![Reviving dialogue a crucial step in overcoming US-China pessimism Reviving dialogue a crucial step in overcoming US-China pessimism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/51631084052_uschina.jpg)
Reviving dialogue a crucial step in overcoming US-China pessimism
Fluctuations in tension and cooperation are common between the US and China, but observers say the relationship is probably at its most fragile yet.
Mon Aug 07 2023
![Chinese cities broil in heat, brace for more record temperatures Chinese cities broil in heat, brace for more record temperatures](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51682910032_LabourDay.jpg)
Chinese cities broil in heat, brace for more record temperatures
The country braces for record-breaking heat that could threaten electricity supply, crops and a fragile economy.
Mon May 15 2023
![Ukraine designer evokes the pain of war at NY fashion show Ukraine designer evokes the pain of war at NY fashion show](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663226935_NEWYORK.jpg)
Ukraine designer evokes the pain of war at NY fashion show
The ample cut of some of Svitlana Bevza's skirts also recalls the fit of Ukrainian farm women harvesting wheat.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Greenland treads softly on tourism as icebergs melt Greenland treads softly on tourism as icebergs melt](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51661152329_ARTIC.jpg)
Greenland treads softly on tourism as icebergs melt
Authorities are mulling ways to control crowds to protect the fragile environment, already threatened by global warming.
Mon Aug 22 2022
![Great Barrier Reef sees fragile coral comeback Great Barrier Reef sees fragile coral comeback](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/81659698112_GreatBarrierReef.jpg)
Great Barrier Reef sees fragile coral comeback
Scientists surveying 87 sites said northern and central parts of the reef had bounced back from damage more quickly than some had expected.
Sun Aug 07 2022
![How Venice has been fighting to protect its heritage for over 30 years How Venice has been fighting to protect its heritage for over 30 years](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/71650622932_VENICE.jpg)
How Venice has been fighting to protect its heritage for over 30 years
Venice continually come up with new measures aimed at preserving its fragile architectural and historical heritage.
Sun Apr 24 2022
![Malaysia's Petronas sees oil demand fragile and uncertain Malaysia's Petronas sees oil demand fragile and uncertain](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81640009797_klccpetronas.jpg)
Malaysia's Petronas sees oil demand fragile and uncertain
Petronas said industry players were optimistic about economic recovery but remained cautious.
Tue Dec 28 2021
![The injustice of stereotyping Malaysia as a failed state The injustice of stereotyping Malaysia as a failed state](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/61626248340_MALAYSIA.jpg)
The injustice of stereotyping Malaysia as a failed state
Malaysia is in the 123rd position with a year-on-year improvement in its score that decreases by 0.7 point.
Wed Jul 14 2021
![Fourteen hours to collect a corpse in Jakarta as COVID toll mounts Fourteen hours to collect a corpse in Jakarta as COVID toll mounts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/61624513749_JAKARTA.jpg)
Fourteen hours to collect a corpse in Jakarta as COVID toll mounts
The stories offer a window into the strains on Indonesia's fragile healthcare system as case numbers and deaths mount.
Thu Jun 24 2021
![Vaccines effective against variants but overseas travel still not safe: WHO Vaccines effective against variants but overseas travel still not safe: WHO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/61619834038_WHO.jpg)
Vaccines effective against variants but overseas travel still not safe: WHO
Progress against the coronavirus pandemic remains "fragile" and international travel should be avoided.
Thu May 20 2021
![Undi 18: IRDP disappointed with Rais Yatim's statement, PN's fragile reflection on democracy Undi 18: IRDP disappointed with Rais Yatim's statement, PN's fragile reflection on democracy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71615713336_TANSRIMOHAMADARIF.jpg)
Undi 18: IRDP disappointed with Rais Yatim's statement, PN's fragile reflection on democracy
Failure to implement the provisions of the Federal Constitution will deny 1.8 mln young people aged 18-20 yrs the right to vote in the GE15.
Sun Mar 14 2021
![The Apple Watch is still number one in the smartwatch market The Apple Watch is still number one in the smartwatch market](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/51615436304_AppleWatch.jpg)
The Apple Watch is still number one in the smartwatch market
In this fragile context, Apple maintains its position as market leader, further increasing its lead over competitors.
Thu Mar 11 2021
![Coup chaos in Myanmar leaves employers fretting over paying staff Coup chaos in Myanmar leaves employers fretting over paying staff](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/41614240947_MYANMAR.jpg)
Coup chaos in Myanmar leaves employers fretting over paying staff
Ahead of payday on Friday, the first since the Feb. 1 coup, a cloud is hanging over Myanmar's fragile economy.
Thu Feb 25 2021
![Biden, reflecting on Senate acquittal of Trump, says 'democracy is fragile' Biden, reflecting on Senate acquittal of Trump, says 'democracy is fragile'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/41613275262_Biden.jpg)
Biden, reflecting on Senate acquittal of Trump, says 'democracy is fragile'
"This sad chapter in our history has reminded us that democracy is fragile."
Sun Feb 14 2021
![Democrats losing paths to Senate control as GOP hangs on Democrats losing paths to Senate control as GOP hangs on](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/61604486955_MitchMcConell.jpg)
Democrats losing paths to Senate control as GOP hangs on
Hopes fading for Senate control, Democrats had a disappointing election night as Republicans swatted down an onslaught of challengers and fought to retain their fragile majority.
Wed Nov 04 2020