Hurricane Milton leaves at least 10 dead, millions without power in Florida
Snapped concrete electric poles and overturned trucks in ditches offered evidence of the twisters' power.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Murder of AmBank founder: Federal Court dismisses review of death penalty by ex-tow truck driver
The court said it is clearly a premeditated act to ensure the deceased did not survive.
Wed Aug 21 2024
Russian train smashes into truck, injuring 52
The carrying 800 passengers smashed into a truck at a level crossing in southern Russia.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Israel cites aid backlog in Gaza; UN says: 'We're doing what we can'
A backlog of 1,150 truckloads of humanitarian aid is waiting to be collected from the Kerem Shalom crossing, Israel said.
Thu Jul 11 2024
Cheddar heist costs German police officer his badge
The German police officer was fired for stealing cheddar cheese from an overturned truck while attending a traffic accident.
Wed Jul 03 2024
Gaza aid deliveries drop by two-thirds since Israel's move into Rafah, UN says
The United Nations has long said at least 500 trucks a day of aid and commercial goods need to enter Gaza.
Thu May 30 2024
World Central Kitchen to resume Gaza aid after staff deaths in Israeli strike
The charity said it had 276 trucks with the equivalent of almost 8 million meals ready to enter through the Rafah Crossing.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Israel says more aid is entering Gaza, but figures disputed
Israel said 468 aid trucks moved into Gaza on Tuesday, the highest since the conflict began.
Wed Apr 10 2024
Destruction, lawlessness and red tape hobble aid as Gazans go hungry
Food-filled trucks sitting idle in Egypt, the main lifeline for Gazans, escalating humanitarian crisis gripping the enclave.
Tue Mar 26 2024
Police seek Singapore consulate help to trace 'Sage' FB account, Irene Teo
Police said Irene Teo was allegedly instructed to pay SGD142 (SGD1 = RM3.51) to both officers to avoid fines for entering the truck lane.
Thu Mar 14 2024
UN agency says attempt to resume northern Gaza food deliveries 'largely unsuccessful'
WFP said it despatched a 14-truck food convoy to northern Gaza, but it was turned back by the Israeli army after a three-hour wait.
Wed Mar 06 2024
Kites battle drones as farmers take on police during India protests
The farmers brought tractors and trucks to the protest and have used these, and other farm equipment, as deterrents to the police action.
Thu Feb 15 2024
YEARENDER - In 2023, bold EV strategies took a punch from reality
This was the year the auto industry's race toward an all-electric future took a detour.
Sat Dec 30 2023
More Israeli hostages expected to be freed after Gaza truce extended
The truce agreement allowed more aid trucks into Gaza, where the population faces shortages of food, fuel, drinking water and medicine.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Hamas tunnel found at Gaza's Al Shifa hospital, says Israel; UN aid halted
No Gaza humanitarian truck deliveries at Rafah crossing on Friday, says UN agency for Palestinians.
Fri Nov 17 2023
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