Israel carries out new strikes in Gaza, UN chief says many trapped in north
The Israeli military says the raid is intended to stop Hamas fighters staging further attacks from Jabalia and to prevent them regrouping.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Hezbollah officials drop Gaza truce as condition for Lebanon ceasefire
Hezbollah officials have consistently said they would not stop until Israel ended the war in Gaza.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Iranian president says Israel must cease "crimes" or face reaction
Israel would face a harsh reaction if it did not stop what he called "its crimes", says Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Wed Oct 02 2024
No more single-use plastic bags at 20 retail chains from Oct 1 - Nga
Starting October 1, 20 hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacy chains will stop providing single-use plastic bags at their 8,000 outlets.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Musk calls Australian government 'fascists' over misinformation law
The proposed law would require tech platforms to set codes of conduct to stop dangerous falsehoods spreading and be approved by a regulator.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Netanyahu says Israel will not leave Gaza border corridor until it is secure
For a permanent ceasefire to be agreed upon, Israel needs guarantees that postwar Gaza will stop weapon smuggling for Hamas.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Malaysia will not stop South China Sea exploration despite China protests, PM says
Malaysias exploration in the South China Sea is within its own territory and aims for economic benefits, not to provoke China.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Malaysia, Russia want Israel to stop violent attacks in Gaza immediately - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia also respects the steps taken by Egypt to channel humanitarian aid, food and medicine to Gaza.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Heat stroke risk won't stop Japan's ageing farmers as temperatures soar
The authorities this year have issued warnings about heat-related illnesses as the temperatures soared to 40 Celsius in several cities.
Sat Aug 31 2024
ABBA tell Trump to stop using their music at campaign rallies
ABBA hits including "The Winner Takes It All", "Money, Money, Money" and "Dancing Queen" were played at a rally held by Trump and JD Vance.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Taylor Swift expresses fear and guilt when she canceled Vienna shows
Taylor Swift praises authorities for stopping a mass harm plot at Ernst Happel Stadium, where she was scheduled to perform.
Thu Aug 22 2024
820-gram infant born on plane, unexpected but safe
The plane made an emergency stop at an airport in central China and a a neonatal nurse who was onboard escorted the baby to the hospital.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Israel publishes plan for new West Bank settlement as regional tensions simmer
No anti-Israel or anti-Zionist decision will stop the development of the settlement, said an Israeli minister.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Stop cyberbullying, Nakano and I are friends - Muhammad Shah
Muhammad Shah Firdaus said 'netizens' attacking Shinji Nakano's social media could harm their friendship.
Wed Aug 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Actions speak louder than words when it comes to stopping genocide in Gaza
What is more important is the measures to prevent the crime of genocide from continuing in Palestine.
Tue Aug 13 2024
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