Tokyo rail station’s weed-munching goats chew their way to stardom

The animals have become a major attraction for local schoolchildren and professionals, as well as a hit on social media.

Pakistan's leaders dread US Democrats' win but its households are praying for it

ISLAMABAD, Nov 6 - Pakistan's leaders spent two years courting US President Donald Trump, but after the Democrats' win in Tuesday's congressional vote, they are preparing for scrutiny of their access to the White House.

Malaysia halts transfer of ex-PM Najib to house arrest, says legal review needed

The attorney-general’s office said it needed time to review a pardon issued by the king and a court order allowing the move.

Boring war: China cuts tunneling machine exports, India digs in

Beijing will begin restricting the export of tunnel boring machines and other advanced construction equipment from Nov 18.

What to know about the presidential wiretapping scandal rocking Indonesia

The scandal involves senior members of President Prabowo Subianto's government, and hint at growing tensions among its elites.

Malaysian PM Anwar disagrees with UMNO’s payment of Najib’s fine but says it’s party’s prerogative

Earlier, UMNO announced the closure of its special Najib Razak Solidarity Fund account.

‘My resignation takes effect the moment Najib steps into his house’: Malaysian minister Anthony Loke

Loke restated his Sept 19 promise after Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution said Najib was having a dental check-up.

Myanmar announces by-elections expanding parliament writ

The junta is trying to extend control in Sagaing, Mandalay and Chin despite ongoing fighting.

China adopts law on Antarctic activities and environmental protection

HONG KONG, Nov 6 - Beijing has approved a law to improve China's Antarctic research and strengthen regulation of its exploration activities, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Friday.

Korea, Taiwan and Japan take first jolt from Democratic AI shock

SEOUL – The fallout from this week’s US midterms is already upending South Korea’s financial system. On Friday, the Kospi plunged more than 8% and fell below 5,000 for the first time since February. Investors clearly fear the Democratic sweep on November 3 will delay or halt

Malaysia PM Anwar says he disagrees with UMNO paying Najib’s US$12.3 million fine

"It should not give the impression that corruption involving billions of ringgit can simply be overlooked," said Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirms he will resign when Najib begins house arrest

Lost in translation? Japan minister blames X for diplomatic near-miss

It was not the first time he had fallen foul of a translation snafu on the platform.

Macau ex-lawmaker sentenced to 12.5 years in prison in city's first national security trial

Au Kam San was arrested in July 2025 for collusion with foreign forces to endanger national security and tried behind closed doors.

Brazil’s Lula to join other world leaders at ASEAN summit

US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are also expected.

Japan to set up ‘cyber rescue team’ after wave of attacks

This comes after dozens of businesses reported unauthorised access to their systems and potential leaks of client data.

Malaysia's AGC calls for temporary halt of ex-PM Najib's house arrest amid legal questions

Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers said Najib's detention status should be maintained at his "existing place of detention" subject to the "powers and directions" of relevant authorities.

Mhia Firdaus feels the weight of being first Malay actress nominated for Taiwan’s Golden Horse Awards

As the first Malay actress to receive a nomination, Mhia is careful to uphold Malaysia's reputation.

North Korea's army of world-class hackers is secret weapon that took down Binance

North Korea identifies top students from a young age, training a select few for cyber operations and rewarding them with perks such as spacious apartments and huge hard currency awards, defectors and analysts say.

X says police order demanding removal of Indian free-speech groups’ accounts was fake

BENGALURU, Nov 6 - Police orders asking X to block online accounts of two of India's most prominent free speech groups were fake, the social media company told an Indian court on Friday, days after the purported content removal requests sparked a public outcry.

Watch: Moment woman rescues young koala from large snake

Nell was walking her dog in Brisbane, Australia, when she saw a distressed koala trying to protect its joey from a python.

Macau jails pro-democracy campaigner in city's first national security case

Au Kam San was sentenced to 12 years and six months' jail for "subversion against the political power of the state".

Man in Japan sent to prosecutors for indecent exposure at samurai monument

The man told police he did it in response to online viewer requests.

US Democrats, please take note: peace is good politics

Voters across the United States were loud and clear on Tuesday in their historic drubbing of Trumpism. The election was a decisive rejection of Trump’s war on Iran and its staggering costs at home. While savoring their victory and the historic opportunity to restore America’s

How anime tourism is helping breathe new life into Japan's shrinking towns

Anime and manga fans are flocking to towns across Japan, bringing new opportunities to communities grappling with depopulation and economic decline.

Indonesia names fourth senior police officer as wiretapping suspect amid deepening political rifts

Three senior police officers have already been arrested, including the former national police chief and Prabowo's chief of staff, Listyo Sigit Prabowo.

Au Kam San: Macau’s ex-lawmaker who called ‘bluntly’ for democracy

His trial is the first case under the national security law in Macau, a former Portuguese colony.

Malaysia ex-PM Najib Razak set for house arrest after party pays fine to leave jail

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 - Jailed former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak's fine has been paid as part of the terms of a royal pardon, his political party said on Friday, paving the way for his transfer to house arrest.

Australian woman shot during Bondi Beach attack dies almost a year later

The 90-year-old was among those seriously injured after gunmen opened fire at a Jewish event last year.

Pakistan’s Fa’az missile aims to escape China, US arms traps

Pakistan’s recent maiden test of its indigenous Fa’az beyond-visual-range missile highlights an urgent push toward self-reliance in high-end air combat, driven by the operational imperatives of volatile border clashes with India and the strategic vulnerabilities of relying on

Indonesia names fourth senior police officer as wiretapping suspect amid deepening political rift

Thousands of troops were deployed in the wake of the wiretapping revelations.

Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak's US$12.3 million fine paid by UMNO, paving way for house arrest

The "solidarity fund" set up for former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak had reached the target amount, UMNO said.

Bangladesh rescues Rohingya refugees in border gun battle

One soldier was killed in the clash on the night of Nov 5, the military said.

Iran sent nuclear proposal to the US via Qatar, senior Iranian official tells Reuters

DUBAI, Nov 5 - Iran has sent the United States a nuclear proposal via Qatar, to be discussed only after Washington meets Tehran’s seven demands, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Thursday.

Malaysia ex-PM Najib Razak leaves jail for house arrest after paying $15.7 million fine

The 73-year-old former leader was jailed for his role in one of the largest-ever global plunders of a sovereign wealth fund.

China passes cross-border corruption law, expanding anti-graft drive

The new law is aimed at deepening international cooperation on the issue and safeguarding China's sovereignty and security.

Australia sends military aircraft to help fight Indonesia fires

The air operation is scheduled to run from Nov 6 to 12.

Ties with Paraguay unaffected, Taiwan says after president resigns

TAIPEI, Nov 6 - Taiwan said on Friday its ties of friendship with Paraguay have not been affected by events in the South American nation, after close ally President Santiago Peña resigned following a bank collapse.

North Korea’s army of world-class hackers is secret weapon that took down Binance

Kim Jong Un previously declared that cyber warfare was crucial to North Korea's strike capability.

Woman, 90, wounded in Bondi Beach shooting dies one year after attack

SYDNEY, Nov 6 - A 90-year-old woman who was seriously injured during the Bondi Beach shooting has died in hospital nearly a year after the attack, authorities said on Friday.

Myanmar plans April by-election, including in conflict areas

Nov 6 - Myanmar's military-appointed election commission has scheduled by-elections for April next year to fill dozens of parliamentary seats, state media said on Friday, including in areas impacted by a protracted civil war.

CNA Explains: What is treason as defined under Indonesia law?

The term treason under Indonesian law has resurfaced amid allegations that former police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo wiretapped President Prabowo Subianto.

Trump could woo North Korea after midterm setback, but Kim may not respond

There is little incentive at the moment for Kim Jong Un to respond, analysts say.

Elderly Bondi shooting victim dies in hospital

Eva Geller, 90, died in hospital almost 11 months after she was shot while attending a Hanukkah event.

Iran’s Hormuz toll regime to punish weakened Trump’s Asian allies

On November 3, as Americans voted in the midterm elections, Tehran announced which states may use the Strait of Hormuz. Amir Hayat Moqaddam, deputy chairman of the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, stated that vessels from India, China, Iraq

Hong Kong grandmother gets 20 days for slapping 5-year-old girl at play area

Leung Lai-ha, 68, her daughter and another woman fought at APM shopping centre in Kwun Tong after children squabbled over a basketball.

China’s Macau jails ex-lawmaker in first national security trial

Former lawmaker and democracy campaigner Au Kam San was sentenced to 12½ years in prison.

The 400km midnight food run delivering Kelantan breakfast to KL

How an overnight supply chain brings Kelantan’s beloved dishes to feed hungry diners in Kuala Lumpur by breakfast.