169-year-old mosque in Melaka struck by lightning
Fragments of concrete from the top of the minaret fell into the main prayer hall of the mosque believed to be due to lightning.
Mon Jun 20 2022
Miley Cyrus plane struck by lightning on route to Paraguay concert
Cyrus said the plane was caught in a major unexpected storm and struck by lightning, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing.
Thu Mar 24 2022
Avoid outdoor activities during thunderstorm
The public are advised not to have outdoor activities during heavy rain to avoid the risk of being struck by lightning
Wed May 03 2017
Lightning kills Indonesian man
An Indonesian man who came from Selat Panjang, Riau, Indonesia was killed after he was believed to have been struck by lightning before falling off a raft used to breed mussels in Kampung Kuala Masai,
Mon Feb 06 2017
Petrovski's passing a huge loss to Melaka United
The 18-year-old was an important player in MU's youth development programme, and the loss will be greatly felt.
Mon May 02 2016
Melaka United goalie struck by lightning dies in hospital
Marco Stefan Petrovski, 18, died yesterday around 4pm after 21 days of hospital treatment.
Mon May 02 2016
Teacher dies after being struck by lightning in Shah Alam
A teacher died and two others fainted after a lightning strike at a secondary school here yesterday, police said today.
Fri Jan 29 2016
10 steps to take when lightning occurs
Authorities should ensure that huts, bus stops and gazebos are not built too close to trees to avoid being struck by lightning.
Tue May 19 2015
Two die, five hurt in lightning strike while taking shelter in a temple
Two men died while five more were injured, after they were struck by lightning while taking shelter from rain in the compounds of a temple.
Sat Apr 11 2015
Lightning-struck MAS plane lands safely in Langkawi
Flight MH1348 landed safely in Langkawi after it was struck by lightning and was subsequently released for service.
Tue May 20 2014
Student dies two days after being struck by lightning
A form one student of Maktab Rendah Sains Mara who was struck by lightning on Tuesday died at the Melaka Hopital earlier today.
Thu Apr 03 2014
Lightning kills 27 in eastern India: official
A total of 27 people including six children were killed across the eastern Indian state of Bihar after they were struck by lightning.
Wed Jun 05 2013
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024