Sri Lanka scraps proposal to export monkeys to China
Sri Lanka has scrapped plans to capture and export 100,000 wild toque macaques to zoos in China.
Wed Jun 28 2023
Fruit galore: Thai monkey festival returns as tourists come back
Hundreds of macaques were seen climbing on people and stacks of fruit, munching away on bananas and pineapples.
Sun Nov 28 2021
How primates are aiding the fight against COVID-19 in Louisiana
Many of the primates are destined for use in scientific research, including in experiments for COVID-19.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Thai authorities rescue wild macaques smuggled in pickup truck
The monkeys could be seen struggling and gasping for air when authorities found them.
Sun May 30 2021
From macaques to crabs, wildlife faces threat from face masks
Campaigners have urged people to bin used masks properly and snip the straps to reduce the risk of animals becoming ensnared.
Wed Jan 13 2021
Chinese Monkey School
Macaques in frilly dresses turn backflips and answer maths questions for crowds of screaming children at a Chinese monkey school.
Sun Feb 07 2016
Monkeys go to school in China
Macaques in frilly dresses turn backflips and answer maths questions for crowds of screaming children at a Chinese monkey school.
Sun Feb 07 2016
No monkey business: Jamil and his two macaques
Jamil, a 45-year single Malaysian man, has unusual pets - two macaque monkeys.
Wed Jul 29 2015
Ministry: Culling of monkeys 'not new', probe ordered
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment [NRE] has launched an investigation on regards to allegations that large number of monkeys have been culled inhumanely by enforcement authorities.
Thu Mar 28 2013
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024