Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter returned to Georgia hometown for burial
The private funeral marks the end of three days of tributes celebrating the life and humanitarian work of the former US first lady.
Thu Nov 30 2023
Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96
Rosalynn Carter, who in recent days had entered hospice care at home in Plains, Georgia, died with her family by her side.
Mon Nov 20 2023
US First Lady says Joe Biden will never take mental competency test
Jill Biden blasted presidential candidate Nikki Haley's suggestion that politicians over the age of 75 take mental competency tests.
Mon Mar 06 2023
US first lady Jill Biden gets biographical comic book
Biden joins Vice President Kamala Harris, nun Mother Theresa and country star Dolly Parton in the TidalWave Comics' "Female Force" series.
Wed Mar 31 2021
In emotional farewell speech, Michelle Obama praises diversity
First lady Michelle Obama made an impassioned case for embracing diversity and welcoming all religious groups on Friday in a not-so-veiled message to her husband's successor.
Sat Jan 07 2017
Michelle Obama says Hillary Clinton 'only one' qualified to be president
At the same time, the US First Lady poured scorn on Donald Trump's behaviour and temperament.
Tue Jul 26 2016
Hillary Clinton: 'I'm running for president'
"I'm running for president," Hillary Clinton, a former secretary of state and US first lady, said in a video on her campaign website that went live at about 3:00 pm (1900 GMT) Sunday.
Mon Apr 13 2015
Michelle Obama to visit Japan, Cambodia
US First Lady Michelle Obama will travel to Japan later this month, part of a drive to promote girls' education around the world.
Tue Mar 03 2015
Michelle Obama defends 'American Sniper'
US First Lady Michelle Obama on Friday defended Clint Eastwood's hit film "American Sniper," which has been accused of whitewashing the story of the Iraq war.
Sat Jan 31 2015
Michelle Obama: America's first lady of fashion
US First Lady Michelle Obama is without doubt the nation's trend-setting arbiter of taste and style.
Sat Feb 23 2013
Michelle Obama, the stylish first lady
US First Lady Michelle Obama is often regarded as the stylish first lady for her impeccable fashion sense.
Sun Jan 20 2013
First Lady, daughters, attend Kids Inaugural Concert
US First Lady Michelle Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia rocked the capital on Saturday when they joined hundreds at the at the Kids' Inaugural Concert.
Sun Jan 20 2013
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024