Melaka CM denies handing big post to politician embroiled in corruption
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Idris Haron today refuted claims he gave an important post in Melaka UMNO to a politician who was involved in high-profile corruption cases.
Sun Apr 23 2017
'Not all public servants are corrupt' - Ali Hamsa
Tan Sri Dr Ali Hamsa says most public servants have integrity and the high-profile corruption case in Sabah is an isolated case.
Sun Oct 09 2016
Misappropriating RM15 million: Three re-arrested
The trio are among four individuals including a "Datuk" bank managing director who were remanded over abuse of power and misappropriation cases.
Wed Aug 31 2016
MACC finalising investigation papers on 3 senior government officers
THe MACC is finalising investigation papers on three high-ranking civil servants who were detained over corruption, abuse of power and money laundering.
Mon Aug 29 2016
Bank chairman, a 'Tan Sri', detained by MACC
The 'Tan Sri', in his 60s, was picked up at the bank's headquarters this afternoon.
Mon Aug 29 2016
Family of Thai princess stripped of title
The family of the wife of Thailand's Crown Prince have been stripped of an honorific title, police confirmed Monday, after three of her relatives were caught up in a high-profile corruption scandal.
Mon Dec 01 2014
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