca's hottest month.
Fri Jun 07 2024
My mum's prayers are answered - Syafiq
Muhammad Syafiq Puteh is grateful that his mother's prayers while performing the haj recently were answered when he managed to win silver with Gabriel Gilbert Daim.
Sat Aug 06 2022
Emotional distress, incompatible roommate issue among complaints received from pilgrims
Emotional distress, communication problems and incompatible roommate issue are among the complaints received by Tabung Haji (TH) during haj season.
Fri Jun 17 2022
For the first time, Saudi women stand guard in Mecca during haj
Since April, dozens of female soldiers have become part of the security services that monitor pilgrims in Mecca and Medina, the birthplaces of Islam.
Wed Jul 21 2021
Tabung Haji to go high-tech during Haj season
Tabung Haji (TH) will use technology to its fullest extent to ensure the Haj experience for pilgrims this year runs smoothly, in line with the agency's Operational Information Centre motto.
Wed Aug 02 2017
Pos Malaysia to rake in RM3.5 million revenue during Haj season
Pos Laju is expected to handle 38,000kg more goods and baggage from Malaysian pilgrims this year compared to last year.
Mon Aug 01 2016
To 'selfie' or not to 'selfie' during haj pilgrimage?
Famous Arab scholar has addressed his concern over selfies taken by pilgrims whilst performing their haj.
Thu Oct 02 2014
TH wants to use Malaysian students as guides during haj season
Tabung Haji (TH) hopes the Saudi Arabian government will allow it to use Malaysian students as guides during the next haj season.
Wed Oct 16 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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