Malaysia
* Diesel subsidies estimated at RM2.2bil in March, nearly triple previous month's figures, says Armizan
* Govt won't rush into hiking fuel prices despite mounting pressures, says Anwar
* Malaysians must understand impact of Middle East conflict, says Anwar
* Recovered public funds help govt withstand fuel shocks, says PM Anwar
* Environment Dept deputy DG to face further corruption charge
* My ‘party’ may already be in Perikatan, says Hamzah
* Melaka denies water rationing amid social media claims
* Govt to enhance response to energy crisis, protect welfare
* Sabah mulls work-from-home option for state civil servants
* Man nabbed over alleged sexual harassment at MRT station
* Thunderstorms, strong winds warning for 10 states, KL until 8pm
* MAG's hedging strategy pays off amid fuel volatility, eyes China for growth
* Housewife claims trial to eight cheating charges over RM173,500 jewellery scam
* Candidate selection based on merit, not position, Anwar tells Johor PKR members
* Education Ministry probing SOP compliance after two IPG students drown in Kedah
* Ringgit to hover around 4.00 to 4.05 level against the US dollar and stay cautious this week amid West Asia conflict
* Bursa Malaysia to remain cautious from Monday (April 6) due to Mideast conflict; to be confined within the 1,680-1,740
Singapore
* Former singer and Arsenal star Mihoko Ishida takes on new challenges as Singapore women’s coach
* Love and labour: A wife’s caregiving journey after husband’s stroke upends retirement dreams
* Taiwanese singer Rainie Yang’s concert in Singapore cancelled for second time
* Singapore and Japan to ensure Australia's fuel supply, Minister says
* Pilot initiative to be expanded to keep Singapore seniors active, socially connected to communities
* China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says
Indonesia
* UNSC approves Indonesia's call for emergency meeting on Unifil attack
* Multiple Mt Semeru eruptions send hot clouds 3.5km from crater
* Indonesia lays to rest peacekeepers killed in Lebanon
* Indonesia now teaming up to breed at risk orang utan with Japan
* What Zhipu and MiniMax’s first post-IPO earnings say about the 2 Chinese AI start-ups
Thailand
* 'No joy for Songkran': Energy crisis casts shadow over celebrated festival as Thailand tourist arrivals dwindle
* 70% of export cargo from southern Thailand transhipped through Penang, says PPC chairman
* Thailand braces for dangerous extreme heat before Songkran
* Tourism body stages water festival to connect six provinces across Thailand
* Trump says deal with Iran possible by Monday, Fox News reports
Philippines
* 'Spur the country to new heights, ' - Marcos calls on Filipinos to embrace compassion and unity on Easter Sunday
* Global Sumud Flotilla to depart from Barcelona on April 12
* Marcos urges Filipinos to ‘rise with renewed purpose’ on Easter Sunday
* Couple charged with trafficking Filipino caregivers in California
* British royals gather for Easter service, with Andrew and his family absent
Vietnam
* Vietnamese Ministry proposes advance mechanism for the fuel price stabilisation fund
* Turtle power drives Vietnam’s coastal conservation efforts
* For generations, Vietnam made its most beloved condiment the same way. The craft lives on
* Iran warns US-Israeli attacks on nuclear sites risk radioactive fallout across region
Myanmar
* 'I'm the boss now': Myanmar’s parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping the army firmly in charge
* Myanmar Airways to resume flights to Myitkyina and Putao from April 7
* Fuel shock bites in China and rest of Asia, but no panic yet - still this is not an April Fool's joke
* Unifil to lodge formal protest after Israeli troops destroy surveillance cameras at HQ
Cambodia
* Cambodia: Cham muslim fishers reeling from diesel costs, poor catch in Tonle Sap River
* Cambodia says it extradited accused money laundering leader to China
* Thanks to donors, Cambodian mountain school lives to teach for another year
* Svay Rieng casino licence revoked after over 100 scammers detained in Cambodia
Laos
* Man arrested for impaired driving after his car hits into a crowd during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana
* Laos puts youth at the centre of UXO awareness efforts
* Beijing speaks out against Israel death penalty law
Brunei
* HIV awareness programme educates Brunei youth on risks, prevention
* Multi-agency initiative brings AI-powered robots to Brunei Hari Raya celebration
* UN warns regional tensions divert attention from dire Gaza crisis
Aseanplus
* Malaysia condemns continuing attacks on Unifil peacekeepers in southern Lebanon
* Malaysia on Easter Sunday: Foster interfaith harmony to safeguard unity, says Aaron
* Malaysia can expect two million Indian tourists this year despiote West Asia conflict, says High Commissioner
* Ambassador Ouyang expresses condolences over Tun Ling’s passing
* KLIA among world’s top five airports with most shops and restaurants
* Open-cast pit to eco park: India reinvents old mines
* Two hikers rescued after being stranded at Lambir Hills
* Trump says US will target Iran's infrastructure on Tuesday
* Microsoft to make US$10bil AI-related investment in Japan
* New govt app in S. Korea to allow victims to monitor stalkers
* Gallup poll finds world views China better than United States
* Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds
* Rewards for reporting illegal foreign workers in Japan spark controversy
* Nearly 500 elderly killed by family caregivers in Japan in FY 2006-2024
* Revellers parade giant penises to dash stigma in Japan's fertility festival
* Will coming changes to HK$2 transport scheme hurt working elderly most?
* S. Korea military helicopter mistakenly enters DMZ during wildfire operation
* Other ways Easter is celebrated around the world (some will blow your mind!)
* S. Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels
* At the recent Tokyo Fashion Week, street style goes bold with layers and colours
* In high-stakes mission, US special forces rescue airman from Iran after F-15 crash
* Unifil to lodge formal protest after Israeli troops destroy surveillance cameras at HQ
* ‘I’m not dumb’: Hong Kong’s London trade office manager denies running spy network
* China’s Hainan Island in a major drive to promote it as a Muslim-friendly tourist destination
* 'Choose peace': Pope marks first Easter Sunday under cloud of chaotic Middle East conflict
* Compound Chinese surnames come from historic figures, ancient states; fewer than 100 remain
* Seoul cites differing circumstances of ships, countries after Japan-linked vessel transit Strait of Hormuz
* Bangladesh: Dhaka cuts office hours and turns off wedding lights due to huge increase in power charges
