Anime luminary Maruyama warns Japan's top spot at risk
Masao Maruyama, a protege of manga great Osamu Tezuka, said he fears Japan is losing its edge.
Sat May 06 2023
ChatGPT turns to manga in 'One Piece' author experiment
In seconds, ChatGPT spun a story in which heroes meet new friends and battle it out with new enemies, including "Shadow King".
Sun Mar 05 2023
Beloved Japanese manga 'One Piece' heads into final chapter
After 25 years and 490 million copies sold worldwide, "One Piece" is entering its final chapter, according to its creator Eiichiro Oda.
Wed Jun 08 2022
Indian farmer invents tree-climbing 'scooter'
The homemade contraption consists of a small motor, all expertly combined to help the farmer in southern India swiftly climb tall trees.
Tue Mar 08 2022
This flying motorcycle looks like it's straight out of a manga but it really flies!
This new model is betting on a bold vision of clean mobility, allowing users to move freely and quickly in the air in a unique way.
Sun Oct 31 2021
Imaginary deaths, real grief: Thai artist honours fallen anime heroes
Eschewing anime's cartoon style, Jinnipha Nivasabut instead painted the fallen heroes with the realism of stately oil portraits.
Sun Jul 11 2021
M'sian survives the gallows in S'pore
A Malaysian bus driver, Mangalagiri Dhruva Kumar, escaped the noose today after he was acquitted by the Singapore High Court.
Thu May 20 2021
What in the world are webtoons?
So what's behind this enthusiasm for these online comics, which originated in South Korea, and are read by scrolling on a smartphone?
Wed Mar 24 2021
South Korean tech firms shake up Japan's storied manga industry
The strip originated in Korea, where the rise of the internet saw paper sales collapse, replaced by smartphone-optimised comics.
Mon Mar 01 2021
Abro Fernandes to compete like 'Komodo dragon' in KL
Abro 'The Black Komodo' Fernandes is ready to dump aside the memory of his last outing and create a new career highlight in Malaysia on Friday, 12 July.
Sat Jun 29 2019
Probe papers on boat capsize tragedy in Sabah completed
The investigation papers on the catamaran capsize tragedy in Sabah waters on Jan 28 have been completed, said Sabah police commissioner, Datuk Ramli Din.
Wed Feb 08 2017
Catamaran with 31 people on board, including 28 Chinese tourists missing
A catamaran with 31 people on board including 28 tourists from China is believed to have gone missing while en route from the Tanjung Aru jetty here to Pulau Mangalum yesterday.
Sun Jan 29 2017
The man behind Deathstroke's mask: Who is 'The Batman' actor Joe Manganiello?
Almost unrecognisable since his 2002 appearance in "Spider-Man," Joe Manganiello is set to appear in the next standalone Batman film as supervillain Deathstroke.
Sat Sep 10 2016
Toyota reveals "Initial D" concept car
For Toyota's latest conceptual take on its GT86 sportscar, the company has looked to cult 1990s manga comic book and cartoon series "Initial D."
Fri Jul 01 2016
High Court throws out dyslexic student's suit over UPSR leaks
Ananda Krishnan Menon, 13, was instead told to pay RM3,000 to the Malaysian Examination Board and the Government as costs.
Thu Apr 02 2015
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