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China's population falls for a third consecutive year

China's population falls for a third consecutive year

The National Bureau of Statistics says the total number of people in China dropped by 1.39 million to 1.408 billion in 2024.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Pahang and UAE join forces to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger

Pahang and UAE join forces to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger

The partnership aims to address critical issues such as wildlife poaching, habitat degradation, and population decline.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Gaza population down by 6% since start of war - Palestinian statistics bureau

Gaza population down by 6% since start of war - Palestinian statistics bureau

Around 45,500 Palestinians, more than half of them women and children, have been killed since the war began but another 11,000 are missing, the bureau said,
Sun Jan 05 2025
Myanmar says 2024 census shows population of 51.3 mln

Myanmar says 2024 census shows population of 51.3 mln

Myanmar said its 2024 census found a population of 51.3 million, slightly smaller than 10 years ago
Wed Jan 01 2025
Vietnam's birth rate hits record low in 2024

Vietnam's birth rate hits record low in 2024

Vietnam's birth rate reached a record low in 2024, with the total fertility rate falling to 1.91 children per woman.
Mon Dec 30 2024
S. Korea formally becomes 'super-aged' society

S. Korea formally becomes 'super-aged' society

The number of South Koreans aged 65 or older stood at 10.24 million, accounting for 20.0 per cent of the country's total population.
Tue Dec 24 2024
Why does Russia want to capture strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk?

Why does Russia want to capture strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk?

Pokrovsk is a road and rail hub in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, which had a pre-war population of some 60,000 people.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Israel plans to double population on occupied Golan, citing threats from Syria

Israel plans to double population on occupied Golan, citing threats from Syria

Strengthening the Golan is strengthening the State of Israel, and it is especially important at this time, says Benjamin Netanyahu.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Sudan again tops International Rescue Committee crises watchlist

Sudan again tops International Rescue Committee crises watchlist

The report says Sudan accounts for 10 pct of all people in humanitarian need, despite being home to just 1 pct of the global population.
Thu Dec 12 2024
What short-lived martial law says about South Korean democracy and the position of President Yoon

What short-lived martial law says about South Korean democracy and the position of President Yoon

Yoon Suk-Yeol presides over a divided party, a gridlocked parliament and a population in which he has become very unpopular.
Wed Dec 04 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Malaysia experiences slower population growth Q3 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia experiences slower population growth Q3 2024 - DOSM

Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin says the lower growth could be attributed to the decline of child births.
Thu Nov 14 2024
ANALYSIS - China's latest cry for more babies may fall on deaf ears

ANALYSIS - China's latest cry for more babies may fall on deaf ears

The marriage-themed festival comes at a time when China is looking to spur weddings and births to counter a shrinking population.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis

Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin condition affecting nearly two to three pct of the global population, impacting over 60 mln.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Targeted subsidies: Govt to continue protecting interests of 85 pct population - PM

Targeted subsidies: Govt to continue protecting interests of 85 pct population - PM

The main point here is the (targeted) subsidies should not burden the 85 pct of the population, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Oct 29 2024
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?

The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?

For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast

Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast

Joe Biden's record on the world stage is likely to be heavily defined by his handling of the 15-month war in Gaza.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official

Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official

This leaves the incoming Donald Trump administration to make the decision, according to a White House official.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025

AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025

#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan

- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?

AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?

The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market

AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market

Apple has been dethroned as China’s top smartphone seller, plunging 17% in 2024. Local brands Vivo and Huawei have overtaken the tech giant, bringing it now to 3rd place.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

Thailand is stepping up security for tourists to restore confidence among Chinese visitors, with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra to record a message in Chinese to reassure tourists of their safety.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. & China

AWANI Tonight: M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. & China

Malaysia will continue its approach in engaging both the U.S. and China. PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the U.S. remains the largest source of foreign direct investment for the country.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Hamas set to release first hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel says

Hamas set to release first hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel says

If successful, the ceasefire would halt fighting that has razed much of heavily urbanised Gaza, killed over 46,000 people.
Fri Jan 17 2025