Protesters hold an anti-government demonstration calling for the release of pro-democracy activists outside the Criminal Court in Bangkok on March 6, 2021. - AFP
Malaysia:
Over two million M'sians have registered for Covid-19 vaccination, says Dr Noor Hisham
Covid-19: 1,680 new cases, seven deaths bring total fatalities to 1,166
Delivery by drones will become a reality as AirAsia Digital partners with MaGiC
Bursa Malaysia likely to trade higher next week
Govt should consider virtual Parliament sitting, says Malaysian Bar
Likelihood of another ‘grand coalition’ of political parties after GE15, says Umno sec-gen
Malaysian entrepreneur upcycles kimonos into clothes, bags and accessories
Umno-Bersatu: A political earthquake... that no one noticed
Singapore:
S'pore set to raise penalties for 3 sex crimes; offender's qualifications doest matter; 13 new Covid-19 cases on Saturday (March 6)
Singapore sees safe reopening of Changi as key to survival
Singapore Air’s Frequent Flyer data affected in cyber attack, British Air also affected
Pay hikes for over 56,000 public healthcare workers in Singapore from July; nurses get up to 14% more
Digital wallets expected to be most popular in Singapore in 2024
Towards a sustainable future
Indonesia:
Expatriates join Indonesians in calling out foreign anti-maskers, anti-vaxxers in Bali; Covid-19 cases now at 1,373,836
Indonesia's Pertamina aims to start green refinery operations by end 2021
Indonesia surprised by new variant as Covid-19 problems linger in country
Indonesia develops medical tourism for elderly tourists
Indonesia president's aide named head of opposition party, but turmoil ensues
Joko: 40 million jabs by June
Thailand:
Hundreds of Thai protesters rally to demand leaders' release
Thai economic stimulus package benefits people, businesses, says PM; only 64 cases found on Saturday (March 6)
WarnerMedia YA original series 'Forbidden' Begins Shoot in Thailand
Thailand and Vietnam to bring home citizens stranded in Myanmar
Thai police warn protesters risk arrest ahead of planned demonstrations
Thailand mulls Covid-19 vaccine passports to boost tourism sector
Prisoners put to work in factories desperate for labour
Philippines:
Philippines logs 3,439 new Covid-19 cases; among the highest number seen in country over the last few months
Philippines: FDA monitoring illegal sale of Covid-19 test kits
WHO cautions Philippines not to ignore Covid-19 vaccine priority
Philippines reports 52 more cases of South African Covid-19 variant
Monde Nissin seeks US$1.3bil in Philippines’ biggest IPO
US man paid poor mums for child porn
Vietnam:
Vietnam to begin Covid-19 vaccinations on March 8 (Monday), says Health Minister
TNB enters Vietnam renewable energy market towards 8,300MW portfolio by 2025
Vietnam's garment export stable in first 2 months
Envoy: US, Vietnam interests aligning amid some tensions
China Ningbo Containerised Freight Index (at Thailand and Vietnam routes) drops significantly
Myanmar:
Myanmar asks India to return 8 police who fled across border
Myanmar forces fire tear gas, stun grenades on protest as UN envoy calls for action
UN envoy calls for action against Myanmar junta over bloodshed
Fresh bloodshed in Myanmar as UN urged to hear 'desperate pleas'
'How much more can we allow the Myanmar military to get away with?' asks UN envoy
Anti-coup protests continue in Myanmar as UN urged to hear 'pleas'
Cambodia:
Cambodia's Dara Sakor International Airport to open in mid-2021
Cambodia passes strict virus prevention bill
Cambodia restricts travel to and from SW Preah Sihanouk province after spike in Covid-19 cases
Cambodia's dog slaughterhouse shuts amid pressure
Laos:
Rare Chinese swamp cypress found in Nakai-Nam Theun National Park, sparking global attention
Laos: Phongsaly residents wage war on locust invasion
Over 2,000 people being isolated over Covid-19 concerns in Laos
Brunei:
Brunei's Covid-19 vaccination will be free for all and to run in three phases
Brunei car enthusiasts excited as Porsche launches all-new electrifying ride
Asean:
South Korea condemns Myanmar violence, urges release of Suu Kyi
US condemns China's Hong Kong moves, working to 'galvanise' action against abuses
Fit for a Titan: A 13.7kg manga volume is set to break world record
70 countries extend support to China on HK policy at UN Human Rights Council
Don't waste the hope of vaccines, warns WHO
Over two million M'sians have registered for Covid-19 vaccination, says Dr Noor Hisham
Covid-19: 1,680 new cases, seven deaths bring total fatalities to 1,166
Delivery by drones will become a reality as AirAsia Digital partners with MaGiC
Bursa Malaysia likely to trade higher next week
Govt should consider virtual Parliament sitting, says Malaysian Bar
Likelihood of another ‘grand coalition’ of political parties after GE15, says Umno sec-gen
Malaysian entrepreneur upcycles kimonos into clothes, bags and accessories
Umno-Bersatu: A political earthquake... that no one noticed
Singapore:
S'pore set to raise penalties for 3 sex crimes; offender's qualifications doest matter; 13 new Covid-19 cases on Saturday (March 6)
Singapore sees safe reopening of Changi as key to survival
Singapore Air’s Frequent Flyer data affected in cyber attack, British Air also affected
Pay hikes for over 56,000 public healthcare workers in Singapore from July; nurses get up to 14% more
Digital wallets expected to be most popular in Singapore in 2024
Towards a sustainable future
Indonesia:
Expatriates join Indonesians in calling out foreign anti-maskers, anti-vaxxers in Bali; Covid-19 cases now at 1,373,836
Indonesia's Pertamina aims to start green refinery operations by end 2021
Indonesia surprised by new variant as Covid-19 problems linger in country
Indonesia develops medical tourism for elderly tourists
Indonesia president's aide named head of opposition party, but turmoil ensues
Joko: 40 million jabs by June
Thailand:
Hundreds of Thai protesters rally to demand leaders' release
Thai economic stimulus package benefits people, businesses, says PM; only 64 cases found on Saturday (March 6)
WarnerMedia YA original series 'Forbidden' Begins Shoot in Thailand
Thailand and Vietnam to bring home citizens stranded in Myanmar
Thai police warn protesters risk arrest ahead of planned demonstrations
Thailand mulls Covid-19 vaccine passports to boost tourism sector
Prisoners put to work in factories desperate for labour
Philippines:
Philippines logs 3,439 new Covid-19 cases; among the highest number seen in country over the last few months
Philippines: FDA monitoring illegal sale of Covid-19 test kits
WHO cautions Philippines not to ignore Covid-19 vaccine priority
Philippines reports 52 more cases of South African Covid-19 variant
Monde Nissin seeks US$1.3bil in Philippines’ biggest IPO
US man paid poor mums for child porn
Vietnam:
Vietnam to begin Covid-19 vaccinations on March 8 (Monday), says Health Minister
TNB enters Vietnam renewable energy market towards 8,300MW portfolio by 2025
Vietnam's garment export stable in first 2 months
Envoy: US, Vietnam interests aligning amid some tensions
China Ningbo Containerised Freight Index (at Thailand and Vietnam routes) drops significantly
Myanmar:
Myanmar asks India to return 8 police who fled across border
Myanmar forces fire tear gas, stun grenades on protest as UN envoy calls for action
UN envoy calls for action against Myanmar junta over bloodshed
Fresh bloodshed in Myanmar as UN urged to hear 'desperate pleas'
'How much more can we allow the Myanmar military to get away with?' asks UN envoy
Anti-coup protests continue in Myanmar as UN urged to hear 'pleas'
Cambodia:
Cambodia's Dara Sakor International Airport to open in mid-2021
Cambodia passes strict virus prevention bill
Cambodia restricts travel to and from SW Preah Sihanouk province after spike in Covid-19 cases
Cambodia's dog slaughterhouse shuts amid pressure
Laos:
Rare Chinese swamp cypress found in Nakai-Nam Theun National Park, sparking global attention
Laos: Phongsaly residents wage war on locust invasion
Over 2,000 people being isolated over Covid-19 concerns in Laos
Brunei:
Brunei's Covid-19 vaccination will be free for all and to run in three phases
Brunei car enthusiasts excited as Porsche launches all-new electrifying ride
Asean:
South Korea condemns Myanmar violence, urges release of Suu Kyi
US condemns China's Hong Kong moves, working to 'galvanise' action against abuses
Fit for a Titan: A 13.7kg manga volume is set to break world record
70 countries extend support to China on HK policy at UN Human Rights Council
Don't waste the hope of vaccines, warns WHO
