An Indonesian performer dressed in costumes parades during the Jember Fashion Carnival, in eastern Java island. The annual parade brings designers creating elaborate and vibrant costumes with motifs of Wayang, Versailles, Rio carnival, zodiac signs and was attended by some 900 participants in a 3.6 kilometer parade route around the city. - AFP
Malaysia:
* Ringgit at its strongest in 14 years, says Anwar
* Malaysians urged to stay safe amid protests in the United Kingdom
* Joy and praise as Malaysian duo secures bronze in epic badminton showdown at Paris Olympics
* Socmed, messaging providers must have local presence to get a licence
* Suspect in Albertine's abduction case rearrested after child porn, sex toys found in house
* Extreme heat causing formation of sand dunes in Pahang's Sg Tembeling, affecting water transport
* Ban on female singers in Kuala Terengganu only applies to Muslims, says Gerakan president
* Sabah will stand strong behind Anwar, says Hajiji at PKR event
* Thank you buddy, says Thinaah to Pearly in a heartfelt posting
* Bursa Malaysia likely to extend consolidation mode and expected to move back to 1,600-level
* Ringgit to continue rising and likely to strengthen below 4.55 against US dollar this week
* Chants of 'Free Palestine' fill Axiata Arena / Large crowd gathers for pro-Palestine rally at Axiata Arena
Britain's Connor Bainbridge and Singapore's Maeder Maximilian (R) compete in race 1 of the Men's formula kite kiteboarding event during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games sailing competition at the Roucas-Blanc Marina in Marseille. - AFP
Singapore:
* Co-parenting after divorce: More in Singapore seek support to ensure children’s needs not neglected
* Chinese dialect groups in Singapore unite to celebrate long-lost Qixi Festival
* Almost one million enrolled in Healthier SG in first year
* Singapore’s Marc Louis misses chance to race against Olympic 100m champion after hamstring injury
* S’porean David Yong, who was in Netflix’s Super Rich in Korea, charged with falsification of accounts
* Sentosa’s Siloso Beach reopens ahead of schedule after oil spill cleanup
* Singapore named one of the world's safest holiday destinations
Indonesia:
* Diamonds, meatballs and motors: How Olympians can win more than medals - Indonesia even gives houses and restaurants for champions
* Rights groups in Jakarta hail safe abortion rule, urge more details
* Indonesia - Old sound, new nation
* Young Jakarta couples think twice about having children amid urban pressure
* Rights groups in Jakarta hail safe abortion rule, urge more details
* Standing up against violence - Indonesian women are now standing uo against domestic violence
* Who’s afraid of Prabowo? Perceptions of the incoming President also reflect how Chinese Indonesians themselves are faring in their country
Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn celebrates after defeating Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia during their men's singles badminton semifinal match at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, in Paris, France.- AP
Thailand:
* Oh, What pain! - Thai star Khongwatmai withdraws from Olympic golf with back injury
* Thailand moves closer to legalising casinos to prop up tourism
* Govt urged to protect reputation of Thai traditional massage
* Dutch boy and Chiniese girl injured after Chiang Mai airport ceiling panels fall onto them
* Police investigate brawl in Pattaya
* Regional conference in Bangkok explores digital economy cooperation
Philippines:
* Germany and the Philippines agree to rapidly finalise a defence pact to address security threats
* US$671,339 worth of smuggled marijuana seized in Manila port
* With gold, Carlos Yulo puts PH greatness on world stage anew
* Gymnast Carlos Yulo gives Philippines its second Olympic gold
* Stormy weather and kids: Tempering the tempest turmoil
Philippines' Carlos Edriel Yulo (gold) poses during the podium ceremony for the artistic gymnastics men's vault event of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Bercy Arena in Paris. - AFP
Vietnam:
* New Vietnam top leader Lam vows to 'fiercely' continue anti-graft campaign
* HCM City accelerates public spending to achieve 7.5% growth target this year
* Shooter Vinh struggles in 25m pistol event; Hoang disappointed in 1,500m swimming
* Vietnam, China improve counter-terrorism capacity
Myanmar:
* Myanmar armed group says captured regional military command
* Myanmar designates new protected public forest area in eastern state
* Two killed, two injured in Myanmar military helicopter crash
* Airstrikes on border hospital kill 10 in Myanmar
An Indonesian performer dressed in costumes parades during the Jember Fashion Carnival, in eastern Java island.The annual parade brings designers creating elaborate and vibrant costumes with motifs of Wayang, Versailles, Rio carnival, zodiac signs and was attended by some 900 participants in a 3.6 kilometer parade route around the city. - AFP
Cambodia:
* Cambodia defends Angkor relocation to Run Ta Ek amid Unesco concerns
* Fresh case of H5N1 bird flu raises confirmed cases to 9 in Cambodia so far this year
* Cambodia's insurance industry records slight growth in H1
Laos:
* Laos govt to increase allowances for low-income workers to help overcome soaring prices of goods
* Lao govt hosts national symposium on social protection
* Lao chamber of commerce, Hong Kong sign MoUs for cooperation in several fields
Brunei:
* Scouts Go Solar workshop launched in Brunei
* Students in Brunei learn marine conservation
* Sultan leads birthday cycling event
Gold medalist, South Korea's Kim Woo-jin (centre) silver medalist, Brady Ellison of the United States, left, and bronze medalist, South Korea's Lee Woo-seok celebrate during the award ceremony for the men's individual archery, at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, in Paris, France. - AP
AseanPlus:
* Visa-free travel boosted China arrivals by nearly 200%, says Tiong
* Nicol David pens heart-warming message to Pearly and Thinaah
* S. Korea's Lim Si-hyeon wins gold in women's archery individual event for third gold in Paris
* Fried chicken flies home: K-drone delivery takes off this month
* S. Korea envoy urges Japan to reaffirm history recognition
* Imran puts onus of apology on army for his detention
* From cold shoulder to selfie together, two Koreas' encounter at Olympics
* Ridesharing restrictions in Japan to be eased on extremely hot days
* Ambience of Raj Bhavans should reflect Indian ethos: Indian President
* China moves to advance high-quality development of service consumption
* Stimulus package set to ignite fresh growth in China's consumer market
* Domestic comedy "Successor" continues to top China's box office chart
* Chinese tourists divided over reservation options at scenic spots: survey
* Fears of wider Mideast conflict deepen, with US seen as ‘not in control’
* Bihar Chief Minister's Office receives bomb threat; case registered
* N. Korean leader accuses S. Korea of smear campaign over floods
* Japanese Olympic superfan back with a bang in Paris after missing Tokyo games
* Cruel blow for Carolina as tearful Spaniard limps out of Olympics
* Yup, she is the GOAT: Record-chasing Biles primed to go out of Paris Olympics with a bang
* Olympics-Athletics-Saint Lucia's Alfred wins superb 100 metres gold / 'So, so proud': St. Lucia celebrates Alfred's historic Olympic gold
* Japan continues to bake amid scorching heatwave / Schoolkids wilt in under-insulated classrooms
* Count of a carnage in Bangladesh / At least 27 killed in Bangladesh clashes, government declares curfew
* Why was the Pei Pa Koa ice cream banned? Ingredient in traditional cough remedy that could have negative effects on pregnant women and childrenw
