Nine killed in Mexico stage collapse at campaign event
The stage collapsed as high winds tore apart the large, concert-style structure, scattering politicians and attendees.
Thu May 23 2024
Malaysia condemns the Islamophobic act of burning the holy Quran in Stockholm, Sweden
A Swedish citizen of Iraqi origin reportedly tore up a copy of the Quran and burned it in front of a Stockholm mosque.
Fri Jun 30 2023
Paris blast: At least 37 hurt, sniffer dogs pick up scent under rubble
The explosion tore through Rue Saint-Jacques, which runs from the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral to the Sorbonne University, in the late afternoon .
Thu Jun 22 2023
Cyclone Mocha has left millions of children at risk in Myanmar, Bangladesh : Unicef
The trail of destruction left by Cyclone Mocha, which tore through parts of Bangladesh and Myanmar, is causing severe disruption to the lives of millions of vulnerable children and families.
Wed May 17 2023
Saudi Arabia condemns provocative act of Quran tearing in Netherlands
The government of Saudi Arabia strongly condemns the actions of an extremist in the Netherlands who tore up a copy of the Holy Quran in The Hague and stepped on it.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Fifteen killed as Russia rains rockets on Kharkiv
Inside Russia, a fire tore through an oil refinery just 8 km from the Ukrainian border.
Wed Jun 22 2022
'Alive by a miracle,' Colombia landslide survivor tells how mud tore him from his home
The landslide in central Colombia has killed at least 16 people this week and tens of thousands could still be at risk.
Thu Feb 10 2022
Fire at overcrowded Indonesian prison kills at least 40 - Official
A fire tore through an overcrowded block in a jail in Indonesia's Banten province in the early hours of Wednesday.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Amazon fires surge anew in Brazil as cleared forest burns
Thick smoke billowed above Brazil's Amazon jungle as fire tore through butchered rainforest and discarded trees littered the scorched earth.
Sat Sep 04 2021
Pentagon bracing for more attacks after troops killed at Kabul airport
At least two explosions tore through crowds that had thronged the gates of Hamid Karzai International Airport.
Fri Aug 27 2021
New evacuation orders issued in western Canada as fire guts town after record heat
Government officials issued fresh evacuation orders on Thursday as more wildfires tore through the province.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Fire tears through martial arts training centre in China, killing 18
A fire tore through a martial arts training centre in China's Henan province on Friday killing at least 18 people.
Fri Jun 25 2021
Biggest volcano explosion yet rocks tiny Caribbean island
Hot flows of ash, rock fragments and gas tore down the flanks of the La Soufriere volcano on Saint Vincent.
Mon Apr 12 2021
Aid workers struggle to reunite Rohingya children separated by deadly fire
The blaze tore through the cramped camp in southeast Bangladesh's Cox's Bazar district killing 15 people with hundreds missing.
Wed Mar 24 2021
Heavy rain, flash flooding batter Australia's east coast
Authorities pleaded for people to stay at home as a major dam overflowed and a mini-tornado tore through a western suburb.
Sat Mar 20 2021
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