Israel's Netanyahu wins defamation suit against ex-PM
Israeli Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu won a defamation suit on Monday against a predecessor who had alleged that he, his wife and his son were mentally ill.
Mon Nov 21 2022
Weapon wielding mentally ill man causes ruckus on house roof
Police detained a mentally unstable man who caused a commotion while carrying a machete and a knife on the roof of his rented home.
Tue Oct 18 2022
Senior citizen injured after being stabbed by mentally-ill son
A government retiree suffered injuries on several parts of his body after being stabbed by his mentally-ill son.
Wed Aug 25 2021
Five-year-old girl stabbed in Johor, stepfather arrested
A five-year-old girl was stabbed in the stomach by her mentally ill stepfather at home in Kangkar Pulai, Iskandar Puteri five days ago.
Thu May 20 2021
Mentally ill man held for torching own house
Police detained a man believed to be mentally ill after he set fire to his own house in Kampung Parit Haji Tahir, Jalan Bahru, Kuala Kurau, near here last night.
Thu May 11 2017
Attempt by 'mentally ill' man to self-immolate next to Kaaba foiled
A video clip circulating on social media showed a man being hustled away from the Kaaba by pilgrims and security guards.
Tue Feb 07 2017
Bodyguard who shot his boss believed mentally-ill - IGP
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar said, initial investigations revealed that the 35-year-old bodyguard had once served with the Territorial Army before and had no criminal record.
Fri Dec 02 2016
LA hospital pays US$450,000 after 'dumping' homeless patient
Gardens Regional Hospital and Medical Center will pay the price for "dumping" a mentally ill homeless lady in the street, wearing only simple paper pyjamas.
Wed Oct 26 2016
Thai court jails mentally ill woman for insulting monarchy
A Thai court on Tuesday jailed a mentally ill 65-year-old woman for one year for allegedly defaming the monarchy by insulting a portrait of the nation's revered king.
Tue May 12 2015
Police arrest mentally ill man for slashing brother-in-law with parang
Police have arrested a 35 year-old man for slashing his brother-in-law with a parang in a house in Permatang Pauh.
Sun Oct 19 2014
Woman killed by mentally-ill daughter
The 74-year-old victim suffered multiple slash wounds on her face in the incident at Jalan Sentul.
Sat Jul 26 2014
Mentally ill woman confined for her own safety - Family
The 44-year-old woman's family said they had locked her up for her own safety, not wanting her to mingle with the public.
Sat Jun 28 2014
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