Ukraine war already gets its own museum show
Ukrainian artists have also reused material from Russia's invasion to express their pain.
Sat Jun 11 2022
Malaysia commended for successfully rendering humanitarian assistance through ICRC for 50 years
The ICRC activities in Malaysia can be traced back to as early as World War II.
Thu Jun 09 2022
Now a refugee, Eurovision's Jamala lifts Ukraine spirits from abroad
The invasion was "ruining the European values which we built over so many years" following World War II, Jamala said.
Thu Mar 10 2022
On Malaysia Day, Malaysians in Singapore 'reflect' on sacrifices of Lt Adnan and friends
Several Malaysians among the many stranded in Singapore today celebrated Malaysia Day, reflecting on an important episode during World War II (WWII) - through a visit to Bukit Chandu in the republic.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Faster, higher, older: Pensioners defy virus fears to keep Tokyo Olympics running
Japan has tapped into its famously ageing population to help run the Tokyo Olympics, with pensioner volunteers.
Wed Aug 04 2021
Harvard professor ignites uproar over 'comfort women' claims
Mark Ramseyer rejected a wide body of research finding that Japan's so-called 'comfort women' were forced to work at military brothels during World War II.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Capt Sir Tom Moore: WWII veteran who walked into record books
By the end of the feat, the World War II veteran had raised a record-breaking £33 million ($45 million, 37.4 million euros).
Wed Feb 03 2021
WWII bomb found in Labuan safely detonated
A World War II bomb found in a village area of Simpang 11, Kg Jawa here was successfully detonated today.
Fri Jan 29 2021
Biggest World War Two bomb found in Poland explodes while being defused
The deflagration process turned into detonation.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Ujang Mormin, the last surviving soldier from battle of Pasir Panjang
Ujang served as an Army Private with the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD), after joining the British Army in 1939.
Sat Sep 19 2020
'Butcher of Bosnia' genocide appeal to open
Bosnian Serb military chief was sentenced to life behind bars in 2017 for crimes against humanity and genocide over the Srebrenica massacre.
Tue Aug 25 2020
Charcoal-roasted 'roti kahwin', one of Sarikei's hidden gems
Kopi Aik Seng, which has been around since before the World War II, is a must-try for those visiting Sarikei town, 346 kilometres from Kuching.
Tue Jun 16 2020
George Town may lose UNESCO World Heritage Site status
George Town, one of the most prominent trading ports linking the East and West for the last 200 years, is at risk of losing the UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Fri Oct 06 2017
Hitler gassed Jews during WWII but refused to use sarin against military; the mystery is why
Adolf Hitler gassed and killed six million Jews during World War II, a genocide that makes his reluctance to use sarin against his military adversaries an enduring mystery.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Is Abe the first sitting Japanese leader to visit Pearl Harbor? Well, actually, he may be the fourth.
In May, President Barack Obama and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Hiroshima, where the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb in 1945 and soon compelled Japan's surrender, ending World War II.
Tue Dec 27 2016
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