Brunei

Helping hands reach underprivileged households in Brunei

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: A ceremony to distribute donations to underprivileged was held on Friday (Feb 20), organised by Projek Amal Impian Cahaya Iman in collaboration with Women Business Council (WBC) members, among others.

Cambodia

Cambodia's Interior Ministry debuts new complaint system

PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Interior has introduced a new online platform which allows members of the public to file complaints against civil servants or police officers who are guilty of misconduct or fail to fulfil their duties appropriately.

Vietnam

Vietnamese PM Chinh urges faster progress of expressway projects in Lang Son, Cao Bang provinces

LANG SON, (Vietnam): Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inspected construction sites and encouraged workers on the Huu Nghi–Chi Lang and Dong Dang–Tra Linh expressway projects on Friday (Feb 20), while directing efforts to accelerate their progress.

Nation

TB outbreak: Mask up at crowded places like Ramadan bazaars, public urged

KUALA LUMPUR: As Malaysians flock to Ramadan bazaars and breaking fast gatherings, the Health Ministry is reminding the public to observe tuberculosis (TB) precautions, especially in crowded and enclosed spaces.

Laos

Diplomats call for adaptation to shifting global trends

VIENTIANE: Senior diplomats have called for Laos to adapt to an increasingly complex global environment, highlighting diplomacy as key to turning challenges into development opportunities.

Nation

Public inspection for LRT Mutiara Line extension linking Penang Island, Seberang Perai

GEORGE TOWN: Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) has announced a Public Inspection exercise to gather feedback on the Revised Railway Scheme for the LRT Mutiara Line extension linking Penang Island and Seberang Perai.

Nation

12 police personnel suspended over cryptocurrency theft

KUALA LUMPUR: Twelve police personnel have been temporarily suspended from active duties in connection with the theft of cryptocurrency from Chinese nationals.

Nation

Bill to cap PM’s term at 10 years to be tabled on Monday

PETALING JAYA: Constitutional amendments to cap the Prime Minister's tenure at 10 years, or two terms, and to separate the roles of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor will be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday (Feb 23).

Thailand

Thailand extends work permit renewals for workers from Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam to March 31

BANGKOK: Thailand's Labour Ministry has extended the deadline for Lao, Myanmar and Vietnamese workers to complete work-permit renewal requirements until March 31.

Animals

How to introduce your pup to a new baby

Though preparing your family and home for a baby may seem all-consuming, it's important that you also prepare your dog for the arrival of a new family member.

Fashion

Old kimonos, new cool? Somehow, Japan’s traditional wear gets a fashion remix

From heirloom silk robes to contemporary jackets and dresses, Japan's centuries-old kimono is being reimagined for a new generation of style-conscious wearers.

Nation

Cops nab man connected to 2025 intimidation case

PETALING JAYA: Police have arrested a man in connection with a criminal intimidation case reported last year.

Nation

Police to call several individuals in probe over alleged share ownership by Azam Baki

KUALA LUMPUR: Several individuals will be called to give statements to assist in the investigation into the alleged share ownership involving Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, which was reported by international media, Bloomberg.

Japan

Cargo ship navigator arrested after deadly collision in central Japan

TSU, (Japan): (Bernama-Kyodo) The navigator of a cargo ship that collided with a fishing boat in central Japan and left two people dead was arrested Saturday (Feb 21) for professional negligence, a local coast guard office said, Kyodo News reported.

South Korea

Blackpink becomes first artist to reach 100 million subscribers on YouTube

SEOUL: (Bernama-Yonhap) K-pop girl group Blackpink has hit 100 million subscribers on YouTube, making it the first official artist channel to hit the milestone, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Nation

DAP special congress is part of party's internal process, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The special congress of DAP slated to be held on July 12 is part of the party's internal process to ensure organisational decisions are upheld, says government spokesman Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Nation

Sabah flood: Number of victims increased to 3,768 people at noon

KOTA KINABALU: The total number of flood victims in Sabah has increased to 3,768 as of noon on Saturday, compared to 3,685 in the morning.

Hockey

Olympics-Ice hockey-Canada eye legacy, United States seek revenge in gold-medal clash for the ages

MILAN, Feb 21 (Reuters) - Canada and ⁠the United States open a fresh chapter in their epic Olympic rivalry in Milan on Sunday, facing off in a heaven-sent gold-medal ⁠game that North American fans were praying for in the men's ice hockey tournament.

Myanmar

Myitkyina Airport in Myanmar attacked by drone, MNA Airlines passenger plane hit

YANGON: A drone attack on Myitkyina Airport in Kachin State on Friday (Feb 20) night reportedly hit an MNA Airlines passenger plane. Security forces continue to carry out necessary area security operations and will take effective and strong responses, it was announced.

Nation

Prioritise welfare of police personnel, says Dr Wan Azizah

KUALA LUMPUR: The welfare of police personnel should continue to be prioritised, in line with the concerns of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.