Commonwealth Games host for 2026 to be decided in May
The CGF said it was keeping the proposals confidential at this stage as it seeks a replacement for the Australian state of Victoria.
Mon Apr 08 2024
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Thousands told to flee homes in Australia amid heat spike, bushfire threat
Authorities said intense heatwave could further spread a massive bushfire in Victoria state, which faces its worst conditions in four years.
Wed Feb 28 2024
Best new artist Grammy winner Victoria Monet follows big names
Victoria Monet was nominated in seven Grammy categories this year, including record of the year for her single -On My Mama.-
Mon Feb 05 2024
Grammys 2024: Winners at Sunday's televised ceremony
Winners were chosen by the musicians, producers, engineers and others who make up the Recording Academy.
Mon Feb 05 2024
40 homeless after nine houses destroyed in Tawau blaze
Nine of the double-storey houses in Lorong 4 of the residential area were destroyed in a fire this afternoon.
Fri Jan 12 2024
David Beckham takes family to premiere of candid new documentary about his life
"Beckham" is a four-part mini-series tracking the British soccer star's rise from humble beginnings to one of the most recognisable players.
Wed Oct 04 2023
David Beckham 'clinically depressed' after World Cup red card
In a new series, Victoria and David Beckham discuss the abuse they received late 1990s after he was sent off during a game with Argentina.
Mon Oct 02 2023
Henry Golding invited by Hong Kong Tourism Board to uncover city's hidden gems
Henry Golding explores and recommends popular attractions and hidden gems in the city to global audience, through his perspective.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Fans flock to Hong Kong to mark 50th anniversary of Bruce Lee's death
Those who traveled to Hong Kong for the anniversary included people from mainland China, Asia and Europe.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Two giant rubber ducks debut in Hong Kong in bid to drive "double happiness"
The inflatable yellow ducks, 18 metres (59 feet) high, will sail on the harbour for two weeks.
Fri Jun 09 2023
Alberta wildfire fighters hope rain, cooling bring relief
Over 2,800 firefighters from Canada and the United States were battling about 91 active wildfires.
Mon May 22 2023
Celebrities, fashionistas say goodbye to late designer Vivienne Westwood
Westwood was synonymous with 1970s punk rock, dressing the Sex Pistols - a rebelliousness that remained her hallmark.
Fri Feb 17 2023
Passenger plane crashes into Lake Victoria in Tanzania
Fifteen people have been rescued so far but it was not known how many passengers were on board the Precision Air flight.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Nile is in mortal danger, from its source to the sea
Climate change, pollution and exploitation by man are putting existential pressure on the world's second longest river.
Sat Nov 05 2022
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