![WHO head says COVID-19 death toll down 95 pct since beginning of 2023 WHO head says COVID-19 death toll down 95 pct since beginning of 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/81617346110_TedrosAdhanom.jpg)
WHO head says COVID-19 death toll down 95 pct since beginning of 2023
However, the pandemic threat is far from being resolved since the virus can still mutate and cause new waves of deaths, WHO said.
Thu Apr 27 2023
![Leading New Wave film director Jean-Luc Godard dies aged 91 Leading New Wave film director Jean-Luc Godard dies aged 91](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/51663136634_JeanLucGodard.jpg)
Leading New Wave film director Jean-Luc Godard dies aged 91
Godard redefined what film is, and leaves a staggering legacy.
Wed Sep 14 2022
![Malaysia-Indonesia ties ride on a new wave under Ismail Sabri Malaysia-Indonesia ties ride on a new wave under Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/71660811806_IsmailSabri.jpg)
Malaysia-Indonesia ties ride on a new wave under Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri is viewed as a prudent and pragmatic leader in his efforts to strengthen bilateral economic, social and cultural ties between Malaysia and Indonesia.
Thu Aug 18 2022
![COVID-19: New wave expected to occur earlier than expected COVID-19: New wave expected to occur earlier than expected](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81655983570_KhairyJamaluddin.jpg)
COVID-19: New wave expected to occur earlier than expected
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said a new wave of COVID-19 infections in the country is expected to occur earlier than expected in the next two to three months based on a rise in daily cases.
Thu Jun 23 2022
#KiniNews: After losing over RM2 billion a day, M'sia to reopen most businesses
The government made the decision to reopen businesses on Monday to prevent economic losses of close to RM100 billion.
In a live address, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said the country has already lost up to RM63 billion for the duration of the movement control order (MCO) since it began on March 18.
Even so, he said the government was aware of concerns that the easing of the MCO might undo the country’s efforts in containing the COVID-19 spread and cause a new wave of infections.
In a live address, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said the country has already lost up to RM63 billion for the duration of the movement control order (MCO) since it began on March 18.
Even so, he said the government was aware of concerns that the easing of the MCO might undo the country’s efforts in containing the COVID-19 spread and cause a new wave of infections.
Fri Mar 18 2022
![Thailand braces for new wave of infections Thailand braces for new wave of infections](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/41641731370_BangkokThailand.jpg)
Thailand braces for new wave of infections
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, Thailand is making necessary preparation to brace for the new wave of infections.
Sun Jan 09 2022
![Wee: Govt takes cautious approach in allowing international cruises to resume Wee: Govt takes cautious approach in allowing international cruises to resume](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41640271525_WeeKaSiong.jpg)
Wee: Govt takes cautious approach in allowing international cruises to resume
Despite the resumption of domestic cruises, the government is taking a cautious approach in allowing the international cruise sector to reopen due to the new wave of the Omicron variant.
Thu Dec 23 2021
![Around 3,000 health workers suspended in France over vaccination - Minister Around 3,000 health workers suspended in France over vaccination - Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631782604_france.jpg)
Around 3,000 health workers suspended in France over vaccination - Minister
Emmanuel Macron's government imposed the rule to boost vaccination uptake and help prevent a new wave of infections.
Thu Sep 16 2021
![France mourns 'national treasure' Belmondo, New Wave cinema star France mourns 'national treasure' Belmondo, New Wave cinema star](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/71630986247_PARIS.jpg)
France mourns 'national treasure' Belmondo, New Wave cinema star
A charismatic actor who often performed his own stunts, Belmondo became one of France's leading comedy and action heroes.
Tue Sep 07 2021
![COVID-19 infections in England have quadrupled since June COVID-19 infections in England have quadrupled since June](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/61608713339_covidLondon.jpg)
COVID-19 infections in England have quadrupled since June
Research showed cases were estimated to be doubling every six days as a new wave fuelled by the Delta coronavirus variant picks up pace.
Thu Jul 08 2021
![Malaysia needs solid foundation to support new wave digitalisation - MDEC Malaysia needs solid foundation to support new wave digitalisation - MDEC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/71500557118_MDEC.jpg)
Malaysia needs solid foundation to support new wave digitalisation - MDEC
According to MDEC, a total of 45 MSC status projects were approved last year with investments worth RM3.9 billion.
Mon May 03 2021
![Raging pandemic shuts down Sao Paulo as Brazil nears Pfizer deal Raging pandemic shuts down Sao Paulo as Brazil nears Pfizer deal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/41592648662_brazilcovidre.jpg)
Raging pandemic shuts down Sao Paulo as Brazil nears Pfizer deal
The partial lockdown in Sao Paulo, Brazil's most-populous state, underscored mounting concerns about a surging new wave of infections.
Thu Mar 04 2021
![Suu Kyi aide among new wave of arrests in Myanmar as Biden approves sanctions Suu Kyi aide among new wave of arrests in Myanmar as Biden approves sanctions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/51613012216_MYANMAR.jpg)
Suu Kyi aide among new wave of arrests in Myanmar as Biden approves sanctions
The aide, Kyaw Tint Swe, had served as minister for the office of the state counsellor under Suu Kyi.
Thu Feb 11 2021
![Atlanta officer fired after fatal shooting of black man Atlanta officer fired after fatal shooting of black man](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/61592125376_atlanta.jpg)
Atlanta officer fired after fatal shooting of black man
The Friday night killing of Rayshard Brooks sparked a new wave of protests
Sun Jun 14 2020
![Good news but the war against COVID-19 is not over Good news but the war against COVID-19 is not over](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/61590028528_SOPairportlabuan.jpg)
Good news but the war against COVID-19 is not over
Interestingly, this number of new cases was a drastic drop from the 187 positive cases the day before which involved mostly foreigners.
Thu May 28 2020