Penang's entrepreneur ventures live broadcasting to sell lanterns amid pandemic
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic affecting businesses, one store in Penang has come out with new tricks to keep its business alive.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Cairo lantern-maker champions old craft against Chinese imports
In his workshop in Cairo's Imbaba neighborhood, Mohamed Gamal affixes acrylic portraits of Egyptian footballers, pop stars and presidents to the lanterns, known locally as fawanees.
Fri Jun 09 2017
Cairo lantern-maker champions old craft against Chinese imports
He hopes his modern take on the traditional wooden lanterns believed to date back to Egypt's 12th-century Fatimid dynasty will stop them from being undercut by new Chinese imports.
Wed Jun 07 2017
Special treat for visitors of 'Ah Jib Gor' Facebook page
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak will give away special lanterns to his 'Ah Jib Gor' Facebook page followers in conjunction with the Moon Cake Festival on Sept 27.
Fri Sep 04 2015
Candlelight vigil held for passengers on MH370
A candlelight vigil and prayers were held in Kuala Lumpur as the search continues for the missing MH370.
Tue Mar 11 2014
Chap Goh Mei: A festival of romance and lanterns
The Lantern Festival is a festival celebrated on the 15th day of the lunar calendar marking the last day of the Chinese Lunar New Year.
Sat Feb 15 2014
More lanterns in KL this Chinese New Year
Popular public avenues in the city will be further brightened at night, with additional decorative lighting for the Chinese New Year.
Sun Feb 03 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