UN allocates US$12 million in emergency funds for typhoon response in Philippines
Some three million people need assistance, among them one million children.
Fri Dec 24 2021
Philippine supertyphoon Rai 'exceeded all predictions' - Forecaster
It is "likely that the frequency of rapid intensification events have increased over the past four decades" as temperatures rise.
Wed Dec 22 2021
Asia Pacific food running out, Philippine typhoon survivors warn
Damaged roads, flooding, and severed power and communication lines hampered relief efforts.
Wed Dec 22 2021
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Tue Dec 21 2021
Philippines grapples with typhoon aftermath as death toll tops 300
Military airplanes and naval vessels were dispatched to carry aid to areas devastated by Typhoon Rai.
Tue Dec 21 2021
Philippine death toll from Typhoon Rai climbs to 208 - Police
There were 52 people still missing, as relief efforts continued following one of the deadliest typhoons to have struck the Philippines.
Mon Dec 20 2021
Typhoon Rai weakens after pummelling central Philippines
Typhoon Rai, one of the most powerful tropical storms to hit the Philippines this year, with one death reported so far.
Fri Dec 17 2021
Typhoon Rai intensifies to Cat 5 storm as it slams Philippines
Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated from coastal areas of the central and southern Philippines ahead of a strong typhoon.
Thu Dec 16 2021
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Sinovac recipients and senior citizens must get booster dose by Feb, Typhoon Rai approaches Philippines
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Thu Dec 16 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