2024 Nobel prizes announced this week
The Nobel prizes are presented to the laureates on Dec. 10, the anniversary of Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel's death.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Early results in South Africa's election show ANC losing majority
Based on the early results, the ANC is projected to have roughly 42 pct of the vote when the count is over.
Thu May 30 2024
South Africans vote in most competitive election since end of apartheid
More than 27 million South Africans are registered to vote at more than 23,000 polling stations.
Wed May 29 2024
FACTBOX - Columbia building barricaded by students has long history of occupation
The current demonstration on the Ivy League campus in Manhattan echoes those past protests, almost all of which took place in April as well.
Wed May 01 2024
Trump: it would be 'great honor' to go to jail for violating gag order
I will gladly become a Modern Day Nelson Mandela, said Donald Trump.
Mon Apr 08 2024
YEARENDER - Where is democracy headed in 2024? Trump may have the final word
For those who worry authoritarian rulers are firmly in the ascendant over more liberal democrats, there is likely much to fret about 2024.
Sat Dec 30 2023
Malala Yousafzai likens Taliban's treatment of women to apartheid in Mandela lecture
Malala Yousafzai said the Taliban's actions should be considered "gender apartheid" and that it had "in effect ... made girlhood illegal".
Wed Dec 06 2023
From Eastwood to Kissinger: Seniors blazing a trail for Biden
Here's a look other people who remained top of their game into their twilight years.
Wed Apr 26 2023
Nelson Mandela's famous shirts, belongings up for auction
The family is selling the anti-apartheid leader's personal belongings to help pay for a memorial garden being built in his honor.
Sat Oct 16 2021
Mandela's tailor on mission to boost African fashion
Pathe'O aims to change people's attitude towards the tailoring profession across Africa and create opportunities for the next generation.
Sun Jun 06 2021
Explainer - The new coronavirus variant in South Africa: Are concerns justified?
South Africa has identified a new variant of the novel coronavirus, which authorities believe is driving a surge in COVID-19 infections that could overwhelm its healthcare system.
Fri Dec 25 2020
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal is new Bersatu youth chief
Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has been elected the new Bersatu Armada (Youth) chief for the term 2019 to 2022.
Sun Aug 16 2020
TV Anchor James Chau: On Getting Mandela, Moon or Mugabe to Tell Their Story
Journalist and presenter James Chau has more to offer than just being another face on TV. The UN Goodwill Ambassador imparts his knowledge in journalism and activism.
Wed Jun 27 2018
Ceritalah ASEAN - Zuma's shadow looms over Southeast Asia
At the time, the "Rainbow Nation", under the leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) chief and global icon Nelson Mandela was emerging from decades of apartheid.
Mon Jan 15 2018
Abducted South African prince of Mandela's clan found unharmed
A prince of the AbaThembu clan of South Africa's late anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela was found on Saturday unharmed after being abducted by four gunmen.
Sat May 20 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