Indonesia presses Myanmar on peace commitments as ASEAN ministers meet
Retno Marsudi stressed Myanmar would remain on the sidelines of the bloc until its junta honoured a peace commitment.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Title by Agong worth the wait - 1967 Thomas Cup winner
Fifty-six years later, Datuk Yew Cheng Hoe and his teammates, who won the 1967 Thomas Cup in Jakarta, Indonesia, were honoured yet again.
Mon Jun 05 2023
Tina Turner honoured at lakeside Swiss home where she died
The American-born singer made Switzerland her home since 1995.
Thu May 25 2023
Dr Zaliha, Malaysia's first minister honoured to chair WHO Executive Board Meeting
Dr Noor Hisham said the honour was the first in the country's history and throughout his 10 years of involvement with the WHO.
Fri Feb 03 2023
'Honoured' Lloris reminds France 'there's something really special we can achieve'
Hugo Lloris insists France will need 'all our strength, all our energy' when they face Morocco in the World Cup semi-finals.
Mon Dec 12 2022
Harry and Meghan accept 'Ripple of Hope' human rights award
Meghan and Harry were honoured for addressing racial injustice and mental health.
Wed Dec 07 2022
Ewon honoured to be part of Anwar's Cabinet
Ewon Benedick said the mandate is crucial for entrepreneurs' development, a task he is looking forward to pursuing.
Sat Dec 03 2022
Former PM Abe helped reshape Japan's foreign and defence policy - Ex-diplomat
As Japan honoured former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday, an ex-Japanese diplomat reflected on Abe's accomplishments in beefing up Japan's defence and stabilising the security in East Asia.
Sat Oct 01 2022
Pelosi and delegation honoured to be received by PM Ismail Sabri
The US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi who arrived in Malaysia today said she and her congressional delegation were honoured to be received by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Tue Aug 02 2022
Warne honoured posthumously, Barty awarded in Queen's birthday list
Three-times Grand Slam champion Barty received her award three months after retiring from professional tennis at the age of 25.
Mon Jun 13 2022
Melaka govt fetes media practitioners in conjunction with HAWANA 2022
Media practitioners were honoured at a dinner tonight organised by the Melaka state government in conjunction with the 2022 National Journalists Day (HAWANA 2022) in the historic city.
Sat May 28 2022
Firefighter honoured for saving woman from jumping off bridge
The firefighter who saved a woman from jumping off the Penang bridge received special recognition in conjunction with the 2022 World Firefighters Day Celebration today.
Sun May 22 2022
Mohamad Nasir honoured by friends as a man of knowledge who prized friendship
Mohamad Nasir Yusoff was described as kind-hearted, warm and contributed greatly to strengthening the bonds between Malaysian and Indonesian journalists.
Sun May 08 2022
Drake withdraws his two Grammy nominations
Drake asked for his two Grammy nominations to be withdrawn this year and the Recording Academy has honoured his request.
Wed Dec 08 2021
On obscure politicians and activists - a very brief survey & a tribute
There's a need for the public to know about these "obscure" politicians so that their memory can be remembered, honoured and appreciated.
Tue Oct 12 2021
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