Malaysian pop star Siti Nurhaliza escapes with minor injuries after accident on KL highway
The singer said she did not sustain any serious injuries besides swelling on her leg.
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Samsung asks court to block illegal strike activities by unions
Samsung said it would like to prevent unlawful actions such as occupation of production lines.
Ice forms on Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu due to dry conditions
Climbers are advised to use suitable cold-weather clothing.
No port? No problem: How landlocked Henan exports goods to the world
A pilot programme with Shandong is helping Henan cut export costs and reach global markets faster.
Armenia detains pro-Russian opposition figures ahead of June elections
TBILISI, April 16 - Anti-corruption authorities in Armenia detained 14 people connected to a pro-Russian opposition party on Thursday on suspicion of electoral bribery, less than two months ahead of a parliamentary election in the South Caucasus country.
China tells travellers to use caution after 'malicious' US border checks
Around 20 Chinese scholars were "recently" denied entry by US Customs and Border Protection despite holding valid visas, according to a foreign ministry statement.
Turkey urges "constructive" U.S.-Iran talks to end war
ANKARA, April 16 - Turkey said on Thursday it would continue supporting peace talks between the United States and Iran and called on the sides to be \"constructive\" in negotiations to end the war.
Indonesia losing its sovereign way between US and China
By any reasonable reading, Indonesia’s foreign ministry is right to urge caution over a new proposed US military overflight agreement. But the deeper problem is not the deal itself. It is what the deal reveals: a foreign policy that is increasingly ad hoc, reactive and at times
Taiwan’s opposition courting China as faith in US fades
The visit of Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Kuomintang (KMT), Taiwan’s largest opposition party, to the People’s Republic of China arguably marked a historic moment in cross-strait relations. It was the first such visit by a KMT chair in a decade, and the meeting between Cheng
‘Start up toilet function’: Chinese carmaker patents voice-activated in-car toilet
The on-the-go lavatory can be accessed manually through pushing the seat back.
Malaysia cops hunt 4 suspects who robbed Kuala Lumpur shop of $3.1m worth of gold
Police received a distress call about the brazen daylight robbery at around 11am.
India plans Parliament expansion for women; opposition cries foul
The Indian government was seeking to expand the size of Parliament by two-fifths.
Iran, US narrow differences after Pakistani mediation but splits remain, senior Iranian official says
DUBAI, April 16 - Iran and the United States have made some progress as they push for an agreement under Pakistani mediation, but more than halfway through a two-week truce big splits remain including over Tehran's nuclear ambitions, a senior Iranian official said on Thursday.
Malaysia preparing to amend laws to curb waste dumping, report says
This comes as the country seeks to avoid becoming a global dumping ground for discarded components.
Australian court overturns protest limits after Bondi Beach attack
The court stated that the law infringed upon the implied freedom of political communication.
Thai farmers pin hopes on microbes to end annual burning crisis
Microbes soften soil by chewing up post-harvest leftovers.
Iran war exposes cost of Asia’s fossil fuel reliance
Three in four people globally live in net fossil-fuel-importing nations.
Commercial operation begins at TEPCO’s recently rebooted nuclear plant in Japan
Commercial operation was initially scheduled to begin on Feb 26 but was postponed twice.
Helicopter carrying eight missing after losing contact in Indonesia
It was carrying two crew members and six passengers.
Man in Malaysia arrested after video of puppy aggressively submerged in water tank goes viral
Three dogs were also seized with the assistance of the veterinary services department for further action, the police said.
South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam
SEOUL, April 16 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make a state visit to India, the first by a South Korean leader in eight years, before heading to Vietnam, a presidential adviser said on Thursday.
Will oil prices ever truly return to ‘normal’?
The fallout from war between the United States, Israel and Iran has dominated global oil markets. And not just because the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries about 20% of global oil and gas, remains effectively closed to shipping traffic. Deep uncertainty about how long
China issues US safety alert over citizens citing ‘malicious questioning’ by US border officers
The Chinese scholars were holding valid US visas, the ministry said.
Indonesia arrests chief ombudsman on bribery charges after only six days in office
Hery Susanto allegedly received 1.5 billion rupiah (S$111,160) from a nickel company.
China issues US safety alert for citizens citing 'malicious questioning' by US border officers
BEIJING, April 16 - China's foreign ministry on Thursday issued a notice warning citizens of security risks traveling to the U.S. and advised citizens not to enter the country from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Ex-teacher in Japan gets 2½ years’ jail for sharing pupil’s image in voyeur group he set up
He secretly took a picture of a then 9-year-old girl that showed her underwear during an off-campus school activity.
China carefully navigating Iran’s tighter Hormuz grip
The Trump administration claims its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is working, with nine ships complying with orders to turn around. One of those was a Chinese-owned tanker called the Rich Starry that turned around in the Gulf of Oman on Wednesday to head back through the
South Korean president to visit India, Vietnam
Like many Asian economies, South Korea has faced mounting risks to its energy supplies since US-Israeli attacks on Iran in late February prompted Tehran to effectively close Strait of Hormuz.
Indonesia to tap ASEAN, domestic tourism amid Iran war fallout
Despite its diverse tourist site potential, Indonesia still lags behind its regional peers.
University of Indonesia suspends 16 male law students over viral lewd chat
The sexually explicit group chat about their female peers sparked a debate about gender violence.
PM Anwar says Middle East states are using Malaysia to engage Iran
He signalled that Malaysia could play a role in ending the conflict in the Middle East.
Cops in Malaysia seize fentanyl-laced vape cartridges in $10m drug bust
One of the suspects worked as a transporter and the other as a storekeeper.
Prince Harry praises Australia’s leadership on social media ban as Meghan tells of online bullying
Australia in December became the first country in the world to ban social media for children under 16.
Malaysia's Petronas to supply excess fuel to Australia as leaders vow closer energy ties
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he had obtained an assurance from Petronas on the matter following discussions with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on boosting agricultural and fuel trade.
Top Indonesian university suspends 16 law students over alleged sexual harassment
The case went viral after screenshots of vulgar remarks and sexually explicit jokes targeting at least 20 female students and seven lecturers, allegedly from a student chat group, were shared online.
Russia’s war on Telegram may ignite the very fire it fears
Russia is preparing for another phase of war in Ukraine, but the battlefield that matters most may no longer be in Donbas. It is inside the country’s own information space. As economic pressure mounts, battlefield gains remain limited and casualties continue to rise, the
‘Sharing the pain’: Domestic airfares in Indonesia soar, but who’s really feeling the pinch?
A recent fuel surcharge hike of up to 38 per cent announced by the government has sent airfares rocketing, disrupting travel plans and fuelling backlash online.
Sri Lanka arrests nine Chinese over attempt to smuggle in alleged cyberscam equipment
"The equipment was taped to the bodies of the suspects," a customs spokesman said, noting the haul was valued at 24 million rupees (US$78,000) and was confiscated.
Two kids gave $2.30 of Hari Raya money to Malaysia PM Anwar, and received iPads in return
The siblings, aged 10 and eight, gave him RM7 from their pocket money after waiting an hour at the airport to meet him.
Sri Lanka arrests nine Chinese over alleged cyberscam gear
Officers recovered equipment such as used mobile phones, tablet computers and Wi-Fi routers.
Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Tuapse port kills two children, governor says
MOSCOW, April 16 - A major Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse killed two children and sparked a large fire, Russian officials and media reported.
Australia secures extra diesel from Brunei, South Korea to bolster war-hit supply
It holds roughly 38 days’ worth of petrol in reserve, below the 90-day minimum dictated by the International Energy Agency.
Nepal panel to probe property, assets of politicians and officials
The probe is expected to cover hundreds of politicians and officials.
Leaked lewd chats expose problem of sexual violence in top Indonesian universities
Sexual violence has been a persistent problem on Indonesian campuses for decades.
Japan pledges $10bn to help Asian countries deal with oil crisis
The aid is roughly equivalent to a year's worth of crude oil imports by Asean countries.
Australia ramps up defence spending, sees parallels to WWII era
The government will spend an additional A$53 billion (S$48.39 billion) over the next decade.
Whimsical sheep foam art of matcha latte in Shanghai causes stir online
A TikTok creative framing of drinking all the foam sheep in a mouthful as the “sheep-killing plan” ignited a viral trend.
Japan’s foreign minister urges diplomacy in call with Iranian counterpart
Toshimitsu Motegi reiterated the importance of keeping the ceasefire between Iran and the US in place.
US Big Oil earning $30 million per hour from Iran war
US President Donald Trump’s unprovoked war of choice in Iran has been a goldmine for America’s fossil fuels industry, which is earning massive windfall profits thanks to the rise in the price of petroleum. An analysis published by The Guardian on Wednesday estimated that the
Bali residents take to burning rubbish as landfill rules change
Organic waste accounts for about two-thirds of all waste produced in Bali.