Ron DeSantis to make 2024 U.S. presidential bid official with Musk on Twitter
His entry changes the shape of the contest for the Republican nomination, as he likely will emerge as former President Donald Trumps biggest rival.
Wed May 24 2023
Florida Governor DeSantis to launch his presidential bid next week
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, 44, will officially launch his 2024 presidential campaign next week as his campaign donors begin a fundraising blitz
Thu May 18 2023
Adviser confirms Trump will announce 2024 presidential bid on Tuesday
Former President Donald Trump is still going to announce his 2024 presidential campaign on Tuesday, longtime adviser Jason Miller said.
Sat Nov 12 2022
Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidential bid
Pacquiao said he was retiring from boxing to focus on the biggest fight in his political career.
Wed Sep 29 2021
Manila mayor declares Philippine presidential bid
Francisco Domagoso, 47, better known by his celebrity screen name Isko Moreno is one of the leading candidates in opinion polls.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Regional party chief urges Fillon to drop French presidential bid
Senator Bruno Gilles, head of the party's influential Bouches-du-Rhone region, says in a radio interview that party faithful had "turned the page" and overwhelmingly wanted a change of candidate.
Sun Feb 05 2017
Trump rejects new assault claims, slams international plot
They were the latest in a stream of women accusing Trump of predatory sexual behavior, adding to the woes of his now free-falling presidential bid.
Sat Oct 15 2016
Clinton message rises: She won't be Obama 2.0
Since mounting her presidential bid, Hillary Clinton has split with the White House on several key issues, including global trade.
Thu Oct 08 2015
Indonesia's 'Elvis' leads celebrity charge at polls
Indonesia's Elvis launches into song ahead of elections Wednesday, seeking support for his own presidential bid.
Tue Apr 08 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