Presence of thousands of supporters proves people want Najib to lead
The presence of more than 1,000 people to greet Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak at the airport today proves he still commands solid support.
Mon Oct 05 2015
1MDB: 'Let the task force investigate' - Hishammuddin
Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein today urged all quarters to stay calm and not blow the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) allegation out of proportion.
Wed Jul 08 2015
Two NS camps in Kedah to house Rohingya migrants - Hishammuddin
Two national service training camps in Kedah have been identified as temporary shelter for the Rohingya migrants who have landed in Malaysia, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein.
Thu May 28 2015
Spain crash: Hishammuddin confirms suspension of military Airbus
Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein confirmed that Malaysia has temporarily halted the operations of its military Airbus A400M fleet following a crash in Spain.
Mon May 11 2015
MH17: Five more Malaysian victims' remains to be accorded military honours tomorrow
Five more remains of the Malaysia Airlines (MAS) flight MH17 Malaysian crash victims will arrive from Amsterdam tomorrow and accorded military honours.
Thu Oct 02 2014
MH17: Remains of 28 Malaysian victims identified - Hishammuddin
Twenty-eight of the 43 Malaysian victims of the Malaysia Airlines (MAS) Flight MH17 tragedy have been identified up to today, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein.
Tue Aug 19 2014
MH370: Families will never forget
With almost 121 days since the mysterious disappearance of flight MH 370, family members are still hoping for the return of their loved ones, despite knowing the flight ended in the Indian Ocean.
Sun Jul 06 2014
More assets to assist in search for MH370 - Hishammuddin
Malaysia is deploying more assets for the pursuant deep-sea search for its missing jetliner MH370 in the new location in the Southern Indian Ocean.
Sun Jul 06 2014
MH370: Private companies to help in search
Local companies with deep water expertise will be roped in to assist in search operations after Bluefin-21 completes its mission at identified areas.
Sat Apr 19 2014
MH370: "I will not give up hope," says Hishammuddin
Hope is the word echoed by acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein during his press conference Saturday.
Sat Mar 22 2014
MH370: AMSA unable to locate 24-meter debris
Cloud and rain which caused limited visibility affected the operation to search for an object floating on the Indian ocean which could possibly help locate missing flight MH370.
Thu Mar 20 2014
MH370: Malaysia has nothing to hide
Acting Transport Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein said Malaysia has put the search efforts above national security.
Thu Mar 13 2014
MH370: SAR enters into its sixth day; missing plane still a puzzle
The search and rescue operation (SAR) of the missing Malaysian Airlines plane MH370, now enters into its sixth day.
Thu Mar 13 2014
Zahid, Shafie and Hishamuddin maintain positions
Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein remained UMNO vice-president despite a very close race with his opponent, Datuk Mukhriz Mahathir.
Sun Oct 20 2013
Transport Ministry to study police's e-plate proposal
Acting Transport Minister will study the proposal not only for the police to reduce crime but if it could meet the needs of the public.
Sat Jul 06 2013
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