Malaysia:
* 'Allah' socks issue: Govt not interfering in police investigation, says PM
* Weather to cool down by end March as monsoon transition period approaches, says MetMalaysia
* Special task force overseeing probe in student murder in dormitory, says Sabah top cop
* Do not let corruption entrench itself among the police, says Anwar
* Home Ministry tables constitutional amendment to citizenship laws
* We will not tolerate sexual harassment, says Education Ministry
* Former SRC director refutes claims by Najib for 1MBD losses
* Keep your mouth shut if you don't know anything, Fahmi slams Wan Ahmad Fayhsal
* Five expected to be charged over socks issue on March 26
* Large swathe of Peninsular Malaysia under Level 1 heatwave alert
* We must find common ground to solve citizenship issues, Saifuddin tells NGOs, activists
* Politician arrested for sexual assault out on bail, Johor cops urge witnesses to come forward
Singapore:
* Singapore's first ministerial corruption case expands with new charges against ex-transport minister
* Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Singapore's Choa Chu Kang on March 24
* Ex-Singapore minister Iswaran faces eight new charges over obtaining RM66,700 in items including Brompton bike, golf clubs
* Malaysian-born actor Ronny Chieng calls Singaporeans 'Karens' with 'zero perspective on the world'
* Singaporean actor-host Suhaimi Yusof sorry for causing ruckus at Ramadan bazaar drink stall
* Singapore Feb core inflation accelerates to 7-month high amid Lunar New Year
* Asia shares stall, dollar shies from Japan warning
* Boosting bilateral trade with Egypt on the cards for Singapore
* Oil rises as heightened geopolitical risks exacerbate supply concerns
Indonesia:
* Indonesian army apologises after viral Papua man torture video
* 'Come home safe for festive season' - Indonesian navy offers free warship rides for 'mudik' travellers to ease holiday exodus
* Nine missing after landslide and heavy flooding in Indonesia's Java Island
* Losing presidential candidate Ganjar calls for new election in Indonesia
* Emerging Markets - Asian currencies oscillate within tight range; shares muted
Thailand:
* Thailand sends aid to war-torn Myanmar, but critics say it will only help junta
* City on the edge: Over 70% of Bangkokians diagnosed with stress
* Thailand delays RM66bil handout scheme to fourth quarter
* Thailand starts aid deliveries to Myanmar under plan aimed at managing conflict
* Thai parliament approves delayed budget for 2024
Philippines:
* China says relations with Philippines at 'crossroads' amid maritime incidents
* Philippines says Chinese envoy summoned over 'aggressive actions' off reef
* Many falling for alternative ‘cures’ in the Philippines
* Inquirer-led regional pact to promote sustainability
Vietnam:
* Vietnamese farmers eye multibillion-dollar Chinese market as demand continues to soar
* Breakthrough visa policies needed to boost tourism in Vietnam, say experts
* UK launches campaign in Vietnam to deter illegal migrants
* Chocolate price hikes just the start as cocoa soars
Myanmar:
* 11 Myanmar Rohingya found dead after Indonesia boat capsize at Meulaboh area, say officials
* Myanmar's next election may not be nationwide, junta chief says
* Thai Red Cross Society hands over humanitarian assistance to Myanmar
Cambodia:
* Cambodia and China agree to promote military cooperation
* Cambodia's microfinance sector ignites record growth for local currency in 2023
* TB deaths, new cases dropping significantly in Cambodia
Laos:
* Australia’s strategic investments in Laos propel Mekong subregion forward, says report
* Laos: Buddha statues unearthed in Mekong River’s shore
Brunei:
* Brunei aims to go all out in achieving its fully developed status through the Vision 2035 programmes, says LegCo members
* Measures in place to bring TB cases down in the country, says Brunei Health Minister
AseanPlus:
* Indian minister Jaishankar's official visit to Malaysia a big boost for relations of two countries, says business council
* Cancer studies should focus on Asian women, says Malaysian scientist awarded RM11.5mil grant
* Malaysia records 25% increase in bilateral trade with Canada since 2018, bosltered by CPTPP - Tengku Zafrul
* Disney+ Hotstar to raise subscription fees in Malaysia on April 24, will introduce monthly plans from RM24.90
* Women in Gaza urgently need cease-fire, some gave birth withour water, says UN Women Chief
* Four suspects charged with terrorism following deadly Moscow concert hall attack
* Five dead, over 1,000 homes destroyed in PNG earthquake: regional governor
* UN Security Council to vote on new Gaza ceasefire resolution
* Apple’s Tim Cook tells China forum AI is key for climate battle
* Hong Kong reports its highest March temperature in 140 years
* Microsoft deal, Apple-Google talks show tech giants need AI help
* North Korea says Japan's Kishida showed intention to meet Kim Jong Un recently
* Japan - Rookie makes sumo history after winning top tournament in debut season
* Suspended Australian judge facing deportation from Kiribati in court on Tuesday
* Hong Kong justice chief warns online criticism could breach new law
* South Korea's medical professors join protests, reduce hours in practice
* Apple in talks to use Baidu AI in Chinese iPhones, WSJ says
* Michelle Yeoh says Ariana Grande convinced her to join 'Wicked'
* China job ad sparks social media outcry over 'middle-age' unemployment
* Chinese Commerce Minister woos global execs amid trade tensions
* North Korea and China seek to further develop their friendship
* Motor racing-Ferrari revel in putting Red Bull under pressure
* Australia, Saudi get a chance to advance but Japan has to wait in FIFA World Cup Asian qualifying