Budget 2025: Call for government to address labour shortage in automotive, EV technology
EV training programme needs to be strengthened to enhance the skill levels of trainees in light of the rapid advancements in EV technology.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Kelana Jaya LRT route disruption: Rapid Rail restoring service
Repair works are being carried out following a service disruption on the Kelana Jaya LRT Line.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual abuse in six new lawsuits
Sean "Diddy" Combs was confronted with six new sexual abuse lawsuits on Monday, including one accusing the rap mogul of assaulting a minor.
Tue Oct 15 2024
One in eight girls and women raped or sexually assaulted before age 18, UNICEF says
The number rises, when taking into account "non-contact" forms of sexual violence, such as online or verbal abuse, UNICEF reported.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Middle East conflict escalating rapidly - there’s no telling where it will end
Now, more than ever, its vital to be informed about the important issues affecting global stability.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Junior doctors in India's Kolkata resume full strike, disappointed with top court's ruling
Doctors demand increased police protection in hospitals and investigations into alleged corruption in medical colleges.
Tue Oct 01 2024
KPDN conducting review of E-Commerce legislation to update existing laws - Armizan
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is reviewing several acts involving e-commerce to update existing laws in line with the rapid development of the industry.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Two men sentenced to 11 years jail, two strokes of the rotan for raping 18-year-old girl
The court allowed the postponement of the execution of the sentence but increased the bail amount from RM9,000 to RM11 ,000.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Striking Indian doctors set to resume essential services
Striking junior doctors in India's West Bengal state agreed to resume essential services, in a partial resumption of medical facilities.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Accused in France's mass rape trial apologises to Gisele Pelicot
Lionel Rodriguez is among a small number of those accused, admitted to raping Gisele Pelicot, who was abused by dozens of strangers
Thu Sep 19 2024
Frenchwoman in mass rape case denounces husband, other suspects as 'degenerates'
Dominique Pelicot is also accused of having raped one of his presumed chief accomplices' wife after drugging her, with his collaboration.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Frenchman accused of mass abuse of wife says "I am a rapist", seeks forgiveness - media
Dominique Pelicot faces charges of rape, gang rape, and privacy violations for recording and sharing sexual images.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Red River floods Vietnam's Hanoi as Typhoon Yagi kills more than 150
Flood waters were causing the Red River to rise rapidly and threaten to inundate downtown districts of the capital Hanoi.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Striking Indian doctors want demands met before returning to work
Hundreds of doctors are demanding better security at hospitals and justice for the woman, found dead in a classroom.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Harvey Weinstein undergoes emergency heart surgery
Spokespeople for Harvey Weinstein said he had been taken to Bellevue Hospital because of several medical issues.
Tue Sep 10 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