Google tools to combat mobile phone theft start rolling out to users
Theft Detection Lock uses AI and sensors to identify when a thief has grabbed and fled with a user's phone and locks the screen.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Rohingya demand end to violence on seventh anniversary of flight from Myanmar
Thousands more are believed to have fled Myanmars Rakhine state in recent weeks, as fighting escalates.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Earthquake rattles Syria, also felt in Jordan and Lebanon
Syria's health ministry said around 65 people sustained minor to moderate injuries as they fled in panic following the earthquake.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's other female PM, to be freed after Hasina's ouster
The order for Khaleeda Zia's release comes hours after her archrival Sheikh Hasina resigned as prime minister and fled Bangladesh.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina falls from grace in nation her father founded
Sheikh Hasina, resigned as Bangladesh's prime minister and fled the country on Monday following weeks of protests.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Op Pintas Mega: Myanmar teen rescued from forced labour
Dozens of foreign workers fled and tried to go into hiding when police conducted an Op Pintas Mega raid at a recycling factory.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Thousands flee their homes as Israeli forces bomb southern Gaza
Thousands who ignored evacuation orders fled overnight in the dark, as Israeli tanks and planes bombarded several areas.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Head of Lebanon's Hezbollah threatens Israel and Cyprus
Hezbollah chief Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah said that nowhere in Israel would be safe if a full-fledged war breaks out between the two foes.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Gazan dentistry student embarks on new passion following arrival in Egypt
Salma Shurrab fled Gaza with her family following months of fighting which has reduced much of her city to a wasteland.
Sat May 25 2024
Civil servant among four arrested for impersonating cops, robbing foreign workers
The suspects robbed the Myanmar nationals of their wallets, mobile phones and UNHCR cards and subsequently fled.
Mon May 20 2024
Over 50,000 fled Haiti capital in three weeks, with politicians in deadlock
Conflict between powerful armed gangs wreaked havoc for civilians, and a path out of the chaos yet to be established by politicians.
Wed Apr 03 2024
In Gaza, even holy month of Ramadan reminds Palestinians of their desperation
Thousands of people who have fled Israeli airstrikes barely have enough food to break the daily Ramadan fast.
Fri Mar 22 2024
UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel
The team said a "fully-fledged investigation" required to establish the magnitude, scope and specific attribution for the sexual violence.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Thai authorities arrest, deport murder suspect back to Malaysia
The suspect fled from Malaysia after allegedly assaulting his employee, who is believed to have stolen RM40,000 from him, according to CIB.
Wed Feb 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Palestine’s full membership in the UN: Benefits with bumps on the road?
Malaysia, Indonesia and other nations will support and help Palestine in upholding justice and become a full-fledged member in the UN.
Tue Jan 30 2024
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