Democrats on brink of U.S. Senate control, winning one Georgia race and leading in second
The results were a repudiation of outgoing President Donald Trump in a state his Republicans have controlled for decades.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Democrat Warnock wins in Georgia; Second runoff and U.S. Senate control undecided
Warnock, a Baptist preacher, defeated Republican Kelly Loeffler in one of two runoff elections in Georgia, according to Edison Research.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Georgia Senate races that will decide fate of Biden's agenda too close to call
Though no major news outlet had projected a winner, Democratic challenger Warnock, told supporters that he would be going to the Senate.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Georgia Senate Election: All you need to know
Two crucial Georgia runoff elections will determine which party controls the Senate.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Archaeologists uncover ancient street food shop in Pompeii
Archaeologists in Pompeii, the city buried in a volcanic eruption in 79 AD, have made the extraordinary find of a frescoed hot food and drinks shop.
Sun Dec 27 2020
"The Secrecy" - Legendary spy's story gets CIA's green light
Ellis Cohen has long thought the CIA was killing his flick on late OSS officer Betty McIntosh.
Wed Dec 07 2016
Japanese 'rent men' who are paid just to listen
Anyone in need of company can sign up to his online service to rent an "ossan" -- a man aged between 45 and 55 -- for 1,000 yen ($10) an hour.
Sat Jul 23 2016
Charlie Hebdo's anti-God cover is unfair, says Vatican paper
The Vatican daily Osservatore Romano said treatment of this kind towards religion "is not new" stressing that religious figures have repeatedly condemned violence in the name of God.
Wed Jan 06 2016
Armed Islamist in IS video grew up in small French village: mayor
One of three Kalashnikov-wielding Islamists seen burning their French passports in an Islamic State propaganda video this week grew up in a small village in southern France, the mayor said Saturday.
Sun Nov 23 2014
Lanvin shrinks men's shorts at Paris fashion week
Creative director Alber Elbaz and his menswear designer Lucas Ossendrijver teamed short shorts with tailored or casual jackets, blouses, and shirts worn with narrow neckties.
Mon Jul 01 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