US arrests 21-year-old National Guardsman for online intelligence leaks
The arrest comes a week after the leaks first became widely known, setting Washington on edge about the damage they may have caused.
Fri Apr 14 2023
Migrants injured after clashes with National Guard troops in southern Mexico
The group of mostly women and children resumed their journey after fatigue and illnesses among some members prompted a two day break.
Fri Nov 05 2021
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
New York may use National Guard to replace unvaccinated healthcare workers.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Police request 60-day extension of Guard at US Capitol
The Capitol Police have requested the National Guard continue to provide security at the U.S. Capitol for another two months.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Punctured lung, fractured ribs: Some Russian protesters allege police brutality
The 42-year-old truck driver said he was injured by police who detained him after he led a march in central Ryazan.
Wed Feb 10 2021
FBI vetting Guard troops in DC amid fears of insider attack
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.
Mon Jan 18 2021
'It was a non-event': Pro-Trump protests quiet amid massive police presence across US
Supporters to stay home, citing the increased security or the risk that the planned events were law-enforcement trap.
Mon Jan 18 2021
State capitols boarded up, fenced off, patrolled by troops
The ornate halls of government and symbols of democracy looked more like heavily guarded U.S. embassies in war-torn countries.
Sun Jan 17 2021
Tension grips Philadelphia for second night after fatal police shooting of Black man
A night after violent unrest and looting in the west Philadelphia neighborhood near where 27-year-old Walter Wallace was gunned down.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Helicopters rescue over 200 trapped in California wildfire
The evacuees climbed aboard military helicopters after the blaze, in bone-dry conditions, cut off ground escape routes.
Mon Sep 07 2020
Fires burn near White House in violent U.S. protests
National Guard troops were deployed in 15 states and Washington, D.C. in an attempt to quell a sixth night of violence
Mon Jun 01 2020
Senior Saudi prince freed in $1 bln settlement agreement - official
Senior Saudi Prince Miteb bin Abdullah, once seen as a leading contender to the throne, was freed after reaching an "acceptable settlement agreement" with authorities paying more than $1 billion.
Wed Nov 29 2017
Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed detained in corruption inquiry
Saudi authorities detained one of the kingdoms most prominent businessmen and the head of the National Guard.
Sun Nov 05 2017
Protesters fill St. Louis streets after ex-cop acquitted of murdering black man
Hundreds of protesters poured into St. Louis streets on Friday, after a Missouri judge acquitted a former white police officer of murder in the 2011 fatal shooting of a black man.
Sat Sep 16 2017
Baltimore lifts curfew, National Guard begins pullout
Baltimore lifted a curfew Sunday that was imposed across the US East Coast city following widespread riots over the death of Freddie Gray.
Mon May 04 2015
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
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
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