![King, Queen extend birthday greetings to Sultan of Brunei King, Queen extend birthday greetings to Sultan of Brunei](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721034282_TTBYDPASultanBrun.jpg)
King, Queen extend birthday greetings to Sultan of Brunei
Today, Brunei celebrates the 78th birthday of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.
Mon Jul 15 2024
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Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade
The ringgit extended its gains to open firmer against the US dollar on Friday, driven by the growing prospect of an interest rate cut.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![China, Malaysia to extend visa exemptions for travellers China, Malaysia to extend visa exemptions for travellers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81703472832_MalaysiaChina.jpg)
China, Malaysia to extend visa exemptions for travellers
China will extend visa exemptions for Malaysian travelers until 2025, and Malaysia will do the same for Chinese tourists until 2026.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Sultan of Selangor and Tengku Permaisuri extend Aidiladha greetings Sultan of Selangor and Tengku Permaisuri extend Aidiladha greetings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718604381_tbSultanSelangor.jpg)
Sultan of Selangor and Tengku Permaisuri extend Aidiladha greetings
Their Royal Highnesses hope Muslims perform the sacrificial rites to help the poor while being mindful of the plight of underprivileged.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Psychiatric evaluation extended for lorry driver accused of pushing lover off 23rd floor Psychiatric evaluation extended for lorry driver accused of pushing lover off 23rd floor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717739630_VNathan.jpg)
Psychiatric evaluation extended for lorry driver accused of pushing lover off 23rd floor
A specialist doctor has applied for the one-month extension to determine the mental health of V. Nathan, his lawyer said.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![Police to seek remand extension against parents of Zayn Rayyan Police to seek remand extension against parents of Zayn Rayyan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61713736324_HusseinOmarKhan.jpg)
Police to seek remand extension against parents of Zayn Rayyan
Police plan to extend remand to facilitate further investigation as the couple's current remand period will end tomorrow.
Thu Jun 06 2024
![Australia drops court action against Musk's X over church stabbing posts Australia drops court action against Musk's X over church stabbing posts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714708473_tbGENERICPHONE.jpg)
Australia drops court action against Musk's X over church stabbing posts
Court rejects a bid by eSafety commissioner to extend a temporary order for the social media platform to block videos of the knife attack.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![PM congratulates King on his birthday PM congratulates King on his birthday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717383878_AgongAnwar.jpg)
PM congratulates King on his birthday
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his highest congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim on His Majesty's official birthday today.
Mon Jun 03 2024
![China agrees to extend visa exemption for Malaysian tourists China agrees to extend visa exemption for Malaysian tourists](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717128800_Beijing.jpg)
China agrees to extend visa exemption for Malaysian tourists
China has extended the visa-free policy for short-term visits to the republic for Malaysia and 11 other nations until the end of 2025.
Fri May 31 2024
![Ahmad Zahid proposes China extend visa exemption to 30 days for M'sian tourists Ahmad Zahid proposes China extend visa exemption to 30 days for M'sian tourists](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717043106_ZahidHamidi.jpg)
Ahmad Zahid proposes China extend visa exemption to 30 days for M'sian tourists
The decision is expected to be announced during the official visit of China's top leaders to Malaysia next month, said Datuk Norman Muhamad.
Thu May 30 2024
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Ringgit opens lower against US dollar, mostly higher versus other major currencies
The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today, extending its downtrend from yesterday's closing due to higher demand for greenback.
Thu May 30 2024
![King, Queen extend Happy Wesak Day greetings to all Malaysian Buddhists King, Queen extend Happy Wesak Day greetings to all Malaysian Buddhists](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716340207_HARIWESAK.jpg)
King, Queen extend Happy Wesak Day greetings to all Malaysian Buddhists
Their Majesties said that racial harmony is the pillar of national unity.
Wed May 22 2024
![Malaysia expresses condolences over death of Iran President in copter crash Malaysia expresses condolences over death of Iran President in copter crash](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/81644847788_FBREAKWISMAPUTRA.jpg)
Malaysia expresses condolences over death of Iran President in copter crash
According to Wisma Putra, the Malaysian government and its people extend their deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.
Mon May 20 2024
![Australian court lifts order blocking X on church stabbing video Australian court lifts order blocking X on church stabbing video](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61690190377_TBElonMusk.jpg)
Australian court lifts order blocking X on church stabbing video
Australian court refused to extend a temporary order to take down posts showing the stabbing of a Sydney priest in April.
Mon May 13 2024
![Cargo plane makes emergency landing at Istanbul airport, crew safe Cargo plane makes emergency landing at Istanbul airport, crew safe](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71715165445_kapalterbang.jpg)
Cargo plane makes emergency landing at Istanbul airport, crew safe
A Boeing 763 freighter made an emergency landing at Istanbul Airport after its landing gear did not extend.
Wed May 08 2024