In this photo released by the Press and Media Bureau of the Indonesian Presidential Palace, an Islamic cleric holds a holy book of Quran over the head of the new Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa as he takes his oath with other newly appointed ministers and vice ministers during a swearing in ceremony at the State Palace in Jakarta, Indonesia, Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. -- Cahyo Bruri Sasmito, Indonesian Presidential Palace via AP
Malaysia:
* China commends PM Anwar's constructive role in SCO Summit 2025
* Ismail Sabri will not challenge MACC's RM169mil forfeiture
* SRC lawsuit: Money transfer instructions from Najib's man were 'private requests', court hears
* PM: Digital ambitions must be grounded in moral values and history
* Woman who tried to hug Perak Ruler charged with assault
* ‘Plot’ against Muhyiddin backfires bigtime
* Melaka cops bust two online fraud syndicates, 19 arrested
* Over RM500,000 to repair 15 govt buildings damaged in Segamat quake
* EPF focuses on rebuilding savings after RM145bil withdrawn - Amir Hamzah
* Johor cops cripple two cockfighting syndicates, 43 arrested, 34 roosters seized
* Car chase ends with cop shot, stabbed and woman’s dead body
* Coastal paired road to cut travel time between Tg Bungah and Teluk Bahang
* Simpang Pulai cop shooting: Nine remanded for a week, says Ipoh OCPD
* Malbatt to end Lebanon tenure in 2026, says Khaled Nordin
* Health Ministry views seriously cyber attacks on pathologist, says Dzulkefly
* Zara inquest: Uploading case exhibits on social media risks legal action, says coroner / Zara Qairina inquest enters second week
* Maju Group director Abu Sahid charged with RM313mil CBT case / Maju Holdings director's wife claims trial to RM67.1mil money laundering charge
Cages with zebra doves are seen during the Piala Raja (King's Cup), an annual bird song contest organized by Yogyakarta's Sultan Hamengkubuwono X and joined by more than 500 zebra doves from across Indonesia competing in two age categories of up to two months and eight months old, in Yogyakarta. -- Photo by DEVI RAHMAN / AFP
Singapore:
* Singapore researchers looking to harness ‘nature’s pharmacy’ for cancer treatment; durian also subject of study
* Man charged over etomidate possession under Singapore's Misuse of Drugs Act, seven days after law was enhanced
* Blood moon rises during total lunar eclipse, but Singapore stargazers’ view hampered by clouds
* Jail for Singapore man who transferred bedridden friend’s CPF money to his own bank account
* Stocks gain on rate cut optimism, yen dives after Ishiba resigns
* Sarawak to launch maiden export of green hydrogen to Singapore
* Mister International Singapore contestant suddenly withdraws, agency to take legal action
* K-pop superstars Blackpink named best group at MTV VMA; Lady Gaga wins Artiste of the Year among four awards
Indonesia:
* Indonesia gets new finance minister after Cabinet reshuffle in wake of violent protests that shook country
* Lawyer says ex-Education Minister Nadiem’s Chromebook project cleared in two state audits
* Indonesia names Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa as new finance minister after Sri Mulyani removed
* Indonesians want opposition check on Prabowo's power: Survey
* Five suspended Indonesia lawmakers face ethics probe
* Indonesia's new capital - Nusantara risks ‘white elephant’ status
* Oil gains on prospect of more sanctions on Russia; OPEC+ output hike seen modest / Oil prices climb as Opec+ agrees to raise output at slower pace from October
Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra (left) leaves the private jet terminal at Bangkok's Don Mueang International Airport, after he landed back in Thailand on Monday, September 8, 2025. Thaksin jetted away last week as his dynasty's party was ousted from office, fuelling speculation he had absconded from a Supreme Court inquiry probing whether he properly served a prison sentence. -- Photo by Arnun Chonmahatrakool / THAI NEWS PIX / AFP
Thailand:
* Anutin's leadership crucial in steering Thailand's democratic progress, says PM Anwar
* Thailand's Thaksin Shinawatra returns from overseas ahead of court verdict
* Paetongtarn insists Thaksin will return by Monday evening
* Former Thai PM Thaksin in Singapore for ‘health check-up’: Report
* Four months, four roadmaps: Anutin govt sets short-term agenda
* Opposition Thai MP gets jail in lese majeste case
* Anutin’s return boosts cannabis business confidence in Indonesia
Philippines:
* Anwar, Philippine President discuss bilateral, regional cooperation
* Top Philippines' official Sotto reclaims senate presidency, vows to fight corruption
* Philippines inflation tops forecast at 1.5% on costlier vegetables
* Two suspects in kidnapping of 14-year-old Chinese student arrested in Pasay
* Taal Volcano’s seismic activity continues
* First Inquirer ESG awards fete Philippines firms pushing sustainability
A rickshaw driver uses a portable electric fan to cool down from the heat as he waits for passengers in Hanoi on Monday, September 8, 2025. -- Photo by Nhac NGUYEN / AFP
Vietnam:
* Vietnam court cuts sentences over bar fire that killed 32; jail term now cut from eight to six years
* World Bank cuts Vietnam's growth forecast to 6.6% as tariffs bite the economy
* Vietnamese property tycoon to stand trial over US$38mil profit from state land deal
* Vietnam's GDP growth eases to 6.6% in 2025: World Bank
* Scientists discover creatures thriving at the bottom of deep-sea ocean trenches
* These are the powerful weapon systems you won’t see in China’s military parade
Myanmar:
* Myanmar head says nation faces pressure from major powers, vows to further strengthen ties with China
* The world's largest illegal sports streaming site has been shut down
* Rules of war being 'shredded' amid global rights violations, says UN human rights chief
* Trump says speedy tariff ruling a must, dismisses rumours about his health
Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reviews honor guards with Cambodia's Senate President Hun Sen on the day of their meeting in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on Monday, September 8, 2025. REUTERS/Roun Ry
Cambodia:
* Cambodia appeals to UN over Thailand’s detention of 18 soldiers
* Cambodia and the Philippines sign security, education, and air services deal
* Cambodia looks to diversify raw cashew exports via China
* Gen Z and Millennial travellers lead the way in solo travels
Laos:
* Laos PM calls for stronger cooperation to promote peace, prosperity at Eastern Economic Forum
* Lao transgender queen turns struggles into pride on global stage
* Festival marks new era in Laos' gold industry
Brunei:
* Brunei to host first international NCD exhibition and conference
* Brunei and Malaysia universities forge collaboration with MoU
* Gold hovers near record high on US rate-cut prospects
NEW YORK: Carlos Alcaraz of Spain poses with his trophy after defeating Jannik Sinner of Italy during their Men's Singles Final match on Day Fifteen of the 2025 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City.-- Photo: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images/AFP
AseanPlus:
* Security tightened at Bintulu LNG facilities following threat
* Afghanistan quake: Malaysia to channel disaster relief aid, says Zahid
* Malaysia gears up for 19th Asean Ministerial Meeting on Transnational Crime
* Asean defence intelligence agencies convene for AMIN 22 in Kuala Lumpur
* Bursa rallies with Asian peers as US jobs data affirms Sept rate cut
* How Chinese star Xin Zhilei, best actress winner at Venice Film Festival, rose to the top
* China and South Korea call for stable ties with Japan after Ishiba resigns from top job
* Fattah Amin proposed to Amira Othman to be married this Sunday
* Japan PM hopefuls prepare leadership bids, markets recoil
* ‘Appropriate time to step down’: Japan PM Ishiba resigns after electoral blows for ruling LDP
* New Zealand fugitive father on the run with children shot dead by police
* Japan's Q2 GDP revised higher to annualised 2.2% expansion
* JJ Lin donates his prized Martin D-45 acoustic guitar for charity
* Mushroom murder: Erin Patterson gets life in prison for poisoning relatives
* Hong Kong schools, businesses close as Tropical Storm Tapah brushes past
* Festival season starts with parade for a living goddess in Nepal
* Bubbling back? China’s tea chains pour into South Korea
* India hopes 'insights' from Pakistan clash will help woo arms buyers
* US asks Supreme Court to overturn ruling that bars Trump’s tariffs
* India hopes 'insights' from Pakistan clash will help woo arms buyers
* Disney+ and 'Money Heist' maker Atresmedia sign streaming deal
* South Korea: Shaman linked to ex-First Lady indicted on bribery charges
* Nineteen killed in Nepal in 'Gen Z' protest over social media ban
* Why has Hong Kong women’s life expectancy hit record high? What about the men?
* ‘I’ve been dieting healthily’: Actress Park Min-young reacts to online chatter over her weight loss
* TVB star Joel Chan seen at KL roadside stall, gets mistaken for construction worker
* Trial begins in N. Zealand for woman accused of murdering her two children and leaving bodies in luggage
* South Korea minister heads to US to resolve fallout from huge immigration raid
* S. Korea will bring home 300 workers detained in massive Hyundai plant raid in Georgia
* WHO asks Taliban to lift female aid worker restrictions following earthquakes
* Afghan earthquake survivors refuse to return to villages, fearing landslides
* ‘Shattered’ lives rebuilt with K-pop - New K-pop boy band makes global debut with two members from North Korea
* Martial Arts: Golden trio gave Malaysia their record fifth world title
* Tennis-Double delight as Alcaraz reclaims US Open trophy, world No 1 spot
* Cricket - England's Bethell ready for Ashes if opportunity comes his way
