Expats head for the exit as 'easy' Singapore's COVID controls bite
Some compare its strict COVID rules with more freedom back home or bemoan the inability to travel freely to visit family.
Thu Jan 27 2022
Expats wait anxiously as Singapore weighs COVID-19 reopening
Singapore has had especially strict border controls, quarantine and contact tracing.
Thu Aug 05 2021
Expats also showing a fondness for caged patin from Temerloh
But, now it is no longer the dish of choice for the Malays, as expatriates have also developed a fondness for it.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Kuala Lumpur world's 46th most expensive cities for expats
Kuala Lumpur is ranked 46th most expensive cities for expatriates in Asia-Pacific and 189 globally.
Fri Jun 12 2015
Malaysia among top 20 desired countries for expat life
New challenge, interesting culture, and cost effective are some of the reasons why Malaysia is ranked among the Top 20 of desired place for expat life.
Thu Oct 23 2014
Scottish expats remain bystanders in independence vote
The debate continues on the issue of whether Scottish citizens living outside their homeland should be allowed to vote.
Tue Sep 16 2014
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