Govt mulls setting up special body to protect welfare of singers - Zahidi
The government is mulling to set up a new body to oversee the local music industry as well as to protect the welfare of Malaysian singers.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Perodua introduces new Myvi 2020 with advanced safety assist 2.0 feature
The Perodua Myvi has received a significant safety boost and a striking new body colour for 2020 and is now available for booking at all Perodua showrooms nationwide.
Wed Jul 15 2020
Activists reject Myanmar's new Rakhine body as Annan visits
A new body set up by Myanmar's government to investigate allegations of rights abuses against Rohingya in Rakhine lacks credibility, as former UN chief Kofi Annan began a visit to the troubled state.
Fri Dec 02 2016
Two things that could keep the new Barbie from being the success it should be
Although Barbie's transformation is long overdue, there still might be some challenges to us and our children in accepting it.
Fri Feb 12 2016
Barbies through the years
Mattel, the maker of the famous plastic doll, said it will start selling Barbies in three new body types: tall, curvy and petite. Shell al
Fri Jan 29 2016
Barbie gets curvy in real-world body makeover
Barbie, the world's most famous doll, has a new body. In fact, she has three new bodies - petite, tall and curvy.
Fri Jan 29 2016
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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