AseanPlus News

Philippines ex-president Duterte taps a new lawyer for ICC trial

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte hired a new lead counsel as he heads for a full-blown trial on alleged crimes against humanity charges before the International Criminal Court.

AseanPlus News

'Enough is enough' Thailand orders crackdown on unruly tourists who misbehave in public

Thailand's Interior Ministry has ordered provincial authorities nationwide to take firm action against unruly foreign tourists, warning that those who break the law, will be deported immediately.

China

Beijing hits out at UK over conviction of two men tied to Hong Kong trade office

Foreign ministry accuse UK of abusing the law after Bill Yuen and Peter Wai found guilty of spying on Hong Kong activists in Britain

Nation

King invites Putin to visit Malaysia in 2027

MOSCOW: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, on Saturday (May 9) invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Malaysia in 2027, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.

Cycling

Motorcycling-Aprilia's Martin wins French Grand Prix sprint from eighth on grid

LE MANS, ⁠May 9 (Reuters) - Aprilia's Jorge ⁠Martin won the French Grand ‌Prix sprint on Saturday despite starting eighth on the grid at Le ​Mans to close in ⁠on teammate and ⁠championship leader Marco Bezzecchi in ⁠the standings.

AseanPlus News

South-East Asia nations boost maritime ties to avoid Hormuz-like crisis

South-East Asian nations agreed to boost cooperation and create a centre for maritime issues and avoid unwanted situations in the future.

Nation

King is first M'sian head of state to be invited for Victory Day celebrations in Moscow

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, made history on Saturday (May 9) by becoming the first Malaysian Head of State to be invited as a Guest of Honour to the 81st Anniversary of Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, Russian Federation.

Football

Soccer-Chelsea end six-game losing run with 1-1 draw at Liverpool

LIVERPOOL, England, May 9 (Reuters) - Enzo Fernandez's ⁠free kick secured Chelsea a 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday, ending ⁠the visitors' six-game losing run in the Premier League and earning caretaker manager Calum MacFarlane ‌a first point in charge.   

Myanmar

Asean now considering more effective and aggressive engagement with Myanmar

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said ASEAN leaders were seriously considering a more "effective and aggressive" engagement with Myanmar, guided by the Five-Point Consensus (5PC).

Sabah & Sarawak

Daro school electrocution survivor transferred to general ward, say cops

SIBU: A Form Three student at a secondary school in Daro Mukah who was treated in Sibu Hospital's intensive care unit for severe injuries from electrocution on Wednesday (May 6) has been transferred to the general ward after his condition was reported to be stable.

Nation

TMJ to receive Sports Leadership Icon Award at SAM-100PLUS Awards

KUALA LUMPUR: The Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, has been named the recipient of the Sports Leadership Icon Award at the Sportswriters Association of Malaysia (SAM)-100PLUS 2025 Awards, which is scheduled to take place in the capital next Wednesday (May 13).

AseanPlus News

Asean members reaffirm rules-based order and unity at the 48th Summit in Cebu

Asean leaders underscored the importance of maintaining a rules-based regional order, peaceful settlement of disputes and adherence to international law.

Japan

Japan government debt hits record high for 10th straight year

Japan's central government debt stood at 1,343.84 trillion yen (about US$8.58 trillion) as of the end of March, hitting a record high for the 10th consecutive year.

AseanPlus News

‘I could only stand and watch’: Indonesian guide recalls trying to save Singaporeans on Mount Dukono

The Mount Dukono eruption killed two hikers from Singapore and one from Indonesia, local police chief Erlichson Pasaribu said Friday.

Cricket

Cricket-Australia's Starc eyes 2027 World Cup

NEW DELHI, May ⁠9 (Reuters) - Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc remains driven by the competitive nature ⁠of cricket and hopes to extend his 16-year international career for ‌a few more years, he said on Saturday, keeping the door open for a potential appearance at the 2027 World Cup.

AseanPlus News

WHO chief informs people that risk from hantavirus-hit ship 'low'; cruiser to arrive in Spain soon

The WHO chief assured the people of Tenerife on Saturday that the risk to them from an arriving cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak was "low".

AseanPlus News

Boom time again -Gold firms and makes weekly gain on US-Iran deal hopes

US employment increased more than expected in April, and it expects an Iranian response to the peace proposal.

Vietnam

Vietnam expands South China Sea outposts as Beijing attempts to reinforce competing territorial claims

Vietnam has expanded its outposts in the South China Sea by hundreds of acres over the past year, according to a new report.

China

Was China’s ‘fireworks capital’ rushing its July 4 orders when deadly blast hit?

Industry insiders say Liuyang factories were under pressure to meet deadlines ahead of summer production ban

Indonesia

Indonesia detains over 300 foreigners in gambling crackdown in the capital city

Indonesian authorities have detained more than 300 foreign nationals this week for allegedly running an online gambling ring in the capital Jakarta, police said Saturday.