Former Indonesian anti-graft prosecutor goes on trial for corruption
Indonesia has long struggled with corruption and has arrested scores of public officials in recent years.
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Turkey sending technical, defensive support to Saudi Arabia to help fight Houthis, officials say
ANKARA/RIYADH, Oct 7 - Turkey is sending mainly defensive and technical support to Saudi Arabia to help it fight Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, two officials said on Wednesday, after the NATO member and Pakistan pledged to act on the collective defence commitment of their newly
How Yemen’s renewed civil war could set the whole region ablaze
The Middle East has seen many explosions of violence in recent years. But while the US-Iran war has grabbed the headlines this year, the rapidly escalating conflict between the Houthis and Yemen’s internationally recognized government and Saudi Arabia risks becoming just as
Indonesian court hears 'negligence' complaint against state over fires, haze
Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto and the governor of West Kalimantan are among 10 defendants.
Kagan and Soai win 2026 Nobel chemistry prize
STOCKHOLM, Oct 7 - Scientists Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry \"for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis,\" the award-giving body said on Wednesday.
Sri Lanka's ex-first lady arrested over alleged misuse of children's hospital donations
The 73-year-old has been arrested over allegations that a charity she is linked to misused donations.
Japan beer giants raided over alleged price-fixing cartel
Asahi, Kirin and Suntory confirmed their premises were searched by Japanese competition authorities.
Malaysian PM Anwar set to boost budget spending as election speculation grows
He is likely to prioritise cash handouts to middle-income groups when he presents the 2027 spending plan to Parliament.
Greenpeace catches Hong Kong geopark ‘golden week’ visitors damaging marine life
These included catching live sea cucumbers, using metal tools to dig out sea snails and clams, and picking up coral skeletons.
South Korea plans to ease student visa rules, new gap-year track to woo foreign talent
Proposals include simpler part-time work permits and new pathways to employment and long-term residence.
Thailand floods death toll rises to 60 since mid-September
In central Prachinburi province, 19 people have died, according to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation.
Indonesia’s bourse rebuild is really a monetary policy story
For decades, the Indonesia Stock Exchange has run like a members’ club, where the brokers who trade on the IDX also own it. But that cozy arrangement is about to end under an amended financial sector law that requires the exchange to demutualize. The Financial Services
Taiwan indicts 10 for alleged resale of US chips to China
They allegedly repackaged controlled chips and disguised them as non-controlled chips “made in Taiwan”.
Next steps unclear after Indonesia’s pledge to stop clearing forests for rice fields
Forestry Ministry says it cannot yet say if or when all activities will automatically stop.
Indonesian court hears ‘negligence’ complaint against state over fires, haze
President Prabowo Subianto and the governor of West Kalimantan are among 10 defendants.
Micron workers at Taiwan plant vote to strike over bonuses
Move comes after talks with US memory chip giant on bonus reforms collapsed.
US-Australia hypersonic push no silver bullet against China
The inaugural flight-test release of a US air-launched hypersonic weapon over an Australian weapons range demonstrates both nations’ push for standoff hypersonic strike, yet the weapon’s true combat value hinges on whether allied airbases and kill chains can survive China’s
Myanmar leader lands in Malaysia for migrant return talks
Malaysia says that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will host Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing for talks on the "safe repatriation of Myanmar nationals of all ethnic groups who have been in Malaysia illegally".
Japan raids beer giants over alleged price cartel
Asahi Breweries, Kirin Brewery, Sapporo Breweries, and Suntory are under investigation over suspicions they colluded to hike beverage prices in a violation of anti-monopoly laws.
Pacific's new climate fund gets $15 million boost but remains far below target
NADI, Fiji, Oct 7 - Nations including Fiji and Ireland said on Wednesday they were donating about $15 million to a fund to finance climate resilience and adaptation projects in Pacific islands, but pledges remain far below the fund's target.
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Malaysia; repatriation among key issues
He will be accorded an official welcoming ceremony at the Perdana Putra Complex on Oct 8.
Indian central bank hikes rates for first time since 2023
In doing so, the RBI has shifted gears to join several central banks around the world who have raised rates to curb price rises or boost their currencies.
Constitutional Court rejects bid to disqualify Indonesian V-P Gibran over high school credentials
Petitioners lacked legal standing, but now they plan to take their case to Parliament.
South Korea launches 'K-brand' scheme to fight counterfeits
Under the new "K-Brand Government Certification System", consumers will now be able to check whether a product is authentic by scanning a QR code attached to it with their mobile phone.
Malaysia’s former PM Najib notified of house arrest rules; details to be released soon
Malaysia’s Prisons Department is expected to release the SOPs on Najib’s house arrest soon.
Four Indonesian seamen return home after Somali pirate ordeal
The pirates had already killed 5 crew members before the vessel was rescued.
South Korea launches ‘K-brand’ authentication scheme to fight counterfeits
The authentication system that will let consumers know if goods they are purchasing are the real deal.
Trump finds it’s funny to joke about Iran bombing California
In a stemwinder of a speech in Nebraska, our mentally ill president joked around that if Iran took out Los Angeles and San Diego, it would be a small price to pay for keeping the rest of the country safe. Or at least that is what he appeared to say. What his slurred free
China says it’s talking to Russia on suspected plague case
Irkutsk is a major hub with frequent flights and rail links to Chinese cities.
Once shunned, Myanmar's military-backed leader set for Malaysian red carpet
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 - Myanmar's junta chief-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing will arrive in Malaysia on Wednesday for talks with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as the military-backed leader once shunned by regional nations seeks international legitimacy.
China plans late entry into WHO leadership race, sources say
Beijing has long sought to take on more responsibility within UN agencies and other multilateral bodies.
Melaka to head to the polls on Nov 14 in another test of shifting political alliances in Malaysia
Nearly 700,000 voters in Melaka are set to cast their ballots in the state polls on Nov 14.
Australia’s top court backs grassroots group in landmark climate case on coal mine
The judges are upholding a decision to block a two-decade extension of a coal mine in the state of New South Wales.
Malaysia sets Nov 14 for Melaka state election in new test for PM Anwar
Candidates will file their nominations on Oct 31, kicking off a two-week campaign period.
Pornhub returns to Australia but only for adults with Apple devices
The world's most popular porn site went dark in March in Australia due to age verification laws.
South Korea weighs cuts to military exemptions for athletes, artists following Asian Games controversy
South Korea’s men’s football Asiad triumph was quickly overshadowed by controversy after some players appeared to celebrate securing military service exemptions.
US forces face curfew, alcohol ban in Japan's Okinawa after murder case
The presence of US forces has repeatedly stirred resentment among residents in Okinawa over issues such as noise, aircraft crashes and the conduct of its troops.
When Asia’s central banks turn bond vigilante on Trump
TOKYO – For decades, the US enjoyed a remarkable luxury: its two biggest creditors, Japan and China, kept showing up at Treasury auctions with checkbooks open. Now, Donald Trump’s trade wars, tariff threats and widening geopolitical confrontations raise an uncomfortable
Japanese city accused of inflating census as country's population shrinks
As a result, Toyama city may have received more funding from the central government than it should have.
Busan’s celebrity shark gets no break from late-night crowds
Some visitors have reportedly entered the park without permission after midnight, drawing further criticism.
Indonesia's Constitutional Court dismisses petition to disqualify VP Gibran over education credentials
Indonesia's election law requires presidential and vice-presidential candidates to have completed senior high school or hold an equivalent qualification.
Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young men
The former Bishop of Broome is one of the most senior Catholic clerics in the world to face sex abuse charges.
Decoding Japan PM Takaichi’s ‘important neighbour’ message to China - what it means for ties
After nearly a year of tensions sparked by Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, experts say Tokyo and Beijing appear to be testing the waters on repairing ties - but significant hurdles remain.
South Korean megachurches probe suspected AI-linked cyberattacks
SEOUL, Oct 7 - Two South Korean megachurches are investigating suspected cyberattacks that may have exposed the personal data of hundreds of thousands of congregants, with evidence suggesting AI tools may have been used in the attacks, according to the churches and a
2 South Korean megachurches probe suspected AI-linked cyberattacks
Personal data of congregants from Yoido Full Gospel Church and Sarang Church reportedly exposed.
S’porean pilot among 13 nabbed over 521kg meth seizure from private jet in Laos
Malaysian police said the drugs were meant for the Philippines market and not the Malaysian market.
US forces face curfew, alcohol ban in Japan’s Okinawa after murder case
Lance Corporal Devin Ballard is suspected of killing a Japanese woman and taking her belongings.