Families of babies switched at birth appoint lawyers to take action
The two families of three babies were swapped at birth 20 years ago, believed to be due to negligence by staff of a hospital in Kota Bharu.
Wed Jun 30 2021
Twin sister swapped at birth: Truth unfolds after 19 years
This story of three babies, including a pair of twins, switched at birth could well be a plot of a soap opera.
Sun Jun 27 2021
Kedah Health Department to probe baby mix-up case
The Department says even though the case has been considered solved after the babies were switched back, the shocking mistake must be taken seriously.
Fri Jan 08 2016
All's well after baby mix-up
A married couple got the shock of their lives when they learned that the new baby boy whom they just brought home from the hospital, was actually another couple's baby.
Thu Jan 07 2016
French families of girls switched at birth win nearly 2 mn euros in damages
Two French families whose babies were switched at birth more than 20 years ago won nearly two million euros in compensation.
Tue Feb 10 2015
Japanese man switched at birth would 'roll back clock'
A 60-year-old Japanese man switched at birth says he would like to "roll back the clock", days after winning a lawsuit against the hospital which mistakenly cast him into a life of poverty.
Thu Nov 28 2013
Japanese man switched at birth would 'roll back clock'
A 60-year-old Japanese man says his life would have been starkly different had he not been switched at birth.
Thu Nov 28 2013
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024