$2.9 million raised so far for Malaysia ex-PM Najib, says DPM Zahid
Najib’s jail term was commuted to house arrest, conditional on a RM50 million (S$15.7 million) fine.
Headlines
- All
- Africa
- Asia
- Business
- Culture
- Environment
- Europe
- Gaming
- Markets
- Middle East
- Movies & TV
- Music
- Politics
- Science
- South America
- Tech
- World News
US, China should treat AI risk like a pathogen, not a missile
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping wrapped up their Washington summit on September 25 with a two-month extension of the trade truce and warm words about friendship. On artificial intelligence, the leaders mostly ratified what their deputies had sketched in New York days earlier: a
US challenges China on secret nuclear tests as arms race looms
A mounting standoff over allegations of covert Chinese nuclear testing and rapid arsenal expansion has collided with an intensifying domestic debate within the US over whether it must abandon its decades-long test moratorium. US officials are pressing China in confidential
Bangkok floods force thousands into shelters
Nearly 4,900 people have been evacuated to shelters, with around 52,000 households affected by the floods.
OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs called to appear at Australian AI probe
This comes days after the revelation that a rogue OpenAI bot had hacked the country’s health system database.
Nepal’s hydropower ambitions face climate reality check
The disaster knocked 410 megawatts, or about 10 per cent of the generation capacity, out of Nepal’s power system.
Japanese anime actor fights TikTok over AI voice cloning
The lawsuit was filed by Kenjiro Tsuda, known for his starring roles in mega-franchises including Jujutsu Kaisen and Yu-Gi-Oh!
Curtain falls on the romance of India’s single-screen cinemas
The old cinema halls offered a collective, interactive experience.
US 'very much' understands Taiwan's defence needs, Taipei official says
TAIPEI, Sept 27 - The United States \"very much\" understands Taiwan's defence needs and the severe military threat it faces from China, a senior Taiwanese diplomat said on Sunday, following a Washington summit between the US and Chinese leaders.
Cavy chaos: Hundreds attend New Zealand’s biggest guinea pig show
Some competitors prepared their pigs for months, using special diets and daily grooming to get them in the best shape.
Bangkok floodwaters recede as officials race to drain canals
Authorities said that rain had eased, with only scattered clouds remaining, allowing authorities to accelerate efforts to drain canals and lower water levels.
China sends two giant pandas to US after Trump-Xi summit
China loans pandas out as part of a “panda diplomacy” programme to foster foreign ties.
China says it ‘respects’ Trump’s ‘super intelligence’ switch from AI
Trump has repeatedly dismissed AI risks, while Xi said the technology must develop under human control.
Heavy rain continues in Bangkok as storms forecast across 80% of capital and surrounding areas
Schools in Bangkok to close on Sept 28 as heavy rain causes flooding.
Go-kart accident in Malaysia sparks call for nationwide safety review
On July 11, a man was left with severe scalp injuries and required emergency surgery following a go-kart accident.
Death toll from Indonesia ferry sinking jumps to 64
71 people are still missing, according to the National Search and Rescue Agency.
PM Takaichi says Japan, US agree to collaborate on various issues over China
Takaichi stressed that Japan and US are “now allies with the highest mutual trust”.
Scams, illegal businesses pose new setback for Johor’s Forest City revival
Forest City is courting investors and trying to shed its “ghost town” label, but recent controversies are testing efforts to revive the development and its property market.
Malaysia-made luxury foods for less? Meet the farmers behind its caviar, wagyu and melons
Can Malaysia make luxury foods for less? Meet the farmers behind its caviar, wagyu and melons.
China pushes back against US on Iran and Cuba in UN speech
Respect for Gulf sovereignty and an end to pressure on Cuba dominated China’s UN speech, as Chinese Vice President Han Zheng pushed back without naming the US.
Bangladesh launches measles vaccination drive amid deadly outbreak
Health experts have attributed the crisis to disruptions in routine immunisation programmes in 2024 and 2025, when political turmoil, changes to vaccine procurement and the postponement or cancellation of vaccination campaigns left many children unprotected.
India’s election commission orders review of voter-roll changes
A newspaper said the commission's chief had been questioned by his deputies over changes to voter lists.
India's election commission orders review of voter-roll changes
NEW DELHI, Sept 26 - The Election Commission of India ordered a review of its voter-roll software on Saturday after a newspaper reported that its chief had been questioned by his deputies over changes to voter lists that excluded millions of voters.
In Washington, Xi got the word he wanted
Trump is dealing with a China that has proved much harder to squeeze than the one in 2018.
Blast in Pakistan's Dera Ismail Khan kills 11, injures 30
Sept 26 - Eleven people were killed and 30 injured in a blast in Dera Ismail Khan in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday, emergency service Rescue 1122 said.
China says it 'respects' Trump's 'super intelligence' switch from AI
Beijing's foreign ministry said on Saturday (Sep 26) it "attaches importance" to US President Donald Trump's adoption of the term "super intelligence".
Drought declared in three-quarters of India’s richest state
This comes after a prolonged low rainfall in the region home to the megacity of Mumbai.
'I felt embarrassed': Japan esports whizz-kid, 11, wins Games gold
Yuki Kurihara, a bespectacled primary school student believed to be the youngest competitor at the Games in Aichi-Nagoya, won the Puyo Puyo Champions final 10-2.
Japan organisers 'not satisfied' as empty seats blight Asian Games
The Aichi-Nagoya Games said that less than 60 per cent of tickets had been snapped up for eight sports, including football, with a similar amount unsold for the closing ceremony in eight days' time.
Malaysian PM Anwar says he is still waiting for Anthony Loke’s official resignation letter
Anwar was asked on Sept 26 to comment on the status of Loke’s resignation.
New Zealand Nationalist Party vows to scrap longtime indigenous tribunal
The party said it will get back to everyone being equal citizens with equal rights.
Bangkok roads submerged as flood disaster declared
Authorities said the heavy rains have subsided but the flooding is not yet over.
