Yi Yi and Sheng Yi, visible symbols of China's panda diplomacy with Malaysia
The pandas were loaned to Malaysia as China viewed the country as one of its important partners.
Tue Aug 29 2023
Zoo Negara celebrates 17th birthday of giant panda couple
The giant pandas' birthday celebration was celebrated with a special birthday cake made of fruits.
Wed Aug 23 2023
Tears and photos as Japan sends giant panda 'home' to China
Giant pandas are loaned to zoos around the world but China maintains ownership of any such loaned bears and their offspring.
Tue Feb 21 2023
For pandas, it's been two 'thumbs' up for millions of years
The giant panda's false thumb, helps this veggie-loving bear munch the bamboo that makes up most of its diet.
Sat Jul 02 2022
Two baby pandas born at France's Beauval zoo
The zoo said its female panda, Huan Huan had given birth to the two babies in the early hours of Monday.
Mon Aug 02 2021
Chile zoo introduces two rare red pandas to the public
A Chilean zoo introduced two endangered red pandas, called Ichiha and Popo, to the public in Santiago where the animals are housed.
Fri Dec 04 2020
German restaurant bears out pandemic with furry customers
The owner of a Frankfurt restaurant is staging a protest against the COVID-19 lockdown by filling his tables with a hundred toy pandas.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Lucky children greet Fu Bao, the first panda born in South Korea
Giant pandas are one of the world's most endangered species and the birth of a cub is something to celebrate.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Baby boom at Taipei Zoo lightens pandemic blues
A flurry of births in recent months including pandas and pangolins, was a welcome boost during a visitor slump due to the coronavirus.
Thu Oct 01 2020
Giant panda pair to mate for second time - National Zoo
The National Zoo does not rule out the possibility to let a pair of giant pandas, Xing Xing and Liang Liang to mate for the second time after their cub, Nuan Nuan returns to China.
Wed Aug 23 2017
'Elegant' and 'Joy': Atlanta zoo names twin giant pandas Ya Lun and Xi Lun
Thousands of giant panda fans from around the world have chosen the names Ya Lun and Xi Lun for the new female twins at the Atlanta zoo.
Tue Dec 13 2016
6 dead, 5 severely injured in Kota Belud multi-vehicle crash
Six people lost their lives while another five were seriously injured in an accident involving four vehicles at Jalan Kampung Pandasan, Kota Belud near here, early this morning.
Fri Oct 21 2016
Tour of the paper Pandas
Created by French artist Paulo Grangeon, the paper pandas will be displayed in front of the Sultan Abdul Samad Building from Dec 21.
Mon Dec 22 2014
King, Queen visit National Zoo to see giant pandas
The King and Queen on Wednesday visited Zoo Negara to see the giant pandas, Xing Xing and Liang Liang.
Wed Sep 17 2014
Giant pandas celebrate 8th birthday at Zoo Negara
Hundreds thronged the Giant Panda Conservation Centre in Zoo Negara yesterday to witness the birthday of two giant pandas, Xing Xing and Liang Liang.
Sun Aug 24 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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