Jakim DG Paimuzi Yahya dies, his remains will be buried in Kuang
The remains of Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) director-general Datuk Paimuzi Yahya, 59, who died of heart and lung complications at 1 pm today, will be laid to rest at Kuang.
Thu Oct 08 2020
Veteran actor Pak Tamam dies
Veteran actor Bustamam Idris, 77, popularly known as "Pak Tamam", died at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Center (PPUKM) here yesterday.
Fri Jul 08 2016
Najib extends condolences to Yaakob Mohammad's family
The former UMNO and Barisan Nasional executive secretary died early today of lung complications. He was 67.
Mon Feb 08 2016
Former UMNO and BN secretary dies due to lung complications
Datuk Yaakob Mohammad, 67, died at 2.02 am at the Damansara KPJ Specialist Hospital here due to lung complications.
Mon Feb 08 2016
Malay filmdom legend, Datuk Mustapha Maarof dies at 79
Malaysia's filmdom legend, Datuk Mustapha Maarof died at the Tuanku Mizan Military Hospital in Wangsa Maju today at 8.30am, after suffering from chronic lung complication. He was 79.
Mon Dec 15 2014
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