Philippines police chief hints at possible run for presidency
Ronald dela Rosa, a stocky, celebrity-like general nicknamed "Bato" (Rock), who retires in 2018, has flagged his political ambitions, saying he was open to running for the Senate.
Mon Oct 30 2017
Philippines police seek 'men of burning desire' for less bloody drugs operation
PNP Chief Ronald dela Rosa said the PNP was reforming and called on "men of burning desire" to join a new task force, the Philippine Drugs Enforcement Group.
Mon Mar 06 2017
Bomb defused near US embassy in Philippines: police
Police defused a bomb near the US embassy in the Philippine capital Monday, with militants who had declared allegiance to the Daish group likely behind the attempted terrorist attack.
Mon Nov 28 2016
PDRM-Philippines police in security cooperation
PDRM has initiated bilateral cooperation with Philippines police to strengthen security in the waters off ESSZone against terrorist threats.
Wed Nov 23 2016
10 Indonesian hostages freed in Philippines: Police
Unknown men dropped off the 10 tugboat crewmen at the home of provincial governor Abdusakur Tan Jnr on the remote island of Jolo.
Sun May 01 2016
Two Chinese diplomats shot dead in Philippines: police
Two Chinese diplomats were killed and a third was injured in a gun attack at a restaurant in the central Philippine city of Cebu on Wednesday, police said.
Wed Oct 21 2015
67 Kiram supporters in Tawi-Tawi attempt to leave for Sabah
Philippines police managed to prevent nearly 70 supporters of the Sultanate of Sulu from slipping out of Mindanao to reinforce the sultanate's army.
Tue Mar 05 2013
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