Republican Mike Johnson elected US House speaker, ending leadership vacuum
The 220 to 209 party-line vote elevated Mike Johnson to the powerful role that has been vacant since Kevin McCarthy was ousted on Oct. 3.
Thu Oct 26 2023
Kevin McCarthy ousted by US House Republicans in historic vote
The 216-to-210 vote marked the first time in history that the House removed its leader Kevin McCarthy.
Wed Oct 04 2023
Biden says expects to reach agreement with Republicans on raising debt limit
US President Joe Biden says he is "optimistic" about his talks with Republicans on raising the debt ceiling and will likely meet with congressional leaders on Tuesday, reported Sputnik.
Mon May 15 2023
U.S. Speaker meets Taiwan leader and stresses need to speed up arms deliveries
A China foreign ministry spokesperson quickly denounced the meeting, accusing the U.S. of colluding with separatists seeking "Taiwan independence".
Thu Apr 06 2023
Kevin McCarthy elected US House speaker after historic deadlock
The US House of Representatives elected Congressman Kevin McCarthy as speaker early Saturday morning after a historic deadlock.
Sat Jan 07 2023
U.S. House speaker fight enters fourth day amid antebellum-era dysfunction
This week's 11 failed votes marked the highest number of ballots for the speakership since the late 1850s.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Biden plans to crack down on 'ghost guns' with action on Thursday
Biden will unveil his administration's first steps to curb gun violence, including a plan to reduce the proliferation of "ghost guns".
Thu Apr 08 2021
Republican leaders want a show of unity. Will Trump allow it?
The struggle between the pro-Trump and anti-Trump arms of the Republican Party is a lopsided one.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Trump administration makes new $916 billion offer for COVID-19 aid
Lawmakers enacted $3 trillion in COVID-19 aid earlier this year but have not been able to agree on fresh relief since April.
Wed Dec 09 2020
Trump gains traction on healthcare bill, vote set for Thursday
President Donald Trump's effort to roll back Obamacare gained momentum on Wednesday as Republican leaders scheduled a vote in the House of Representatives on Thursday.
Thu May 04 2017
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024