PM extends highest congratulations to new King, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim
Sultan Ibrahim was sworn in today as the new King of Malaysia in a ceremony steeped in tradition at Istana Negara.
Wed Jan 31 2024
EXPLAINER - Malaysia welcomes new king in unique rotational monarchy
Malaysia practices rotational form of monarchy, in which heads of the country's nine royal families take turns to be king for five-years.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Sultan Ibrahim arrives in KL to take oath as new King
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim of Johor has safely arrived in the federal capital to take the oath of office as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong at Istana Negara.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Vegan oil and fascinators: King Charles III's 'modern' coronation
While custom and ritual will remain key, the new king has made no secret of his wish to modernise.
Fri May 05 2023
Britons back new King Charles, so long as he keeps quiet
Charles has carved out a role for himself speaking out on issues from climate change to architecture and alternative medicine.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Britain's new monarch to be known as King Charles III
Clarence House confirmed on Thursday that Britain's new monarch will be known as King Charles III, following the death of Queen Elizabeth.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Statement from Charles, Britain's new king
Charles, Britain's new king, released the following statement on Thursday after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Majestic Cairo parade as Egyptian mummies move museum
The convoy will transport 18 kings and four queens, mostly from the New Kingdom.
Sat Apr 03 2021
Kelantan govt congratulates Sultan Muhammad V on His Majesty's installation as new king
The Kelantan state government congratulated Sultan Muhammad V on his installation as the 15th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, at Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur , today.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Thai king's cremation set for October 26 - govt official
Political observers say the new king's coronation will formally kick-start politics following a year-long mourning period and a general election should follow soon after.
Wed Apr 19 2017
Thai court to hear first royal insult case under new king
Jatupat Boonpattararaksa was arrested two days after the king ascended the throne in December.
Fri Feb 10 2017
BBC under investigation for profile of new Thai king
Thai authorities are investigating the BBC over a Thai-language profile of the new king after the article outraged ultra-royalists in a country where criticism of the monarchy it outlawed.
Wed Dec 07 2016
Regent to stand in as grieving Thailand awaits new king
Mourners lit candles and recited prayers before dawn on Saturday outside Bangkok's riverside Grand Palace, where the remains of the king will lie for months before a traditional royal cremation.
Sat Oct 15 2016
PM Najib congratulates Sultan Muhammad V
Datuk Seri Najib Razak has congratulated the Sultan of Kelantan, Sultan Muhammad V on his selection as the new King today.
Fri Oct 14 2016
Divided Belgium ushers in a new king
At noon (1000 GMT), Philippe, 53, dressed in full military uniform, will take his oath of office in the country's three official languages -- French, Flemish and German -- before Parliament.
Sun Jul 21 2013
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
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