Malaysia Day celebration should be inclusive nationwide - Sabah BTN director
The Malaysia Day celebration should be more inclusive and held on a larger scale nationwide and not only centred in Sabah and Sarawak, said Sabah BTN director Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali.
Sun Aug 27 2017
Unity important factor in country gaining independence - Perlis MB
The unity among the various races was one of the key factors behind the country gaining independence from British occupation in 1957.
Wed Aug 16 2017
Merdeka eve celebrations reflect spirit of 'Sehati Sejiwa'
Celebrations in the federal capital were concentrated at Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) with fireworks around the national landmark with cries of "Merdeka" and the singing of the Negaraku.
Tue Aug 30 2016
40 years on, still waiting for Malaysia's resurgence
Forty years have passed but the 1975 Malaysian hockey national team still stands with pride of its fourth placing in the Hockey World Cup.
Sun Aug 30 2015
Penang to use 'Sehati, Sejiwa' theme for Merdeka
Lim Guan Eng said the decision was made in line with the spirit of Merdeka and to protect the office of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri.
Mon Aug 24 2015
Police will not take part in Penang's National Day celebration - IGP
This is because Penang's "Bersih, Cekap dan Amanah" theme is not in line with the Federal Government's theme of "Sehati Sejiwa".
Mon Aug 24 2015
Not right for Penang to use different Merdeka theme - Hishammuddin
Datuk Seri Hishammuddin said never in the history of the nation had a state leader adopted a different Merdeka Day theme.
Sun Aug 23 2015
Merdeka month celebration to begin on Aug 8 in Kuching
Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery said the celebration themed 'Sehati Sejiwa' will begin in Kuching on Aug 8.
Sat Jul 25 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