INSIGHT - Italy's white-collar mafia is making a business killing
Extortion rackets have gone out of fashion and murders are largely frowned upon by the godfathers.
Sat May 11 2024
MACC marks 55th anniversary with high-profile case achievements
The MACC celebrates its 55th anniversary this year with the theme 'Trustworthy, Firm and Fair, highlighting many success stories of uncovering white-collar crimes and high-profile cases.
Fri Sep 30 2022
For some of Japan's lonely workers, COVID-19 brings a homecoming
Solo assignments have been a regular duty becoming a crucial step in career progression despite their unpopularity among many workers.
Thu May 20 2021
Unsuited to new era? Fate of formal fashion hangs by a thread
Most people in "white-collar" jobs are working from home, with a newfound love of sweatpants, a trend that may outlive the pandemic.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Donald Trump Jr. hires lawyer for Russia probes
Trump Jr. hired New York lawyer Alan Futerfas, who specializes in criminal defence and whose clients have included reputed organised crime figures, computer hackers and white-collar criminals.
Tue Jul 11 2017
New raid on Panama Papers law firm: Report
This time, the raid was on a storage property belonging to the firm Mossack Fonseca.
Sat Apr 23 2016
How the world's wealthy hide millions offshore... from their spouses
The use of offshore accounts to hide assets from a spouse in divorce has been highlighted by the leak of the Panama Papers.
Thu Apr 21 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