India allows non-basmati white rice exports in boost for global supplies
The world's biggest exporter of the grain surge and farmers prepare to harvest a new crop in the coming weeks.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Taylor Swift wins seven VMAs, tying Beyonce for lifetime lead
Taylor Swift snagged the top prize, video of the year, for her bleak, black-and-white video "Fortnight" featuring Post Malone.
Thu Sep 12 2024
At debate, Trump shares falsehoods about pet-eating, infanticide
Donald Trump repeated his falsehood that Democrats are so extreme on abortion rights that they support killing newborns.
Wed Sep 11 2024
US says military moves in Middle East aimed at de-escalating tensions
Joe Biden will convene his national security team in the situation room to discuss developments in the Middle East, the White House said.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Biden drops out of 2024 race, endorses Harris as his replacement
Biden, who at 81 is the oldest person ever to have occupied the Oval Office, said he would remain in the presidency until his term ended on Jan. 20, 2025.
Mon Jul 22 2024
The $91-million question: What happens to Biden's campaign money?
Joe Biden's re-election campaign has a massive bank account that could benefit an alternative candidate if he dropped his White House bid.
Sat Jul 20 2024
Biden tests positive for COVID, will self-isolate in Delaware
US President Joe Biden is vaccinated and boosted and experiencing mild symptoms, said White House press secretary.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Musk plans to commit around $45 mln a month to new pro-Trump support committee, WSJ reports
Elon Musk's shift towards right-wing politics gives Donald Trump a high-profile backer in his bid to return to the White House.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's, White House says after NYT report
Joe Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's disease and has not seen a neurologist outside of his annual physicals, the White House said.
Tue Jul 09 2024
US Supreme Court rules Trump has broad immunity from prosecution
According to the US Supreme Court, Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for actions within his constitutional powers as president.
Tue Jul 02 2024
What to watch for in the Biden-Trump presidential debate
Donald Trump claims Joe Biden is unfit for office, while Biden calls Trump "unhinged" and a threat to democratic norms.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Trump says if he is jailed that could be 'breaking point' for Americans
Donaled Trump is scheduled to be sentenced on July 11, four days before Republicans gather to formally choose their presidential nominee.
Mon Jun 03 2024
Donald Trump joins TikTok and rapidly wins three million followers
The decision to join the platform could help the former president reach younger voters in his third bid for the White House.
Mon Jun 03 2024
Trump sought to 'hoodwink' voters with porn star payment, prosecutor tells jury
If found guilty, Trump faces up to four years in prison, although imprisonment is unlikely for a first-time felon convicted of such a crime.
Wed May 29 2024
Biden vs Trump: What to expect from presidential debates
The rivals disagree on what the terms of engagement should be and those have yet to be announced.
Sat May 25 2024
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