Soccer - Ronaldo's 900th goal helps Portugal to 2-1 win over Croatia
The strike, Cristiano Ronaldo's first since June, extended his record haul of international goals to 131.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Klopp pleads patience from supporters after 2-2 draw at Man United
Liverpool's dramatic draw at Manchester United could come back to haunt them in the hunt for their first Premier League title in four years.
Mon Apr 08 2024
Indonesia's likely new president haunts father of missing activist
Paian Siahaan's 22-year-old son Ucok was one of the pro-democracy activists who disappeared during the chaotic riots of 1998.
Fri Feb 16 2024
Poisoned wells: Oil pollution haunts Nigerian district for decades
The situation has driven many people to move away, some fearing the health impact of the contaminated wells.
Sun Oct 29 2023
Hunger haunts Ethiopia's Tigray region after years of war
A persistent drought has deepened the problems.
Tue Jul 11 2023
World registers hottest day ever recorded on July 3
Scientists said climate change, combined with an emerging El Nino pattern, were to blame.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Man runs 272 metres while on fire, breaks two world records
Jonathan Vero, aFrench firefighter earned a Guinness World Record for running a distance of 893 feet (272 metre) after being set on fire.
Fri Jun 30 2023
AirAsia X expands medium-haul network to Northern India
Its CEO Benyamin Ismail said the restart of the route is part of the company's effort to strengthen AAX's position in South Asia.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Halle Bailey soaks up good vibes for Ariel role in 'Little Mermaid'
When Halle Bailey was cast as Ariel, it was both of celebration and struggle, as she became the target of a racist backlash on social media.
Wed May 24 2023
London is serving up more than Coronation Quiche for the crowning of Charles III
Starting this week, some of London's most famous afternoon tea haunts are adapting their offerings with menus celebrating the monarchy.
Wed Apr 26 2023
Two decades after Saddam's fall, Iraqis still haunted by disappearances
Relatives of thousands of people who were killed or disappeared under the dictator believed they would soon find out the fate of love ones.
Mon Mar 13 2023
Ex-wife of Malaysian in Betong shooting incident hauled in for investigation
The ex-wife of a Malaysian who was shot in Bandar Betong, Yala Province, Southern Thailand on Feb 11 was detained by Thai police.
Sat Feb 18 2023
Married couple among three arrested over RM1.1 million drug haul
The police have crippled a drug trafficking syndicate with the arrest of a married couple and a third person, as well as the seizure of 451 kg of marijuana worth RM1.13 million in two raids in Penaga.
Mon Jan 16 2023
Mother's weeping farewell for four-year-old son who died after abuse
The mother of a four-year-old boy, who died from suspected abuse while she was behind bars, was seen weeping at the haunting sight of her son's lifeless body for the last time.
Wed Dec 28 2022
Mohd Naim to meet relevant ministries to discuss issues on Muslim
Mohd Na'im said the meeting would also discuss matters concerning vaccines and medicines that were often raised by the Muslim community.
Sun Dec 18 2022
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