Wan Junaidi elected Dewan Negara president
Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar's appointment, effective June 18, is to replace Tan Sri Rais Yatim, whose tenure ended on June 16.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Zahidi told to attend Dewan Negara sitting to clarify Veveonah issue
Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin should attend the Dewan Negara sitting next week to clarify and apologise for his statement on Veveonah Mosibin.
Thu Sep 10 2020
Rais Yatim: Unmask the Uncouth Cloaked in Faux Culture
Former minister Tan Sri Rais Yatim takes to task Malays who hitch a ride on the glorious past of Islamic civilisation but remain culturally deficient.
Wed Feb 28 2018
Government should be firm on language issue in schools - Rais
The government should be firm in finalising decisions related to policy changes in the education system, including on the issue of languages in schools, said Tan Sri Rais Yatim.
Sat Nov 28 2015
Time to review national book policy - Rais Yatim
The National Book Policy needs to be reviewed and adapted according to current requirements, said Social and Cultural Affairs Advisor to the Government, said Tan Sri Rais Yatim.
Sat Feb 22 2014
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