Iceland volcano erupts, spewing lava fountains
The eruption followed a series of small yet intense earthquakes in the Sundhnuks crater series.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Wedding party, umrah pilgrims among those stranded at KKIA
Several M'sia Airlines and Air Asia flights connecting KLIA, Sabah and Sarawak were cancelled, following volcanic eruption at Mount Ruang.
Thu Apr 18 2024
New Zealand court orders millions in fines and compensation over deadly volcanic eruption
A court ordered tour operators and managers of White Island to pay survivors more than $6.1 million for not ensuring the safety of visitors to the island.
Fri Mar 01 2024
Mount Semeru spews volcanic ash
Mount Semeru erupted and spewed volcanic ash approximately one kilometre above its peak.
Tue Feb 06 2024
Volcanic eruption sparks emergency measures in Iceland
A volcano erupted Monday night on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland, the Icelandic Meteorological Office said.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Indonesia rescuers evacuate all climbers from Marapi volcano after eruption killed 23
All the climbers were accounted for, following the rescue earlier of dozens, many of whom were wounded or burned by the eruption.
Thu Dec 07 2023
Indonesia's Marapi volcano erupts, killing 11 climbers; 12 missing
It took around four to six hours to evacuate one dead body from the volcano, a spokesperson said, adding: "It's very difficult."
Tue Dec 05 2023
Eleven climbers killed as Indonesia volcano erupts, search on hold
Authorities raised the alert to the second-highest level and prohibited residents from going within 3 km of the crater.
Mon Dec 04 2023
Indonesia's Marapi volcano erupts, spewing ash
Authorities have barred residents and visitors from carrying out any activities within 3 kilometres of the crater.
Mon Dec 04 2023
Iceland prepares for volcanic eruption in coming days
A series of earthquakes and evidence of magma spreading rapidly underground.
Mon Nov 13 2023
Philippines issues health warning as capital hit by smog, volcanic gas
Taal, which spewed above average sulfur dioxide and volcanic smog on Friday, is among the most active of 24 volcanoes in the Philippines.
Fri Sep 22 2023
Why is 2023 so hot? A rare Pacific volcano is among the suspects
Volcanic eruption in Tonga may be adding to global heat.
Sat Sep 16 2023
New Zealand begins criminal trial over White Island volcanic eruption that killed 22
Most of the victims were tourists from countries including Australia, the US and Malaysia.
Tue Jul 11 2023
One year after volcanic blast, many of Tonga's reefs lay silent
Coral reefs were turned to rubble and many fish perished or migrated away.
Sun Jan 15 2023
FACTBOX - Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano erupts
Hawaii officials say the eruption does not pose any threat to property though unpleasant volcanic gases and fine ash may drift downslope.
Wed Nov 30 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