Iran’s strikes on Israel are the latest sign that the conflict in the Middle East is spiraling, presenting rising global security threats
Hezbollah has been sending rockets into northern Israel since start of the Gaza war, which began after Hamas and other forces invaded Israel
Wed Oct 02 2024
Israel says it's targeting Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon ground raids
Paratroopers, commandos and armoured units launched raids at the start of a ground incursion.
Tue Oct 01 2024
What is the UNGA and what will world leaders talk about?
Every September world leaders travel to New York to address the start of the annual United Nations General Assembly session.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Second stage of Gaza polio campaign begins while war goes on in other areas
The start of the second stage of a campaign that has so far seen 187,000 youngsters inoculated.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Paralympics tickets popular with Parisians who snubbed the Olympics
Organisers said that more than 1.75 million tickets already sold ahead of the Aug. 28 start of the Paralympics.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Hamas names Oct 7 mastermind Sinwar as leader after Haniyeh assassination
Yahya Sinwar has been in hiding in Gaza, defying Israeli attempts to kill him since the start of the war.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Exclusive - UK approval of arms exports to Israel plunged at start of Gaza war
Rishi Sunak has been one of Europe's strongest advocates of Israel's right to respond with overwhelming force against Hamas.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war
Sophie, Britain's Duchess of Edinburgh, met with survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and survivors of torture, the ministry said.
Tue Apr 30 2024
As the billionaires gather at Davos, it's worth examining what's become of their dreams
The wealth of the worlds five richest billionaires has more than doubled since start of the decade, while 60% of humanity has grown poorer.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Paxlovid antiviral drug still effective to treat COVID-19 - Health DG
Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan said Paxlovid is effective if taken within five days of the start of symptoms.
Wed Dec 13 2023
Wounded and dead overwhelm southern Gaza hospital on third day of renewed war
More than 15,500 people have been confirmed killed in Gaza since the start of the conflict, according to Gaza's health ministry.
Mon Dec 04 2023
No Gaza hostage release before Friday, Israel, US say
The start of the release will take place according to the original agreement between the sides, and not before Friday, said Tzachi Hanegbi.
Thu Nov 23 2023
First fuel since start of war delivered to UN in Gaza
This is only 9% of what we need daily to sustain lifesaving activities, said Tom White, director of UN relief agency UNRWA in Gaza.
Thu Nov 16 2023
Public advised to be extra vigilant of El Nino, Northeast Monsoon - MetMalaysia
MetMalaysia said the peak of El Nino is expected to occur during the start of the rainy season, at the end of this year or early next year.
Thu Oct 05 2023
Italy's Lampedusa island hit with record migrant arrivals
According to interior ministry data, about 118,500 boat migrants have arrived in Italy since the start of the year.
Thu Sep 14 2023
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