Jakarta closes hotel targeted by Islamists for alleged vice
The Alexis Hotel became embroiled in the city's recent election when the new governor, Anies Baswedan, promised in a televised debate to shut it.
Sat Nov 04 2017
Eleven bodies, some with signs of torture, found in Mexico's Veracruz
The bodies of nine men and two women, some with traces of torture, were scattered inside and near a vehicle which had been reported stolen, the state's new governor said.
Thu Mar 02 2017
WSJ and Sarawak reports have no respect for Malaysia
Prime Minister's Press Secretary Datuk Seri Tengku Sariffuddin Tengku Ahmad slammed the Wall Street Journal and Sarawak Reports for their deceitful reporting on the appointment of BNM new governor.
Fri Apr 29 2016
Muhammad Ibrahim is the new Bank Negara Governor
Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim has been appointed as the new Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) for a five-year period beginning May 1, 2016.
Wed Apr 27 2016
Tokyo governor election puts nuclear power to test
Voters in Tokyo went to the polls Sunday to elect a new governor in a race that was being closely watched as a popular verdict on the use of nuclear power.
Sun Feb 09 2014
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