Growing calls for a stronger police oversight commission in Malaysia
Consistent reports of abuses, such as violence against people in detention and deaths in custody, have damaged the reputation of the police.
Mon Jun 12 2023
GE15: Ezam among candidates picked by Parti Rakyat Malaysia to contest in GE15
Former PKR stalwart Datuk Mohamad Ezam Mohd Nor is among nine candidates listed by Parti Rakyat Malaysia (PRM) to contest in the GE15.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Here are the 22 initiatives under PERMAI
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today announced the Perlindungan Ekonomi dan Rakyat Malaysia (PERMAI) assistance package.
Mon Jan 18 2021
Gerakan ready to join Perikatan Nasional - President
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia (Gerakan) is ready to be part of the Perikatan Nasional coalition led by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Sun Sep 13 2020
Sabah Elections: PHRS to contest four seats in Tawau, Kalabakan
PHRS will contest the Balung and Sri Tanjong seats in the Tawau parliamentary constituency and the Kukusan and Merotai seats in the Kalabakan parliamentary constituency.
Fri Sep 11 2020
Demand to Dissolve Act 202: Bank Rakyat urges all related parties to remain calm
The bank in a statement said it respected and accepted the views of its members, which is one of the bank's stakeholders.
Tue Jun 30 2020
NGOs call for stern action against nudity at motivational camp
Stern action should be taken against the organisers, supervisors and participants over a nude incident at a motivational programme last Saturday at a resort in Bentong, Pahang.
Wed Jan 25 2017
Gerakan submit objection to RoS over use of 'Gerakan' by GHB
Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia claims that the word "Gerakan" used in the new party's name was similar to theirs and people might be confused.
Wed Jul 22 2015
Bank Rakyat plans to collaborate with Bank Rakyat Indonesia
Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Rakyat) plans to expand its services to Indonesia through a collaboration with the republic's biggest bank, PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI).
Mon Jun 01 2015
It's a four-corner fight in Permatang Pauh
It is a four corner fight in the Permatang Pauh by-election, with candidates from BN, PKR, Parti Rakyat Malaysia and one independent.
Sat Apr 25 2015
Group threatens to sue Malaysia government over haze
A civil society group has threatened to sue the Malaysian government for negligence and breach of trust over the haze crisis enveloping the country.
Tue Jun 25 2013
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