Paralympics - Paris Games come to a close with rainy electro party
Some 24 French DJs, including electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre as well as Cassius, played in the final part of the event.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Ibrahimovic announces retirement from football
Zlatan Ibrahimovic who will turn 42 in October, decided to depart Milan as his contract drew to a close.
Mon Jun 05 2023
UN aid chief: Earthquake rescue phase 'coming to a close'
UN's Martin Griffiths said the urgency switches to providing shelter, food, schooling and psychosocial care.
Mon Feb 13 2023
Looking back on 2022: Ukraine and the rest of the story
As 2022 draws to a close, the world bears the tragic burden of the war in Ukraine.
Tue Dec 27 2022
Batang Kali landslide: Last victim located on ninth day of SAR operation
The SAR operation for victims in the Batang Kali landslide came to a close with the discovery of the last victim's remains this evening.
Sat Dec 24 2022
Azizulhasni Awang, Nicol David, Chong Wei make special appearance at Sukma's closing ceremony
The 20th Sukma officially drew to a close in a very lively ceremony with the Johor contingent crowned overall champions.
Sat Sep 24 2022
Solemn Paris Fashion Week draws to a close
Paris Fashion Week has been over-shadowed by the war in Ukraine, with designers struggling for ways to balance declarations of solidarity.
Wed Mar 09 2022
Three bills and 12MP passed, Dewan Rakyat adjourns sine die
The First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 14th Parliament which sat for 17 days, came to a close today.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Teachers, students enliven National Month with online activities
The Malaysia Day celebration today brought this year's National Month to a close with various meaningful activities by Malaysians from all walks of life.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Tokyo Paralympics: It's the turn of para athletes to strive for country
After more than 10 days the Olympics came to a close, it is now the time for the country's para-athletes to battle for Malaysia's honour at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games from Aug 24 to Sept 5.
Thu Aug 19 2021
Facts and figures about Tokyo 2020
With the Tokyo Olympic Games closing tonight, Xinhua takes a look at facts and figures about these special games held under the COVID-19 influence after a one-year postponement.
Sun Aug 08 2021
PM Muhyiddin congratulates Azizulhasni for winning Olympics silver medal
Muhyiddin said Azizulhasni's success would definitely add cheer to the Malaysian contingent before the games come to a close today.
Sun Aug 08 2021
Two charged with 2002 New York murder 'in cold blood' of rapper Jam Master Jay
Two men had been charged with the murder of Jason Mizell, bringing to a close the attempt to solve one of the biggest unsolved killings.
Tue Aug 18 2020
Emotional memorial held for George Floyd as protests over his death continue across US
Family, friends and guests observed a silence of eight minutes and 46 seconds as the memorial service honouring George Floyd came to a close on Thursday in Minneapolis.
Fri Jun 05 2020
Football: 'Deeply disappointed' Allardyce forced to leave England job
Allardyce's reign was sensationally brought to a close as he paid the price for indiscreetly talking with undercover Daily Telegraph reporters posing as Far East businessmen.
Tue Sep 27 2016
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