Cyber attack compromised Indonesia data centre, ransom sought, reports Antara
The Lockbit cybercrime group is notorious for using malicious software called ransomware to digitally extort its victims.
Mon Jun 24 2024
Over 14,000 people remain evacuated 1 month after Japan quake
More than 14,000 people remained evacuated Thursday, one month after a magnitude-7.6 earthquake hit the Noto Peninsula in central Japan.
Fri Feb 02 2024
Japan earthquake survivors battle unsanitary conditions with no running water
Some areas in the isolated Noto peninsula may not have water restored for another two months, the government of Ishikawa prefecture said.
Wed Jan 31 2024
US military helicopters to deploy to Japan's earthquake zone
Japan has asked the US forces to help deliver relief materials as its Self-Defence Forces are currently focusing on transporting evacuees.
Tue Jan 16 2024
[COLUMNIST] Address lack of access to education of stateless kids
The heart of the matter lies in the fundamental denial of these children's access to proper documentation, including as Malaysian citizens.
Tue Aug 29 2023
For migrants, the Darien Gap is hell; for adventure tourists, it's a magnet
Panama's notorious stretch of jungle has become a treacherous part of the journey for tens of thousands of people trekking across Americas.
Sat Jul 29 2023
Hijabi 'indie mothers' embraced by young Indonesian music fans
Riding the wave of Indonesia's increasingly vibrant music scene, the band's droll lyrics have gained them a certain notoriety.
Mon Feb 06 2023
Serial killer Charles Sobhraj released from Nepal prison
Charles Sobhraj, a notorious French serial killer who had been serving a life sentence in Nepal since 2003 for the murder of two North American tourists, has been set free.
Fri Dec 23 2022
What's at stake in the Philippines election?
Incumbent Vice President Leni Robredo is up against Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the son of a notorious dictator.
Mon May 09 2022
INSIGHT - Smuggled sketches offer glimpses into harsh Myanmar prison
Sketches smuggled out of Myanmar's Insein Prison and interviews with former prisoners - a rare glimpse inside Myanmar's most notorious jail.
Mon Apr 11 2022
Al Capone's granddaughter hopes auction reveals human side of America's notorious gangster
Diane Capone said she hopes these items will reveal the human side of her grandfather instead of the ruthless violence that plagued Chicago.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Canadian Catholic bishops apologise for role in indigenous residential schools
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on Friday officially apologised for their role in the country's notorious residential school system for the first time.
Sun Sep 26 2021
Wuhan bustles a year after world's first coronavirus lockdown
Barriers still enclose Wuhan's notorious seafood market - one of the few immediate reminders the city was once the epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic.
Fri Jan 22 2021
'Make it safer': calls grow to reform Myanmar's deadly jade trade
Heavy rainfall in July triggered a massive landslide in Hpakant the green heart of Myanmar's jade trade that entombed nearly 300 miners.
Mon Oct 05 2020
Outrage in India as low-caste teen dies after gang rape
India's 200 million low-caste "untouchable" Dalits have long faced discrimination and abuse.
Wed Sep 30 2020
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