Malaysia reports new mpox case of less severe variant
The case was detected in a man who began showing symptoms of fever, sore throat, and cough with a rash appearing the following day
Tue Sep 17 2024
Johor polls can proceed - Khairy
The Johor state election can still proceed as planned as the Omicron COVID-19 variant infection proves to be less severe, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said.
Mon Feb 07 2022
Omicron may be less severe in young and old, but not 'mild' - WHO
The more infectious Omicron variant of COVID-19 appears to produce less severe disease than the globally dominant Delta strain, WHO says.
Fri Jan 07 2022
With updated info, Singapore adjusts approach in managing Omicron
International evidence indicates the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is likely to be more transmissible yet less severe than the Delta variant.
Mon Dec 27 2021
More contagious, less severe: What we know about Omicron
What isn't clear is how the newest variant will change the face of the pandemic.
Fri Dec 24 2021
Omicron infections appear no less severe than Delta; COVID-19 lowers sperm count, motility
Sperm quality is impaired for months for some people after recovery from COVID-19, researchers have found.
Tue Dec 21 2021
COVID-19 vaccine a protective shield against more severe infection
Dr Noor Hisham said fully vaccinated individuals would experience less severe symptoms compared to those who have not been vaccinated.
Sun Jul 25 2021
Vaccinated healthcare workers infected with COVID-19 have less severe symptoms - Health DG
It is clear that we still can be infected after completion of the vaccination, but perhaps less in severity.
Sat Apr 17 2021
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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