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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
His Bhumjaithai Party’s rating declined to 12.1% from 17% cent over the same period.
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
If you do not follow the Twitter feed of the Ukrainian Third Army Corps, you should. It does not tweet a great deal, but when it does, especially recently, it has been fascinating. For those of you who do not know of it, the Third Corps is one of the best units in the Ukrainian
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.
Four bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group
Rescuers are still looking for 12 Nepalese cook staff who were preparing for climbers to ascend 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.
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
A devastating flood in August knocked 410 megawatts – about 10 per cent of generation capacity – out of its 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
The senior diplomat said the US understands the severe military threat Taiwan faces from China.
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.
Two giant pandas sent by China after Trump-Xi summit arrive in US
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.
Bangkok flood waters recede after torrential rain as residents count losses
Residents in some flooded neighbourhoods are still stranded in their homes.
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 the US are “now allies with the highest mutual trust”.