Biden safe after car collides with motorcade
Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden had just left his campaign headquarters when the collision occurred.
Mon Dec 18 2023
South Korean farmers scuffle with police at protest over dog meat ban
While consumption of dog meat declined in popularity, farmers and restaurant owners who serve the meat have been fighting to keep it legal.
Fri Dec 01 2023
Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter returned to Georgia hometown for burial
The private funeral marks the end of three days of tributes celebrating the life and humanitarian work of the former US first lady.
Thu Nov 30 2023
Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96
Rosalynn Carter, who in recent days had entered hospice care at home in Plains, Georgia, died with her family by her side.
Mon Nov 20 2023
Brazil investigates undeclared $3 million jewelry gift to Bolsonaro
The diamond necklace, ring, watch and earrings were gifted to Bolsonaro and former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro by the Saudi govt.
Tue Mar 07 2023
US First Lady says Joe Biden will never take mental competency test
Jill Biden blasted presidential candidate Nikki Haley's suggestion that politicians over the age of 75 take mental competency tests.
Mon Mar 06 2023
From reggaeton to Iran, five key moments on Grammys night
Bad Bunny opened the show with some serious reggaeton and First Lady Jill Biden showed up to honor an Iranian artist.
Tue Feb 07 2023
Ukraine's first lady: 'We are in trouble' if solidarity fades
The more the financial pressure and sanctions are put on the aggressor, the less opportunities they will have to wage a war against Ukraine.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Biden announces intention to seek reelection in 2024
US President Joe Biden intends to seek reelection in 2024, with the support of the First Lady.
Sun Oct 23 2022
Honduras former first lady gets 14 years in prison on fraud charges
Bonilla spent over $500,000 meant for low-income children on credit card payments, her children's school fees and real estate construction.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Malaysian court finds former first lady Rosmah guilty of bribery
Rosmah has been sentenced to a decade in prison and fined RM970 million for seeking and receiving bribes in exchange for government contracts.
Thu Sep 01 2022
I did not commit any criminal offence, it's slander against me - Rosmah
Rosmah today told the High Court here that she did not commit any criminal offence in the solar hybrid project but should be the prosecution witness against her former assistant, Rizal Mansor.
Tue Oct 05 2021
Olympics: Jill Biden leads US delegation to Tokyo Games amid pandemic fears
The Olympics trip is the first lady's first solo adventure abroad and will include three days on the ground in Japan.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Haiti President Jovenel Moise assassinated at home
Moise's wife, First Lady Martine Mose, is hospitalized, interim Premier Claude Joseph said.
Wed Jul 07 2021
US first lady Jill Biden gets biographical comic book
Biden joins Vice President Kamala Harris, nun Mother Theresa and country star Dolly Parton in the TidalWave Comics' "Female Force" series.
Wed Mar 31 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