Chefs' contributions recognised at National Day celebration
For the first time ever, a contingent of chefs clad in white coats, black pants and their signature tall hats made an appearance at the 2022 National Day parade.
Wed Aug 31 2022
French company Carmat announces first implant of its artificial heart in a woman
It is the first time ever that Carmat's device has helped a woman suffering from heart failure, says Stephane Piat.
Tue Sep 21 2021
The size of a matchbox, a rare mouse deer is born on camera in Poland
For the first time ever, an actual birth of a tiny mouse deer was filmed in a hopeful moment for the highly endangered species.
Wed Dec 02 2020
Najib wanted Mohd Hazem to be made exec director of 1MDB, court told
Mohd Hazem's name cropped up for the first time ever in Najibs RM2.3 billion 1MDB graft trial when counsel Wan Aizuddin Wan Mohammed was cross-examining the ninth prosecution witness.
Thu Aug 06 2020
EPF dividends: Why is the Shariah dividend lower?
For the first time ever, EPF declared two dividends. But why is the Simpanan Shariah dividend lower?
Mon Feb 12 2018
US President Obama is now contactable via Facebook Messenger
The White House has opened up a new Facebook Messenger channel to allow people to actively relay notes to US President Barack Obama via a more informal platform, for the first time ever.
Sun Aug 14 2016
US President Obama now contactable via Facebook Messenger
For the first time ever, people will be allowed to actively relay notes to US President Barack Obama via a more informal platform.
Thu Aug 11 2016
Pope Francis to receive top Sunni imam at Vatican
For the first time ever, Al-Azhar's grand imam, Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb will be meeting with Pope Francis at St Peter's next Monday.
Thu May 19 2016
Adenan explains meaning of his famous catchphrases 'oha' and 'you you'
For the first time ever, Adenan revealed that the inspiration behind his catchphrase.
Mon May 02 2016
Malaysia to celebrate World Men's Day this Nov 19
This will be the first time ever this country is honouring men like how Women's Day has been celebrated all this while.
Fri Mar 11 2016
First satellite collaring of female Sunda clouded leopard
For the first time ever, a female Sunda clouded leopard was trapped and fitted with a satellite collar.
Tue Aug 26 2014
Christina Aguilera to debut in Malaysia at Twin Towers @Live 2014
Christina Aguilera will be heading to Malaysia for the first time ever as the highlight act of the Twin Towers @Live 2014 concert next month.
Thu Feb 13 2014
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