Bangladeshi worker dies in factory fire in Cameron Highlands
A Bangladeshi factory worker was found charred in a box processing factory fire in Ringlet, Cameron Highlands early today.
Thu Sep 28 2017
Water level at Sultan Abu Bakar Dam back to normal - Police
Cameron Highlands police chief, DSP Wan Zahari Wan Busu said the water level has stabilised after the heavy intermittent rain stopped last night.
Sun Nov 09 2014
SPM candidate makes do at flood relief centre in Bertam Valley
Despite the noise and chaos in a flood relief centre, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Ringlet student Nora Nadia Asmadi, 17, is determined to continue preparing for her Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia exam.
Sat Nov 08 2014
Mud floods: TNB forced to release water in stages
TNB was forced to release water in stages as the water level in the Sultan Abu Bakar dam in Cameron Highlands rose sharply and reached a critical level within a short time.
Fri Nov 07 2014
Close shave for senior citizen who escaped mud flood in Ringlet
Currents strong enough to break the door of his house had initially posed a serious doubt for a senior citizen when he was trapped in the mud flood.
Fri Nov 07 2014
'Lollipop' child star Shirley Temple dead at 85
The Hollywood child star died of natural causes on Monday night in her California home, surrounded by her family and caregivers.
Tue Feb 11 2014
Cameron Highlands flash flood: 'Warning siren was not late'
A warning siren was sounded for an hour to enable residents to vacate their homes before the water at the Ringlet dam was released.
Thu Oct 24 2013
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024