Toronto program encourages hijab-wearing women to get on two wheels
Hijabs and Helmets aims to provide education and a welcoming environment to those new to cycling and the city, especially to Muslim women.
Sat Sep 02 2023
Syrian woman rescued quake victims, won over those who told her to stay home
Salam Mahmoud is one of around 300 women in the Syria Civil Defence, a rescue service of more than 3,000 people which operates in Syria.
Wed Mar 08 2023
In war-torn Idlib, Syrians pick up pieces alone after earthquake
Parts of the provinces of Idlib and adjacent Aleppo held by Turkey-backed rebels suffered the bulk of the quake's casualties in Syria.
Wed Feb 15 2023
White Helmets say search efforts for quake survivors in northwest Syria about to end
Search operations for more survivors beneath the rubble are about to end in Syria eight days after the devastating earthquake.
Tue Feb 14 2023
In Turkey, night fills with screams and crying as earthquake rescues go on
Under a pile of rubble in the southern province of Hatay, a woman's voice could be heard calling for help.
Tue Feb 07 2023
Deadly Turkey earthquake sends rescuers scrambling for survivors
The major earthquake of magnitude 7.9 killed more than 50 people in southern Turkey on Monday and was felt in Cyprus, Lebanon and Syria.
Mon Feb 06 2023
Thousands march in Peru, demanding resignation of leftist President Castillo
Police with helmets and plastic shields launched several tear gas canisters in an attempt to disperse the crowds.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Bangladeshi man fined RM3,000 over RM50 bribe to policeman
Khan Obaydul offered the bribe as an inducement to not take action against him for not wearing a crash helmet while riding a motorcycle.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Explosions kill 2 and injure 5 in northern Syria
An explosion ripped through a shipping warehouse in northern Syria on Saturday, killing two people and injuring five others.
Sat Mar 20 2021
Interested in an F1 racing helmet or steering wheel?
Aartcurial Motorcars will host a sale of the former collection of Giuseppe Neri at its Automobilia auction in February.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Jeremy Bulloch, Boba Fett in first 'Star Wars' trilogy, dies
Jeremy Bulloch, the English actor who first donned a helmet, cape and jetpack to play Boba Fett in the original -Star Wars- trilogy, died Thursday.
Fri Dec 18 2020
Leaders, elected reps should set example by wearing helmets - Wee
Leaders and elected representatives are advised to set an example by wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle, including during election campaigns.
Wed Aug 26 2020
Police receive report of Selangor Mansion residents throwing objects at MAF personnel
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim said the report was lodged by the complainant after being informed of the incident by the personnel involved.
Sat Apr 11 2020
Cigarettes, knives, scissors among items banned at SEA games opening
Spectators are reminded not to bring other prohibited items such as air horns, scissors, umbrellas, helmets as well as canned and bottled drinks, said MASOC.
Sun Aug 13 2017
Man shot dead in Besut
It was also learnt that the suspects were wearing red helmets and had covered their faces with cloth.
Fri Jul 28 2017
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024