Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of risks from mudslides and floods after record-breaking rainfall over last two days in some cities.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Floods, mudslides kill two people in northwestern China city
Two houses in a village have been washed away, and infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and power supply facilities has been damaged.
Sat Aug 12 2023
Ecuador landslide kills at least 7 in the Andes, 23 hurt
One stadium was completely buried after the mudslide, while another venue used for sports and music events collapsed.
Tue Mar 28 2023
China coal mine death toll at six, 47 missing as rescue resumes
Three hundred rescue workers were using heavy machinery and rescue dogs in their search for the miners.
Fri Feb 24 2023
Four dead, 49 missing in China mine collapse
A mudslide has disrupted rescue operations at a coal mine collapse in China's Inner Mongolia region that killed at least four people.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Southern China hit by severe rains, floods as 'dragon boat water' peaks
Vast tracts of southern China were pounded by severe storms, triggering flooding in cities and mudslides in rural areas.
Mon Jun 20 2022
Victims of deadly rain buried in Rio de Janeiro as death toll climbs to 140
Attempts to find survivors and removal of victims bodies continued on the fifth day of the disaster but were interrupted by the rain again.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Brazil's Bolsonaro says Petropolis mudslide destruction looks like war zone
Floods and landslides leave at least 130 dead, 218 missing in Brazil.
Sat Feb 19 2022
Mudslides and floods kill at least 117 in Brazil's Petropolis
More than 700 people had to leave their homes and take shelter in local schools and other makeshift accommodation.
Fri Feb 18 2022
Death toll rises to at least 20 in western Venezuela floods
More than 1,200 houses had been destroyed and 17 people remained missing as rescue workers search the wreckage, the state governor said.
Thu Aug 26 2021
Yan floods: RM1 mln allocated to restore water supply - Exco
A total of RM1 million has been allocated for the restoration of water supply to communities around Yan district that have been affected by the floods caused by mudslides from Gunung Jerai on Aug 18.
Tue Aug 24 2021
Hurricane Grace unleashes severe flooding in Mexico, killing eight
Hurricane Grace pummeled Mexico with torrential rain, causing severe flooding and mudslides becoming one of the most powerful storms.
Sun Aug 22 2021
19 missing after mudslide sweeps away homes in Japan
A powerful mudslide carrying a deluge of black water and debris crashed into rows of houses in a town west of Tokyo.
Sat Jul 03 2021
Hurricane Enrique to weaken on Monday, Mexico at risk of flash floods
NHC says this would likely produce life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides over portions of southwestern Mexico.
Mon Jun 28 2021
Continuous rain causes floods in several districts in Sarawak
Rain had triggered a mudslide along Jalan Padawan between Kampung Peraya and Kampung Patos.
Wed Jan 13 2021
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
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