London police arrest sword-wielding man after reports of stabbing
The man was arrested following reports of people having been stabbed during a serious incident in northeast London.
Tue Apr 30 2024
AI potential new tool for financial scammers in Malaysia
AI is a double-edged sword in that it can be used for beneficial or nefarious purposes.
Fri Feb 09 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating the dragon's embrace: Malaysia, ASEAN, and the delicate balance with China
For the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), China's rise as an economic powerhouse presents a double-edged sword.
Fri Sep 22 2023
Woman arrested after allegedly smashing New Zealand PM's office
According to emergency services at the scene, Ardern's office was targetted and attacked by a sword which was found on the ground outside.
Thu Oct 27 2022
EPF withdrawal: A double-edged sword?
There are other steps that can be done, which would be able to better target the root of the matter, says Melissa Norman.
Mon Apr 11 2022
Malaysia Cup: Intriguing showdown in store as KL City FC, JDT cross swords
Can KL City FC pull off an upset or will JDT continue to reign supreme when the two teams meet in the final of the Malaysia Cup at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil tomorrow?
Mon Nov 29 2021
Samurai dance teacher moves online as Tokyo Olympics bans foreign spectators
With a samurai sword "katana" and an iPad, Minamoto is now showing students the arts of the samurai on Zoom calls.
Tue Apr 06 2021
How does the Nobel Peace Prize work?
Nominations are secret for 50 years, but those who nominate can choose to divulge their choices.
Mon Oct 05 2020
BN will cross swords with allies in 17 seats
Most of the constituencies are located in the interior, central and northern Sabah.
Sat Sep 12 2020
Hong Kong government warns removing U.S. special status is 'double-edged sword'
The Beijing-backed government warned that withdrawal of the financial hub's special status under U.S. law could backfire on the U.S. economy
Fri May 29 2020
Aidilfitri sermon: Don't make a joke out of the staff - Zulkifli
Certain individuals used various items including a golf club, Thor's hammer, mop and giant toy sword while reading the Aidilfitri sermon at their homes yesterday.
Mon May 25 2020
Ambiga: Wrong to Expect Others to Give Up Their Seat for You
There are those who are prepared to fall on their sword and give up their seat for Anwar Ibrahim. However, as a matter of grace and propriety, no one should be put in that difficult position.
Mon Aug 06 2018
Four Pakistanis attacked with Samurai sword in robbery
Unable to bear the pain after being inflicted with slash wounds, the Pakistanis released the two robbers who escaped with the armed man in a Proton Wira in the 9.40am incident.
Sun Sep 10 2017
Police shoot to overpower charging samurai sword wielding drug pusher in Tawau
Policemen had to open fire thrice to overpower a man suspected to be a drug pusher who charged at them with a Samurai sword in Brumas near here last Thursday, ACP Fadil Marsus said.
Sat May 20 2017
Box Office: 'Guardians 2' repeats no.1, 'King Arthur' is summer's first big flop
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" continued its box office reign this weekend, while "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword" is the summer season's first major flop.
Sun May 14 2017
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