Visitors look at a Japanese Shorthair cat 'Mitang' riding in a remote controlled toy-car during the 2025 Thailand cat show in Bangkok on March 9, 2025. -- Photo by MANAN VATSYAYANA / AFP
Malaysia:
* Malaysia is one of the safest countries in the world
* Anwar urges public vigilance against defamation on social media, says Tunku Nashrul Abaidah
* Road rage: Appeals Court upholds 16-year jail sentence for IT worker who killed man
* Those who incite religious or racial hatred must face legal consequences, says Gobind
* Najib 'taken aback' by RM42mil that came into personal bank account, High Court hears
* Malaysia has to sign at least eight protocols to use nuclear energy, says minister
* Statements of 36 people recorded by MACC in Ismail Sabri case
* Ban on commercial vehicles two days before and after Aidilfitri
* Apex court allows settlement in citizenship case for overseas-born children of Msian mothers
* Penang doctor rearrested over multiple indecent behaviour claims
* Theme park operators call for law reforms to boost Malaysia's tourism industry
* Religious boarding schools can be partner for Home Ministry, police, says Saifuddin
* Lahad Datu Kolej Vokasional murder case: Two accused claim confessions were coerced
* Perikatan did not provide feedback on MOU for Opposition MP allocations, says DPM Fadillah
* Health Ministry to issue circular allowing asst MOs to issue prescription for common illnesses
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto (right) addresses a joint press conference with Vietnam's Communist Party General Secretary To Lam (left) at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on onday, March 10, 2025. To Lam is in Jakarta on to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Vietnam. -- Photo by BAY ISMOYO / AFP
Singapore:
* Man who preyed on three girls, including his own sister, gets 16 years’ jail and caning for sex offences
* Singaporean charged with RM1.05bil Bitcoin theft spent RM2.2mil a night in clubs, bought over 30 luxury cars
* Singapore to host Pokemon Go City Safari event on March 29 and 30
* Facebook advertisers must verify their identities by end-June following rise of scam ads
* Singaporean actor Desmond Tan shares photos of his daughter as she turns one: ‘I love you to the moon and back’
* Singapore hospital helps refine AI-enabled tool that will calculate accurate insulin dosage for diabetics
* Singapore machine to strengthen muscles approved for clinical use locally and in the US
* Singapore launches new standard for methanol bunkering
* Oil prices steady as tariff uncertainty keeps investors on edge
* First Taylor Swift, now Lady Gaga – Singapore builds on ‘blockbuster 2024’/ * Pop star Lady Gaga to perform in Singapore in May
Indonesia:
* Indonesia and Vietnam agree to upgrade strategic ties; main areas will be in economic development and defence strategies
* Indonesia’s Prabowo tells ride-hailing firms to give drivers holiday bonuses
* Singapore working with Indonesia on extraditing fugitive businessman: Shanmugam
* Indonesia anti-graft panel ready to take Hasto to court this week
* Indonesian Attorney-General suggests death penalty for Pertamina graft suspects
* Vietnam and Indonesia mark 70 years of ties with orchestral performance
* Asian currencies slip on uncertain outlook from potential US tariffs
A man carries his Persian cat 'Salmon' during the 2025 Thailand cat show in Bangkok. -- Photo by MANAN VATSYAYANA / AFP
Thailand:
* Sg Golok blast: GOF intensifying border security to prevent suspects entering Malaysia
* Thailand eyes US$4.4bil new cash handouts to spur economy growth
* Thai involved in money laundering for scam centres arrested
* Thai monk infamous for sexual allegations passes away
* Huge cannabis bust in restroom in Thailand Krabi airport
* Russian hurt defending women from hotel intruders
* Oil prices decline as tariff uncertainty keeps investors on edge
Philippines:
* 'Too soon' to discuss Pope Francis' return home, says Vatican source
* Philippines' Duterte says he will accept arrest if ICC issues warrant
* Britain concerned with Beijing's 'dangerous' South China Sea activity and says the Philippines is facing the sharp end
* Ex-Philippine president Duterte says he’s ready to go to prison amid talk of ICC arrest
* Philippines says acts in national interest in South China Sea
* Philippine transport secretary sacks three airport personnel over bullet planting
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto (centre) and Vietnam's Communist Party General Secretary To Lam (R) wave to the children after inspecting the Presidential guard of honour at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Mionday, March 10, 2025. To Lam is in Jakarta on to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Vietnam. -- Photo by BAY ISMOYO / AFP
Vietnam:
* Vingroup aims to start US$9bil tourism project near mangrove forest
* Vietnam to sign US deals as trade, energy officials meet, document shows
* Asean Sec-Gen hails Vietnam's transformative role on 30th anniversary of its memberships
* Over US$13 billion in solar, wind investment at risk in Vietnam, industry letter says
* Hanoi bans travel agencies from organising tours on popular train street
* Vietnam needs mindset shift to tackle air pollution
Myanmar:
* Google Play users in Malaysia only able to 'set budget' in Myanmar numerals
* Myanmar junta leader says polls to be held in December at earliest
* 26 Malaysians rescued from Myanmar job scam syndicates to be repatriated on Tuesday (March 11)
* Farm worker severely injured in landmine explosion in Myanmar
* Opium farming takes root in Myanmar's war-wracked landscape
Nghiem Quang Minh (fifth left), the owner of Hanoi apartment bloc that went up in flame in 2023, stands with seven other local officials during their trial at the Hanoi People's Court in Hanoi on Monday, March 10, 2025. Eight people went on trial on March 10, 2025 over a fire that tore through a Hanoi apartment block in 2023, killing 56 people in Vietnam's deadliest blaze in two decades. -- Photo by AFP
Cambodia:
* Angkor Spring Equinox set for March 20-22; thousands of visitors expected in three days
* Cambodia's central bank, UnionPay International launches second phase of cross-border QR code payments
* Cambodian minister urges joint efforts to preserve rare Mekong River dolphins
* ANALYSIS - BRICS' climate leadership aims hang on healing deep divides
Laos:
* Laos capital Vientiane announces potential water shortages, calls for preservation efforts
* Lao Brewery Company marks International Womens Day, promotes gender equality
* Australia strengthens socio-economic ties with Laos and ensure progress in Huaphan province
Brunei:
* Brunei government outlines ways to reduce fiscal deficit
* Brunei sees job growth, but cost-of-living remains concerning
* Filipina fined for operating job agency without licence in Brunei
US Army soldiers prepare to cross the Hantan river at a training field in Yeoncheon, South Korea, near the border with North Korea, Monday, March 10, 2025. -- AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon
AseanPlus:
* Immigration raids two unlicensed cosmetic surgery clinics run by foreigners
* Setting the stage for parliamentary diplomacy in Asean
* Asean needs to engage major economies beyond region
* Sexual misconduct allegations surface at a top Nepal law school
* China-US trade war heats up as Beijing's tariffs take effect
* Thousands gather to welcome former Nepal king
* South Korea prosecutors to pursue Yoon's conviction despite jail release
* This rare coffee bean may replace your usual brew one day
* Xi wants tighter anti-corruption controls for China military
* China unveils new high-thrust engine for future space travel
* Tech-ing care of the seniors in China
* Largest wildfire in decades finally under control
* Trump’s chaos is a gift to Xi Jinping, says ex-Australian PM
* Australian police say caravan explosives plot a hoax
* Workers block road in Dhaka over death of colleague in crash
* China shop boss discovers he was adopted in family row, real sister lives 500 metres away
* Japan aspires to become Asia’s largest start-up hub, but goal remains elusive
* South Korean police prepare for 'worst-case scenarios' ahead of Yoon impeachment ruling
* Chinese actress Vicki Zhao shares first social media post in more than two months
* In deflation-hit China, one store holds flash sales four times a day
* It's a real special win as Japan's Takeda equals course record in dominant China LPGA win
* Japan's Nissan tests driverless vehicles in city streets filled with cars and people
* Beijing’s counter-tariffs on US goods to have ‘limited impact’ on Hong Kong prices
* US House revives bipartisan bill to tackle ‘trade crimes’ committed by Chinese companies
* Soccer - South Korea coach calls up bumper squad for World Cup qualifiers
* Super India beat New Zealand to win third Champions Trophy title; favourites stay unbeaten throughout tournament
