GISB: Evaluation process for rescued children takes time - Education Minister
The process of evaluating the children rescued from premises linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB) is expected to take some time.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Consider This: Halal Certification - Getting The Green Light
With a rise in eateries claiming to be 'Muslim-friendly' but without official Halal certification, discussions have emerged about the challenges of the process. What it takes to get Halal certified and how they can be better supported. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dhaliff Anuar, Senior Manager of the Chairman's Office at Halal Development Corporation and the Head of the Halal Consultancy & Advisory Unit at HDC.
Thu Sep 19 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
Pope Francis, 87, takes climate message to Southeast Asia on 12-day trip
Over 12 days from Sept. 2-13, Pope Francis will travel nearly 33,000 km to visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Licensing social media: Govt open to inputs from various parties - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said engagement with stakeholders will continue before the social media license takes effect on January 1, 2025.
Wed Aug 28 2024
China takes aim at 'chaotic' fan groups after Olympians abused online
China's table tennis association said the "chaos" of fan groups had interfered with the team's training and competition.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Olympics - Tom Cruise leaps into action as Los Angeles takes on Olympic mission
Hollywood flair lit up Paris as the Games closed, with the French capital passing the Olympic torch to the next host, Los Angeles.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Motor racing - Piastri takes first win amid team orders row
Piastri wins the F1 Hungarian GP after McLaren order Norris to give up lead.
Mon Jul 22 2024
French voters deliver a win for the left, a blow for Le Pen and a hung parliament
The leftist alliance unexpectedly takes the top spot ahead of the far right but no group winning a majority.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Malaysia expects fresh durian export to China to commence in Q3 2024
Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said, currently obtaining approval from General Administration of Customs China takes two to three months.
Mon Jul 01 2024
US music industry takes legal action against AI companies
The music industry in the United States has joined the efforts to hold AI companies accountable for copyright infringement
Wed Jun 26 2024
TVET: Govt is colour blind in providing opportunities to all - Ahmad Zahid
The government takes a colour-blind stance in providing opportunities for Malaysians to attend Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses
Tue Jun 25 2024
US issues hundreds of sanctions targeting Russia, takes aim at Chinese companies
20 companies based in mainland China and Hong Kong among hundreds of entities hit by wide-ranging move against Chinese companies so far.
Thu May 02 2024
As new Haiti leadership takes power, gangs demand a seat at the table
Some of Haiti's most powerful gang leaders are threatening more violence if they are not allowed political sway.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Haiti transitional government takes power as gangs hold capital 'hostage'
Haiti's transition council took power in a ceremony, formalizing the resignation of former Prime Minster Ariel Henry.
Fri Apr 26 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
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