Hostel warden who brutally beat up pupil is convicted felon
The assistant warden of a private religious school, under remand to facilitate police investigations into the brutal assault of a 'tahfiz' pupil has a previous criminal record.
Sun Apr 23 2017
Angler feared drowned in Sungai Sedili
The victim is believed to have drowned after trying to save his boat which was being swept off by the swift current.
Sun Apr 09 2017
Stranded Giat Mara trainees on Gunung Panti found safe
Kota Tinggi police chief Supt Rahmat Othman said the victims were found by the SAR team about 700 metres from the searching paths at 11.55am today.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Snatch thief caught by victim's husband in Kota Tinggi
A man who allegedly snatched a woman's mobile phone and purse in Bandar Kota Tinggi here last night, did not go far.
Tue Aug 16 2016
Two more bodies of boat capsize victims found
Two more bodies of victims of the boat which capsized in the waters of Pantai Batu Layar, near Sungai Rengit, Kota Tinggi were found today, bringing the total number of drowned victims to 11 people.
Mon Jul 25 2016
Couple killed, son, 3 other motorists injured in road crash
Abdullah Asri @ Amat, 60, and wife, Mariyatul Batang, 51, died on the spot in the 9.38am crash. They sustained head and body injuries.
Thu Jul 07 2016
Fishing boat with 12 Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters
Kota Tinggi OCPD Supt Rahmat Othman said the report on their disappearance was lodged by the owner of the boat at about 6.30pm yesterday after the boat could not be contacted.
Sat May 21 2016
Policeman impersonates as taxi driver to nab kidnappers
Kota Tinggi police chief Supt Rahmat Othman said police arrested one of the two suspects two hours after a police report was made.
Sat Jan 02 2016
Woman's body found floating in river at Kota Tinggi
The body of a woman with her stomach bloated was found floating by the public at the end of Sungai Kampung Makam, Saturday.
Sun Sep 27 2015
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