Festival of lights to illuminate unity among Malaysians
Deepavali, meaning "Festival of Lights" in Sanskrit, is when Hindus light clay lamps called "diyas" to illuminate their homes.
Thu Oct 31 2024
Baby meets fiery end after parents' car crashes into lamppost
The baby girl was burnt to death, while both the father and mother sustained minor injuries after their car crashed and caught fire.
Mon Nov 27 2023
Tunisia intercepts 2,500 migrants, arrests dozens of smugglers in 4 days
The Tunisian coastguard said it had intercepted more than 2,500 migrants and arrested dozens of human smugglers following a major crackdown.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Italy's Lampedusa island hit with record migrant arrivals
According to interior ministry data, about 118,500 boat migrants have arrived in Italy since the start of the year.
Thu Sep 14 2023
Girl believed to be playing with firecrackers suffers 46 pct burns
It is believed to have been caused by fire from a kerosene lamp hung in front of the house to ignite the firecrackers.
Thu Apr 13 2023
Soccer: Struggling Everton sack manager Lampard, club says
Lampard has been sacked as manager of Premier League club Everton after a poor run of form that has left the team in a relegation battle.
Tue Jan 24 2023
Soccer - Chelsea reach verbal agreement with Potter to take over as manager - Sky Sports
It was reported that Potter is expected to become the new Chelsea manager before their Premier League trip to Fulham on Saturday.
Thu Sep 08 2022
'Geng Sumbu' builds raya arch with 3,000 oil lamps
With Hari Raya Aidilfitri just around the corner, a group of youths in Kampung Baru Sri Gading got together to build an arch at the village entrance using 3,000 oil lamps.
Fri Apr 29 2022
Reliving nostalgia with 1,500 oil lamps shaped like Ubudiah Mosque
A total of 1,500 oil lamps shaped like the Ubudiah Mosque in Simpang Penaga here adorned the royal town of Kuala Kangsar to usher in Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
Fri Apr 29 2022
Man inspired by childhood memories to create oil lamps using bamboo sticks
Childhood nostalgia during Ramadan has inspired a lorry driver to create oil lamps using bamboo sticks to replace more modern decorative lights to adorn his house and enliven the nights.
Fri Apr 08 2022
Two die, three others hurt in Tanjung Malim crash
The accident was believed to have occurred when the car skidded and crashed into a lamp post in the middle of the road.
Fri Mar 18 2022
Man burnt to death in car crash in Seremban
The victim was believed to have lost control of the car, causing the vehicle to skid and hit a road divider before ramming a lamp post.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Seven migrants drown as boat capsizes off Italy's Lampedusa - ANSA
46 people were rescued and were being brought to the Mediterranean island.
Wed Jun 30 2021
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Dr Adham says will bring contract doctors' woes to Cabinet, Ferry sinks near Bali leaving 7 dead and 11 missing
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Wed Jun 30 2021
After last year's hiatus, large-scale panjut reignited in Kampung Ribu
The activity of lighting up panjut (oil lamps placed on structures made of bamboo or wood) on a large scale, to celebrate the upcoming Aidilfitri is held again in Kampung Ribu here.
Sun May 09 2021
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024