EXCLUSIVE - Japan's military needs more women. But it's still failing on harassment.
Following a wave of sexual harassment cases, the number of women applying to join the Self-Defence Forces decreased by 12 per cent.
Fri May 17 2024
At World Court, Palestinians seek end to Israeli occupation
Israel has said it faces an existential threat by Hamas and other groups and is acting in self-defence.
Tue Feb 20 2024
US military helicopters to deploy to Japan's earthquake zone
Japan has asked the US forces to help deliver relief materials as its Self-Defence Forces are currently focusing on transporting evacuees.
Tue Jan 16 2024
Former Japanese soldier fights for justice in landmark sexual assault case
After leaving the Self-Defence Forces in 2022, Rina Gonoi went public with accusations against her ex-colleagues.
Mon Dec 11 2023
How one woman is fighting rape in South Africa with free self defence courses
Instructor Dominique Olfsen brings classes to women in disadvantaged communities who are unable to pay.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Japan says missing F-15 fighter likely crashed, crew missing
Search and rescue helicopters and three coast guard ships continued their search after earlier finding aircraft debris in the sea
Tue Feb 01 2022
ICC prosecutor suspends probe into Philippines drugs war
Philippine authorities say the killings were in self-defence and that the ICC has no right to meddle.
Sat Nov 20 2021
Top US official in Taiwan says Washington committed to helping island defend itself
The United States has a commitment to help Taiwan provide for its self-defence.
Fri Oct 29 2021
Three brothers killed by Indonesian soldiers at Papuan health clinic: Army and witness accounts differ
The military said the brothers were armed separatists who tried to seize their weapons, killed by security forces in an act of self-defence.
Tue Apr 06 2021
Muay Thai can help build personality, resilience
The involvement of the community, especially the young, in the sport of self-defence can help produce individuals with a stronger personality and resilience in facing the prevailing challenges.
Mon Sep 25 2017
Silat members should contribute to develop the art
He described silat exponents in this country as being lucky as the government recognised their contributions.
Sun Jun 11 2017
North Korea missile detected by THAAD, programme progressing faster than expected - South
North Korea has defied all calls to rein in its nuclear and missile programs, even from China, its lone major ally, calling them legitimate self-defence.
Wed May 17 2017
One silat association in every school by 2020 - Pesaka
The Malaysian Silat Federation (Pesaka) are hoping that all primary and secondary schools throughout the country will set up silat associations as part of their cocurricular activities by 2020.
Wed Apr 05 2017
THAAD is for self-defence solely aimed at N. Korea missiles: official
The ongoing deployment of a US missile defence system in South Korea is a self-defence measure aimed solely at North Korea's nuclear and missile threats, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported a se
Thu Mar 16 2017
Silat rule of don't stab in the back should be emulated - Razali
The self-defence rule "Don't Stab In The Back" and loyalty emphasised in the Malay silat practice should be appreciated, Datuk Razali Ibrahim said.
Sat Aug 13 2016
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024