Malaysia
* Single father declines public donations, grateful after viral video results in outpour of contributions
* Seven areas in northern peninsula under level 1 hot weather alert
* Focus on people, stop squabbling, Anwar urges PKR leadership
* Unity key to Malaysia's revival as 'Asian Tiger', says Zahid
* PETRONAS to negotiate with Russia on oil deal, says PM
* 85% of Malaysians still enjoy subsidised diesel, says Anwar
* Ocean Thunder arrives in Malaysia with one million barrels of Iraqi crude
* Malaysia stands firm in speaking the truth on global stage, says Anwar
* MCMC to probe individual over false claims of diesel export to Philippines
* BN must decide collectively on new party admissions, says Zahid
* No official statement from MIC that they’re leaving BN, says Zahid
* Sabah to push ‘Queen Avocado’ and grafted durians to boost rural income
* Cabinet ready for further pay cuts if Middle East crisis worsens, says Fahmi
* Malaysian among eight killed in Kalimantan chopper crash, says Wisma Putra
* Hishammuddin vows loyalty after Umno lifts suspension, KJ says ‘I’m home’
* Melaka secondary school teacher arrested for allegedly molesting disabled student
* Proposal to restore 300-litre Budi95 quota for media to be tabled on Tuesday, says Fahmi
* Govt allocates additional RM20mil for poverty eradication in Kelantan, says Anwar
Singapore
* Singapore's Nanyang Junior College student suspended, police report lodged after alleged case of sexual misconduct
* Singaporeans adapt routines to cope with rising prices amid Middle East conflict
* Singtel, StarHub, M1 broadband services down for some customers
* Singapore urges international community to uphold transit passage rights
* Student taken to hospital after fire in Singapore’s NTU laboratory
* Iran warns that any US breach in their commitments will receive appropriate response
Indonesia
* Bapanas ensures a sufficient soybean supply for tofu and tempeh producers in Indonesia
* Wikimedia to hold talks with govt after blackout threat
* Indonesia explores energy cooperation with Russia
* Indonesian haj departures on track amid Middle East war
* Indonesia junior high school teacher named suspect in death of student testing 3D-printed rifle
Thailand
* Thailand reinforces wildfire response with satellite technology
* Storm chaos in Northeast Thailand – Surin blackout, Buriram roads blocked
* Thailand, Asean debt under scrutiny as IMF flags energy shock risk across Asia-Pacific
* Thailand could become as hot as the Sahara by 2070, research shows
* Bangkok heat index stays in danger zone for 18 straight days
Philippines
* Ex-MP from the Philippines detained in Prague
* Investigators question accomplice of notorious South Korean 'drug kingpin' in Philippines
* High debt ties Philippines' hands in response to energy crisis: IMF
* Philippines' BINI caps historic Coachella debut with standout finale
Vietnam
* South-East Asia pivots towards renewables energy as IEA flags rising fuel costs
* Vietnam's southern hub launches free health check-ups
* World Bank honours Vietnam for effective human capital development, utilisation
* Vietjet signs finance lease deal with SPDB for 10 Chinese-made COMAC aircraft
Myanmar
* UN declares last year was deadliest for Rohingya refugees
* Suu Kyi sees sentence reduced
* Over 170 foreign prisoners pardoned in Myanmar New Year amnesty
* Myanmar release of top Suu Kyi ally spurs small democracy hope
Cambodia
* China ranks fourth largest source of international tourist arrivals to Cambodia's iconic Angkor in Q1
* Cambodia records over 70,000 foreign tourists during traditional New Year holiday
* Oil prices in Cambodia fall further after Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz
Laos
* Wildfires used to 'go to sleep' at night. Climate change has them burning overtime
* Laos continues centuries-old alms giving tradition
Brunei
* Almost 30 Bruneians complete six-month coding training
* Brunei community spirit takes centre stage at festive gathering
Aseanplus
* How prolonged Iran war could disrupt Asia tech industry from chipmaking to AI data centres
* Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as restrictions reimposed
* China threat used to convince Congress of need to bolster US military capabilities
* Which countries are most vulnerable as US imposes its own blockade in Persian Gulf?
* Iran reimposes restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz
* 5.5-magnitude quake hits Pakistan, Afghanistan
* Pope slams AI abuse after Trump's Jesus post
* Appeal of Chinese-style gold jewellery soars
* Iran announces partial reopening of its airspace
* China sex toy makers cautiously embrace AI wave
* Japanese fans gather to welcome BTS on world tour
* Australia extends relaxed fuel standards to bolster supply
* Australia, Japan sign contracts to start US$7bil warship deal
* One killed after car swerves into group of people in Melbourne
* Pakistan power cuts double as hydro slump upends supply plans
* India fails to pass parliament expansion bill linked to quotas for women
* US forces turn 23 vessels back to Iran, enforcing blockade, military says
* Japan earmarks 10.6tril yen in Budget for security-related expenditures
* Skin boosters made from cadavers raise ethical concerns in South Korea
* Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes Hindu Kush in Afghanistan, EMSC says
* 5-magnitude earthquake strikes off mountainous Nagano in Japan: NHK
* Nine dead as van carrying 13 tourists falls into gorge in Coimbatore, India
* Chinese regulator fines, confiscates US$527mil from food delivery platforms
* Israel, Lebanon agree to launch direct talks after rare US-facilitated meeting
* US envoy Waltz touts ‘America first’ policy, budget cuts in Senate swipe at UN
* Pakistan military chief, PM head home after Middle East conflict diplomacy blitz
* South Korean President pledges ‘tangible contribution’ to Hormuz passage at summit
* Chinese Embassy says it received letter threatening to kill Chinese nationals in March
* India's Pune airport resumes operations after IAF aircraft snag shuts runway overnight
* Canton Fair under Middle East cloud, but sets records, as high costs hit China’s exporters
* China family buries luxury car as offering, prompting government reprimand, public apology
* 10 Communist Party of India workers held guilty of attempted murder of RSS-BJP workers in Kerala’s Kannur
* Ringgit climbs sen by sen -- Malaysia's ringgit is set to edge gradually firmer over the medium term
* Cricket - Rahul and Stubbs steer Delhi past Bengaluru in thrilling IPL contest
* China's high-flying freestyle skier Gu Ailing and Djokovic to host this year's Laureus Awards in Madrid
