World

Germany names Army Chief Freuding as next chief of defence

BERLIN, Nov 5 (Reuters) - ⁠German Army Chief Christian Freuding will ⁠become the country's chief of defence, ‌assuming the job of Germany's highest-ranking soldier in February 2027, the defence ministry said in a ​statement on Thursday.

Technology

Apple seeks about $7 billion from bond sale, Bloomberg News reports

Nov 5 (Reuters) - Apple is ⁠seeking about $7 billion from a US-dollar bond offering, Bloomberg ⁠News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the ‌matter.

Nation

AGC to seek review of Da'i Syed's acquittal on rape charge

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) will file a review application against the Court of Appeal's majority decision on Wednesday (Nov 4) acquitting independent preacher Da'i Syed, or Syed Shah Iqmal Syed Mohammad Shaiful, of a rape charge.

Nation

Use Deepavali celebration to foster peace, harmony, Anwar urges Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to use the Deepavali celebration as an opportunity to continue fostering goodness, mutual respect, and harmony within a multicultural and multi-faith society.

Nation

Speaker admonishes administration members over Dewan Rakyat absences, skipped questions

KUALA LUMPUR: Members of the administration have been urged to arrive early for Dewan Rakyat sittings instead of waiting for their turn to speak, ensuring smooth proceedings and avoiding absences that reflect poorly on the House.

AseanPlus News

Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Thursday (Nov 5, 2026)

Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Thursday (Nov 5, 2026)

Rugby

Rugby-Scotland at full strength for clash with All Blacks

Nov 5 (Reuters) - Scotland named ⁠a full-strength side on Thursday for their clash ⁠against New Zealand in the Nations Championship at ‌Murrayfield on Saturday, making wholesale changes from their last outing.

Rugby

Rugby-New Zealand's European-born duo complete unlikely journeys to test rugby

Nov 5 (Reuters) - New Zealand internationals Fabian Holland and ⁠Anton Segner return to Europe this month for the Nations Championship after remarkably similar journeys into test rugby from unexpected ⁠origins.

World

Comedian Russell Brand found guilty by UK court of rape and sexual assaults

LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Comedian Russell Brand, once one ⁠of Britain's most high-profile broadcasters and star of several Hollywood movies, faces a lengthy jail term after being convicted in a London court on Thursday of raping a woman and sexually ⁠assaulting three more.

World

Paraguay Congress begins session to debate President Peña's impeachment

ASUNCION, Nov 5 (Reuters) - ⁠Paraguay's Congress on Thursday began ⁠the process of seeking President Santiago Peña's ‌removal, following the collapse of digital lender ueno that has led to protests and calls for ​his resignation.

AseanPlus News

Will US midterm results lead to disruption in Washington’s ties with China?

There may be changes ahead but do not expect a massive disruptive blow to relations between Washington and Beijing

AseanPlus News

Praised as heroes, stung by criticism: firefighters torn over Tai Po blaze report

Frontline crews struggle with conflicting emotions as inquiry commends their bravery but cites official lapses, creating wedge with top brass

Rugby

Rugby-South African-born Vintcent relishing another Springboks clash in Italy colours

Nov 5 (Reuters) - Born in South Africa ⁠and raised on Springbok rugby, Ross Vintcent will pull on the Italy jersey on Saturday to face his ⁠home country in a fixture he and his family relish despite divided loyalties.

World

France extends maritime patrol plane's stay in Black Sea after cargo ship attacks

MIHAIL KOGALNICEANU, Romania, Nov ⁠5 (Reuters) - A French maritime patrol aircraft deployed to Romania to bolster surveillance after ⁠a series of deadly strikes on merchant ships in the Black Sea on ‌the edge of NATO's eastern flank will extend its stay by several weeks, its commander said on Thursday.

Thailand

Thailand bans textbook on national security grounds

BANGKOK: Thailand has banned a textbook about the country on national security grounds, with the tome's exiled editor saying Thursday (Nov 5) it was outlawed over its content on the Thai monarchy. The royal family holds revered status in Thai society and is shielded from criticism by a strict defamation law that critics say is used to muzzle dissent.

Football

Factbox-Soccer-Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo

Nov 5 (Reuters) - Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday ⁠that he was retiring from international football.

Vietnam

Vietnam PM Hung pledges optimal conditions for Airbus to expand operations

HANOI: Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosted a reception for Wouter van Wersch, President of Airbus International – one of the world's leading aerospace corporations, in Hanoi on Wednesday (Nov 5), affirming the Vietnamese Government's commitment to continuously improving the business environment and creating favourable conditions for European businesses, including Airbus, to expand their operations and investments

Hockey

Speedy Tigers roar back to tame South Korea 5-2 for Asian Champions Trophy bronze

PETALING JAYA: The national hockey team celebrated a podium finish at the Asian Champions Trophy after clinching the bronze medal in Punjab, India, on Thursday (Nov 5).

Nation

Settle differences in Cabinet, not on campaign trail, Anwar tells unity govt leaders

MELAKA: Ministers and leaders in the unity government should settle their differences around the Cabinet table, not take their disagreements on the campaign trail, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Tennis

Tennis-Alcaraz into Paris quarter-finals after Berrettini withdraws

Nov 5 (Reuters) - Carlos ⁠Alcaraz received a walkover into the quarter-finals of ⁠the Paris Masters after Matteo Berrettini withdrew from ‌their third-round clash with an arm injury, tournament organisers said on Thursday.