Thousands march on Peru's capital as unrest spreads, building set ablaze
Protesters are demanding the resignation of Boluarte, snap elections and a new constitution.
Fri Jan 20 2023
Explainer: What's behind Thailand's protests?
Protesters say they do not seek to end the monarchy, only reform it.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Thai police and protesters scuffle on eve of big demonstration
Trouble broke out when hundreds of protesters gathered near the Democracy Monument, a focal point of three months of demonstrations to demand a new constitution.
Tue Oct 13 2020
Wave of attacks across southern Thailand after new constitution signed
Police reported no casualties in the region, site of a recent upsurge in a decades-old Muslim separatist insurgency that had voted the most strongly against the new constitution.
Fri Apr 07 2017
Thai king signs constitution, paving way for election
Thailand's king signed a new constitution in a ceremony on Thursday, an essential step towards holding an election that the military government has promised to restore democracy after a 2014 coup.
Thu Apr 06 2017
Thai king to sign new constitution this week
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn will sign a new constitution on Thursday, the palace said, an essential step towards holding a general election the military government has promised to restore.
Mon Apr 03 2017
Thai junta poll win sends country 'backwards' - Yingluck
The draft was heavily criticised in the poll run-up for clauses that embed military power and straitjacket the role of elected officials.
Mon Aug 08 2016
Victory for generals as Thais vote for junta charter
The military says its new constitution will curb endemic political corruption, bring stability after years of unrest and pave the way for a general election next year.
Sun Aug 07 2016
Thai's junta Prayut vows 2017 elections even if charter rejected
The former army chief says a new constitution is the only way to dilute the power of elected politicians and curtail corruption from civilian administrations.
Tue Jan 26 2016
Bomb explodes as Egyptians head to polls
A bomb exploded near a Cairo courtroom on Tuesday as Egyptians were to head to the polls to vote on a new constitution.
Tue Jan 14 2014
Sabah decision to join Malaysia 50 Years ago bold, correct - Najib
The decision which led to the formation of a new constitution at federal and state level had brought progress currently enjoyed by Sabahans.
Tue Sep 17 2013
Counting under way in Egyptian referendum
Counting was under way early Sunday after a first-round referendum on a divisive new constitution pushed through by President Mohamed Morsi.
Sun Dec 16 2012
Divided Egypt votes on new constitution
Egyptians vote Saturday on a new constitution supported by the ruling Islamists but bitterly contested by a secular-leaning opposition.
Sat Dec 15 2012
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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