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
U.S. coronavirus aid prospects uncertain after Trump blasts Democrats
Trump has called for more stimulus as he trails in national opinion polls ahead of next month's election.
Thu Oct 22 2020
Trump calls Democratic demands 'ridiculous' as blame traded over virus aid stalemate
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, disputed a statement from the two top Democrats in Congress that Republicans had sought more talks, refused to any movement on their initial $1 trillion offer.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Associations want to meet prime minister on new shift system by MOH
The objection was over the lack of staff and infrastructure which would require more detailed assessment and research to enable the new system to be implemented smoothly.
Wed Jun 17 2020
Trump administration seeks $250 billion more in aid for small U.S. businesses - Mnuchin
If approved by Congress, the aid would add to the $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses enacted on March 27 as part of a $2.3 trillion economic stimulus.
Tue Apr 07 2020
Trump tax cut to be biggest of all time, Treasury chief says
The White House's proposal to overhaul the tax code would lead to the biggest tax cut in American history, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.
Wed Apr 26 2017
Trump picks loyalists for economic posts, Obamacare critic for cabinet
Trump, a Republican, is expected to name Steven Mnuchin, a former Goldman Sachs partner and Hollywood financier, as his nominee for Treasury secretary, a source said.
Wed Nov 30 2016
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