S. Korea's new COVID-19 cases above 20,000 for second day
South Korea's new coronavirus cases stayed over 20,000 for a second day Wednesday.
Wed May 17 2023
Not 'lying flat': China to persist with tough COVID policies
China will persist with its COVID-19 policies to guard against new coronavirus strains and the risks they bring.
Wed Oct 12 2022
India records 17,336 new coronavirus cases, a four-month high
The number of daily deaths from COVID-19 went up by 13, the ministry said, taking total mortalities to 524,954.
Fri Jun 24 2022
Rapid rise in Mumbai pushes India's COVID numbers to month high
India's health ministry reported 3,712 new coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the highest in nearly a month.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Tokyo hits record 10,000 COVID cases, Japan over 50,000 for first time
The capital had 11,227 new coronavirus cases, the local government said a day after it reinstated curbs on mobility and business activity.
Sat Jan 22 2022
India reports 347,254 new coronavirus cases, 703 deaths in last 24 hours
This is the second consecutive day when over 300,000 daily cases were registered in more than eight months.
Fri Jan 21 2022
Chinese city locks down 13 million residents to fight COVID-19 outbreak
The new restrictions were imposed after Xi'an reported 52 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday.
Thu Dec 23 2021
Travellers jump hoops to leave S.Africa as COVID variant hits
Travellers were left stranded after a slew of countries banned flights from South Africa amid concerns about a new coronavirus variant.
Sun Nov 28 2021
Thousands rally in Romania against coronavirus restrictions
Thousands of people demonstrated in the main squares of the Romanian capital against new coronavirus restrictions to take effect on Sunday.
Sun Oct 03 2021
Explainer - Beyond Delta, scientists are watching new coronavirus variants
Scientists remain focused on Delta but are tracking others to see what may one day take its place.
Thu Sep 09 2021
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Wed Sep 01 2021
Malaysia sees record 13,215 new coronavirus cases
Health authorities have reported 880,782 cases in total in Malaysia.
Thu Jul 15 2021
Indonesia reports record high of 54,517 new coronavirus cases
Indonesia has the highest number of coronavirus cases and deaths from COVID-19 in Southeast Asia.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Malaysia reports record 11,079 new coronavirus cases
The previous daily record was 9,353 cases on July 10th.
Tue Jul 13 2021
FACTBOX - Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
Spain reported 12,345 new coronavirus infections and eight deaths yesterday.
Fri Jul 02 2021
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