Southern Thailand floods: Signs of recovery emerge amidst rising household toll
The flood situation in southern Thailand shows signs of recovery, however the number of affected households continues to climb.
Thu Dec 28 2023
Prachachat aims for landslide victory in Southern Thailand, considers coalition government with Pheu Thai
A dominant southern Thai party, Prachachat, has expressed its willingness to participate in the government formation with the main opposition party, Pheu Thai
Wed Apr 12 2023
Ex-wife of Malaysian in Betong shooting incident hauled in for investigation
The ex-wife of a Malaysian who was shot in Bandar Betong, Yala Province, Southern Thailand on Feb 11 was detained by Thai police.
Sat Feb 18 2023
Political will needed to end Southern Thai conflict - PM Anwar
PM Anwar has acknowledged the importance of political will to resolve the conflict in Southern Thailand.
Fri Feb 10 2023
M'sia will not condone violence to resolve any conflict in Southern Thailand, PM Anwar says
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia will not condone violence to resolve any conflict in southern Thailand.
Thu Feb 09 2023
PM Anwar and Prayuth expected to engage in negotiations for peace in Southern Thailand - Zambry
PM Anwar is expected to revive a decade-long peace negotiation in Southern Thailand during a four-eyed meeting with Thailand Prime Minister Prayuth Chan o-cha.
Wed Feb 08 2023
PM Anwar's upcoming visit to Bangkok a boost for peace talks in Southern Thailand
PM Anwar's maiden visit to Thailand next month has raised hopes that he can help forge peace in Southern Thailand, local news reported.
Mon Jan 30 2023
Car bomb kills one, hurts nearly 30 in southern Thailand - Police
At least 29 people were treated at hospital for injuries, among them police officers and civilians, said Pornprasit Jantra.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Multiple bomb, arson attacks rock Thailand's south
Explosions and fires ripped through at least 17 locations in southern Thailand, authorities said.
Wed Aug 17 2022
Zuraida: Malaysia to bring in more plantation workers from India, Bangladesh, Southern Thailand
Malaysia is currently having government-to-government talks with India, Bangladesh and (Southern) Thailand on bringing more foreign workers into the local plantation industry besides Indonesia.
Thu Jan 13 2022
Eight police personnel injured in Pattani bombing incident
Eight policemen were injured, including four gravely wounded, in a bomb blast in Sai Buri, Pattani, southern Thailand on Saturday.
Sun Jul 11 2021
After Phuket, three more resort islands in South Thailand set to reopen on July 15
Three resort islands in Surat Thani in southern Thailand - Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao - are preparing to welcome fully vaccinated foreign travellers starting July 15.
Wed Jul 07 2021
MMEA foils attempt to smuggle ganja worth RM1.5 million
No arrests were made during the operations but the suspect believed to be a man from southern Thailand had managed to escape.
Tue Dec 29 2020
EC: Malaysians along border may soon be able to vote via post
Malaysians living in border countries or zones, such as Singapore and Southern Thailand, may soon be included in the list of eligible postal voters for the next election.
Fri Oct 02 2020
225 Malaysians stranded in Southern Thailand allowed to return home
A total of 225 Malaysians stranded in Yala, southern Thailand have been allowed to return home, said Malaysian Consul General in Songkhla, Muhammad Ridzuan Abu Yazid.
Thu Apr 02 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