![Sarawak floods: Number of evacuees dips to slightly above 9,000 Sarawak floods: Number of evacuees dips to slightly above 9,000](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61736855519_TBPPSKOTATINGGI.jpg)
Sarawak floods: Number of evacuees dips to slightly above 9,000
Continuous heavy rain at the severe level is also expected to occur in several areas in Sabah and Sarawak until tomorrow.
Tue Feb 04 2025
![High tide phenomenon: JPS warns 43 villages of flooding risk High tide phenomenon: JPS warns 43 villages of flooding risk](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71726300137_TBAPM.jpg)
High tide phenomenon: JPS warns 43 villages of flooding risk
Seawater overflow during high tide and heavy rain may flood villages near coasts and river estuaries, says JPS.
Tue Jan 28 2025
![Several houses in Kampung Sungai Rokam, Taman Cempaka flooded due to heavy rainfall Several houses in Kampung Sungai Rokam, Taman Cempaka flooded due to heavy rainfall](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71736091520_TBBANJIRKILAT.jpg)
Several houses in Kampung Sungai Rokam, Taman Cempaka flooded due to heavy rainfall
Kinta APM PKOD reports that the incident results in houses near the river being flooded at front of the homes, involving five houses.
Mon Jan 06 2025
![Vanuatu braces for heavy rains two days after deadly quake Vanuatu braces for heavy rains two days after deadly quake](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41734605714_PortVila.jpg)
Vanuatu braces for heavy rains two days after deadly quake
Vanuatu President says there is risk of "cascading hazards", in the form of low pressure system moving towards Vanuatu bringing heavy rain.
Thu Dec 19 2024
![Floods: Slight increase in number of victims in Terengganu and Pahang Floods: Slight increase in number of victims in Terengganu and Pahang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733572258_PPSTumpat.jpg)
Floods: Slight increase in number of victims in Terengganu and Pahang
In Terengganu, heavy rain last night resulted in the evacuation of more people, with a total of 3,951 victims recorded at relief centres.
Thu Dec 12 2024
![Two eco-forest parks in Besut suffer extensive damage due to floods Two eco-forest parks in Besut suffer extensive damage due to floods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81733916899_TBBANJIRTGANU.jpg)
Two eco-forest parks in Besut suffer extensive damage due to floods
Datuk Norhaidi Yunus says continuous heavy rain at the end of last month resulted in incidents of water surge and flood.
Thu Dec 12 2024
![MetMalaysia: Severe, alert-level rain warnings for seven states until Dec 11 MetMalaysia: Severe, alert-level rain warnings for seven states until Dec 11](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61668858786_Percikanhujanlebat.jpg)
MetMalaysia: Severe, alert-level rain warnings for seven states until Dec 11
The entire Kelantan and Perlis are expected to experience continuous rainfall at the alert level during the same period, says MetMalaysia.
Mon Dec 09 2024
![Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/71732090013_tbSungaiPerakLema.jpg)
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
![At least 89 people missing from floods in eastern Spain At least 89 people missing from floods in eastern Spain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/41730858746_droneview.jpg)
At least 89 people missing from floods in eastern Spain
More than 200 people were confirmed to have died after heavy rains caused waterways to overflow, creating flash floods.
Wed Nov 06 2024
![Thunderstorm issues thunderstorm warning for KL and eight states Thunderstorm issues thunderstorm warning for KL and eight states](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81673342498_Percikanhujanlebat.jpg)
Thunderstorm issues thunderstorm warning for KL and eight states
According to MetMalaysia, thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected until noon today.
Mon Nov 04 2024
![Clogged drains cause landslide in Taman Melawati - Works Minister Clogged drains cause landslide in Taman Melawati - Works Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41724486674_TBNANTALINGGI.jpg)
Clogged drains cause landslide in Taman Melawati - Works Minister
A blocked drainage system on Jalan G2, Taman Melawati, has been identified as the cause of this morning's landslide in the area.
Tue Oct 15 2024
![Nepal closes schools as deaths from heavy rains hit 151 Nepal closes schools as deaths from heavy rains hit 151](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/41727660329_tbfloodedareaBag.jpg)
Nepal closes schools as deaths from heavy rains hit 151
Nepal has shut schools for three days after landslides and floods triggered by two days of heavy rain across the Himalayan nation.
Mon Sep 30 2024
![MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain, strong winds warning for most states MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain, strong winds warning for most states](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718703639_TBhujan.jpg)
MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain, strong winds warning for most states
Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds have been forecast in almost all states up to 9 tonight.
Wed Sep 25 2024
![Thunderstorms in almost all states until 5pm today Thunderstorms in almost all states until 5pm today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81705976948_TBHUJANDIKUANTAN.jpg)
Thunderstorms in almost all states until 5pm today
The Meteorological Department issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds in nearly all states until 5 pm today.
Wed Sep 25 2024
![Floods cause UK travel disruptions despite improved conditions Floods cause UK travel disruptions despite improved conditions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71727169438_UKFlood.jpg)
Floods cause UK travel disruptions despite improved conditions
UK commuters are still facing travel issues in parts of the country on Tuesday despite a respite from heavy rain.
Tue Sep 24 2024
![Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738841775_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports
My administration will not stand by and watch men beat and batter female athletes, says US President Donald Trump.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738835526_Palestinians.jpg)
Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan
Defence Minister says his plan would include exit options via land crossings, as well as special arrangements for departure by sea and air.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732854918_tbPhilippines.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch
The Senate has no choice but to process the impeachment complaint, says Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Police identify victims of helicopter incident Police identify victims of helicopter incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738835271_helikopterterhempas.jpg)
Police identify victims of helicopter incident
Police say a security guard saved the pilot by pulling him from the burning aircraft, about 100 meters from the landing site.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Malaysia pledges USD200,000 to accelerate Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership Malaysia pledges USD200,000 to accelerate Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738834308_MohamadHasan.jpg)
Malaysia pledges USD200,000 to accelerate Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership
Foreign Minister says M'sia will lead efforts to streamline Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership, ensuring compliance with 88 agreements.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738832446_AustraliaFlag.jpg)
Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes
The laws will impose minimum jail sentences between 12 months for less serious hate crimes, such as giving a Nazi salute in public.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738821042_googlegemini.jpg)
Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify
Alphabet's Google announces updates to its Gemini family of large language models.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738832287_ProtestersBangaban.jpg)
Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home
Protesters expresses their fury over Hasina's social media speech, which they viewed as a challenge to the newly formed interim government.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41738135125_TBCEASEFIREGAZA.jpg)
How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law
Here's a look at the ramifications of Trump's plans under international law.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51738013153_Deepseeklogo.jpg)
South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say
South Korea's information privacy watchdog plans to ask DeepSeek about how the personal information of users is managed.
Thu Feb 06 2025