Tears and laughter on Gaza beach as children get break from war
Some of the displaced people have seized the opportunity of the four-day truce, to check on their homes.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Why is the chair emoji causing a sensation on social media?
The goal is simple: replace the laughter emoji with the chair emoji to indicate when something is funny.
Wed Sep 22 2021
'Friends' reunite with tears, laughter, memories and guest stars
Re-runs gave the comedy a new life and a new generation of fans, and streaming platforms extended it.
Thu May 27 2021
FB account of failed culinary attempts during MCO gets 1.5m followers in 10 days
Norlaila Dollah-Ahmed, 46, who started the account, said the page was set up to share her attempts at cooking which failed as well as those of other Facebook users.
Fri Apr 24 2020
When the crown gets you down, how about gallows humour to get rid of COVID frown?
Laughter they say; is the best medicine. So if joke you must, pun all you want even if corona is your virus choice to make fun.
Sun Feb 16 2020
Putin bursts into laughter after his minister suggests exporting pork to Indonesia
Russian President Vladimir Putin couldn't help it but burst into laughter during a cabinet meeting after one of his ministers suggested exporting pork to Indonesia.
Mon Oct 16 2017
Most Malaysian ED patients wait for an average of four years before consulting doctor
"When the wife has packed her bags or has found another man, only then the husband will consult a doctor," said Urologist Professor Datuk Dr Zulkifli Md Zainuddin much to the laughter of the audience
Fri Sep 08 2017
Huawei takes jab at Samsung with 'no explosion' phone
Huawei consumer electronics chief Richard Yu jokingly promised "no explosions!" when charging the Mate 9 - to a burst of laughter from the crowd gathered at a hotel in the German city.
Fri Nov 04 2016
Naked Donald Trump leaves New York in giggles
A naked statue of Donald Trump, complete with bulging belly and elaborate yellow hair, caused laughter and merriment in New York Thursday until it was demolished by park wardens.
Fri Aug 19 2016
Turkey theologian talks oral sex, TV host has laughing fit
A star Turkish television host's interview with a theologian went viral on social media after the presenter collapsed into laughter when the religion expert soberly talked about 'oral sex'.
Sun Jul 12 2015
Tendency to laugh could run in the family: study
An affinity for laughter could be in the genes, according to a new study in which researchers observed individuals who laugh quicker and more often than others.
Wed Jun 03 2015
News that turned heads in 2014
Malaysians have had their fair share of laughter and tears this year. Here are some of the head-turning events that transpired in 2014.
Wed Dec 31 2014
Don't laugh loudly, Turkish deputy PM tells women
Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc, one of the co-founders of the ruling Islamic-rooted Justice and Development Party (AKP), made the comment while lamenting the moral decline of modern society.
Wed Jul 30 2014
Gallery Aidilfitri Bisnes Awani
It was all smiles and laughter for the 20 children with cerebral palsy who attended Astro AWANIs "GALERI AIDILFITRI BISNES AWANI"
Sun Jul 27 2014
Astro AWANI's Business Desk celebrates children with cerebral palsy
It was all smiles and laughter for the 20 children with cerebral palsy who attended Astro AWANIs "GALERI AIDILFITRI BISNES AWANI" iftar session on Sunday.
Wed Jul 23 2014
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
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