A young man rides a cart pulled by two bulls during the Karapan Sapi bull racing competition in Bangkalan on Madura island, East Java province, on Sept 21, 2025. - Photo: AFP
Malaysia:
* RON95 subsidy scheme to use multiple mechanisms, not just MyKad, says Armizan
* Transport firms urged to register early for targeted RON95 subsidy
* King urges tourism to Mersing islands, calls for stronger oversight, monitoring
* Police issue over 42,000 notices in KL traffic operation
* Russia hails M’sia’s role in boosting regional cooperation
* Smooth morning traffic nationwide as school holidays end
* Barisan to tie up with ‘third force’ in Sabah election
* Concertgoers urge crowd safety over dress codes
* Warisan denies neglecting flood victims amid PKR criticism
* Heart disease still major threat in Malaysia, says deputy Health DG
* Mother disowns son after paying RM1.5mil to settle his loan shark debts
* Sabah plans to provide free education for Sabahan students furthering studies at state-owned institutions, says Hajiji
* Ringgit might stay above 4.20 per dollar; expected to trade within a tight range this week
* Bursa Malaysia seen trading sideways with upside bias this week; FBM KLCI to trend within the range of 1,580-1,620 points
* Jalan Burma sinkhole caused by leaking sewage pipe, says MBPP
* Kluang woman involved in ah long syndicate to face five charges, including arson, say cops
* Petronas to install second portable flare to burn off residual gas from Kerteh pipe leak
* Two drown in separate incidents in Johor
* MetMalaysia warns of thunderstorms in several states until 9pm (Sept 21)
* 75 people nabbed for encroaching into restricted area of forest reserve
* Fines for media over flag slip-up too harsh, says Dr Wee
Singapore:
* Famed Malaysian seafood noodle restaurant Hai Kah Lang to open first Singapore branch at Funan mall
* No plans for Singapore to impose additional public health measures amid new Covid-19 variant XFG
* Singapore plans to amend the law to address evolving foreign interference tactics
* Robotaxis heading to Singapore streets by 2026
* Fintech evolution paves the way for global banks to set up in Hong Kong: HKMA
* Man wanted by Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau arrested after drugs, vape found on him; tries to bite police during struggle
* Super Rich In Korea’s David Yong fined S$1,000 for holding executive business appointment
* Fun with kids: Deepavali joy at Singapore's Indian Heritage Centre, Gardens by the Bay’s lantern displays
* Singapore Red Cross hands over further S$1.2mil of aid for Palestinian evacuees; to fund education unit
* New fund by charity to provide migrant workers in Singapore with immediate financial help during emergencies
Indonesia:
* Indonesia allocates a huge budget of US$604mil to boost agricultural downstreaming
* China-Asean Expo facilitates deepening bilateral cooperation in high technologu, says Indonesian expert
* Two bodies recovered after landslide at mine in Indonesia's Papua
* Indonesia: Mt Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupts as alert level raise
Thailand:
* Thai PM Anutin gives military final say on reopening border with Cambodia
* Illegal jetties along Kelantan-Thailand border to be demolished in October, say cops
* How South-East Asia showed its support for China and sent a message to the US
* UN high seas treaty to take effect as 60 countries ratify agreement
* Prasat Sdok Kok Thom temple in Thailand temporarily closed to tourists due to border conflict risks
* Thai PM Anutin expected to discuss SMEs’ debt issues with bankers on Monday (Sept 22)
Philippines:
* Philippine police arrest 17 for hurling rocks as thousands peacefully protest corruption
* Thousands join protest against corruption in the Philippines
* Thousands set to march over flood project graft claims -- Rallies are set to take place across the Philippines today
* Evacuations in Philippines, Taiwan as super typhoon nears
Vietnam:
* Vietnam's two biggest cities to pioneer national pollution control plan
* Vietnam wins Russia's 'Intervision' song contest, a geopolitical and conservative rival to Eurovision
* Vietnam beats out Thailand as Top Travel Destination for Chinese tourists
Myanmar:
* Myanmar junta leader says holding elections is essential to form parliament and safeguard the country
* Takeaways from Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun’s speech at Xiangshan Forum
* Myanmar showcases 120 booths at 22nd China-Asean Expo
Cambodia:
* Cambodia begins to celebrate its much-loved traditional three-day Pchum Ben festival
* Cambodia strongly protests Thailand’s plan to apply domestic law to Cambodian nationals
* New World scion Adrian Cheng launches firm targeting digital space, emerging markets
* A time warp in Siem Reap
Laos:
* Laos delegation marks 15 years of cluster munitions convention at Geneva meeting
* 'Fast and furious': H-1B workers abroad race to US as Trump order sparks dismay, confusion
Brunei:
* ‘Parliaments are a vital pillar within Asean', says Brunei leader Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah
* Brunei man fined over RM52,500 for illegal cigarette possession
AseanPlus:
* MMEA, AADK detain fishermen for meth use in joint op off Muar
* Sabah conservation groups debate collaring elephants for tourism
* In 'Fierceland', Omar Musa returns to Sabah roots to tell a story of family
* Labubu fever to persist despite Pop Mart’s production surge: HSBC
* Japan ‘princess’, 63, weds lover ‘prince’, 31, is older than her mother-in-law
* New AI tool ‘can estimate the risk of more than 1,000 diseases'
* Asian-American businesses are being decimated by Trump tariffs, lawmakers warn
* Hong Kong logistics chief involved in water scandal begins pre-retirement leave
* Trump expects to meet leaders of 20 countries at the UN General Assembly high-level week
* Trump vows US push to reclaim key Afghan air base, ties it to China
* China backs Venezuela, warns US against ‘bullying’ after second deadly sea raid
* Beware: Check QR codes before you scan them to avoid 'quishing' scams
* Online radicalisation: Minor targets, extreme precision
* A summit of all talk and no real action in Qatar
* A Chinese citizen journalist reportedly sentenced to jail in new case
* How deadly is CJ-1000, world’s first hypersonic plane killer? PLA gives hint
* After 30 years, actor Daniel Dae Kim is still waiting for his rom-com moment
* Trump and Xi make progress on TikTok deal, plan to meet in six weeks time in South Korea
* Snuff out the ‘snuff films’ -- Social media has reduced two horrific killings to cheap gore.
* From worry to strategy -- AI is beginning to shape how bosses and employees interact.
* Interim PM vows to fix ‘failure’ in Nepal -- has pledged to fight corruption, create jobs and raise living standards
* Malaysia - Sports: All promises of rewards for athletes must now be in black and white
* Badminton - Para sports: PCM will not suspend Liek Hou but seeks explanation
* Badminton: Tang Jie-Ee Wei finish second in China Masters
* Athletics: Crowd buzz in Tokyo makes up for Japan track and field flops at the world athletic championships
* High drama in Dubai -'Switch off your phones and sleep', India captain tells team before heated Pakistan clash at Asia Cricket Cup
* Bear repellent rental business booming in Hokkaido, Japan
* 100-year-old doctor in Japan still practices medicine with no intention to retire
* Special counsel summons former South Korean president Yoon on treason allegations involving drone incident
* Athletics-Kenyan Odira storms to shock 800m gold
* Wrongfully jailed mum freed after 20 years speaks out, revives calls for justice reform in Australia
* Tennis-Swiatek battles back to win Korea Open title
* Athletics-American Hocker finds redemption with 5,000m gold
* Chinese Covid-19 whistleblower sentenced to four more years in jail, says journalist group
* ‘Tourists are scared’: Chinese travellers shun Nepal after deadly protests
* Motor racing-McLaren's F1 leader Piastri crashes out of Azerbaijan GP
* Zahid congratulates Tang Jie-Ee Wei despite China Masters final loss
* Athletics-Botswana make history with 4x400m relay gold, US take women's title
* Leopard kills girl in India's Madhya Pradesh village
* Luxury brands drop ads featuring South Korean actress after she allegedly insults China
* Athletics-Lyles and Jefferson-Wooden lead US to sprint relay double
* Double joy for M'sia as Duncan and Zoe ace it in Colombo
* US House lawmakers make rare China visit to stabilise ties
* White House says TikTok deal to be signed 'in the coming days'
* Palestinian foreign minister: Britain, Canada and Australia's recognition brings independence, sovereignty closer
* Pope Leo decries 'forced exile' of Gaza civilians
