![Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717758057_hajj.jpg)
Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning
The final days of the Hajj coincide with Muslims in Malaysia celebrating Aidiladha.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![King reiterates focus on combating corruption under his reign King reiterates focus on combating corruption under his reign](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61711951799_TBazambakijpg.jpg)
King reiterates focus on combating corruption under his reign
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim presented a pack of honey as a symbolic gesture marking the end of the 'honeymoon period' to Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![Actor Idris Elba leads knife crime campaign with symbolic display Actor Idris Elba leads knife crime campaign with symbolic display](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61704780829_TBElbajpg.jpg)
Actor Idris Elba leads knife crime campaign with symbolic display
Idris Elba is demanding an immediate ban on machetes and so-called "zombie knives" - bladed weapons originally inspired by zombie films.
Tue Jan 09 2024
![Australia bans Nazi salute and public display of terror group symbols Australia bans Nazi salute and public display of terror group symbols](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71663495114_TBSYDNEYjpg.jpg)
Australia bans Nazi salute and public display of terror group symbols
The law makes it an offense punishable by up to 12 months in prison to publicly perform the Nazi salute or display the Nazi swastika.
Mon Jan 08 2024
![OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689415054_TBNorzaZakaria.jpg)
OCM ready to discuss with KBS to set up fund for producing sports films
OCM wants to apply to the government, to set up a fund to assist those who are keen to produce movies symbolising success in sports.
Thu Dec 14 2023
![Agong receives over RM65 mil in business tithe Agong receives over RM65 mil in business tithe](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/71699939801_YangdiPertuanAgon.jpg)
Agong receives over RM65 mil in business tithe
The symbolic ceremony for the payment of RM65,379,959 from 16 corporate companies took place at Istana Negara.
Tue Nov 14 2023
![Halloween revellers throng Shanghai, some wearing costumes seen as a protest to China policies Halloween revellers throng Shanghai, some wearing costumes seen as a protest to China policies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/51698828540_950x600.jpg)
Halloween revellers throng Shanghai, some wearing costumes seen as a protest to China policies
Some party goers also showed up with blank sheets of paper stuck to their clothes, a key symbol of last year's protests.
Wed Nov 01 2023
![Switzerland's beloved St. Bernard dogs lap up new social role Switzerland's beloved St. Bernard dogs lap up new social role](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/61695964721_puppies.jpg)
Switzerland's beloved St. Bernard dogs lap up new social role
The dogs, one of Switzerland's national symbols internationally renowned for helping alpine rescues, are now saving people in other ways.
Fri Sep 29 2023
![Yi Yi and Sheng Yi, visible symbols of China's panda diplomacy with Malaysia Yi Yi and Sheng Yi, visible symbols of China's panda diplomacy with Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41693302734_panda.jpg)
Yi Yi and Sheng Yi, visible symbols of China's panda diplomacy with Malaysia
The pandas were loaned to Malaysia as China viewed the country as one of its important partners.
Tue Aug 29 2023
![Nyonya embroidery: The decline of Malaysia's best symbol of multicultural harmony Nyonya embroidery: The decline of Malaysia's best symbol of multicultural harmony](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/81692950746_Coraksulaman.jpg)
Nyonya embroidery: The decline of Malaysia's best symbol of multicultural harmony
The Nyonya embroidery was also a status symbol in the Baba Nyonya community and played an important role in society.
Sat Aug 26 2023
![No political party symbols can be used for government aid - PM No political party symbols can be used for government aid - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/81692950099_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No political party symbols can be used for government aid - PM
There is an issue about the distribution of govt aid to the people, party symbols cannot be used for this, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Fri Aug 25 2023
![MOTAC preparing documentation for multi-nomination of Kebaya to UNESCO MOTAC preparing documentation for multi-nomination of Kebaya to UNESCO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81680590470_kebaya.jpg)
MOTAC preparing documentation for multi-nomination of Kebaya to UNESCO
The joint nomination with Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand is aimed at preserving the traditional garment as an important symbol of the culture and identity of women.
Sat Jul 29 2023
![Swarmed with tourists, Japan town blocks off viral view of Mt. Fuji Swarmed with tourists, Japan town blocks off viral view of Mt. Fuji](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716542946_tbWorkersbarrier.jpg)
Swarmed with tourists, Japan town blocks off viral view of Mt. Fuji
The drastic decision to block the view of Mt. Fuji symbolizes tensions across Japan as it reckons with the consequences of its tourism boom.
Fri May 26 2023
![No decision yet on allies using BN symbol in state polls - Ahmad Zahid No decision yet on allies using BN symbol in state polls - Ahmad Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51683792402_TBzahidhamidi.jpg)
No decision yet on allies using BN symbol in state polls - Ahmad Zahid
BN has not decided whether to allow its allies in the Unity Government to contest under the BN symbol in the six state elections due this year, said BN chairman Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi
Thu May 11 2023
![Coronation regalia steeped in history and symbolism Coronation regalia steeped in history and symbolism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81683184042_newuniform.jpg)
Coronation regalia steeped in history and symbolism
The coronation of King Charles III will showcase unusual relics and the world's finest jewels.
Fri May 05 2023