Death toll at Indonesia smelter fire rises to 18, operation halted
Fire broke out early on Sunday morning at a nickel smelter furnace on Sulawesi island owned by Indonesia Tsingshan Stainless Steel (ITSS).
Tue Dec 26 2023
FACTBOX: Malaysia is latest in Asia to tighten grip on key minerals
Rare earths are a group of 17 elements used in products from lasers and military equipment to magnets.
Tue Sep 12 2023
Indonesia's electric vehicle ambitions hinge on green mining drive
With the world's largest reserves of nickel, used extensively in making batteries, Indonesia aims to become an electric vehicle powerhouse.
Fri Mar 31 2023
Singapore files 13 more charges in massive nickel trading fraud
The scheme allegedly raised more than S$1 billion from investors to fund bogus nickel trades.
Mon Jun 28 2021
New Caledonia's government collapses over independence, nickel unrest
New Caledonia, with a population of about 290,000, is also grappling with the question of decolonisation.
Tue Feb 02 2021
One dead, 20 rescued from listing cargo vessel
At least one crew member was reported dead while 20 others were rescued on Friday, after a Malaysian cargo vessel experienced severe listing at sea.
Sat Jul 18 2015
The Spongebob Movie - Sponge Out of Water: A coherent story and laughs for all
Oooooooo who lives in the water under the sea? The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water guarantees over an hour of laugh, love or at least giggle
Wed Mar 04 2015
'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' unveiling posters via social media campaign
Fans can now vote on social media websites for their favorite turtle. When a hero has received enough votes, his poster is unveiled.
Tue Jun 24 2014
Mining giant BHP mulling demerger: reports
Global mining giant BHP Billiton is considering spinning-off its aluminium, bauxite and nickel assets into a single entity that would be worth about Aus$20 billion ($18.5 billion)
Wed Apr 02 2014
2013 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards
Highlights from 26th annual Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards held at the University of Southern California's Galen Centre, Los Angeles.
Mon Mar 25 2013
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
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