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Singapore
Business class thief jailed after targeting Singapore Airlines passengers
The prosecution said Chinese national Liu Ming’s act was financed by a criminal syndicate.
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Myanmar
UN says Myanmar junta using ‘brutal violence’ to force people to vote
23 Dec 2025 - 11:31PM
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Indonesia
Rafflesia flower rediscovery in Indonesia revives push to drop colonial name
23 Dec 2025 - 7:04PM
Indonesia
Economic ‘pragmatism’ powers Indonesians’ positive view of China, survey finds
Analysts say China’s ‘visible’ investment activities and its ‘soft diplomacy’ in Indonesia have contributed to the positive public perception.
23 Dec 2025 - 6:51PM
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping shake hands during their meeting at the Great Hall of the People, in Beijing, in November 2024. Prabowo is seen as “close” to Xi in a new survey. Photo: Pool via AP
Malaysia
Why Malaysian court ruling against Najib is dividing Anwar’s coalition
A comment by a DAP member that is perceived as celebrating Najib’s legal setback has been slammed by Umno’s leaders.
23 Dec 2025 - 4:48PM
Extreme weather
Asia’s year in extreme weather and natural disasters, from earthquakes to floods
From the deadly earthquake in Myanmar to tropical cyclones in the Philippines, Asia went through its share of natural disasters in 2025.
23 Dec 2025 - 3:00PM
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Indonesia
Prabowo, Trump to sign Indonesia-US trade deal as issues resolved
The pact removes tariffs on major Indonesian exports and boosts economic ties between the two countries.
23 Dec 2025 - 2:28PM
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US President Donald Trump (right) with his Indonesian counterpart Prabowo Subianto in Egypt on October 13. Photo: AFP
Asean
Southeast Asian floods set to threaten more wildlife due to climate change
Environmental crimes and poor oversight are also worsening the risks faced by animals and trees.
23 Dec 2025 - 7:39PM
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2025 Cambodia-Thailand conflict
Malaysia: Cambodia, Thailand set for Christmas Eve truce talks after Asean push
The breakthrough was quickly threatened as Cambodia accused Thailand of bombing border provinces with F-16s just hours later.
22 Dec 2025 - 9:16PM
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Malaysia
Malaysian rapper Namewee acquitted of drug use charge after negative test
The 42-year-old still faces a drug possession charge and remains under investigation following the death of a Taiwanese influencer.
22 Dec 2025 - 3:44PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s Chingay parade dazzles George Town as Unesco bid gains steam
Once tied to Taoist deity processions, the parade has grown into one of Penang’s largest and most multicultural street festivals.
22 Dec 2025 - 6:32PM
Participants carry a pink dragon prop through the streets of George Town during the Chingay parade on Sunday. Photo: Ushar Daniele
Indonesia
16 dead as Indonesian passenger bus hits barrier, rolls on side
Police will be questioning and testing the injured driver, who was a substitute, for drugs.
23 Dec 2025 - 2:34PM
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Singapore
Singaporean charged with making fake terrorist threat after church bomb hoax
The man reportedly placed an item resembling an improvised explosive device inside St Joseph’s Church premises in Bukit Timah.
22 Dec 2025 - 2:43PM
Malaysia
Malaysian court blocks Najib’s bid for house arrest
Monday’s decision keeps the former prime minister behind bars as he awaits the outcome of the far larger 1MDB case on Friday.
22 Dec 2025 - 6:40PM
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Indonesia
‘Hunting in zoo’: Indonesia seeks extra tax from rich to plug budget deficit
The push is adding to unease among rich Indonesians already rattled by what many see as a crackdown on the affluent under Subianto.
22 Dec 2025 - 9:43AM
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Jakarta’s business district. Indonesia is home to some of the wealthiest billionaires in Southeast Asia. Photo: Shutterstock
Cambodia
Cambodia: Thai border clashes displace half a million ahead of peace talks
The renewed fighting this month, including with tanks, drones and artillery, has killed at least 22 people in Thailand and 19 in Cambodia.
21 Dec 2025 - 7:37PM
Thailand
Thailand strikes Cambodia casino, bridge as Asean pushes for peace
Bangkok is expected to urge Phnom Penh to declare a ceasefire at Monday’s Asean talks and join an effort in clearing mine fields.
21 Dec 2025 - 2:40PM
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Singapore
How Singapore’s unforgiving food scene can go hot and cold on brands
Over 3,000 eateries shut their doors last year, the highest since 2005, in one of the world’s most competitive dining markets.
21 Dec 2025 - 1:41PM
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The opening of Chick-fil-A’s first outlet in Singapore on December 11 drew a long queue. Photo: YouTube/Chick-fil-A
Malaysia
‘We just want to live’: fear grips Malaysia’s LGBTQ community
With drag clubs closed and spas raided, the shrinking space for queer life in Malaysia leaves a community with nowhere left to turn.
21 Dec 2025 - 2:35PM
Malaysia
31 Malaysians repatriated from Myanmar job scam syndicate
The job scam victims rescued from a Myawaddy job syndicate return home safely after intensive diplomatic negotiations and a 26-hour land journey.
20 Dec 2025 - 10:55PM
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Malaysia
‘One of the biggest ever’: Malaysia busts US$375 million drug ring
Six arrested in raids on a syndicate that could have supplied drugs to 68.5 million users according to narcotics officials.
20 Dec 2025 - 7:19PM
The Philippines
Bondi shooter visited Philippine gun shop before attack: police
Police retrace Sydney shooters’ steps in Davao City as CCTV shows Sajid Akram at a gun shop, but officials deny ample time for extremist training.
20 Dec 2025 - 6:15PM
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People add to a floral tribute outside Bondi Pavilion at Bondi Beach in Sydney on Thursday. Photo: AP
The Philippines
‘Medical pork’ row exposes political grip over Philippine health assistance
Doctors and health groups say the system allows politicians to influence who receives state medical aid, undermining universal care.
20 Dec 2025 - 3:30PM
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US-ally trade wars
Mexico’s 50% tariff shock shuts Asia’s North American trade bypass
A tariff wall will soon separate protected partners like CPTPP members Singapore and Malaysia from exporters facing a shutout.
20 Dec 2025 - 1:30PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia allows halal hotels, eateries to deck halls with boughs of holly
The multiracial country’s religious affairs minister says festive decorations or images are allowed where halal food is served.
20 Dec 2025 - 1:04PM
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