King visits parliament of Singapore
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia today visited the Parliament of Singapore as part of his two-day state visit to the republic.
Tue May 07 2024
All England: Pearly-Thinaah, Soon Huat-Shevon storm into second round
Pearly-Thinaah book their second round berth by defeating professional duo, Vivian Hoo-Lim Chiew Sen, 21-10, 21-10, in an all-M'sian affair.
Wed Mar 13 2024
Lizzo sued by former dancers, accused of creating hostile work environment
In the lawsuit, the dancers claimed they were coerced into touching nude performers at an Amsterdam strip club in late February.
Wed Aug 02 2023
It's About YOUth: Empowering youth to be guardians of the oceans
To mark World Oceans Day, marine biologists Irfan Mowardi from Reef Stakes and Dr Vivian Kuit from MareCet talk about protecting our oceans and getting youth more involved in conservation efforts.
Fri Jun 09 2023
Teachers can be called back for duty during school term holidays
Teachers can be instructed to attend work during school term holidays, but not exceeding half of the school term holidays in a school year.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Singapore FM: No discussion to revive HSR during 4-day official visit to Malaysia
The revival of the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore HSR project was not discussed during Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's just-ended four-day official visit to Malaysia.
Wed Jan 18 2023
Anwar receives courtesy call from Singapore Foreign Minister
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a courtesy call from Singapore's Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan this afternoon.
Tue Jan 17 2023
Zambry, Balakrishnan reaffirm Malaysia-Singapore excellent relations
Balakrishnan is in Malaysia in conjunction with his working visit from Sunday (Jan 15) to Wednesday (Jan 18).
Tue Jan 17 2023
Agong grants audience to Singapore Foreign Minister
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah granted an audience to Singapore Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan at Istana Negara here today.
Mon Jan 16 2023
Singapore FM on a 4-day official visit to Malaysia from Jan 15, 2023
Vivian Balakrishnan's visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation with the new Malaysian government.
Sat Jan 14 2023
PM Lee: Singapore looks forward to building stronger ties with Malaysia
Sultan Nazrin Shah is currently on a four-day visit to Singapore beginning Tuesday at the invitation of Lee.
Thu Jun 23 2022
Johor River Water Agreement among matters discussed by PM with Singapore's Foreign Minister
Issues related to the 1962 Johor River Water Agreement were among the matters discussed by Ismail Sabri and Singapore's Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan during their meeting yesterday.
Thu May 19 2022
Nagaenthran accorded full due process - S'pore leaders reply to M'sian counterparts
Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong and Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan had replied to their Malaysian counterparts on Tuesday to convey that Nagaenthran had been accorded full due process.
Fri Apr 29 2022
Floods in Malaysia: S'pore ready to provide any further assistance
Singapore stands ready to provide any further assistance to Malaysia relating to the recent floods, says the republic's Minister For Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.
Wed Jan 12 2022
Floods in Malaysia: S'pore stands in solidarity with Malaysia
Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has written to his Malaysian counterpart Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah to express condolences in response to the tragic loss of lives and destruction caused by the floods.
Tue Dec 21 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