Third armed robbery suspect killed in Kedah police shootout, linked to US$1.4 million crime spree

The 34-year-old man's death came just hours after two other suspects were killed in a similar shootout in Jitra.

Dalai Lama turns 90 and vows to keep defying China for years

Thousands of followers from around the world, including celebrities and officials from the United States and India, will attend the birthday celebrations in Dharamshala.

Police in Australia charge man over alleged arson on Melbourne synagogue

The July 4 attack is the latest in a series of incidents targeting the nation's Jewish community.

Why does Indonesia's flagship free meals scheme leave a sour taste in the mouth for small businesses, experts?

Indonesia’s free meals programme was touted as a potential driver of local economic growth and job creation. But the promise is far from realised, say economists, health experts and small local businesses.

Japan tariff negotiator held 'in-depth' talks with Lutnick, Japan government says

Trump this week hammered Japan over what he said was Tokyo's reluctance to import US-grown rice, and accusing Japan of engaging in "unfair" autos trade.

Japan tariff negotiator held in-depth talks with Lutnick, Japanese government says

A pause on a 24 per cent reciprocal tariff on imports from Japan expires on July 9.

HIV surge in the Philippines amid poor sex education, policy gaps

The youngest diagnosed this year was a 12-year-old child believed to be a victim of sexual abuse.

Iran’s Khamenei makes first public appearance since war with Israel

Mr Khamenei had not been seen in public since before Israel initiated the conflict on June 13.

Iran's Khamenei attends public event after weeks of war with Israel

DUBAI - Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attended a religious event on Saturday, according to a video carried by state television, after reports that he was in a \"secure location\" since the start of a 12-day air war with Israel in which top Iranian commanders and

BRICS agree to joint statement ahead of Rio leaders summit

RIO DE JANEIRO - Diplomats from the BRICS group of developing nations have agreed on a joint declaration of their leaders at a summit in Rio de Janeiro this week, three people familiar with the talks said on Saturday.

Israel to send delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks

Israel has decided to send a delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal, an Israeli official said, reviving hopes of a breakthrough in negotiations to end the almost 21-month war.

China's first Legoland opens to tourists in Shanghai

The theme park in Shanghai is the biggest Legoland in the world.

Myanmar armed groups rebuff junta’s ‘cooperation’ appeal

The junta made a rare call for groups it is fighting to cooperate with it ahead of an election.

China’s first Legoland opens to tourists in Shanghai

The Chinese branch of the British-owned theme park franchise is the biggest Legoland in the world.

Dalai Lama, on eve of 90th birthday, aims to live for decades more

Death toll in Pakistan building collapse rises to 21

Families said that at least eight people were still believed to be trapped under the rubble.

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks.

China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production goals

Under a government incentive programme meant to boost electric vehicle production in Thailand, carmakers are exempt from import duties, but are obligated to match import volumes with domestic production.

South Korea’s presidential adviser to fly to Washington ahead of tariff deadline

He will meet with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and other senior officials.

Lake in Australian desert springs to life as devastating floods leave silver lining

Millions of birds can arrive from across South-east Asia, China and Papua New Guinea.

The Great Inflatable Dome of China: 50m-high bubble blocks dust and noise from construction site

The 20,000 sq m inflatable dome reduces dust and noise pollution at a Jinan construction site.

Australian actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56

"Julian loved life," said the wife of the actor best known for roles in Nip/Tuck, FBI: Most Wanted and Fantastic Four.

Japan braces for more quakes, authorities dismiss doomsday hype

The 5.5-magnitude quake on Thursday (Jul 3) was one of more than 1,000 tremors in the islands of Kagoshima prefecture in the past two weeks.

Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlook

Concerns over the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub's outlook had been growing in the run-up to the trade deal between the United States, particularly as the latter is Vietnam's biggest export market.

Johor police probe shooting at petrol station, links to body with multiple gunshot wounds dumped at hospital

In a statement on Friday (Jul 4), Johor police chief M Kumar said CCTV footage showed that two individuals in a dark coloured car had left the body at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Bahru.

Dalai Lama hopes to live beyond 130 years, much longer than predicted

The Dalai Lama previously said in December he might live to 110.

Brazil plans to take legal action against Indonesia in death of Mount Rinjani climber

Brazil also requested a new autopsy on Ms Marins’ body, following a request from her sister.

Anwar’s Paris visit a success, marks revival of partnerships across all sectors, says Macron

France and Malaysia renewed partnerships in sectors such as transport and minerals and rare earths.

New Sejong Institutes to open amid growing demand for Korean language classes

This is amid surging global interest in Korean language and culture.

Japan braced for more quakes, officials dismiss doomsday hype

TOKYO - Japan's government on Saturday warned of more possible strong earthquakes in waters southwest of its main islands, but urged the public not to believe unfounded predictions of a major disaster.