Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican Senate Leader in November
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving leader in the Senate history, announced Wednesday that he will step down from the position at the end of the year.
Thu Feb 29 2024
Biden forgives millions of student loans; critics fear inflation
Biden pledged no high-income households would benefit, addressing a central criticism of the plan.
Thu Aug 25 2022
Comedian Jon Stewart erupts after Republicans vote against military burn pits bill
US Senate Republicans blocked a bill to provide healthcare for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving abroad.
Fri Jul 29 2022
Biden says Afghanistan exit marks the end of US nation-building
Biden portrayed the chaotic exit as a logistical success that would have been just as messy even if it had been launched weeks earlier.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Democrats push Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 bill through Senate on party-line vote
Bidan said he hopes for quick passage by the House of Representatives so he can sign the bill into law soon.
Sat Mar 06 2021
Republican leaders want a show of unity. Will Trump allow it?
The struggle between the pro-Trump and anti-Trump arms of the Republican Party is a lopsided one.
Thu Feb 25 2021
In chilling video, Democrats focus Trump trial on mob's threat to his fellow Republicans
The footage, which also included body-camera views of brutal attacks on Capitol police, showed Pence and lawmakers being hustled to safety.
Thu Feb 11 2021
In Senate deal, Trump impeachment trial put off until early February
House impeachment managers will file their pre-trial brief and Trump's defence team will file an answer to the impeachment charge on Feb. 2.
Sat Jan 23 2021
Biden to be sworn in as 46th US president, ending Trump era
78-year-old Biden will take the oath of office at noon (1700 GMT) on the US Capitol's West front.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Biden leads COVID memorial on eve of inauguration
Biden led a powerful tribute to the 400,000 Americans lost to COVID -19 as he arrived in Washington on the eve of his inauguration.
Wed Jan 20 2021
U.S. House impeaches Trump for a second time; 10 Republicans vote yes
Donald Trump became the first president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Explainer - The meeting of the US Congress that will seal Biden's win
Here's what to expect from the joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Wed Jan 06 2021
US Congress reaches deal on COVID-19 aid package, plans votes for Monday
The package would be the second-largest economic stimulus in US history, following a $2.3 trillion aid bill passed in March.
Mon Dec 21 2020
Trump signs bill averting government shutdown; fight on coronavirus aid drags on
Without this legislation, an array of government programs faced partial shutdown.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Trump administration makes new $916 billion offer for COVID-19 aid
Lawmakers enacted $3 trillion in COVID-19 aid earlier this year but have not been able to agree on fresh relief since April.
Wed Dec 09 2020
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024