Ringgit flat vs US dollar, stronger against other currencies at opening
The ringgit was traded almost flat at the opening against the US dollar today on lack of fresh buying interest amid low volatility due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Fri Nov 24 2023
Biden turns 81 as worries about his age weigh on re-election prospects
If re-elected, Joe Biden would be 86 by the end of his second term in office.
Tue Nov 21 2023
More than 1,880 flights delayed Sunday amid holiday travel
The Sunday after Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year.
Mon Nov 28 2022
Snowstorm batters western New York, restricting travel ahead of Thanksgiving
Nearly 90 crashes have been reported and almost 290 people were rescued from roads, Hochul said.
Sun Nov 20 2022
The incredible story of the mistaken Thanksgiving invitation that led to friendship is becoming a Netflix film
They were strangers but decided to celebrate Thanksgiving together anyways.
Mon Dec 06 2021
Revered Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim dies aged 91
Sondheim died suddenly in his Connecticut home the day after celebrating Thanksgiving with friends.
Sun Nov 28 2021
More than 200 congregants attend thanksgiving ceremony in conjunction with Perak Sultan's birthday
More than 200 congregants attended the "Majlis Kesyukuran dan Doa Selamat" in conjunction with the 65th birthday of the Sultan of Perak at the Ubudiah Mosque, today.
Fri Nov 05 2021
Cpl Ehsan's death leaves wish to welcome firstborn unfulfilled
Cpl (U) Mohamad Ehsan Sehamat had planned a thanksgiving ceremony for his first child who is due to be born soon, but it was not to be as the RMAF member was killed in a shooting incident yesterday.
Sat Aug 14 2021
Inching toward exit, Trump says he'll leave if Biden wins Electoral College vote
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will leave the White House if the Electoral College votes for President-elect Joe Biden.
Fri Nov 27 2020
'Kind of lonely': America marks COVID-altered Thanksgiving
Americans marked a muted Thanksgiving Day holiday on Thursday, sometimes seeing family only by video after political leaders discouraged travel or large gatherings.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Thanksgiving: Food and feuding
Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863, although harvest festivals were already traditional.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Biden urges safe Thanksgiving amid pandemic; Trump pardons ex-aide Flynn
Biden urged Americans to forgo the type of big family gatherings normally associated with Thursday's holiday.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Thanksgiving: Many families unwilling to give up gatherings despite COVID-19 risks
Some parents may prioritize continuing Thanksgiving Day traditions with their children over reducing transmission risks.
Tue Nov 24 2020
US hits 12 million COVID-19 cases as many Americans defy Thanksgiving travel guidance
The COVID-19 epidemic has claimed more than 255,000 lives in the United States - more than in any other nation.
Sun Nov 22 2020
As pandemic hits pockets, New Yorkers line up for free Thanksgiving turkey
Nearly 2 million New Yorkers do not always know where their next meal is coming from, up from 1.5 million before the pandemic.
Tue Nov 17 2020
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
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