King and Queen depart for home after Brunei visit
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah departed for home today after ending their three-day state visit to Brunei.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Sri Lanka's new president Dissanayake promises change
Sri Lanka's leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake took office as president on Monday, promising change in the island nation.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Blogger Raja Petra dies aged 74 in United Kingdom
Raja Petra Kamarudin's death was confirmed by his brother, Raja Idris, this morning.
Tue Sep 10 2024
'Gold' to be rescreened in cinemas to celebrate Cheah's gold medal at Paralympics
Raja Jastina Raja Arshad said Cheah Liek Hou's victory has brought the nation's hopes and dreams to the world stage.
Tue Sep 03 2024
DBKL refutes Jalan Yap Ah Loy renaming rumours
The DBKL official clarified that it was Jalan Raja Laut 1 that was renamed to Jalan Palestin in 2020.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Immigration raids nightclub offering foreign GRO, nabbed 213 migrants
According to the Immigration Department, the night club offers karaoke rooms from RM4,000 to RM30,000, including services of foreign women.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Scion of Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa family to contest Sept. presidential poll
Namal Rajapaksa said he would hold talks with 92 parliamentarians who recently declared support for Ranil Wickremesinghe.
Wed Aug 07 2024
King, Queen extend birthday greetings to Sultan of Brunei
Today, Brunei celebrates the 78th birthday of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.
Mon Jul 15 2024
'The Experts' grosses RM10 mln after 10 days of screening
The film depicts a family of five siblings who had long abandoned their robbery activities but reunite due to a threat.
Mon Jun 03 2024
King, Queen extend Happy Wesak Day greetings to all Malaysian Buddhists
Their Majesties said that racial harmony is the pillar of national unity.
Wed May 22 2024
King, Queen wish Happy Teachers' Day
The King and Queen of Malaysia today wished Happy Teachers' Day to all teachers and educators in the country.
Thu May 16 2024
King, Queen extend Labour Day wishes
Their Majesties said that workers are the driving force behind Malaysia's progress towards a better level.
Wed May 01 2024
Zii Jia clears first hurdle at BAC
Other Malaysian representatives are scheduled to play their matches later today.
Wed Apr 10 2024
King, Queen grace Aidilfitri gathering at Istana Negara
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah hosted an Aidilfitri gathering for about 400 people at Istana Negara.
Wed Apr 10 2024
Tengku Zafrul quits as Selangor UMNO treasurer
Tengku Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said will continue as Kota Raja UMNO division chief and UMNO Supreme Council member.
Mon Apr 01 2024
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