Johnson's office apologises to Queen for party on eve of Philip's funeral
Johnson is facing the gravest crisis of his premiership after almost daily revelations of social gatherings during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Sat Jan 15 2022
Citizens relieved as new SOP for Melaka polls deemed right move to stop COVID-19
The MOH's move to prohibit all election-related activities, rallies and social gatherings with effect from tomorrow until Nov 27, comes as welcome news and a great relief for communities in the state.
Sun Oct 24 2021
Singapore advises unvaccinated people to stay home as cases rise
The rising cases prompted the city-state to tighten some restrictions on social gatherings from today just a week after easing them.
Mon Jul 19 2021
Malaysia declares nationwide lockdown as COVID-19 cases spike
Muhyiddin said all inter-state and inter-district travel will be banned, along with social gatherings.
Tue May 11 2021
Social events not allowed if organisers fail to control situation, guests' behaviour Ministry
Social events are not allowed during the RMCO period if the organisers feel they cannot control the situation or guests behaviour.
Mon Jun 29 2020
Saudi Arabia to lift nationwide curfew, resume economic activities from Sunday
Restrictions will remain, however, for religious pilgrimages, international travel and social gatherings of more than 50 people.
Sat Jun 20 2020
Couple grateful solemnisation went off without a hitch amid MCO
It was still a happy ending for a couple from Kampung Bukit here despite having to tie the knot in a far more simpler ceremony.
Sat Apr 04 2020
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