G7 ambassadors to miss Nagasaki atomic bomb memorial over Israel's exclusion
Nagasaki's mayor said he would stick to a decision to exclude Israel's ambassador from Friday's event to mark the city's atomic bombing.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Mutang Tagal laid to rest at Fairy Park Miri Memorial
Dewan Negara president Senator Datuk Mutang Tagal's funeral was attended by almost 1,000 people, comprising family, friends and public.
Mon May 13 2024
South Koreans still seek answers 10 years after Sewol ferry disaster
Memorials were held throughout the country including at the port of Mokpo in the south where the wreckage of the Sewol is on display.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Blasts kill nearly 100 at slain commander Soleimani's memorial; Iran vows revenge
An official said "two explosive devices planted along the road leading to Kerman's Martyrs' Cemetery were detonated remotely by terrorists".
Thu Jan 04 2024
Inquiry into New Zealand's deadliest shooting opens with memorial to victims
Brenton Tarrant, 32, killed 51 people and injured dozens when he opened fire in two Christchurch mosques on March 15, 2019, in Christchurch.
Tue Oct 24 2023
Sixty years after King's 'dream' speech, thousands gather in Washington
This year's rally took place at the Lincoln Memorial, the backdrop to Martin Luther King Jr's impassioned call for equality.
Mon Aug 28 2023
Japan opening of 'Barbie' marred by controversy ahead of nuclear memorials
No Japan release date has been announced for "Oppenheimer", which chronicles the creation of the atomic bomb.
Thu Aug 03 2023
At San Francisco expo, AI 'sorry' for destroying humanity
The beating heart of the tech revolution, has imagined a memorial to the demise of humanity.
Wed Mar 15 2023
Lisa Marie Presley mourned in memorial service at Graceland
Hundreds of mourners gathered at Graceland to pay their respects to Lisa Marie Presley in a memorial service at the mansion in Memphis.
Mon Jan 23 2023
Thai princess Bajrakitiyabha remains unconscious
Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati remained unconscious in hospital after she collapsed due to a heart condition last month.
Sun Jan 08 2023
Australia mourns Queen Elizabeth from home of 'world's oldest continuous culture'
With the day declared a national holiday, a memorial ceremony attended by 600 dignitaries was held at Parliament House for Queen Elizabeth.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Malaysia Day 2022 celebrations were awesome! - Annuar
The national level Malaysia Day 2022 celebrations at the Independence Proclamation Memorial Square, Banda Hilir here was an awesome success, Tan Sri Annuar Musa said.
Sat Sep 17 2022
Banda Hilir taking on a different look in celebrating Malaysia Day
The Independence Declaration Memorial Square in Banda Hilir will be the main location for the Malaysia Day celebration 2022 this Friday.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Preparations for Malaysia Day celebrations in full swing
The celebration of Malaysia Day this time will also feature a fashion theme from the 50s and 60s era chosen for the celebration.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Malaysia Day: Malaysian Family encouraged to dress in traditional costume, embrace diversity
Those attending the 2022 Malaysia Day celebration are encouraged to dress in their traditional costume or the fashion of the 50s and 60s.
Tue Sep 13 2022
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
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