1MDB trial: Talks on diplomatic joint ventures did not go through formal channel - Witness
The discussion did not involve high-ranking govt officials, even though the govt had to bear the loans with issuance of full guarantees.
Fri Jan 05 2024
Senators introduce bill that could lead to TikTok US ban
A bipartisan pair of high-ranking US senators introduced legislation that would give federal authorities the power to ban TikTok.
Wed Mar 08 2023
MACC nabs four company officials for graft probe into RM114 mln govt programme
MACC arrested four high-ranking individuals in private companies yesterday to assist in investigations into corruption involving a special government programme worth RM114 million.
Wed Jan 11 2023
State funeral for ex-prime minister Abe to cost Japan US$1.82 million
The Japanese govt is preparing for the participation of about 6,400 people for Abe's state funeral, including high-ranking foreign officals.
Thu Aug 25 2022
Another senior Islamic Jihad commander killed by Israeli strike in Gaza - Al-Quds Brigades
A high-ranking commander of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Khaled Mansour, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip, the Al-Quds Brigades said.
Sun Aug 07 2022
Pakistan helicopter goes missing with high-ranking army officers on board
The army aviation helicopter, which was helping with the operation in southern Balochistan, had lost contact with air traffic control.
Tue Aug 02 2022
Japanese police chief admits task to protect Shinzo Abe failed
The head of the Japanese general police department Itaru Nakamura admitted on Wednesday that the task of protecting former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe had not been completed.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Federal Court reinstates High Court's decision that ex-AIAC director is entitled to immunity
The bench in a unanimous decision, allowed Sundra Rajoo's appeal to reinstate the High Court's decision that he (Sundra Rajoo), as a former high ranking officer of AIAC, was immune from prosecution.
Fri Apr 30 2021
Cyber crime cases worrying
Cybercrime victims not only comprise children, youths or those who are not highly educated but also involves high-ranking officials.
Sat Oct 03 2020
'Fat Leonard' US Navy corruption probe snags more officers
A retired US Navy admiral and eight other high-ranking officers have been charged with corruption and other offenses in a sprawling bribery probe dubbed the "Fat Leonard" case.
Wed Mar 15 2017
Egypt deports top Palestinian official on arrival at Cairo airport
Jibril al-Rajoub, a confidant of Mahmoud Abbas and a high-ranking member of the central committee of Abbas's Fatah movement, was told he was on a no-entry list and put on a flight to Jordan.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Perak Sultan worried about large-scale corruption in country
He says based on media reports, corrupt practices and criminal breach of trust were not only rampant but even occurring on a very large scale.
Mon Dec 12 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
More French girls lured by IS than boys: source
In France, more teenage girls than boys are drawn to joining Islamic State fighters in Iraq and Syria, a high-ranking anti-terrorist official said.
Fri Mar 11 2016
'I have no reason to arrest Dr Mahathir' - IGP
Inspector-general of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar has shunned numerous calls to detain certain individuals for leaking a series of scandal involving a high-ranking official in the country.
Wed Jul 08 2015
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