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Malaysia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamad Hasan during the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Thursday. Photo: AFP

Politics

Asean calls for ‘wisdom and prudence’ in South China Sea

Malaysia’s foreign minister underscores the importance of peace and security in a region increasingly sandwiched between the US and China.

‘Do some homework’: Trump’s Singapore ambassador pick fails Senate grilling

Mahathir turns 100, still shaping Malaysia’s political landscape

People

Secret Japanese life of North Korea Kim Jong-un’s mother exposed in new book

A new book reveals that the leader’s maternal grandfather was a Japan-based smuggler who had to flee to North Korea to escape prosecution.

Ko Yong-hui (centre, in pink) with her friends in Japan. Photo: Yoji Gomi
Ko Yong-hui (centre, in pink) with her friends in Japan. Photo: Yoji Gomi

Politics

Thai man walks 30km barefoot to put fish sauce on picture of Cambodia’s Hun Sen

Thewa Sritawan, 69, was angry about Cambodia’s actions during a border clash with Thailand and walked 30km to Bangkok to stage his protest.

Lifestyle & Culture

South Korean actress reveals pregnancy via IVF without ex-husband’s consent

Lee Si-young and her then-husband Cho Seong-hyun went through an IVF, but Lee’s frozen embryo was not implanted during their marriage.

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Lifestyle & Culture

‘Quintessence of animal cruelty’: Singapore court doubles cat killer’s sentence

The judge ruled his original sentence was too lenient given the ‘gruesome’ nature of his actions.

Barrie Lin Pengli seen in police camera footage with the two cats he threw down from public housing blocks. Photo: Handout
Barrie Lin Pengli seen in police camera footage with the two cats he threw down from public housing blocks. Photo: Handout

Lifestyle & Culture

The rise and rise of India’s luxury property market: ‘no plateau in sight’

Thriving luxury housing market signals shift in buyer behaviour seeking long-term value, but short-term bumps likely, analysts say.

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Health & Environment

Off the hook: South Korean fishers forced to dump US$1.9 million of bluefin tuna

After catching more than 1,300 bluefin tuna, the fishers from Yeongdeok county had to throw away the fish under an international obligation.

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Lifestyle & Culture

‘More dangerous’ than Pogos: should Philippines ban online gambling?

A surge in online gambling sites and Filipinos hooked on them has led to lawmakers seeking a ban against the ‘silent epidemic’.

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More Filipinos are seeking help for their online gambling addiction, says Jon Ty, founder of Bridges of Hope. Photo: Shutterstock

Lifestyle & Culture

Singapore politicians lead sold-out durian tours to Malaysia as peak season hits

With itineraries featuring all-you-can-eat fruit buffets, the trips are a popular way for members of parliament to thank constituents.

People’s Action Party MP Ng Chee Meng enjoys a durian-filled day trip to Johor with residents from his Jalan Kayu constituency. Photo: Instagram / ng.chee.meng
People’s Action Party MP Ng Chee Meng enjoys a durian-filled day trip to Johor with residents from his Jalan Kayu constituency. Photo: Instagram / ng.chee.meng

Economics

Bali named world’s second most crowded island – residents aren’t cheering

With more than 60,000 daily visitors arriving on the island, residents have complained about overcrowding and a housing shortage.

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People

South Korea’s Yoon Suk-yeol back behind bars over martial law decree

After a gruelling seven-hour hearing, a court issued a detention warrant for the ex-president, citing concerns he could destroy evidence.

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Politics

Malaysia’s Anwar to confront Rubio over US tariffs amid fears about 25% levy

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is attending an Asean summit – his first official visit to the region since Donald Trump’s return.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) looks on as President Donald Trump speaks at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday. Photo: EPA

Economics

‘Very optimistic’: Indonesia vows to press on with US talks despite 32% tariff

Analysts warn the room for negotiation is ‘very narrow’ and Jakarta must have a ‘strong bargaining chip’ to convince Trump.

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Stacks of cargo containers at the Jakarta International Container Terminal in Tanjung Priok Port on Monday. The US has decided to maintain 32 per cent tariffs on Indonesia. Photo: AFP
Stacks of cargo containers at the Jakarta International Container Terminal in Tanjung Priok Port on Monday. The US has decided to maintain 32 per cent tariffs on Indonesia. Photo: AFP

People

Malaysian police hunt Hindu priest accused of molesting beauty queen

The victim, Miss Grand Malaysia 2021 Lishalliny Kanaran, bravely went public with her allegations despite claiming she was told not to.

Politics

Old but still gold? What Philippines can gain from Japan’s used warships

Factors such as maintenance costs and system upgrades will determine the true value of the Abukuma-class vessels’ transfer, analysts say.

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Economics

Malaysia’s new ‘luxury’ taxes hit the middle class where it hurts

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim promised the new taxes would only affect the rich, but many ordinary families are starting to feel the pinch.

Illustration: Huy Truong
Illustration: Huy Truong

Politics

From Iraq to Iran: the US quest for Israeli military dominance – and its fallout

This decades-long strategy has not only redrawn the regional map but also exposed the limits of China’s Middle East influence, analysts say.

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Politics

Crisis calculations: Trump’s America has Southeast Asia in a spin

Punitive tariffs and severe aid cuts are shaking the foundations of the US relationship with Asean, deepening a sense of ‘unreliability’.

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Politics

After the ceasefire, India and Pakistan’s leaders seek cover under their flags

Leaders of both countries have sought to relay to domestic audiences competing claims of victory in order to reap political benefits.

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A fisherman places India’s national flags on his boat as he prepares for a boat rally to express solidarity with the Indian armed forces at the Kasimedu fishing harbour in Chennai on May 25. Photo: AFP
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Asean calls for ‘wisdom and prudence’ in South China Sea

Malaysia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamad Hasan during the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Thursday. Photo: AFP

Southeast Asia

Hip, hip, hippo: Moo Deng, Thailand’s viral internet sensation, turns 1

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Viral internet sensation Moo Deng at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi province. Photo: AFP

South Asia

Monsoon chaos grips South Asia as climate change causes erratic rainfall

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People make their way through a waterlogged street during heavy rain in Kolkata, India, on July Tuesday. Photo: EPA

People

‘Do some homework’: Trump’s Singapore ambassador pick fails Senate grilling

Anjani Sinha at his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday. Photo: C-Span

Southeast Asia

Can Indonesia’s China-backed aluminium ambitions match its nickel success?

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An aerial view of PT Gag Nikel mining operations in Gag Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Photo: Greenpeace/Reuters
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At least 9 killed in Indian bridge collapse

At least 9 killed in bridge collapse in India’s western Gujarat state
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