Islamic State claims responsibility for rare attack at Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Oman
The Oman police said 28 people of various nationalities were wounded, including security personnel.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Malaysia monitors aftermath of Muscat mosque shooting
A shooting incident took place in the vicinity of a mosque in the Al-Wadi Al-Kabir area of Muscat, Oman earlier today.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Women's Hockey Asia Cup: Malaysia blown away by India in opener
In the action at the Sultan Qaboos Complex, India scored eight field goals and one from a penalty corner.
Sat Jan 22 2022
Cyclone Shaheen approaches Oman, flights delayed
Authorities delay flights to and from the capital, Muscat, and urge residents to evacuate coastal areas.
Sun Oct 03 2021
113 Malaysians return home from Oman -- Wisma Putra
A total of 113 Malaysians from Oman arrived safely at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) via a special Malindo Air charter flight at 12.55 am last night (early July 16).
Thu Jul 16 2020
Malta hijack ends peacefully as Gaddafi loyalists surrender
Television pictures showed two men being led from the aircraft in handcuffs.
Fri Dec 23 2016
Patricia Scotland first female Commonwealth sec-gen
Baroness Patricia Scotland is the first woman in the Commonwealth's 66-year history to hold the elected position of Secretary General of the Commonwealth.
Sat Nov 28 2015
Israel-Palestine conflict hurting Middle East markets
Stock markets from Dubai to Muscat retreated Sunday as military escalation between Israel and Palestine spoiled investors' sentiment.
Mon Nov 19 2012
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