![Siblings escape the gallows, sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder of sister’s blind husband Siblings escape the gallows, sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder of sister’s blind husband](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41675060525_TBGAVEL.jpg)
Siblings escape the gallows, sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder of sister’s blind husband
The court allowed the siblings appeal to have the death penalty imposed by the High Court commuted to life imprisonment.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Several deals to be signed during Anwar's visit - Indian media Several deals to be signed during Anwar's visit - Indian media](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71669349690_AnwarIbrahimNarendra.jpg)
Several deals to be signed during Anwar's visit - Indian media
A key subject of the discussions will be recruitment of Indian workers by Malaysia.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Malaysia to acquire trains through $2.4 billion leasing deal with China Malaysia to acquire trains through $2.4 billion leasing deal with China](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61723618057_TBRafiziAnthony.jpg)
Malaysia to acquire trains through $2.4 billion leasing deal with China
In the plan's first phase from 2024 to 2027, the government aims to acquire 62 new passenger train units.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Tens of thousands in Sudan risk death if world does not step up response, says IOM Tens of thousands in Sudan risk death if world does not step up response, says IOM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71723549100_TBSUDAN.jpg)
Tens of thousands in Sudan risk death if world does not step up response, says IOM
IOM urges countries to step up their donations in response to the world's largest displacement crisis in Sudan.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Hamas says again it wants Gaza truce deal implemented, not new talks Hamas says again it wants Gaza truce deal implemented, not new talks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51713258396_tbdestroyedbuilding.jpg)
Hamas says again it wants Gaza truce deal implemented, not new talks
Hamas is sticking to its demand that Gaza truce talks focus on a deal already discussed with Israel and mediators rather than starting anew.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Bangladesh court orders probe into former PM Hasina's role in grocer's death Bangladesh court orders probe into former PM Hasina's role in grocer's death](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51705015888_SheikhHasina.jpg)
Bangladesh court orders probe into former PM Hasina's role in grocer's death
This is the first case against Sheikh Hasina followed a violent uprising that killed around 300 people, including many students.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Lahad Datu student murder: 13 teenagers plead not guilty Lahad Datu student murder: 13 teenagers plead not guilty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711866103_gaveltukulmahkam.jpg)
Lahad Datu student murder: 13 teenagers plead not guilty
Students are accused of jointly murdering Mohamad Nazmie Aizzat, found dead in a dorm room with multiple injuries and bruises.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Death penalty has little to no effect in deterring crime – let’s put an end to it [COLUMNIST] Death penalty has little to no effect in deterring crime – let’s put an end to it](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61674803551_TBpakistan.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Death penalty has little to no effect in deterring crime – let’s put an end to it
Capital punishments ability and effectiveness in deterring crime have always been under heavy scrutiny and are yet to be ascertained.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Death toll from landslide at Uganda garbage dump rises to 21 Death toll from landslide at Uganda garbage dump rises to 21](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61723424431_landslide.jpg)
Death toll from landslide at Uganda garbage dump rises to 21
According to police spokesperson more could still be trapped but the number was unknown.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![How missed warnings, 'over-tourism' aggravated deadly India landslides How missed warnings, 'over-tourism' aggravated deadly India landslides](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61722399527_Wayanad.jpg)
How missed warnings, 'over-tourism' aggravated deadly India landslides
Authorities are counting the cost of disaster and questioning whether rapid development of tourism industry was to blame for the tragedy.
Fri Aug 09 2024
![Man jumps to his death bid to evade police Man jumps to his death bid to evade police](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61722508545_TBpdrm.jpg)
Man jumps to his death bid to evade police
Police rushed to reach the man and found him with head injuries.
Fri Aug 09 2024
![Venezuela's Maduro blocks X access in country for 10 days Venezuela's Maduro blocks X access in country for 10 days](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723182318_NicolasMaduro.jpg)
Venezuela's Maduro blocks X access in country for 10 days
Nicolas Maduro announced a 10-day suspension of social network X, accusing Elon Musk of inciting hate, civil war, and death.
Fri Aug 09 2024
![Palestine demands ICC arrest warrant for Israel's Smotrich over call to starve Gazans to death Palestine demands ICC arrest warrant for Israel's Smotrich over call to starve Gazans to death](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71707865874_BezalelSmotrich.jpg)
Palestine demands ICC arrest warrant for Israel's Smotrich over call to starve Gazans to death
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said letting two million people in Gaza die from hunger might be "justified and moral."
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Pertunjukan dron 'Deadpool & Wolverine' pecah rekod dunia dua kali Pertunjukan dron 'Deadpool & Wolverine' pecah rekod dunia dua kali](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723004592_DeadpoolWolverine.jpg)
Pertunjukan dron 'Deadpool & Wolverine' pecah rekod dunia dua kali
Pertunjukan dron oleh Marvel mencipta rekod di San Diego Comic-Con dengan menggunakan 1,599 dron untuk membentuk imej Deadpool.
Wed Aug 07 2024
!['Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice 'Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723004592_DeadpoolWolverine.jpg)
'Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice
Sky Elements set record with 1,599 drones forming Deadpool, then broke it moments later with 1,607 drones forming Hugh Jackman's Wolverine.
Wed Aug 07 2024