![From spy balloons to chocolates: Chinese propaganda frames Xi's US pivot From spy balloons to chocolates: Chinese propaganda frames Xi's US pivot](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700126699_JoeBiden.jpg)
From spy balloons to chocolates: Chinese propaganda frames Xi's US pivot
While key issues like US sanctions on chip exports remain unresolved, Chinese state media is now striking a different tone, analysts say.
Thu Nov 16 2023
![From Chaucer to chocolates: How Valentine's Day gifts have changed over the centuries From Chaucer to chocolates: How Valentine's Day gifts have changed over the centuries](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51676269585_POTD.jpg)
From Chaucer to chocolates: How Valentine's Day gifts have changed over the centuries
The capitalisation of love in the modern world can certainly seem banal.
Tue Feb 14 2023
![Mother of four gets 14-day jail for shoplifting chocolates Mother of four gets 14-day jail for shoplifting chocolates](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/61482831014_Courtcases.jpg)
Mother of four gets 14-day jail for shoplifting chocolates
A mother of four children was sentenced to 14 days' jail and fined RM200 in default four days' jail by the Magistrate's Court here today after pleading guilty to stealing 10 pieces of chocolates on Ch
Tue Dec 27 2016
![Ingredients in Daim, Toblerone chocolates safe for consumption by Muslims Ingredients in Daim, Toblerone chocolates safe for consumption by Muslims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/51482757949_toblerone.jpg)
Ingredients in Daim, Toblerone chocolates safe for consumption by Muslims
The manufacturer of Daim and Toblerone chocolates, Mondelez International stressed that ingredients used to produce the two chocolates are suitable and safe to be consumed by Muslims.
Mon Dec 26 2016
![IKEA Malaysia recalls additional six types of chocolates IKEA Malaysia recalls additional six types of chocolates](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/41469789299_IKEAChocolateRecall.jpg)
IKEA Malaysia recalls additional six types of chocolates
The products are Choklad Ljus UTZ 100g, Choklad Not utz 100g, Choklad Lingon & Blabar 180g, Godis Chokladran 168g, Godis Chokladkrokant 450g and Chokladkrokant Bredbar 400g.
Fri Jul 29 2016
![Mars recalls Dutch-made chocolates from 55 countries Mars recalls Dutch-made chocolates from 55 countries](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/51456277725_Mars.jpg)
Mars recalls Dutch-made chocolates from 55 countries
US chocolate giant Mars Tuesday ordered a massive international recall of Mars and Snickers bars made at its Dutch factory after a piece of plastic found in one snack was traced back to the site.
Wed Feb 24 2016
![Nutella creator dies at 89 Nutella creator dies at 89](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-02/61423985700_295x200.jpg)
Nutella creator dies at 89
Michele Ferrero died on Valentine's Day, leaving behind a legacy of chocolates, renowned all over the world.
Sun Feb 15 2015
![Cadbury chocolates are Halal, Jakim reiterates Cadbury chocolates are Halal, Jakim reiterates](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/71400914845_295x200.jpg)
Cadbury chocolates are Halal, Jakim reiterates
The Islamic Development Department (Jakim) today reiterated that Cadbury chocolates, which are previously found tainted with porcine DNA are Halal to be eaten.
Wed Nov 19 2014
![PPIM urges govt to be more serious in protecting Muslim interests PPIM urges govt to be more serious in protecting Muslim interests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-06/51401888239_295x200.jpg)
PPIM urges govt to be more serious in protecting Muslim interests
PPIM said said the recent findings of porcine DNA in Cadbury chocolates can sabotage the country's economy.
Thu Jun 05 2014
![Cadbury relieved its chocolates verified as free from pig DNA Cadbury relieved its chocolates verified as free from pig DNA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/71400917103_295x200.jpg)
Cadbury relieved its chocolates verified as free from pig DNA
Cadbury Malaysia today expressed its relief with Jakim's statement saying the chocolates it makes and sells in Malaysia are halal.
Tue Jun 03 2014
![Jakim officers ready to consume Cadbury chocolates to prove halal status Jakim officers ready to consume Cadbury chocolates to prove halal status](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-06/51401757823_295x200.jpg)
Jakim officers ready to consume Cadbury chocolates to prove halal status
Jakim stands by their decision which they issued and have no problem proving it to the public.
Tue Jun 03 2014
![Saudi Arabia tests Cadbury chocolates for pig DNA Saudi Arabia tests Cadbury chocolates for pig DNA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-06/81401691359_295x200.jpg)
Saudi Arabia tests Cadbury chocolates for pig DNA
Following the scare in Malaysia, Saudi authorities are also conducting tests of their own on Cadbury chocolates for pig DNA.
Mon Jun 02 2014
![Cadbury: Our chocolates are halal Cadbury: Our chocolates are halal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/61400917661_295x200.jpg)
Cadbury: Our chocolates are halal
Cadbury Malaysia stands by its halal certification and says it has the highest levels of product labelling standard.
Fri May 30 2014
![Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/61400917661_295x200.jpg)
Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council
The National Fatwa Council said the ruling is referred to the original ruling as the contamination occurred beyond the scope of control.
Thu May 29 2014
![Official decision on halal status of Cadbury chocolates within seven days Official decision on halal status of Cadbury chocolates within seven days](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/71400914845_295x200.jpg)
Official decision on halal status of Cadbury chocolates within seven days
The official decision on the halal status of Cadbury chocolates will be made and announced within seven days.
Mon May 26 2014