Religious leaders pray at the memorial for those who lost their lives in the 2002 Bali bombings on the 23rd anniversary of the attacks in Kuta, near Denpasar, on Indonesia's Bali island on Sunday, October 12, 2025. -- Photo by SONNY TUMBELAKA / AFP
Malaysia:
* PM Anwar to attend national Deepavali Madani open house on Oct 18
* Nine Malaysians released by Israeli regime arrive home safely
* Nine Malaysians freed by Israelis get new phones, courtesy of PM
* Four cops nabbed after testing positive for drugs at Kuantan entertainment outlet
* Joniston brushes off talk of PBS leaving GRS
* Sabah polls: Barisan to field MCA, PBRS candidates, says Zahid
* MCMC urges media to report Melaka sexual assault case ethically
* Salesman loses over RM1mil to online game investment scam
* Budget 2026: PTPTN loans to be converted to scholarships based on e-Kasih data
* Four students involved in alleged sexual assault case allowed to sit for SPM, says Fadhlina
* MCMC to swiftly carry out PM directive to strengthen country's data security, says Fahmi
* Melaka school rape case a wake-up call for stronger moral education, says Lam Thye
* Humanitarian missions to Gaza: NGOs must coordinate with Wisma Putra, says Tok Mat
* Cautious trading expected on Bursa Malaysia this week; likely to consolidate within the 1,620-1,640 range
* Ringgit likely to trade in a stable range against dollar this week as Budget 2026 boosts fiscal outlook
A policeman places flowers at the memorial for those who lost their lives in the 2002 Bali bombings on the 23rd anniversary of the attacks in Kuta, near Denpasar, on Indonesia's Bali island on Sunday, October 12, 2025. -- Photo by SONNY TUMBELAKA / AFP
Singapore:
* Italian swimmers suspended over shoplifting incident in Singapore
* One Malaysian killed, five Singaporeans injured after express bus crashes into signpost in Selangor
* Singapore young golf star Shannon bags Hero Women Indian Open title for third crown in Ladies European Tour
* ‘I need him to apologise,’ says Singaporean mum whose son attacked her while high on Kpods
* New bus services in Singapore by end-2025 to serve areas like Bukit Panjang, Punggol, Tengah
* 3,300 BTO flats with shorter waits in Singapore to be launched in October
* Police appeal for information on missing 18-year-old last seen in Singapore's Serangoon
Indonesia:
* Indonesian govt seeks local benefits in tourism development, says minister
* Indonesia to form special building inspection team after fatal school collapse in Sidoarjo
* Indonesia sees fewer disasters in September 2025 but more deaths
* Soccer-World Cup elimination 'really tough' to handle for Indonesia boss Kluivert
* Israel gymnastics group appeals Indonesia's bar on its athletes
* Indonesia can support two-state solution without recognising Israel
People throw flower petals at the memorial for those who lost their lives in the 2002 Bali bombings on the 23rd anniversary of the attacks in Kuta, near Denpasar, on Indonesia's Bali island on Sunday, October 12, 2025. -- Photo by SONNY TUMBELAKA / AFP
Thailand:
* Thailand's World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul becomes LPGA Tour’s first repeat winner of 2025 with dramatic playoff victory at Buick LPGA Shanghai
* Bangkok zoo to reopen predator zone a month after fatal lion attack
* Kelantan cops issue stern warning on counter setting at Malaysia-Thai border
* Bangkok named Asia’s best holiday destination for 2025, while two other Thai cities ranked in the top 10
* Thai Meteorological Dept predicts heavy rains next week before winter arrives
* Peace talks best approach for ending southern Thailand conflict: PM Anutin
Philippines:
* Philippines and China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash
* Another standoff in South China Sea - China's Coast Guard accuses Philippine ship of collision in disputed waters
* Philippines says Chinese vessel 'deliberately rammed' government ship
* Is the Philippines hurtling toward a revolution?
* Over 66,000 families in Philippines affected by two powerful earthquakes / Over 125,000 families affected by ‘doublet earthquake’ in Davao
Participants perform during the nationwide dance movement Indonesia Menari 2025 at a mall in Surabaya on Sunday, October 12, 2025. -- Photo by Juni KRISWANTO / AFP
Vietnam:
* Woman caught after robbing 11-year-old boy of 135 lottery tickets in Vietnam
* Vietnam, Singapore step up cooperation on energy, trade, technology
* A journey of oyster cultivation and pearl harvest in Vietnam's 'Pearl Island
* 'Durian freedom' in China's new Silk Road
* One Piece, many stories - A pop culture symbol accelerated by social media can transcend barriers of language
Myanmar:
* Suhakam calls for global cooperation to safeguard minors in conflict-affected Myanmar
* Myanmar marks World Post Day in Naypyidaw
* A Myanmar town lies in shambles as both sides in civil war vie for control
* One in five disaster victims experiences mental health issues, says WHO
* Gen Z of the world unite - Gen Z-led protests are spreading rapidly across the globe
Participants perform during the nationwide dance movement Indonesia Menari 2025 at a mall in Surabaya on Sunday, October 12, 2025. -- Photo by Juni KRISWANTO / AFP
Cambodia:
* South Korea pledges to protect citizens in Cambodia amid rise in kidnapping, forced labour cases
* South Korean ‘money mule’ recruiters nabbed for luring student to Cambodia, who was later found dead
* Cambodian meat smuggler loses Oknha title
* Chinese power plant source of technology, skill transfer to Cambodian talents
* Warships on a ‘friendship mission’ -- Two Chinese warships have arrived in Cambodia
Laos:
* Lao President’s state visit to North Korea signals strenthened ties
* Lao wind power project boosts livelihoods of local communities
* Cross-border wind power project in Laos to begin supplying Vietnam by end of 2025
Brunei:
* 'Careful what you read' - Brunei public cautioned against false report published online
* Malaysian charged with contraband possession in Brunei
* Night sky dazzles for Sultan of Brunei’s birthday, with performance by Anuar Zain
In this photo provided by the Philippine Coast Guard, a Chinese Coast Guard vessel, right, fires its water cannon at the Philippines' BRP Datu Pagbuaya near Philippine-occupied Thitu island, locally called Pag-asa island, at the South China Sea on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. -- Philippine Coast Guard via AP
AseanPlus:
* Malaysia to take part in UNTCC chiefs' conclave in New Delhi
* Asean’s top varsity -- Sunway University has surged ahead in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026
* Search for two missing Chinese tourists called off with no fresh leads
* Malaysian Immigration nabs 11 foreigners linked to online gambling ring in KL
* JPJ uncovers illegal tourist transport network, seizes 10 vehicles
* Immigration nabs over 60 foreigners working illegally at JB eateries
* Friends in need: Former schoolmates open cafe to help out friend in financial straits
* Akmal, Rayer slam display of Israeli flag at pro-Palestine rally in Kelantan
* Kelantan cops open probe over Israeli flag on display at pro-Palestine rally
* Beijing blames the US for raising trade tensions, defends rare earth curbs
* China enhances ability to monitor, forecast extreme weather
* China's express delivery volume tops 150 billion parcels
* Trump's India envoy Gor 'optimistic' after meeting PM Modi
* Hong Kong ‘could restart discussions on organ donation opt-out policy’
* Israel ready to receive hostages released by Hamas, Netanyahu says
* Repeated deadly cough syrup scandals pose hard questions for India’s drug regulators
* China woman cancels wedding, demands US$4,200 ‘hugging fee’, claiming emotional distress
* Osaka Expo draws over 25 million visitors ahead of closing after six-month run
* Indian pilots' body demands grounding of Air India's Boeing 787 fleet for electrical checks
* Anthropic CEO meets PM Modi, announces plans to expand operations in India
* Hong Ra-hee, RM make list of most influential figures in Korean art market
* Teacher in Bangladesh who accused BNP leader of rape held in a gold smuggling case
* Afghanistan claims 58 Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes; border closed
* 'Heavy clashes' at Afghanistan-Pakistan border: Taliban forces
* Tens of thousands attend pro-Palestinian rally in Sydney
* Mount Fuji sees drop in stranded climbers after tougher rules set
* Trump is not the enemy... for South Korea
* Self-driving buses set to roll through more Seoul neighbourhoods
* Japan diaper firms step up recycling as waste set to grow in ageing society
* Ceasefire holds in Gaza ahead of hostage release, Trump's visit to Israel
* #KoreaGlowUp: How beauty, anti-ageing industry is powering South Korea’s medical tourism
* Qantas confirms customer data released following cyber attack; more than five million customers affected
* Australian airline Qantas says millions of customers' data leaked online
* Bounty issued on Taiwan’s military unit for spreading ‘separatist’ ideas
* US actress Diane Keaton, star of 'Annie Hall,' dies at 79
* Soccer - Iraq coach Arnold turns sights on Saudis after Indonesia win
* Tennis - Gauff gets the better of Pegula to win Wuhan title
* Golf - 'A superstar in pain' - Tiger Woods undergoes back surgery again to address collapsed disc in spine
* Hockey - Azimuddin on target as Malaysia hold Australia in Sultan of Johor Cup
* Badminton: Pearly-Thinaah serve up a sizzling show to lift first Arctic Open title / Aaron-Wooi Yik go down fighting to finish second in Arctic Open
* Cricket - Campbell leads West Indies fightback against Kuldeep-inspired India in second Test / India bowl out West Indies for 248 and enforce follow-on
