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Indonesia
Papua rebels shoot American pilot dead, torch plane to send ‘message’ to US
Authorities found the Indonesian aircraft carrying Nicholas Gosselin and seven passengers burned at a local airport in Yahukimo.
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The Philippines
Philippine senator links fatal school shooting to 764 online extremist network
2 Jul 2026 - 9:13PM
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Malaysia
Can Malaysia’s unity government survive a major BN win in state polls?
2 Jul 2026 - 7:58PM
Thailand
Thailand says photo of France’s Macron kneeling before king is AI-generated
The king and Queen Suthida visited France this week to mark the 170th anniversary of formal diplomatic ties between the two nations.
2 Jul 2026 - 7:47PM
French President Emmanuel Macron (centre) and his wife (left) welcome Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Monday. Photo: EPA
Thailand
8 monks killed in Thailand after boy, 11, crashes truck into pilgrims
Five monks were killed at the roadside in Mukdahan province, while three others later died in hospital.
2 Jul 2026 - 9:32PM
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Indonesia
Unmarried Indonesian couple get 21 lashes each over viral live stream kiss
About 100 people witnessed the caning, carried out by a group of people wearing robes and hoods on a stage in Banda Aceh.
2 Jul 2026 - 5:18PM
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India
India orders WhatsApp to halt username feature over anonymity concerns
The stand-off forces WhatsApp to weigh compliance against mounting concerns about government interference in its biggest market.
2 Jul 2026 - 3:36PM
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The WhatsApp app icon is seen on a smartphone. India has asked WhatsApp to justify the implementation of a planned feature covering usernames and to freeze the rollout. Photo: Reuters
Singapore
Singapore to buy more Hellfire missiles after US backs US$22.3 million package
The US State Department said that the proposed sale ‘will not alter the basic military balance in the region’.
2 Jul 2026 - 2:46PM
The Philippines
Philippines’ Marcos is in Canada. What does it mean for Ottawa’s foreign policy?
While the Philippines and Canada are US allies, both are looking to expand partnerships with other middle-power countries, analysts say.
2 Jul 2026 - 4:01PM
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Malaysia
No more warnings for litterbugs as Malaysia’s Penang deploys bodycams
Duty officers are empowered to issue a notice to offenders, who could face a maximum fine of US$489 or up to 12 hours of community service.
2 Jul 2026 - 1:51PM
Singapore
Singapore warns of ‘severe’ haze in August, September from El Nino effect
There is a ‘high risk’ of haze in Southeast Asia as a combination of El Nino and warmer seas raises the danger of forest fires, agency says.
2 Jul 2026 - 11:39AM
The Singapore city skyline is seen shrouded with haze on September 29, 2023. Photo: AFP
The Philippines
‘Providing a solution’? Why some Filipinos risk their lives amid abortion ban
Filipinos wanting to end unwanted pregnancies have resorted to black-market alternatives that can result in life-threatening consequences.
2 Jul 2026 - 11:51AM
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Indonesia
Civil trainee deaths spur criticisms of Prabowo’s reliance on military drill
The military says the physical activity that trainees take part in to prepare for their civilian roles is ‘not a burden’.
1 Jul 2026 - 6:34PM
Malaysia
‘Positive reform’: Malaysia cracks down on cross-border child sexual abuse
Activists welcome the change but say enforcement hurdles need to be overcome to strengthen child protection.
1 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM
Malaysia
Mahathir and PAS demand Malay unity in Malaysia’s Johor poll
The state election is serving as a testing ground for a cross-party Malay alliance, threatening traditional coalition loyalties.
1 Jul 2026 - 5:01PM
A combination photograph shows Malaysia’s former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad (left) and PAS chief Abdul Hadi Awang overlaid with a transparent Malaysian flag. Photos: Reuters, AFP
Thailand
Thailand’s suitcase murder raises safety fears as Pattaya mourns for teen victim
Family and friends of the victim who was allegedly murdered by an Australian man mourn for a teenage girl who was ‘beloved by everyone’.
1 Jul 2026 - 5:34PM
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Singapore
Singapore seizes US$42.4 million bungalow linked to Nvidia chip fraud
Police have issued a prohibition of disposal order against the mansion and seized about US$770,000 as part of the probe.
1 Jul 2026 - 4:33PM
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Singapore
Singapore telco slashes CEO’s salary after outages
A deadly outage in Australia and others in Singapore led Singtel to cut executive pay despite posting strong profits.
1 Jul 2026 - 3:39PM
The headquarters of Singapore Telecommunications (Singtel) in Singapore. Photo: AFP
Vietnam
Vietnam offers cash for babies but potential parents are not biting
Hanoi is subsidising prenatal and newborn screenings and giving cash bonuses of up to US$228 – two-thirds of the monthly average salary.
1 Jul 2026 - 2:04PM
Singapore
Oman Air targets Singapore with nonstop flight as Gulf carriers ramp up services
Flights to Gulf hub airports, which were closed at the start of the Iran war, returned to around 90 per cent of normal levels by mid-June.
1 Jul 2026 - 1:03PM
Malaysia
Hong Kong’s loss is Malaysia’s gain in the housing market
A growing number of Hongkongers are swapping small flats for larger homes and lower living costs in Malaysia.
1 Jul 2026 - 5:26PM
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United States
US State Department approves possible sale of Hellfire missiles to Singapore
The US$22.3 million deal aims to strengthen the defences of the city state, which is a key US strategic partner in Asia.
1 Jul 2026 - 9:06AM
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The Central Business District in Singapore. The US State Department has endorsed the potential sale of AGM-114R Hellfire missiles to the city state. Photo: AP
The Philippines
Philippine religious group challenges Marcos, seeks to shield senator over probe
Senator Rodante Marcoleta, a member of the Iglesia ni Cristo, is under investigation over US$1.2 million ‘donations’ to fund his candidacy.
30 Jun 2026 - 9:39PM
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Indonesia
Does Gojek co-founder’s guilty verdict test Indonesia’s investor climate?
Ex-education minister Nadiem Makarim has been sentenced to 10 years’ jail for abusing his authority over the procurement of school laptops.
1 Jul 2026 - 11:52AM
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Hong Kong economy
New Asean Chamber of Commerce launched in Hong Kong will ‘fulfil long-felt need’
New business group launched at the South China Morning Post’s GBA-Asean Summit 2026.
30 Jun 2026 - 7:46PM
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