Two dead, 14 missing after avalanche on Nepal’s Himlung peak
The avalanche swept through the base camp of the 7,126m peak early on Sept 27.
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Round-the-clock security at Najib’s residence to remain, says KL top cop
The security detail will remain active until further instructions are received.
US nuclear pact puts Saudi Arabia on path to the bomb
A contentious civilian nuclear agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia has ignited a sharp debate over Middle Eastern security, laying bare the escalating friction between American nonproliferation objectives and the kingdom’s strategic ambitions. This month, The Washington
Cheonjiyeon Falls on South Korea’s Jeju Island to be closed at night after fatal fall
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Divers braved leaking fuel and dangerously unsound structures to find the 69 passengers still missing.
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Siti Hasmah, wife of Malaysian ex-PM Mahathir, dies at 100
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Taiwan pushes back after Xi seeks to win over Trump on World War Two narrative
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‘Currently impossible’: North Korea defections in free fall
The main cause is leader Kim Jong Un’s aim to preserve his family dynasty by sealing the country off from the outside, experts say.
Siti Hasmah, wife of former Malaysian PM Mahathir, dies aged 100
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Formula 1 return to Malaysia will drive business in Sepang
The Oct 2-4 event is expected to draw more than 110,000 spectators.
Bangkok flood jet ski rider faces court on Sept 28
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Bank of Japan debated need for faster rate hikes, July minutes show
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Raccoons spread into Japanese cities as farm damage mounts
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The surprising reasons China is sceptical of AI safety calls
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Struggle over Hormuz and Bab el‑Mandeb straits is centuries old
Over recent months, the straits of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb have become synonymous with geopolitical jostling. Whoever controls these narrow waterways governs the flow of maritime traffic from the Arabian Sea and the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean – and with it, a vitally
Trump rejects deal, Iran diplomat calls for ‘negotiated solution’
As US President Donald Trump publicly rejected Iran’s proposal for a ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz this weekend, the Iranian foreign minister reiterated that “there is no alternative to a negotiated solution.” “There’s always hope for diplomacy,” though the
South Korea demands apology from Ukraine over North Korean prisoners of war disclosure
South Korea accused Kyiv of disclosing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war and then falsely denying that the two sides had agreed to keep the move confidential.
Thai PM Anutin’s support drops in latest poll as pressures rise
Only 13.8 per cent of people polled backed Anutin as prime minister in September, compared with 21.7 per cent in June.
Indonesia’s disaster mitigation masterplan hinges on enforcement, community preparedness
A string of disasters has prompted Indonesia to draw up a mitigation masterplan. Experts tell CNA that one of the challenges is ensuring the capabilities are consistently connected and maintained across a country of more than 17,000 islands.
Despite controversy, Malaysian scholars’ nativist views draw support
Some believe the country’s multi-ethnic character has diluted Malay historical primacy.
For Ukraine, some good news but also some bad news
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Hezbollah plans to contribute to project to house thousands of Lebanese displaced, chief says
BEIRUT, Sept 27 - Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah said on Sunday it would contribute soon to a project aimed at housing thousands of people displaced due to the war with Israel.
Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group
Rescuers are looking for at least 10 Nepalese people who were preparing to take climbers up the Himlung Himal peak.
South Korea demands apology from Ukraine over disclosure of North Korean PoW transfer
South Korea agreed to keep the transfer confidential given security, diplomatic and humanitarian concerns.
South Korean military, UN command launch investigation into DMZ explosion
A team of about 40 officials searched an area near the site where the blast happened on Sept 21.
South Korean military, UN Command launch investigation into DMZ explosion
A team of about 40 officials searched an area near the site where the blast happened on Sept 21.
Bangkok floodwaters recede after torrential rain as residents count losses
BANGKOK, Sept 27 - Floodwaters receded in many parts of the Thai capital Bangkok on Sunday after torrential rain eased, even as residents in some flooded neighbourhoods remained stranded in their homes.
Thailand declares two-day civil service holiday due to floods
BANGKOK, Sept 27 - Thailand's cabinet on Sunday approved special holidays on September 28 and 29 for civil servants in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces due to heavy rainfall.
Najib Razak's 'solidarity fund' raises US$2.27 million, still short of US$12.27 million target: DPM Zahid
The jailed former Malaysian prime minister’s eldest son told reporters that even if his father's frozen assets were released, his family would still be unable to immediately raise the fine for Najib to serve his sentence at home as part of a royal pardon.
Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed after crossing from Pakistan; Islamabad denies ties
KABUL/ISLAMABAD, Sept 27 - Afghanistan's defence ministry said on Sunday its forces had killed 28 fighters and wounded 32 in the eastern province of Nuristan after a group it said included Islamic State militants crossed from Pakistan.
Iran's army voices readiness for potential renewed US attack
DUBAI, Sept 27 - Iran's armed forces are prepared for any renewed U.S. attacks, state media quoted army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia saying on Sunday, after US President Donald Trump said he rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end fighting.
Before BTS and Blackpink, there was Big Bang: Now the Kings of K-pop are back
Big Bang played London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking a long-awaited return for the group that helped build the blueprint for modern K-pop.
Ten missing on Nepal’s Himlung peak after avalanche
The 7,126m tall Himlung peak had several days of heavy snowfall ahead of the avalanche.
Barisan Nasional to leave unity govt once Parliament is dissolved, says chairman Zahid
He said the coalition would remain committed to the unity government until then.
Floods, landslides kill 56 in India and 14 in Nepal
The Nepali authorities warned of possible flash floods in 49 of the country’s 77 districts.
Floods, landslides kill 15 in India, four in Nepal as rivers rise
BHUBANESWAR, India/KATHMANDU, Sept 27 - Heavy rain and storms have triggered floods and landslides across parts of India and neighbouring Nepal, killing at least 19 people and leaving 10 workers missing as rivers rose above danger levels, authorities said.
$2.9 million raised so far for Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib, says DPM Zahid
Najib Razak must pay a RM50 million fine before his house arrest can be fully implemented.