Protesters confront police officers during a demonstration demanding the dissolution of parliament on a street in Jakarta on Monday, August 25, 2025. -- Photo by Aditya IRAWAN / AFP
Malaysia:
* Govt has reduced new debt, fiscal deficit continues to decline, says PM
* Allocations based on needs, not race, PM Anwar tells Dewan Negara
* Malaysia slams Israel's planned takeover of Gaza as 'modern-day colonisation'
* I'm ready to defend my remarks in court, Rafizi says after legal notice from Farhash
* Discrepancies found in land deals in KL, says PAC
* Four men charged with murder of police corporal in Alor Setar
* Segamat’s 4.1-magnitude quake triggers panic among residents
* Cops report ‘heightened activity’ of foreign agents in Malaysia
* Parliamentary select committees to present findings to Parliament over next two days
* Dewan Rakyat erupts in laughter after MP questions Azalina’s 'round-neck outfit'
* Housewife barred from leaving country, wins appeal to reinstate lawsuit against govt
* Cops bust drug syndicate in KL, seize RM974,000 in drugs stored in car
* Govt in final stages of fine-tuning RON95 subsidy criteria and delivery, says Finance Minister II
* Ringgit ends higher vs greenback on possible US rate cut in September
* FBM KLCI surges past 1,600 psychological level; Magma tumbles 30%
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba (right) presents the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun to Singapore's Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong during a ceremony at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Monday, August 25, 2025. -- Photo by JIJI Press / AFP
Singapore:
* Singaporean who allegedly hacked into FairPrice, Zalora accounts arrested after deportation from Thailand
* Singapore must prepare for more uncertainty, shift in global economic landscape, says DPM Gan
* Singapore ranked sixth least complex for business in Asia Pacific, behind Vietnam and Thailand
* Malaysia, Singapore establish collaboration to strengthen undersea rescue capabilities
* Thomson Medical unveils RM18bil Johor waterfront project
* More SIA KrisFlyer miles needed to redeem flights or upgrade seats to Europe, US from Nov
* Singapore nightspot operators raring to go, but patrons lukewarm on new 4am extension
* Midday sun halo over Singapore causes delight, pics widely shared online
* Singaporean actress Ya Hui stars in first English drama in 13 years: ‘Every day feels like an oral exam’
* Next chapter of Japan-Singapore ties to be ‘even more dynamic, progressive’: Lee Hsien Loong at Osaka Expo
Indonesia:
* Indonesian police clash with protesters against parliamentarians' salaries
* 10,000 snakes to be released to protest Indonesia's West Java rice fields from rats
* Indonesia hosts annual US-led combat drills with Indo-Pacific allies
* Deputy manpower minister’s arrest opens door for Indonesia cabinet reshuffle
* Indonesia urges EU to remove countervailing duty on biodiesel after WTO ruling
* Asia shares bounce as markets count on US rate cuts
* Oil prices climb after Ukraine attacks hit Russian energy sites
* From party beats to public nuisance, it's just Indonesia
Protesters confront police officers during a demonstration demanding the dissolution of parliament on a street in Jakarta on Monday, August 25, 2025. -- Photo by Aditya IRAWAN / AFP
Thailand:
* Thailand seals Sweden fighter jet deal; four Saab-Gripen fighter jets to arrive and strengthens its air force
* Thai exports beat forecast in July, but growth to slow due to tariffs
* Business sector wary as Paetongtarn awaits court ruling
* Phumtham concerned Cambodia talks unlikely to resolve quickly
* Thailand shelves plans for new border fee as tourist numbers fall
* Thailand urged to boost investment, exports and overhaul economy to match Vietnam
Philippines:
* Philippines suspends government work and schools on Tuesday (Aug 26) due to adverse weather
* 'It's a humanitarian catastrophe': Philippines strongly calls on Israel to heed ceasefire as Gaza crisis deepens
* ‘Alice Guo 2.0’? Philippine Senator flags Chinese trader’s Auxiliary role in coast guard
* Marcos condemns corruption, abuse as nation marks National Heroes Day
* China condemns Vietnam over island-building in South China Sea
* Bubble risk rise as stocks defy economic gloom
Rain falls above the buildings and a street in Vinh city, Nghe An province on Monday, August 25, 2025, before Typhoon Kajiki makes landfall in Vietnam. Tens of thousands of residents were being evacuated from coastal Vietnam on August 25, as Typhoon Kajiki barrelled towards landfall expected to lash the country's central belt with gales of around 160 kmh. The typhoon -- the fifth to affect Vietnam this year -- is currently at sea, roiling the Gulf of Tonkin with waves of up to 9.5 metres (31 feet). -- Photo by Nhac NGUYEN / AFP
Vietnam:
* Trees down and homes flooded as Typhoon Kajiki batters Vietnam
* Typhoon Kajiki forces closure of two Vietnam airports; hundreds of flights; at least 35 flights cancelled
* Tens of thousands evacuated as Typhoon Kajiki hits Vietnam with over-130kph gales
* Vietnam starts mass evacuations, shuts airports as Typhoon Kajiki approaches
* Vietnam billionaire’s taxi firm takes on Grab in South-East Asia
* The Note Coffee in Hanoi is covered in Post-its. What do they say? / * Vietnam embrace greener eCommerce
Myanmar:
* Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh demand safe return to Myanmar on the eighth anniversary of exodus
* Myanmar junta says historic railway bridge 'bombed, destroyed'
* Bangladesh exhausts resources for Rohingya refugees, chief adviser Yunus warns
* Remnants of Typhoon Kajiki may bring heavy rain and strong winds to Myanmar, Aug 26–29
Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon plays Vietnam's Thuy Linh Nguyen during the women's first round match of the Badminton World Championships, Monday, Aug 25, 2025, in Paris. -- AP Photo/Christophe Ena
Cambodia:
* Cambodia, Thailand agree on border crime crackdown, demining, de-escalation measures
* Cambodia MPs pass law allowing stripping of citizenship
* Chinese investment driving Kampong Speu industrial expansion
* Cambodia passes law to revoke citizenship of people convicted of treason
Laos:
* Laos cuts its interest rate by 0.5% to support the struggling economy
* Splash of tradition, harmonious oars echo through Lao boat racing festival
* Laos is on alert as Typhoon Kajiki approaches after hitting Vietnam and China
Brunei:
* Sultan of Brunei arrives in Malaysia for state visit
* Brunei chairs regional education talks
* Iban community greets Brunei Sultan
NEW YORK: Alexandra Eala of the Philippines celebrates match point against Clara Tauson of Denmark (not pictured) during their Women's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2025 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. -- Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images via AFP
AseanPlus:
* Ringgit, Taiwan stocks lead Asian markets rally after Powell speech
* Fan Bingbing’s Datukship outfit designed by Malaysia's own Melinda Looi
* Chinese actress Fan Bingbing hints of a return to Melaka in September, hopes to bring 'more good news' for the state
* Foreign woman arrested in KK raid for alleged soliciting
* Jiangxi Airlines' new Nanchang to KL direct flight to boost tourism, trade
* India warns foe Pakistan of potential flooding as both battle torrential rains
* Former Miss Asia Kristy Yang, 51, responds gracefully to negative comments about her looks
* Foreign labourer sentenced to 18 years, caning for raping 14-year-old grandchild in Sandakan
* Premium Malaysian food products are now available at Metro stores across China
* The Chinese multiple rocket launcher poised to match the US’ Himars system
* Anime merchandise craze caters to 'feel good' shopping in China
* Japan PM Ishiba bounces back in polls after election debacle
* China's new mega dam triggers fears of water war in India
* South Korea's Lee faces pivotal test at first summit with Trump
* Over 300 dead in India's Himachal Pradesh this monsoon
* South Korea tells China it wants to normalise ties, upgrade economic relations
* Some Australian dolphins hunt with a sponge on their beak, like a clown nose
* Australia to strongly advocate for two-state solution on global stage: PM Albanese
* Sri Lanka tightens security for former president Wickremesinghe remanded in hospital
* Australian mushroom meal survivor says 'half alive' after wife's killing
* Cocktail bars in Nepal are shaking their way to global recognition
* China says 'rampant' US protectionism threatens agricultural ties
* India says trade talks continue as US tariffs loom
* UK migrant arrivals on small boats reach new record
* Flutter shuts down money-based online games in India following law change
* Bottled water brands seize on Hong Kong procurement scandal to promote products
* Ex-TVB star Linda Chung opens up about her marriage & why her husband feels 'neglected'
* Australia mushroom murderer Erin Patterson left me 'half alive', lone surviving victim says
* Australian toxic mushroom meal survivor says he’s ‘half alive’ after wife’s killing
* China’s global development initiative — partnership, power, and the path ahead
* South Korean broadcaster removes drama teaser after backlash over inappropriate portrayal of Middle Eastern culture
* Golf: Canada’s Brooke Henderson edges Aussie Minjee Lee to triumph on home soil at the CPKC Women’s Open
* Badminton: Smashing start for Roy King-Arif in World C'ships debut / Comeback cut short as Zii Jia falls in opener at worlds
