Storm Freddy kills more than 100 on return to Mozambique, Malawi
Freddy is one of the strongest storms ever recorded in the southern hemisphere and could be the longest-lasting tropical cyclone, WMO said.
Tue Mar 14 2023
UN urges 'complete transformation' of global energy system
The world needs to double the supply of electricity from renewables by 2030 to avoid climate change undermining global energy security.
Wed Oct 12 2022
Heatwaves and wildfires to worsen air pollution - UN
WMO cautioned that the interaction between pollution and climate change would impact hundreds of millions of people over the coming century.
Wed Sep 07 2022
World may breach 1.5C warming within 5 years: WMO
According to the Met Office's there is a 90 per cent chance of at least one year between 2021-2025 being the hottest on record.
Fri May 28 2021
2020 likely world's second hottest year, U.N. says
This year is on track to be the second hottest on record, behind 2016, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said on Wednesday.
Thu Dec 03 2020
Climate changing at 'unprecedented' rate: UN
January and February 2016 smashed temperature records, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Monday as it warned climate change was advancing at an "unprecedented" rate.
Tue Mar 22 2016
24 countries mark 10th anniversary of 2004 tsunami
Twenty-four countries on Monday attended an international conference to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 2004 tsunami.
Mon Nov 24 2014
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