China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard
Scholars fear that tightened censorship is extinguishing avenues for independent research into the country's past.
Sat Sep 14 2024
77.5 pct of fire at Kayu Madang landfill extinguished
The fire affecting the area designated for used tire disposal covers an area of 45,700 square metres, said Ordine Gilu.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Mydin Manjoi closed until further notice after fire incident
Firefighters still carrying out firefighting operations through overhaul work to ensure remaining embers of fire completely extinguished.
Mon Mar 11 2024
Japanese man sets himself on fire in apparent protest at former PM's state funeral
The man was taken to hospital suffering burns to his entire body while a police officer who tried to extinguish the flames was also injured.
Wed Sep 21 2022
Botched circumcision case: Hopes to save injured part fizzle with prompt treatment delay - Judge
Delay by medical personnel in attending to a man's injury, who lost the head of his penis in a botched circumcision 12 years ago, had extinguished all hopes of a successful surgery.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Fire at Pulau Burung landfill extinguished
JBPM took four hours to extinguish a fire at a landfill in Pulau Burung, Nibong Tebal last night.
Tue May 24 2022
Pulau Burung landfill fire completely extinguished
The fire at more than 11 hectares site of the Pulau Burung landfill in Jalan Byram that began on Jan 12, was fully extinguished yesterday.
Wed Feb 02 2022
New Zealand plans lifetime ban on cigarette sales to stamp out smoking
One of the world's toughest crackdowns on the tobacco industry, arguing that other efforts to extinguish smoking were taking too long.
Thu Dec 09 2021
Malaysia's Petronas reports fire at LNG complex in Bintulu, operations unaffected
The fire occurred at the sea-cooling water outfall channel located outside the complex's process area and was successfully extinguished.
Wed Sep 29 2021
Wildfire raging in Spain forces more than 900 to flee, a firefighter dies
More than 300 firefighters are working to extinguish the fire, which has yet to be brought under control.
Fri Sep 10 2021
Even my body was moved by the wind - Suresh
S. Suresh did not expect rain and strong wind to completely extinguish the fire in his medal quest at the Tokyo Paralympics, let alone in the first round of the men's individual recurve event.
Fri Sep 03 2021
Port Klang plastic recycling factory fire under control - Fire Dept
The situation has been brought under control but it would take time to extinguish the fire completely as it involves plastic, said Norazam.
Thu Aug 12 2021
Sayonara Tokyo, Bonjour Paris 2024
After more than two weeks of awesome sporting action, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics came to a spectacular conclusion as the fire in the cauldron was extinguished at the Tokyo Olympic Stadium tonight.
Sun Aug 08 2021
Dredger catches fire near Pulau Indah, 11 crew members rescued
Mohd Rosli said works to extinguish the flame took a long time as there was an oil tank below the burning spot.
Tue Jul 20 2021
Syndicate trafficking drugs in fire extinguishers, in freezer lorry busted
Also seized were various drugs such as ganja, syabu and heroin as well as eight vehicles, cash money and jewellery worth RM400,176.20.
Tue Jun 01 2021
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