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At least 27 dead in Bangkok pub fire
Musicians at the venue described "smoke from a circuit breaker near the stage followed by the power going out and an explosion", says Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people
Most of the victims fled to toilets at the back of the pub that had no exit, says Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who visited the site.
ASEAN hopes to see progress on peace plan by Myanmar
Analysts say ASEAN may have dented its credibility by having the Myanmar foreign minister at the meeting.
Bangladesh monsoon death toll hits 50, thousands displaced
About 35,000 people have been forced to seek shelter in government-run centres amid flash floods and landslides triggered by monsoon rains in the country.
Bangkok and six central provinces on high-tide flood watch
The greatest risk would be between 6pm and 10pm, particularly in riverside and canal-side areas.
Myanmar tells ASEAN detained Aung San Suu Kyi will be looked after, special envoy says
The top diplomats of the 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations met in person with their Myanmar counterpart on Sunday for the first time since the coup, in an effort to kick-start a five-year-old peace initiative that has failed to end a civil war gripping the country.
South Korea asks North Korea for help with finding missing seaman near border
SEOUL, July 12 - South Korea's unification ministry is seeking North Korea's help to find a missing seaman near the two countries' border on the east coast, it said on Sunday.
UMNO’s Onn Hafiz sworn in for second term as Johor chief minister
It marks his second term serving as the chief minister of the state.
Princess Aiko to visit Singapore in November for 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties
It marks her second official overseas visit aimed at fostering friendship and goodwill, after a visit to Laos in 2025.
Myanmar minister informed ASEAN counterparts Suu Kyi in ‘good health’, special envoy says
Myanmar’s foreign minister had made that assurance during a meeting with South-east Asian counterparts.
Vietnam arrests speedboat captain after deadly capsize near Phu Quoc island
The 57-year-old captain of the boat was arrested for “violations of laws” resulting in the capsize.
Vietnam arrests speedboat captain after deadly capsize
Police in southern An Giang province said they arrested the 57-year-old captain of the boat for "violations of laws" resulting in the capsize.
South Korea asks North to help search for missing navy sailor
The sailor is believed to have drifted across the de facto inter-Korean maritime border.
BN rebounds, PH flounders and other winners and losers in the Johor polls
Anwar must ensure his alliance bounces back by the time he calls a general election due by early 2028.
Nearly 4 out of 10 male victims of child sex crimes in South Korea stay silent: Survey
Some victims said they refrained from telling others as "it wasn't manly" and "looked weak" to seek help.
Gone in 48 hours: Satluj, an insurgency film the Indian government doesn’t want you to watch
The film had a short-lived release online before it was removed abruptly.
Banks in South Korea are creating K-dramas now – and viewers are tuning in
Financial institutions are leveraging romance and corporate banking storylines to connect with younger audiences.
South Korea issues first emergency heatwave warning under new rating system
An emergency alert is issued when areas experiencing a heatwave are forecast to hit perceived temperatures of 38°C or an actual temperature of 39°C for one day.
What does BN’s landslide victory in Johor polls mean for PM Anwar, Malaysia’s political landscape?
Barisan Nasional’s sweeping victory in the Johor state election has strengthened its hand within Malaysia’s unity government, while exposing cracks in Pakatan Harapan’s traditional support base, say analysts.
One Indian national missing after attack on vessel off Oman, foreign ministry says
July 12 - One Indian national is missing after an attack on the commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman earlier on Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
South China Sea joint statement says China’s maritime claims have no basis
The joint statement was made by Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries.
Snap Insight: Barisan Nasional won big in Johor state polls - it has Pakatan Harapan to thank
The morning after Johor, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition faces some grim electoral calculations, says CNA’s Leslie Lopez.
Travellers warned against carrying parcels for others as Thailand targets cannabis smugglers
Thailand has ordered tighter checks on outbound cannabis smuggling.
Teen files complaint in South Korea over ‘violent’ in-flight movies
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, the two largest Korean carriers, do not show content rated for viewers 19 or above
How Russia’s Putin turned Japan into a den of spies
Japan’s weak espionage laws and flourishing high-tech industry have made it a crucial piece of the Russian war effort.
West Afghanistan female dress-code crackdown hits businesses
Female shoppers had dominated the customer base of the normally bustling markets in Herat.
Japan successfully launches, lands reusable rocket
The prototype reusable rocket by Japan's space agency reached a height of about 10m and then landed, in a flight that lasted about 40 seconds.
Bhutan battles ‘existential’ population crisis with birth drive
Annual births have dropped by more than a quarter over the past decade.
President Tharman to make first state visit to Malaysia
This will be Mr Tharman's first state visit to Malaysia, Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
Typhoon Bavi batters eastern China, threatens days of heavy rain
WENZHOU, China, July 12 - Typhoon Bavi, the most powerful storm to strike mainland China this year, brought heavy rain to the eastern coast on Sunday and lashed densely populated cities with violent winds, testing the country's ability to cope with extreme weather.
Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in China, downgraded to severe tropical storm
The authorities had evacuated nearly two million people in its path.
Japan government urges use of rice flour amid slump in consumption of staple
The Farm Ministry is encouraging the use of rice flour to make sweets.
New Zealand, India strike 'milestone' strategic partnership
Sealed during a landmark visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the pact covers tighter defence cooperation, including with naval exercises, as well as stronger ties in trade, diplomacy, culture, sport and science.
Johor polls: All 15 Bersama candidates lose their deposit
Bersama had fallen short of internal target of avoiding deposit losses and securing at least 15% of the vote.
‘They don’t need people’: The workers left behind by China’s robot drive
Tens of millions of workers may be left behind by China’s pivot away from low-end manufacturing towards advanced technology.
A nuclear debut in Bangladesh tests developing world’s atomic shift
Once fully completed, the Rooppur facility will be able to supply as much as 15% of the country’s electricity.
Modi courts Indo-Pacific partners as China, US reshape region
The Indian Prime Minister has stepped up engagement in recent weeks, signing a flurry of agreements.
Why South Korea is watching Erling Haaland’s hair ties
Hair tie brand Kknekki was founded in South Korea before it was acquired by Norwegian accessories brand Bon Dep.
When Goliath sues David: China’s trademark wars test public sympathy
While lawyers say enforcement is legitimate, there is growing public sympathy for defendants seen as underdogs.