Explainer - What is the Espionage Act and what might it mean for Donald Trump?
Former US President Donald Trump has become the most high-profile person ever to face criminal charges under the Espionage Act.
Wed Jun 14 2023
US whistleblower Snowden gets a Russian passport -TASS
US authorities have for years wanted Snowden returned to the United States to face a criminal trial on espionage charges.
Sat Dec 03 2022
Trump mulling pardons on last full day in power
For Trump, the main piece of unfinished business is now the expected slew of pardons that he is reported to be preparing.
Tue Jan 19 2021
U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden to seek Russian citizenship
U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden will apply for Russian citizenship in addition to his U.S. citizenship.
Mon Nov 02 2020
How does the Nobel Peace Prize work?
Nominations are secret for 50 years, but those who nominate can choose to divulge their choices.
Mon Oct 05 2020
A Nobel for Thunberg? In the age of climate change and virus, it is possible
This year's Nobel Peace Prize could go to green campaigner Greta Thunberg and the Fridays for Future movement.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Russian hackers stole U.S. cyber secrets from NSA - media reports
The theft included information on penetrating foreign computer networks and protecting against cyber attacks and is likely to be viewed as one of the most significant security breaches to date.
Fri Oct 06 2017
#MorningBrief: Top 5 News (Jan 19)
Here is the list of key news you need to know today.
Thu Jan 19 2017
Whistleblower Snowden can apply for Russian passport next year, RIA cites lawyer
Former U.S. intelligence contractor Edward Snowden has been allowed to remain in Russia for another three years and will next year qualify to apply for Russian citizenship.
Wed Jan 18 2017
NSA to shut down bulk phone surveillance programme by Sunday
NSA will end its wide-ranging surveillance programme by 11:59 p.m. EST Saturday (4:59 a.m. GMT Sunday) and expects to have the new, scaled-back system in place by then, the White House said.
Mon Nov 30 2015
Edward Snowden draws crowd with Twitter debut
Edward Snowden has come in from the cold - on Twitter.
Wed Sep 30 2015
Internet has unearthed more racist Google Maps results
There are some very bad words getting onto Google Maps these days.
Fri May 22 2015
France passes a bill to legalize Edward Snowden-style whistleblowing
The French passed an amendment that legalizes the leak of information by intelligence employees if they want to expose an abuse of power by their own authorities.
Sat Apr 18 2015
Ten things to look out for on Oscars night
Here are 10 things to look out for at the 87th Oscars on Sunday.
Sun Feb 22 2015
Oliver Stone to make Snowden film
Oliver Stone would write and direct the film with his long-term producing partner Moritz Borman.
Tue Jun 03 2014
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