Three students of Palestinian descent shot in Vermont in suspected hate-crime
A man with a pistol shot the three victims on the street near the University of Vermont and then ran away, police said.
Mon Nov 27 2023
Buffalo mass shooting gunman apologizes, sentenced to life without parole
Payton Gendron pleaded guilty to 15 state charges including murder and terrorism motivated by hate stemming from the mass shooting.
Thu Feb 16 2023
Asians in California more fearful of gun violence, hate crime victims
Among the Asians, people of Korean origin reported the highest level of fear of gun violence, with 70 pct saying they were very worried.
Thu Feb 09 2023
K-pop supergroup BTS meets Biden, speaks at White House
The K-pop stars calls for a halt to crimes targeting Asian Americans.
Wed Jun 01 2022
Biden to host K-pop stars BTS, discuss anti-Asian hate crimes
K-pop superstars BTS will head to the White House next week to address hate crimes targeting Asians and people of Asian descent with Biden.
Fri May 27 2022
Actor Jussie Smollett sentenced to probation, jail time for staging hate crime
Smollett was guilty of five of the six felony disorderly conduct counts he faced, one for each time he was accused of lying to police.
Fri Mar 11 2022
Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett found guilty of staging fake hate crime
Smollet staged a hate crime against himself in what prosecutors said was a bid to gain sympathy and boost his career.
Fri Dec 10 2021
In vigil remembering Canadian Muslim family, a vow that 'this is our city'
The attack has caused a nationwide outpouring of grief, with vigils taking place in Toronto, Vancouver and other cities across Canada.
Wed Jun 09 2021
Killing of Canadian Muslim family with truck was hate crime, police say
Police believes that these victims were targeted because they were Muslim.
Tue Jun 08 2021
U.S. charges three Georgia men with hate crimes in death of Ahmaud Arbery
The U.S. charged three white men in Georgia on Wednesday with federal hate crimes and the attempted kidnapping of Ahmaud Arbery.
Wed Apr 28 2021
New York man charged with attempted murder in attack on Chinese immigrant
The assault is the latest in a spate of attacks targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the nation.
Wed Apr 28 2021
Biden, Harris condemn US racism, sexism in blunt language
Biden's statement came amid mounting pressure on law enforcement authorities to treat the deadly shooting in Atlanta as a hate crime.
Mon Mar 22 2021
EXPLAINER: Why Georgia attack spurs fears in Asian Americans
The killings as a haunting reminder of harassment and assaults that have been occurring from coast to coast.
Sun Mar 21 2021
Report into NZ mosque attack faults focus on Islamist terror risks, firearms licensing
Authorities were criticised for ignoring repeated warnings from the Muslim community that hate crimes against them were escalating.
Tue Dec 08 2020
Terror in London seems to confirm Muslims' growing dread
Witnesses said the driver was heard shouting after he was wrestled to the ground that he wanted to kill Muslims.
Tue Jun 20 2017
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