Thai king's sons wind up surprise first visit home in 27 years
Their visits come at a fraught time for the royal family, with the monarch's eldest daughter in a coma since December.
Tue Aug 15 2023
Second son of Thailand's king makes surprise return after 27 years
Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse has no formal royal title though he technically retains a status bestowed as a grandson of a monarch.
Tue Aug 08 2023
Melaka State Assembly pays tribute to 'Abang Viva'
The Melaka State Assembly today congratulated and paid tribute to Azwan Omar or better known as 'Abang Viva' who has helped flood victims in several areas in Shah Alam, Selangor and the Klang Valley.
Mon Dec 27 2021
The machine that can make lunch in less than two minutes
This vending-machine-like device is capable of cooking a variety of dishes simply by mixing and cooking the ingredients it has in stock.
Sat Jun 26 2021
This weekend, I'm starting my permaculture vegetable garden
These tips are for anyone looking to give their vegetable plot a permaculture approach.
Sat May 22 2021
EXPLAINER: Italy faces a political crisis amid a pandemic
This is not Renzi's first foray as an iconoclast shaking up Italian politics.
Sun Jan 17 2021
MIHAS: World's largest Halal event set to boost economy
Organiser Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) is expected to witness negotiated trade value of over RM1.01 billion.
Mon Mar 19 2018
Carsome: Here's how we raised US$19 mil in our Series B funding
The largest Southeast Asia online car trading platform announced that it has raised US$19 million in Series B funding.
Thu Mar 08 2018
Ceritalah ASEAN - Religion and the city: Identity politics in Indonesia
Clutching her hot pink handbag, shuffling along in her pink sneakers, clad in a denim jacket and black leggings, 28-year-old Cindy is a vivacious presence that fills the room.
Fri Oct 27 2017
"V!VA", Astro AWANI's latest news platform, comes alive tonight!
Astro AWANI is launching its new web-only news programme "V!VA" at 9pm tonight. Come watch!
Fri Aug 25 2017
Three students die in Melaka road accident
Three students were killed after the Perodua Viva car they were travelling in skidded and collided head-on with a Proton Gen 2 car on the Alor Gajah-Melaka-Jasin Expressway here today.
Fri May 05 2017
Elvis fans parade at Australian festival honouring rock 'n' roll idol
"The King" lives on in rural Australia as Elvis fans march in glitzy parade at 25th Parkes Elvis Festival.
Sat Jan 14 2017
Cuba buries Castro, entering post-Fidel era
A small group of guests attended the ceremony, which was closed to the public, after a jeep pulled the cedar urn into the Santa Ifigenia cemetery as thousands lined the streets, chanting "viva Fidel!"
Sun Dec 04 2016
Robbers blow up two ATMs at Putatan bank, flee with cash
The robbers held up the security guard at knife-point at 4.20am and fled in a Perodua Viva car.
Fri Jun 24 2016
Two killed, two others seriously injured in road accident in Siburan
Initial investigations revealed that the Viva car was turning into Taman Sentah while the four-wheel-drive vehicle was heading to Kuching.
Wed May 18 2016
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