Anti-Rwanda protests break out in east Congo as Kinshasa recalls envoy
Thousands joined anti-Rwanda protests in the east Congolese city of Goma, denouncing Rwanda's alleged support of M23 rebels.
Tue Nov 01 2022
Japan to allow limited tour groups from May as step to full re-opening
Japan said the "test tourism" in the form of limited package tours is a way of gathering information prior to a full re-opening.
Tue May 17 2022
Ukraine war steals the show at Venice Art Biennale
Makov fled Russia's invasion with almost nothing but is proud to represent Ukraine at this year's Venice Biennale.
Sat Apr 23 2022
From Kyiv to the Venice Biennale: Ukrainian artwork saved from war
On the day Russia invaded Ukraine, Maria Lanko loaded her car with several works of art and headed west.
Sat Apr 09 2022
Japan's crown prince criticises media coverage of daughter's engagement
Mako relinquished her royal status when the two married by submitting paperwork at a local office and left to live in New York this month.
Tue Nov 30 2021
Japan's ex-princess Mako, new husband depart for life in US
Mako gave up her royal title to marry college sweetheart Kei Komuro last month.
Sun Nov 14 2021
Overcoming scandal and PTSD, Japan's Princess Mako finally marries college sweetheart
Mako and Kei will live in NY, though the princess will remain on her own in Tokyo for some time after the wedding to prepare for the move.
Tue Oct 26 2021
TIMELINE - Japan Princess Mako's long road to marriage nears its end
Princess Mako will be married next week after years of criticism over her fiance that led to their marriage being postponed.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Japan princess overcomes money scandal, PTSD to marry college sweetheart
Their marriage next week will mainly consist of filing paperwork, then holding a news conference.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Overcoming criticism, Japanese princess set to marry on October 26
The 29-year-old niece of Emperor Naruhito became engaged to Kei Komuro, 29, in 2017.
Fri Oct 01 2021
Japan expected to announce wedding of Princess Mako as soon as Friday - Media
The marriage will be registered at a local govt office, with records of the imperial family adjusted to reflect the Princess has left it.
Thu Sep 30 2021
Japanese princess to wed outside royal family this year
A niece of Japan's emperor will go ahead with her decision to marry her boyfriend and give up her royal status.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Indonesia sentences 6 inmates to death over deadly prison riot
Indonesia has struggled to counter militancy in prisons as some extremists command influence in jails.
Thu Apr 22 2021
Japan princess to wed commoner, forcing her to quit royal family
Princess Mako, the eldest granddaughter of Japanese Emperor Akihito, will wed a former classmate, the Imperial Household said, confirming a marriage that will further deplete the royal family.
Sun Sep 03 2017
Japan princess to wed, sparking debate on shrinking royal family
Japanese Princess Mako, the eldest granddaughter of Emperor Akihito, will wed a former college classmate, Japanese media reported.
Wed May 17 2017
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