![Can mindfulness really beat loneliness? Can mindfulness really beat loneliness?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720697120_Mindfulness.jpg)
Can mindfulness really beat loneliness?
No longer a fad, mindfulness practices show promise for reducing feelings of loneliness and can have long-lasting benefits.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720333130_HRDcorp.jpg)
Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC
PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said that it proved Steven Sim Chee Keong kept his promise not to hide any truth.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![What happens to the key promises of India PM Modi's party after a slimmer win? What happens to the key promises of India PM Modi's party after a slimmer win?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717568052_BharatiyaJanataPar.jpg)
What happens to the key promises of India PM Modi's party after a slimmer win?
Here are some of the promises of his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and analyst views on what could happen to them.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![Sri Lanka tightens controls to stop men being duped into Ukraine fighting Sri Lanka tightens controls to stop men being duped into Ukraine fighting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61704451695_TBRussiadestroys.jpg)
Sri Lanka tightens controls to stop men being duped into Ukraine fighting
Men are being lured to Russia to fight in Ukraine with often false promises of salaries and benefits, a minister said.
Sat Jun 01 2024
![Housewife loses RM20,000 in jewellery over lottery ticket Housewife loses RM20,000 in jewellery over lottery ticket](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61713692417_TBpdrm.jpg)
Housewife loses RM20,000 in jewellery over lottery ticket
The woman was deceived with a promise of a 10 pct commission to help a foreigner claim the prize for a winning lottery ticket.
Tue May 21 2024
![Legendary maestro AR Rahman set to enthrall Malaysia audience in July Legendary maestro AR Rahman set to enthrall Malaysia audience in July](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41714637983_TBARRahman.jpg)
Legendary maestro AR Rahman set to enthrall Malaysia audience in July
The organiser of AR Rahman Live in Kuala Lumpur 2024 promises to captivate the audience with a mesmerizing performance of over two hours.
Thu May 02 2024
![Israel gears up for Rafah civilian evacuation ahead of promised assault Israel gears up for Rafah civilian evacuation ahead of promised assault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713868796_IsraelHamas.jpg)
Israel gears up for Rafah civilian evacuation ahead of promised assault
Israel's Defence Ministry has bought 40,000 tents, each with the capacity for 10 to 12 people, for Palestinians relocated from Rafah.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Tesla promises 'more affordable' cars after shelving all-new Model 2 Tesla promises 'more affordable' cars after shelving all-new Model 2](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51713929810_Teslajpg.jpg)
Tesla promises 'more affordable' cars after shelving all-new Model 2
Elon Musk said the company would include more-affordable models that would start production by early 2025.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41712894240_TBKISHIDA.jpg)
Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift
Fumio Kishida referred to work the US National Park Service is undertaking to spruce up the Tidal Basin, an area of parkland in Washington.
Fri Apr 12 2024
![Julian Assange wins temporary reprieve from extradition to US Julian Assange wins temporary reprieve from extradition to US](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/41493809680_London.jpg)
Julian Assange wins temporary reprieve from extradition to US
London's Court ruled that Julian Assange be allowed to appeal against extradition unless the US promises he will not face death penalty.
Tue Mar 26 2024
![Russia jobs scam traps Indians on Ukraine war frontlines Russia jobs scam traps Indians on Ukraine war frontlines](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/51646149804_UkraineRussia.jpg)
Russia jobs scam traps Indians on Ukraine war frontlines
Dozens promised work as 'helpers' in Russian army.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Makaf promises monthly allowance for exponents ranked world top 5 Makaf promises monthly allowance for exponents ranked world top 5](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81684587621_DatukNurAzmiAhmad.jpg)
Makaf promises monthly allowance for exponents ranked world top 5
Datuk Nur Azmi Ahmad said this allowance, funded by MAKAF, will be given every month as long as the athlete maintains their positions.
Mon Mar 04 2024
![EXPLAINER-What you need to know about the 2024 US presidential election EXPLAINER-What you need to know about the 2024 US presidential election](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81709287065_TBPresidentbiden.jpg)
EXPLAINER-What you need to know about the 2024 US presidential election
The 2024 U.S. presidential election promises to be like no other in modern times.
Sat Mar 02 2024
![Soccer - Ten Hag not in need of assurances over Man Utd future Soccer - Ten Hag not in need of assurances over Man Utd future](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41698633513_tbPremierLeague.jpg)
Soccer - Ten Hag not in need of assurances over Man Utd future
Erik ten Hag said he does not require promises of job security from new co-owner Jim Ratcliffe amid uncertainty over his future.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Waste-to-Energy: Is there a better alternative to Incineration? [COLUMNIST] Waste-to-Energy: Is there a better alternative to Incineration?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/61642542787_KebakaranSampah.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Waste-to-Energy: Is there a better alternative to Incineration?
While incineration may seem appealing, other WTE technologies show promise backed by data and science, suggesting more viable options exist.
Fri Feb 23 2024