![[COLUMNIST] Egypt, Sinai & Israel's loss of strategic initiative [COLUMNIST] Egypt, Sinai & Israel's loss of strategic initiative](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Egypt, Sinai & Israel's loss of strategic initiative
Israel still hasn't regained any meaningful strategic initiative post-1982 withdrawal from the Sinai.
Mon Feb 03 2025
![Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61737619948_MichaelBloomberg.jpg)
Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal
Bloomberg Philanthropies will cover US dues to UN Climate Change body, ensuring emissions reporting despite Trump's climate policy pullback.
Thu Jan 23 2025
![Trump's withdrawal of US from WHO to impact global health Trump's withdrawal of US from WHO to impact global health](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81735230012_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
Trump's withdrawal of US from WHO to impact global health
Here are facts about US financing for global health and potential implications of Trump's move.
Wed Jan 22 2025
![Gaza deal emerged after intense 96 hours, US officials say Gaza deal emerged after intense 96 hours, US officials say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736997863_Palestinianscelebra.jpg)
Gaza deal emerged after intense 96 hours, US officials say
The deal includes a six-week ceasefire, Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza, and hostage exchanges between Hamas and Israel.
Thu Jan 16 2025
![Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal to end 15 months of war in Gaza Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal to end 15 months of war in Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71736988394_palestine.jpg)
Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal to end 15 months of war in Gaza
The complex phased accord outlines a six-week initial ceasefire with the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip.
Thu Jan 16 2025
![Is it time to recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan? Is it time to recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/51695207879_Talibansoldiers.jpg)
Is it time to recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan?
After 20 years of war and NATOs withdrawal, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan - the Taliban's official name is not going anywhere for now.
Sat Jan 11 2025
![AG withdraws appeals to challenge DPM Zahid’s acquittal in VLN case AG withdraws appeals to challenge DPM Zahid’s acquittal in VLN case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733977817_AhmadZahid.jpg)
AG withdraws appeals to challenge DPM Zahid’s acquittal in VLN case
With the withdrawal of the appeal, Shah Alam High Court's decision to acquit and discharge Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi remains intact.
Thu Dec 12 2024
![Unreasonable for Syed Saddiq to claim ignorance over withdrawal of RM1 mil from Armada account Unreasonable for Syed Saddiq to claim ignorance over withdrawal of RM1 mil from Armada account](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41727946629_SyedSaddiq.jpg)
Unreasonable for Syed Saddiq to claim ignorance over withdrawal of RM1 mil from Armada account
Judge Datuk Azhar Abdul Hamid says the Muar MP's testimony that he had no knowledge of the storage or use of the funds defied logic.
Fri Nov 29 2024
![United Nations warily awaits Donald Trump's return to power United Nations warily awaits Donald Trump's return to power](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51715766800_TBUNHQxjp.jpg)
United Nations warily awaits Donald Trump's return to power
Top UN concerns include potential US funding cuts and withdrawal from key global agreements and institutions.
Sat Nov 09 2024
![Housewife loses RM82,175 to non-existent investment scheme Housewife loses RM82,175 to non-existent investment scheme](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61728099618_SCAM.jpg)
Housewife loses RM82,175 to non-existent investment scheme
The victim realises she has been deceived when she cannot withdraw the promised returns and is instead asked to pay an extra withdrawal tax.
Tue Oct 29 2024
![M'sia prepared to evacuate Malbatt from Lebanon if UN mandates - Mohamad M'sia prepared to evacuate Malbatt from Lebanon if UN mandates - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/61729680548_TBTokMat.jpg)
M'sia prepared to evacuate Malbatt from Lebanon if UN mandates - Mohamad
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan says Malaysia cannot withdraw its personnel unilaterally, the UN will coordinate a collective withdrawal.
Wed Oct 23 2024
![Duo including MPN president claim trial to CBT involving RM271,000 Duo including MPN president claim trial to CBT involving RM271,000](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81724841919_proffesor.jpg)
Duo including MPN president claim trial to CBT involving RM271,000
MPN President Datuk Dr. Raduan Che Rose said the approval for the withdrawal was granted based on his position and authority.
Wed Aug 28 2024
![3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah 3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720874282_AmirHamzahAzizan.jpg)
3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah
The transfer to Retirement Account increased members' savings, with the addition of 43,000 new members having reached basic savings level.
Thu Jul 25 2024
![Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719391981_tbTengkuZafrul.jpg)
Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said BlackRock holds equity investments in 100 public-listed companies in Malaysia as of May this year.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![3.4 mln EPF members transfer RM10.86 bln to flexible account as of June 10 3.4 mln EPF members transfer RM10.86 bln to flexible account as of June 10](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61717563657_KWSPAkaun.jpg)
3.4 mln EPF members transfer RM10.86 bln to flexible account as of June 10
These withdrawals can be accommodated by EPF's current cash balance, net cash inflows from contributions, maturities and investment income.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739955532_GretaThunberg.jpg)
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025