Vietnam appoints top policeman as country's new president
As head of the public security ministry, To Lam has been a crucial figure in a sweeping anti-graft campaign.
Wed May 22 2024
Facebook unblocks '#saltbae' hashtag after Vietnamese minister's golden steak
The video posted online showed Gokce feeding a gold-encrusted steak to a senior Vietnamese Communist Party official in London.
Tue Nov 09 2021
Over 50 Hong Kong activists arrested for breaching security law - media
The arrests in the Asian financial hub included well known democratic figures and former lawmakers James To, Lam Cheuk Ting and Lester Shum.
Wed Jan 06 2021
They are traitors to Turkey - Leaders
One year on after a failed coup attempt, Turkish leaders continued to lambast what they described as traitors to the country.
Sat Jul 15 2017
Vietnam minister of public security calls on Zahid
They discussed cooperation in curbing violence since Vietnam would be hosting the first meeting of the Joint Working Group.
Tue Jun 07 2016
'Trump is disgusting': Skywriters slam White House hopeful
Multiple planes took to the skies Friday in California to lampoon Donald Trump in a series of "skywriting" messages, including: "America is great! Trump is disgusting."
Sat Jan 02 2016
Jakim objects to 'Lamb of God' band performance
The Department of Islamic Development of Malaysia (Jakim) has raised objection to the scheduled performance of the United States' heavy metal band, Lamb of God, in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 28.
Sat Aug 31 2013
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