Malaysia's Firefly extends Kuala Lumpur – Singapore flight cancellations due to haze

The Philippine military has rejected calls to restore direct communication channels with its Chinese counterpart, despite warnings from Beijing that their absence risks “miscalculation” during confrontations and could further escalate tensions in the South China Sea. On Tuesday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said it would not communicate with its Chinese counterpart in advance of its maritime operations, arguing that such channels were ineffective without mutual respect for international...

Penang Island of Malaysia has been ranked among the world's 10 most welcoming destinations for visitors, according to a study by travel eSIM provider Holafly.

PARLIAMENT | 'This includes info on coordinates of fire hotspots, land ownership.'

The US government’s plan to live-stream the execution of a former Army member convicted in a deadly 2009 mass shooting is raising questions about how effectively Southeast Asian governments can restrict graphic online content. Analysts say while authorities may have powers to restrict access to the live stream, containing clips and altered copies of the killing posted to social media could prove far more difficult. The issue gained fresh urgency on Tuesday, after Australia’s Environment Minister...

Relatives seek answers from police, demand independent probe into death.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has ordered a thorough investigation into allegations that a car battery maker gave workers lead-flushing injections disguised as vitamin shots.

Aliff Daniel is said to have portrayed himself as a spiritual healer, mother also arrested.

Case being investigated under Section 409 of the Penal Code – Rusdi.

US President Donald Trump’s decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel exports and allow fresh supplies to reach global markets could give India greater leverage in its own dispute with Washington over discounted crude purchases, analysts said. Beyond the energy dispute, they said the move could also open up diplomatic opportunities for New Delhi, from pressing for more consistent treatment by Washington to building on its efforts to help negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Under the...

A student was caught wearing AI-powered smart glasses during Yonsei University's mathematics essay entrance exam in Seoul on Oct. 10, a week after a similar case at the University of Seoul.

PARLIAMENT | Fadhli says controlled centres could ease refugee influx concerns.

Our party's constitution upholds institution of Malay rulers, he says.