11th Sarawak State Election: Polling day set on May 7 - Election Commission
The Election Commission (EC) today announced that the Sarawak State Election will be held on May 7. Nomination day is fixed on April 27.
Thu Apr 14 2016
PSM will not contest in Kajang by-election
Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) will stay out of the Kajang by-election which will be held on March 23 as the party felt the by-election did not make sense.
Wed Feb 12 2014
EC lashes out at parties unable to accept defeat
Election Commission (EC) chairman today lashed out at certain parties who refused to accept defeat and were instead blaming others for their performance in the 13th General Election.
Wed May 08 2013
EC suggest law on foreign funds for political parties
The Election Commission (EC) will make a proposal for a law to be enacted concerning foreign funds received by political parties during GE.
Sat May 04 2013
Only 3 people know colour of indelible ink - EC
The EC believes the colour of the indelible ink to be used in next Sunday's general election still remains a closely-guarded secret.
Sun Apr 28 2013
Don't demand for random ballot, voters told
Voters should not be demanding for a random ballot paper as that could lead to havoc during polling day on May 5.
Sun Apr 14 2013
1,574 overseas Malaysians register as postal voters
To date, 1,574 Malaysians residing abroad have registered to vote, said Election Commission (EC) chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof.
Wed Feb 06 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