ANALYSIS: Asia heatwaves put renewable power fleet to the test
Temperatures in parts of the region breached 40 Celsius in late April, earlier than usual, causing widespread infrastructure damage and power outages.
Fri Jun 23 2023
Sarawak's disaster preparations tested as floods hit state
Preparations made by the Sarawak SDMC over the past few months to deal with flooding have been put to the test after several districts were inundated since last night.
Fri Dec 23 2022
Sao Paulo's glass box lookout puts fear of heights to the test
Called the Sampa Sky, the dizzying lookout officially opens on Sunday, but some people got a sneak peek on Wednesday.
Thu Aug 05 2021
Tips for easing into solo travel
She says, traveling alone is a great way to learn about yourself and put your skills to the test.
Sat Jun 17 2017
MMA: Third season of MIMMA draws massive turnout at tryouts
The tryouts for the third season of Malaysian Invasion Mixed Martial Arts Fighting Championship (MIMMA3) saw almost 1,500 amateur fighters putting their skill to the test.
Tue Apr 21 2015
Review: Nissan X-Trail 2.0L 2WD & 2.5L 4WD
You’re recently just witnessed the launch, now here is the review. How will this extremely good looking X-Trail fair when put to the test. By Jerrica Leong
Wed Jan 28 2015
Farewell bid for Alex Ferguson and David Moyes
Alex Ferguson and David Moyes will find their reputations as two of the Premier League's tough guys put to the test on Sunday.
Sat May 11 2013
S.Korea says North 'rocket' could fly 10,000km
North Korea's recent rocket launch amounted to the test of a ballistic missile capable of carrying a half-tonne payload over 10,000 km.
Sun Dec 23 2012
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