![[COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+ [COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720312434_KeirStarmer.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Starmer’s “Brick by Brick" only to be overwhelmed by BRICS+
Let these British educated leaders grow Malaysia and the member states of the Commonwealth.
Mon Jul 08 2024
AWANI Tonight: Vital for China, US to cooperate on common interests
Cooperation between China and the US is vital to coordinate on global priorities such as climate change. Lynn Kuok of the Brookings Institution says it is time to put aside differences and work together on common interests.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty [COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717149476_Israelistrike.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Lessons Levinas leaves Netanyahu: Questions on Jewish sovereignty
The atrocities that have become commonplace in Palestine proves to be a wake-up call on ideas of politics and governance.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![EXPLAINER - What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it? EXPLAINER - What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716354584_SingaporeAirlinefl.jpg)
EXPLAINER - What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?
Turbulence or pockets of disturbed air can have many causes, most obviously the unstable weather patterns that trigger storms, said Airbus.
Wed May 22 2024
![Commonwealth Games host for 2026 to be decided in May Commonwealth Games host for 2026 to be decided in May](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710909512_TBCommonwealthGam.jpg)
Commonwealth Games host for 2026 to be decided in May
The CGF said it was keeping the proposals confidential at this stage as it seeks a replacement for the Australian state of Victoria.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Singapore rules out bid for 2026 Commonwealth Games Singapore rules out bid for 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711614697_tbSingapore.jpg)
Singapore rules out bid for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Singapore said they have studied the feasibility of hosting the event and made the decision.
Wed Apr 03 2024
![Climate change, AI in focus at Commonwealth's Oct meeting in Samoa Climate change, AI in focus at Commonwealth's Oct meeting in Samoa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711536303_samoaclimatechang.jpg)
Climate change, AI in focus at Commonwealth's Oct meeting in Samoa
Samoa will be the first Pacific Island state to host the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting since its inauguration in 1971.
Wed Mar 27 2024
![Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41711090402_HannahYeoh.jpg)
Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Youth and Sports Ministry said the economic impact of hosting the quadrennial Games could not be identified in the short term.
Fri Mar 22 2024
![2026 Commonwealth Games: Government's decision will prioritise country's interests - Hannah 2026 Commonwealth Games: Government's decision will prioritise country's interests - Hannah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702535323_TBHannahyeohjpg.jpg)
2026 Commonwealth Games: Government's decision will prioritise country's interests - Hannah
Hannah Yeoh said the matter would be discussed thoroughly at the cabinet meeting scheduled tomorrow.
Wed Mar 20 2024
![Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710909512_TBCommonwealthGam.jpg)
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
![Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41704327515_TBNAZIFUDDIN.jpg)
Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games Federation has offered Malaysia 100 million pounds ($127.33 million) in supporting funds if it decides to host.
Mon Mar 18 2024
![2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host 2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71707216226_HannahYeoh.jpg)
2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host
The fate of 2026 Commonwealth Games remains uncertain after Australia, originally slated to host, withdrew due to increasing hosting costs.
Wed Mar 13 2024
![King Charles hails Commonwealth but misses annual celebrations King Charles hails Commonwealth but misses annual celebrations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71710138960_BritainsKingCharl.jpg)
King Charles hails Commonwealth but misses annual celebrations
King Charles was forced to postpone public appearances while he undergoes treatment for an unspecified form of cancer.
Mon Mar 11 2024
![Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61675248412_WismaPutra.jpg)
Malaysia looks forward to 27th CHOGM in Oct to reaffirm commitment : Wisma Putra
Malaysia looks forward to working closely together and strengthening cooperation with other Commonwealth Member States in priority areas.
Mon Mar 11 2024
![UK lawmakers pass motion calling for 'immediate humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza after historic disorder in House of Commons UK lawmakers pass motion calling for 'immediate humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza after historic disorder in House of Commons](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41708574181_TBKeirStarmerjp.jpg)
UK lawmakers pass motion calling for 'immediate humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza after historic disorder in House of Commons
British lawmakers passed a motion calling for an "immediate humanitarian ceasefire" in the Gaza Strip.
Thu Feb 22 2024