Malaysia
* Zaharudin: Ahmad Samsuri better choice than Hamzah as Opposition Leader
* Umno's doors open to all wanting to return, including Hamzah, says Zambry
* 11 men, woman held over vandalism, threats against ‘Cikgu Chandra’
* Ad hoc public holidays place undue strain on companies, says SME group
* It worked for Leo: Catch me if you can, Tamim dares detractors
* Wife's request for ayam gepuk triggers violent domestic dispute
* Rosmah's appeal hearing in solar hybrid project case to begin July 1
* Zahid receives KJ's request to return to Umno
* US Navy littoral combat ships spotted at Butterworth container terminal
* Malaysia urges restraint to prevent wider West Asia conflict
* Robbery attempt at PJ jewellery store ends in fatal shooting
* Transport Ministry proposes harsher penalties for MRT cable thieves
* Claims of Bersatu making overtures to PH are malicious disinformation, says Muhyiddin
* Duo charged with trafficking over 3 tonnes of drugs
* SRC board couldn't defy resolution that reflected the PM's decision, witness tells court
* Authorities probing RM183 parking charge claim at Melaka wholesale market
* Ministry to allow more workshops to install speed limiters for heavy vehicles
* Sarawak aims for five million tourists in 2026, after falling short by 20,000 in 2025
* Zamri Vinoth, activist Arun Dorasamy to be charged March 17
* I am not involved in any kind of 'corporate mafia' tactics, says Victor Chin
* Three men electrocuted in attempted cable theft in Ipoh
* Penang LRT project on track despite Package 2 tender delay, says Chow
* Zamri Vinoth among four to be charged over statement on 3R issues, says IGP
* Saifuddin Nasution obtains default judgment against social media user in defamation case
* 'Corporate Mafia' claims: Police inspected several premises linked to businessman, says IGP
* Terengganu declares March 19 a public holiday for Aidilfitri
* No PdPR for now, school sessions to continue as usual, says Education Ministry
* Clear skies for most states throughout Aidilfitri, says MetMalaysia
* Selangor cops to mobilise 542 personnel to ensure smooth traffic ahead of Hari Raya
Singapore
* Singtel down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows
* Singtel services being progressively restored after thousands of users report service outage
* More warm days expected in second fortnight of March in Singapore: Weatherman
* Indian national to be charged in Singapore over molesting, harassing cabin crew member on flight
* Over five months’ jail for Swedish man who molested two women in a day while drunk in Singapore
* Jail, caning for man who sexually assaulted friend who came over to his flat in Singapore
* Singtel mobile services restored after eight-hour disruption; payments, ride hailing affected
Indonesia
* Indonesia firms in palm oil fraud probe supplied fuel majors
* Indonesian activists defiant following acid attack on rights defender
* Probe into acid attack on Indonesian activist underway as condemnation grows
Thailand
* Twenty Thai sailors return home after vessel attacked in Gulf
* Thailand warns of heatstroke risk amid hot season after 21 deaths recorded in 2025
* Thai parliament to vote on new PM on Thursday, house speaker says
* Middle East conflict threatens to thwart Thailand’s tourism recovery
* Bangkok to restrict mobile phone use in 437 BMA schools from May 18
Philippines
* Transport strikes planned in Philippines, beginning March 19
* Filipinas seek abortions online in largely Catholic nation
* Philippines probes sudden closure of gas stations amid price hikes
* Philippines questions authenticity of China-circulated letter on Scarborough Shoal claim
Vietnam
* Chinese FM meets with Vietnamese counterpart
* Vietnam taps trail tourism potential
* Vietnam election results announcement no later than March 25
Myanmar
* Myanmar's post-coup parliament sits packed with junta allies
* Myanmar parliament convenes as army prepares for new era of rule
* Yangon Region Chief Minister calls for round-the-clock inspections of unlicensed vehicles
* Myanmar’s junta chief expected to hand over top military post to long-time protege
Cambodia
* Cambodia planning border school bunkers
* Cambodia's Ratanakiri governor assures public province ‘free of online scam operations’
Laos
* Innovative project breathes new life into Lao musical traditions
* Traffic police, HEINEKEN Laos partner to encourage safe driving
Brunei
* FDI companies create about 4,000 jobs in Brunei
* Brunei Minister addresses prolonged acting appointments
* Brunei Legislative Council member stresses economic diversification in support of Supply Bill
Aseanplus
* International law must apply equally to all nations, says Anwar
* Govt monitoring West Asia crisis, NEAC holding weekly discussions, says Anwar
* No plans to repatriate Category 3 M'sians from West Asia as commercial flights have reopened, says Tok Mat
* What are Asian countries doing to offset the oil-price rise
* Govt yet to receive official notice from US on ART status, says Johari
* Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on
* Hong Kong actress Sisley Choi leaves TVB after 13 years
* AI agent 'lobster fever' grips China despite risks
* ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins Oscar for best animated film
* Negative open on Bursa Malaysia as oil prices continue to rise
* Oil slips as Trump presses other countries to help secure Strait of Hormuz
* Japan not planning Hormuz escort mission, PM Takaichi says
* Micron plans second chip facility at newly acquired Taiwan site
* 'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' wins Oscar for best original song
* Foreign investors records US$16.8bil outflow across eight Asian markets last week
* Japan to release oil stocks as US says buy American
* China approves first brain implant for commercial use
* South Korea may need foreign workers to fill 110,000 elderly care jobs by 2028
* China urges US to 'immediately correct erroneous' trade practices
* Australia says won't send navy ship to Strait of Hormuz after Trump request
* At least 10 patients killed in hospital fire in India's Odisha
* TVET: A skills partnership between China and Malaysia
* FBM KLCI pares losses as traders stay hopeful for oil disruption to ease
* Syed Saddiq celebrates Bella Astillah’s birthday, treats her and her children to meal: ‘Happy birthday, Iron Lady’
* Seoul’s subway ticket kiosks to accept overseas cards from March 17
* Chinese firms seek to loosen West's grip on lucrative snow business
* Tea brands push fresh brews toward stronger global presence
* Indian foreign minister hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz, FT reports
* IJM plans India exit to unlock shareholder value
* Asian stocks waver on Mideast tensions; Indonesia tumbles to eight-month low
* South Koreans bask in Oscars triumph for 'KPop Demon Hunters'
* Taiwan's Foxconn books 2% fall in fourth-quarter profit, lags forecasts
* Oil rises as focus returns to threats on Middle East export facilities
* South Korea on highest alert as three major livestock diseases spread nationwide
* Australians feel petrol pinch as panic buying drives shortages
* Afghan govt says four civilians killed by Pakistan shelling
* Malaysia’s AI push must deliver digital livelihoods, says MDEC CEO
* Two dead, including teenager, after boats capsize off Japan's Okinawa
* FBM KLCI slips on cautious sentiment amid mixed regional markets
* China in contact with US on summit, Rubio sanctions may not apply, Beijing says
* Ringgit ends higher against US dollar, other major currencies amid stable regional sentiment
* Alibaba CEO takes helm of new AI-focused business group
* Tragedy at Cuttack Hospital, India: 10 dead, several injured in ICU fire, CM orders judicial probe
* ECRL project has achieved 92.62% construction progress as of February 2026
* HK actor Moses Chan’s wife Aimee Chan debuts new hairstyle, wows in figure-hugging dress
* Hong Kong warns govt departments not to install AI tool OpenClaw
* As India seeks Hormuz safe passage, Tehran asks for return of seized tankers, sources say
* Indian airlines cancel all Dubai flights after drone strike
* West Asia conflict: Ports must be ready to handle extra containers, says Loke
