Kyrgyzstan moves to rid national flag of likeness to 'fickle' sunflower
The sunflower has a peculiar meaning in the Kyrgyz culture equivalent to that of a weathercock in some European languages.
Fri Dec 01 2023
China cremates 'people's' premier, lowers national flag amidst outpouring of grief
China lowered the national flag on Thursday as the country cremated Li Keqiang, known as "the people's premier".
Thu Nov 02 2023
RM25 bln projects to be unveiled under Energy Transition Roadmap - Rafizi
Rafizi Ramli said the first 10 national flagship energy transition projects will be unveiled on July 27.
Tue Jul 11 2023
Indonesia's new laws a threat to privacy, press and human rights, says UN
The criminal code includes laws that make it an offence to insult the president, the national flag and state institutions.
Fri Dec 09 2022
Police seek man who was caught on video cutting national flags
The video which went viral on TikTok, shows a man cutting several Jalur Gemilang believed to be in front of the Malaysian Tourism Centre.
Thu Aug 18 2022
SEA Games: Nur Dhabitah to be national flag bearer in Hanoi
National diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri has been selected to be the bearer of the Jalur Gemilang at the opening ceremony of the 31st SEA Games in Hanoi, scheduled on May 12.
Sat Apr 23 2022
"We fear no one:" Ukrainians raise flags to defy Russia invasion fear
Ukrainians raised national flags and played the country's anthem on Wednesday to show unity against fears of a Russian invasion.
Wed Feb 16 2022
'Our champion': Deported Djokovic welcomed home after Australian fiasco
Most Australians had wanted him gone, but Serbian fans cheered and waved national flags as Djokovic touched down at Belgrade airport.
Tue Jan 18 2022
Sarawakians share their success with Malaysian Family
Many Malaysians have made the country proud by flying the national flag high on the international stage in various fields.
Tue Sep 14 2021
KL Tower to light up in Tajikistan's national flag colours to mark Independence Day on Thursday
The display will start from 8 pm to 9 pm, the Tajikistan Embassy in Malaysia said in a statement.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Ex-Philippines President Benigno Aquino dies of renal failure at 61
Duterte declared June 24 to July 3 as period of national mourning, with the national flag to be flown at half-mast on all govt buildings.
Fri Jun 25 2021
Malaysia Airlines plane to bring in COVID-19 vaccine
A Malaysia Airlines Airbus A330-300 plane emblazoned with the livery of the national flag has been tasked to fly in the COVID-19 Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for Malaysians on Sunday (Feb 21).
Thu Feb 18 2021
Menara KL to light up in blue and yellow to celebrate Ukraine's Independence Day
The Kuala Lumpur Tower (Menara KL) will be lit up in blue and yellow, the colours of Ukraine's national flag, on Monday in celebration of Ukraine's 29th Independence Day.
Mon Aug 24 2020
Stern action waits those who fly Jalur Gemilang upside down - Shabudin
There were still cases where the national flag was installed upside down or damaged and this was more than just bad and immoral behaviour.
Sun Aug 23 2020
Learn to respect, care about Jalur Gemilang, Halimah tells Malaysians
National Unity Minister Datuk Halimah Mohamed Sadique has urged Malaysians to learn to respect and appreciate the value of Jalur Gemilang as the national flag of the country.
Sun Aug 16 2020
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