The newly crowned Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, waves after winning the 72th edition of the Miss Universe pageant, in San Salvador. - AFP
Malaysia:
* People in areas at risk of floods urged to take precautionary measures, says DPM
* PM secures RM63bil trade deals, attracts investment buzz for M’sia
* Anwar the voice of Gaza, emerging economics in Apec 2023
* MYAirline: 533 applications for Socso benefits received, 277 approved, says Sivakumar
* Bursa Malaysia expected to climb to 1,480 level from Monday (Nov 20) onwards
* Ringgit seen trading in tight range at RM4.67 to RM4.68 against the US dollar this week
* KL teen arrested for attacking mother, older brother with machete
* Malaysia DPM Zahid doing well after surgery, says daughter
* Altantuya's father cries foul over Sirul's release from Aussie jail
* FMen should be brave and lodge sexual harassment reports too, says Nancy
* Isham questioned by cops after Siti Mastura claims Chin Peng ties info came from BN leaflet
* Malaysian Higher Education Ministry to curb radicalism among youth
Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild (from left) Miss Australia Moraya Wilson and Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios, react after being named the final three contestants during the 72nd Miss Universe pageant, in San Salvador, El Salvador. - AP
Singapore:
* Teenager and two men arrested for conspiracy to commit robbery in Punggol area in Singapore
* Technology plays vital role in attaining ESG goals, say panellists at Sustainable World Forum
* Israel’s right to self-defence does not extend to indiscriminate killing of civilians, says Singapore minister
* Johor-Singapore special economic zone hub should be in Pasir Gudang, says MP
* Ant Group’s chairman puts his faith in global expansion and pledges to support SMEs in Singapore speech
* Singapore Govts launch cross-border QR-code payments
* UN plastic treaty talks grapple with re-use, recycle, reduce debate
Indonesia:
* Enhanced connectivity with Indonesia will boost tourism, says Malaysian ambassador
* Indonesian and S. Korean halal authorities sign mutual certification recognition agreement
* Majestic Bhullar of India strolls to Indonesian Masters for 11th Asian Tour win
* More than 500 Rohingya refugees land in Indonesia: UN agency
* Sugar prices are rising worldwide after bad weather tied to El Nino damaged crops in Asia
Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild takes part in the 72nd Miss Universe pageant in San Salvador, El Salvador. - Reuters
Thailand:
* PM Srettha advocates urgent action to propel Thailand’s economy forward
* Anntonia Porsild - Thailand's beauty queen who wants to be a force for good; first Thai to be in top three in Miss Universe contest in 35 years
* Thailand plans more visa waivers and events to lift tourism revenue
* Thais trapped by Myanmar fighting repatriated, Thai army says
* Nicaraguan Sheynnis Palacios wins crown at Miss Universe 2023; Thailand's Anntonia Porsild and Australia's Moraya Wilson round up top 3
Philippines:
* Philippines: Sara Duterte says she has no ambition to run for president in 2028
* Philippines leader Marcos' visit to Hawaii boosts US-Philippines bond and recalls family history
* American banned for life in the Philippines for writing profanity on digital immigration form
* Another quake in the Philippines - 5.0-magnitude quake hits 11km SE of Hinundayan, says USGS
* World Bank approves US$500mil loan to help Philippines cope with disasters
Miss Philippines Michelle Dee takes part in the National Costume Show during the 72nd Miss Universe pageant in San Salvador, El Salvador. - Reuters
Vietnam:
* Major efforts are being made to promote Vietnamese cuisine on world culinary map
* Vietnam govt issues action programme for bio-tech development and application
* Vietnam going big on sustainable development of marine aquaculture
* Vietnam raises US$123.5mil in govt bond auction
* New home for wallabies trafficked into Vietnam
Myanmar:
* Myanmar's state admin council calls for release of abducted varsity students and staff
* Hundreds of Thais to be evacuated from Myanmar via China amid heavy fighting
* New clashes in Rakhine State displace over 26,000
Miss Vietnam Bui Quynh Hoa takes part in the National Costume Show during the 72nd Miss Universe pageant in San Salvador, El Salvador. - Reuters
Cambodia:
* Cambodia reports 4.11 million air passengers in first 10 months - an increase of 144%, says minister
* Cambodia pushing for green economy and launches five-year circular strategy on environment
* Three new major bridges to be built in Cambodia with aims to elevate eastern economic growth
Laos:
* Lao President reaffirms commitment to strengthen ties with North Korea
* Laos govt confident of influx of foreign tourists to year’s end
Brunei:
* Brunei Sultan meets Vietnam president in US, both countries intend to strengthen cooperation and keep the peace in South China Sea
* Two Indonesians jailed, fined and caned for overstaying in Brunei
Miss Australia Moraya Wilson takes part in the 72nd Miss Universe pageant in San Salvador, El Salvador. - Reuters
AseanPlus:
* No hedging for Malaysia in Israel-Hamas conflict
* MMEA nabs 10 foreigners for illegal fishing off Bagan Datuk
* Indian officials consider five new plans to rescue men trapped in tunnel
* Japanese troops drill on island seen as vulnerable to China
* Japan's teamLab readies renewed digital museum in Tokyo mega complex
* A Chinese man is extradited from Morocco to face embezzlement charges in Shanghai
* Hong Kong may experience warmer, wetter winter this year, weather forecaster says as temperatures drop to 15 degrees Celsius
* Former teacher in China travels the world in traditional hanfu attire to spread Chinese culture around the globe
* US has every right to be in Indo-Pacific, Joe Biden tells 1,000 Apec business leaders
* AI no match for innovative human minds, says mathematician winner of Hong Kong’s Shaw Prize
* Tree hugging, bead play and mango seeds: Chinese youth seek novel ways to relieve stress
* Taylor Swift postpones Brazil show after fan dies in extreme heat
* China's Guangdong university student stripped of financial aid after flaunting wealth
* South Korea performs successful womb transplant, country’s first
* APEC over, Taiwan reports renewed Chinese military activity
* A desire for peaceful global ties - says China President Xi Jinping
* China’s 2023 GDP forecasts twisted and turned as prognosticators puzzled over country’s future
* China’s Xi Jinping pledges to tear down foreign investment barriers, entice with ‘heart-warming’ measures
* China, South Korea boast new economic exchanges to deepen collaboration in a time of geopolitical strife
* Sleepless India fans ready for World Cup cricket title clash
* Cricket-Aggressive Rohit ready to adapt in pursuit of World Cup glory
* 'Tired' Axelsen celebrates first title since September with Japan Open victory
* Slainte! Bottle of 60YO Scotch whisky sold for world record at auction
