Synchron, a rival to Musk’s Neuralink, readies large-scale brain implant trial
Synchron's device is delivered to the brain via the large vein that sits next to the motor cortex in the brain.
Tue Apr 09 2024
South Korean opposition leader leaves ICU after knife attack - surgeon
Lee Jae-myung was out of intensive care and recovering from surgery to repair a major vein that was sliced in a knife attack.
Thu Jan 04 2024
COVID increases risk of blood clots for up to six months: Study
Those with COVID had a higher risk of pulmonary embolism, a blood clot that blocks arteries in lungs, up to six months after infection.
Fri Apr 08 2022
Germany's vaccine regulator reports 31 cases of blood disorder after AstraZeneca shot
Germany's vaccine regulator recorded 31 cases of a rare blood clot in the brain, nine of which resulted in deaths.
Tue Mar 30 2021
Female jogger severs vein in struggle with robber
A woman cut a vein in her hand during a struggle with an armed foreign man who attempted to rob her.
Wed May 10 2017
Painless blood tests coming soon
A device the size of a ping-Pong ball that extracts blood when held against the skin might soon replace needles.
Thu Apr 16 2015
Hitachi: M'sian bank keen to adopt biometric reader technology
The solution allows customers to easily access their online bank accounts & authorise payments within seconds, without the need for PINs, passwords or authentication codes.
Wed Nov 19 2014
The Kangkung coursing in our veins
RAZAK Chik wants the world to know that Warung Awe in Taman Desa Jalan Kelang Lama remains the sole roadside eatery that dishes out the meanest, spiciest and tastiest Kangkung goreng belacan by far.
Tue Jan 14 2014
Acne pill benefits outweigh blood clot risk
The benefits of acne drug Diane 35, widely used as a contraceptive, outweigh the risk of developing blood clots in the veins.
Fri May 17 2013
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