Shark attacks woman swimming in Sydney Harbour
Police said the woman, believed to be aged in her 20s, was found with "a serious injury" to her right leg.
Tue Jan 30 2024
Rare smog puts Sydney on par with New Delhi as bushfires rage
Air quality in Sydney plummeted to levels among the world's worst as smoke from bushfires in the north blanketed the harbour city.
Thu Dec 21 2023
'Phantom of the Opera' ends record run with final Broadway bow
After 35 years and almost 14,000 performances, the curtain fell for the final time on the longest-running show in Broadway history.
Tue Apr 18 2023
Spend the night at Paris' Palais Garnier, home of the original 'Phantom of the Opera'
In Paris, the Palais Garnier opera house is branching out with new visitor experiences.
Wed Feb 15 2023
Gull-free dining thanks to patrol dogs at Sydney Opera House
Dog handler Carla Shoobert said they use dogs naturally inclined to pursue the gulls, such as Australian kelpies and border collies.
Fri Feb 18 2022
Sydney gears up for New Year's Eve celebrations despite record Omicron surge
Authorities encouraging revellers to come out and enjoy the festivities despite a record number of COVID-19 cases.
Fri Dec 31 2021
From kitchen to stage: Royal Ballet dancers prepare for reopening
After five months, the Royal Ballet welcomes back audiences to the Royal Opera House on Tuesday with "21st Century Choreographers".
Tue May 18 2021
Australia, Asia kick off Earth Hour 2016
The iconic Sydney's Opera House was among the first venues blacked out for 60 minutes during the annual Earth Hour.
Sat Mar 19 2016
Teen charged in Australia with terrorism offences
The 18-year-old was arrested and charged with "three counts of collecting documents likely to facilitate terrorist acts".
Tue Jan 26 2016
Sydney Opera House reopens after police operation ends
It's believed the police operation at the iconic Sydney landmark was triggered by a threat of a bomb on board a ferry.
Thu Jan 14 2016
Australian police say operation underway at Sydney Opera House
Australian police confirmed that an 'operation' was going on, and media reports say people were being cleared away from the iconic Sydney.
Thu Jan 14 2016
Sydney Opera House to be red, white and blue for France
The iconic sails of the Sydney Opera House will be lit in red, white and blue on Saturday as Australians express their solidarity with France.
Sat Nov 14 2015
Malaysian billionare gives Rome opera one million euros
Arts lover Tan Sri Francis Yeoh has given Rome's struggling opera house one million euros (RM4.2 million).
Fri Jun 26 2015
'His Royal Hotness' Prince Harry goes walkabout in Sydney
Thousands of well-wishers Thursday made the most of their chance to see Prince Harry during a meet-and-greet near Sydney's Opera House with "His Royal Hotness" banners out in force.
Thu May 07 2015
Lights out as Earth Hour kicks off
Hong Kong's iconic skyline dimmed and the sails on Sydney's Opera House went dark Saturday, as lights on landmarks across Asia were switched off for the global campaign, Earth Hour.
Sat Mar 28 2015
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