Drivers more likely to be distracted while using partial automation tech, study shows
Major automakers are racing to deploy tech that partially automates driving tasks to enhance safety, ease, and revenue.
Sun Sep 22 2024
FBM KLCI pares loss at close amid market uncertainty ahead of expected US rate cut
Turnover eased to 2.30 billion units worth RM2.75 billion from Tuesday's 3.19 billion units worth RM3.35 billion.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Korea's birth rate drive struggles to sway 'YOLO' generation
South Korea plans to launch a new govt ministry dedicated to demographic challenges after years of incentives failed to ease baby crisis.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Harris pushes Netanyahu to ease suffering in Gaza: 'I will not be silent'
"It is time for this war to end," Kamala Harris said in a televised statement after she held face-to-face talks with Benjamin Netanyahu.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Bangladesh accepts court ruling to cut state job quotas after unrest, eases curfew
Govt eases curfew to contain unrest, lifting it for specific hours to buy essentials; offices reopen for a few hours.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Microsoft ditches OpenAI board observer seat to stave off antitrust scrutiny
Microsoft gives up its board observer seat at OpenAI to ease US and UK antitrust regulators' concerns about its control over the AI startup.
Thu Jul 11 2024
National contingent to be equipped with air cooler during Paris Olympics - Hamidin
All national athletes will be provided with portable air coolers to ease the hot summer weather in the French capital.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Philippines and Japan sign defence pact, with eyes on China
The agreement eases entry for foreign personnel and equipment, creating a framework to facilitate military cooperation for visiting force.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Biden supporters bank on debate with Trump to ease age concerns
Both men are under scrutiny over their age and stamina. Trump is 78 and prone to making outlandish statements and mangling his sentences on the campaign trail.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Google investment is a testament to Malaysia's current competitiveness - Tengku Zafrul
Google's latest investment also highlights Malaysia's ease of doing business and growing importance as a regional hub for digital innovation.
Wed Jun 26 2024
WHO chief asks Israel to ease curbs on Gaza medical aid
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the primary pipeline for emergency medical aid into the enclave from Egypt had been cut off.
Wed May 22 2024
Ringgit retreats to open easier ahead of US inflation readings
At 9 am, the ringgit eased versus the greenback to 4.7310/7350.
Tue May 14 2024
Gaza still hungry as aid trickles in before Eid festival
Palestinians in Gaza said the extra supplies were still nowhere near enough to ease harsh conditions with nearly all the tiny.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Malaysia’s currency in circulation eases to RM161.8 bln in 2023, first time since 2001
The total value of cash stood at 8.9 per cent of gross domestic product in 2023 versus 9.1 per cent in 2022.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Aid ship reaches Gaza coast; Israel rejects Hamas truce offer
If the new sea route is successful, it may help ease hunger crisis in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of people face malnourishment.
Fri Mar 15 2024
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