'I can't remember the last time we had dinner': hunger in Nigeria
Nigerians face severe food shortages and rising costs due to economic reforms, conflict, and climate issues, sparking widespread protests.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Protest erupts in eastern Cuba amid blackouts, food shortages
Blackouts in places extended for 18 hours or more a day, jeopardizing frozen food and ratcheting up tensions on the island.
Mon Mar 18 2024
AWANI Global: Food Security: Combating hunger in an evolving landscape
Dr Oleg Barabanov from the Russian Academy of Sciences weighs in on the challenges posed by climate crises and conflicts on global food security, as he explores actionable steps countries and Malaysia can counter food shortages and price spikes while strengthening self-reliance.
Sun Nov 26 2023
North Korea's Kim orders 'fundamental transformation' of agriculture amid food shortages
Kim said hitting grain production targets this year was a top priority and emphasized the importance of stable agriculture production.
Tue Feb 28 2023
North Korean food shortage seems to be worsening, South Korea says
North Korea has effectively acknowledged serious food shortages, South Korea's unification ministry said.
Wed Feb 15 2023
Yanomami health crisis in Brazil can only be solved by expelling miners, official says
About 20,000 wildcat miners on the Yanomami reservation in northern Brazil have brought malaria and severe food shortages.
Wed Feb 08 2023
Could genetically modified rice be the answer to food shortages caused by climate change?
Research reveals that by genetically modifying rice, it could grow successfully in different countries and environments.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Explainer: Obstacles to overcome before Ukraine grain deal eases global food crisis
The agreement was designed to alleviate global food shortages, with Ukraine's customers including some of the world's poorest countries.
Wed Aug 10 2022
Food shortages are next global health crisis - Expert
Growing food shortages may represent the same health threat to the world as the COVID-19 pandemic, Peter Sands warned.
Wed Jun 08 2022
'We are going to die': Food shortages add to Sri Lanka's woes
President Gotabaya has warned of a food shortage as the island nation battles a devastating economic crisis.
Fri May 20 2022
ANALYSIS - COVID crisis could deepen N.Korea food shortages amid drought warnings
A nationwide lockdown would hamper ongoing anti-drought efforts and the mobilisation of labour, analysts said.
Fri May 13 2022
World wary of Taliban government as Afghans urge action on rights and economy
People urged the leadership to revive the Afghan economy, which faces steep inflation, food shortages exacerbated by drought.
Thu Sep 09 2021
Home Ministry launches 'Op Bantu' to channel food aid to the needy
The Home Ministry launched Op Bantu today to help any individuals facing food shortages amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Jul 06 2021
'Bakul Prihatin' proves to be saving grace for B40 families
After deciding not to fly a white flag even though she was facing food shortages, Noraini Dollah, 54, turned to another channel, 'Bakul Prihatin' (Prihatin Basket), for some much-needed help.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Venezuela could be headed for collapse, say U.S. intelligence officials
U.S. officials say disaster is pending in Venezuela, where clashes erupted this week over food shortages, blackouts and political gridlock.
Sat May 14 2016
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