![Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025? Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41737108768_teargas.jpg)
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
![Nearly 1,000 held in Pakistan after pro-Khan protests Nearly 1,000 held in Pakistan after pro-Khan protests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732787025_TBPakistaniRangersg.jpg)
Nearly 1,000 held in Pakistan after pro-Khan protests
According to police, weapons, including automatic rifles and tear gas guns, were seized from the protest site where thousands had gathered.
Thu Nov 28 2024
![Who is Bushra Bibi, Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's wife leading protests? Who is Bushra Bibi, Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's wife leading protests?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/41732700765_BushraBibi.jpg)
Who is Bushra Bibi, Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's wife leading protests?
Bushra Bibi entered the capital Islamabad this week with thousands of PTI party supporters who breached heavy security force barricades.
Wed Nov 27 2024
![Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/71731995793_prodemocracyactivi.jpg)
Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial
The Chinese and Hong Kong governments say the national security laws were necessary to restore order after mass pro-democracy protests.
Tue Nov 19 2024
![Around 1,500 killed in Bangladesh protests that ousted PM Hasina Around 1,500 killed in Bangladesh protests that ousted PM Hasina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51731893090_Bangladeshprotest.jpg)
Around 1,500 killed in Bangladesh protests that ousted PM Hasina
As many as 3,500 may have been forcibly abducted during her 15-year rule, says interim leader Muhammad Yunus.
Mon Nov 18 2024
![US states worried about election unrest take security precautions US states worried about election unrest take security precautions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51730803976_Preparationsahead.jpg)
US states worried about election unrest take security precautions
This year, a security fence rings the scene of some of those protests - the Las Vegas tabulation center.
Tue Nov 05 2024
![Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51730672607_KingFelipeVI.jpg)
Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb
Residents protest during a visit by Spanish King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and PM Pedro Sanchez, with some throwing mud at them.
Mon Nov 04 2024
![Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723612340_BangladeshiPMHasin.jpg)
Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister
The tribunal proceedings saw prosecutors request arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
Thu Oct 17 2024
![Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81728263854_Protesters.jpg)
Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
![India police detains 600 workers, union members as Samsung protests escalate India police detains 600 workers, union members as Samsung protests escalate](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81727782491_TBSAMSUNGINDIA.jpg)
India police detains 600 workers, union members as Samsung protests escalate
More than 1,000 workers have disrupted operations and protested in a makeshift tent close to the factory.
Tue Oct 01 2024
![Dozens arrested as Melbourne anti-war protests turn violent Dozens arrested as Melbourne anti-war protests turn violent](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81726048283_Protesters.jpg)
Dozens arrested as Melbourne anti-war protests turn violent
Dozens arrested as police used sponge grenades, flash-bang devices and irritant sprays to control parts of the hostile crowd.
Wed Sep 11 2024
![Philadelphia gears up for Harris-Trump debate with protests expected Philadelphia gears up for Harris-Trump debate with protests expected](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71725242561_tbkamalatrump.jpg)
Philadelphia gears up for Harris-Trump debate with protests expected
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania will be center stage again when Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet in a highly anticipated televised debate.
Tue Sep 10 2024
![Worldwide protests held over Indian trainee medic's rape and death Worldwide protests held over Indian trainee medic's rape and death](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81725845810_protest.jpg)
Worldwide protests held over Indian trainee medic's rape and death
Thousands of diaspora Indians protest for justice after last month's rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital.
Mon Sep 09 2024
AWANI Tonight: Malaysia to continue oil exploration despite China’s protests
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia will continue its oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, despite Beijing's territorial claims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
![Malaysia will not stop South China Sea exploration despite China protests, PM says Malaysia will not stop South China Sea exploration despite China protests, PM says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/71725514030_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia will not stop South China Sea exploration despite China protests, PM says
Malaysias exploration in the South China Sea is within its own territory and aims for economic benefits, not to provoke China.
Thu Sep 05 2024
AWANI Tonight: Education: Act quick to enhance English proficiency among students - PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the Education Ministry to quickly implement initiatives to enhance students' English proficiency, emphasizing the need to expedite education reforms in this area.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/41685516815_TBJHOLOW.jpg)
Jho Low gave impression of close ties with Najib - Tengku Rahimah
Tengku Rahimah says Jho Low played a key role in TIA's early stages, proposing its setup and identifying growth sectors.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739356184_tbrubbleofbuilding.jpg)
Egypt plans to offer 'comprehensive proposal' to rebuild Gaza while Palestinians remain in Strip
Egypt says it is looking forward to cooperating with US President Donald Trump to reach comprehensive and just peace in the region.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024 Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737690501_palmoil.jpg)
Malaysia exported RM288.23 mil palm oil and palm-based products to Central Asia in 2024
Central Asia is an important export destination for Malaysian palm oil, says Datuk Chan Foong Hin.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739350796_pengurusantertinggi.jpg)
GISB CEO, 21 others plead not guilty to being members of organised crime group
The charges provide for imprisonment of between five and 20 years upon conviction.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739344427_TBBAGINDAALTANTUYA.jpg)
Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case
Court orders Abdul Razak Baginda to pay a total of more than 9 million ringgit to the family of murdered Mongolian Altantuya Shaariibuu.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739347253_Sangam.jpg)
Ten million Indians take holy dip on key day of Kumbh Mela festival
Hindus consider this year's event even more significant as having the power to free them of the cycle of rebirth.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739338431_FormerSpanishsocce.jpg)
Spain's former soccer chief Rubiales says player Hermoso consented to kiss
Jenni Hermoso says she was pressured to agree to a statement downplaying the kiss.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739348200_ElonMuskDonaldTr.jpg)
With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts
The executive order was the latest effort by Donald Trump and Elon Musk to shrink and align the US govt with Trump's policy priorities.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41725066033_KWSPEPF.jpg)
EPF denies claims regarding MAHB investment
In a statement today, EPF said that these claims are unfounded.
Wed Feb 12 2025