![New framework to boost sports performance - PM New framework to boost sports performance - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723440634_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
New framework to boost sports performance - PM
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was part of efforts by the government and athletes to raise the achievements of Malaysian sports.
Mon Aug 12 2024
AWANI Tonight: Indonesian govt lifts smoking age to 21, bans single cigarette sales
Indonesia has raised the minimum age for purchasing cigarettes from 18 to 21, effective immediately. This move is part of new health regulations aimed at combating smoking.
Wed Jul 31 2024
![Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41721438703_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Subsidy rationalisation part of efforts to cut yearly borrowing to RM86 bil in 2024 - PM
The government aims to decrease annual borrowing to RM86 billion in 2024 from RM93 billion in 2023 and RM100 billion in 2022.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Proposal to enact new law on cyberbullying to be tabled at Cabinet meeting tomorrow - Fahmi Proposal to enact new law on cyberbullying to be tabled at Cabinet meeting tomorrow - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51713591758_TBFahmi.jpg)
Proposal to enact new law on cyberbullying to be tabled at Cabinet meeting tomorrow - Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said it is part of the ministry's effort to make social media platforms safer for users.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![UN assessment suggests Ukraine children's hospital hit by Russian missile UN assessment suggests Ukraine children's hospital hit by Russian missile](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
UN assessment suggests Ukraine children's hospital hit by Russian missile
The strike in broad daylight was part of a series of attacks that killed at least 41 people across Ukraine, including children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698398351_MohamadHasan.jpg)
Malaysia eyes BRICS membership to amplify global voice - Mohamad
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Msia's influence will grow significantly as part of this economic bloc compared to operating independently.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![In apparent blow to Biden plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war In apparent blow to Biden plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717641016_Israelisoldier.jpg)
In apparent blow to Biden plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war
Hamas leader demands Israeli withdrawal as part of a ceasefire plan, dealing an apparent blow to the truce proposal by Joe Biden.
Thu Jun 06 2024
![At least 15 dead in eastern India over 24 hours as temperatures soar At least 15 dead in eastern India over 24 hours as temperatures soar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716966277_landfillsite.jpg)
At least 15 dead in eastern India over 24 hours as temperatures soar
India has been experiencing a blisteringly hot summer and a part of capital Delhi recorded the country's highest ever temperature.
Fri May 31 2024
![Israeli military says combat in part of north Gaza is over Israeli military says combat in part of north Gaza is over](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716891580_TBGazaborder.jpg)
Israeli military says combat in part of north Gaza is over
Israeli forces have ended combat operations in the Jabalia area of north Gaza after destroying more than 10 kilometres of tunnels.
Fri May 31 2024
![Cops probe whether incidents involving important national institutions are random or planned acts - Saifuddin Cops probe whether incidents involving important national institutions are random or planned acts - Saifuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716189909_SaifuddinNasution.jpg)
Cops probe whether incidents involving important national institutions are random or planned acts - Saifuddin
It is crucial for the police investigation to determine (whether the attacks) are random acts or part of a coordinated plan.
Mon May 20 2024
![Palestinian public sector salaries squeezed as Israel withholds tax revenue Palestinian public sector salaries squeezed as Israel withholds tax revenue](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41714206333_Rafahjpg.jpg)
Palestinian public sector salaries squeezed as Israel withholds tax revenue
Only part of public sector salaries would be paid this week, keeping up a squeeze on payrolls that lasted for months, the authority said.
Mon May 13 2024
![King visits parliament of Singapore King visits parliament of Singapore](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715066114_agongjpg.jpg)
King visits parliament of Singapore
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia today visited the Parliament of Singapore as part of his two-day state visit to the republic.
Tue May 07 2024
![Israel begins evacuating part of Rafah, Hamas decries 'dangerous escalation' Israel begins evacuating part of Rafah, Hamas decries 'dangerous escalation'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81714986385_Palestiniancivilian.jpg)
Israel begins evacuating part of Rafah, Hamas decries 'dangerous escalation'
Israel's military said it had begun encouraging residents of Rafah to evacuate in a "limited scope" operation.
Mon May 06 2024
![Houthis attack four ships in Indian Ocean, Red Sea Houthis attack four ships in Indian Ocean, Red Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712833376_tbHouthisupporters.jpg)
Houthis attack four ships in Indian Ocean, Red Sea
Part of their ongoing campaign against international shipping in solidarity with Palestinians against Israel's military actions in Gaza.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![Dinosaurs displayed a fast growth rate from the very beginning Dinosaurs displayed a fast growth rate from the very beginning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71714046974_TBdinosaur.jpg)
Dinosaurs displayed a fast growth rate from the very beginning
Growing quickly allows organisms to escape the risky business of being small for a long part of their life history, says a paleontologist.
Sat Apr 27 2024