Balinese people gather for prayers at a temple to celebrate Galungan in Denpasar, on Indonesia's resort island of Bali, on September 25, 2024. Galungan is a holiday celebrated by Balinese as a sign of victory of good against evil. - Photo: AFP
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Wednesday (Sept 25, 2024)
Malaysia
* Fuel prices Sept 26-Oct 2: Unchanged across the board
* Johor Perikatan lodges police report over Puad's China trip
* GISB probe: 34 to be rearrested under Sosma once remand order expires, says IGP
* GISB never paid taxes for their businesses, says IGP
* British pop band 911 to hold concerts in Kota Kinabalu and KL in October
* Wednesday will be sugar-free day in Parliament from upcoming meeting, says Speaker
* No motion of no-confidence against PM received so far, says Dewan Rakyat Speaker
* Sinkhole: Access to KLIA terminals remains unaffected
* Najib had no control of SRC International funds, High Court hears
* Accumulated fixed asset investment up 3% to RM5.6T in 2023
* Enough fish supply during monsoon, traders warned not to hike prices
* Ex-GISB member speaks out, urges boycott of group
* 5,000 foreign workers at risk after sudden closure of RTK 2.0, bosses claim
* Court denies second psychiatric evaluation for man charged with killing mother
* GISB probe: Magistrate’s Court rejected bail applications of 22 women
* Lorry driver in influencer Esha's cyberbullying case gets 12 months prison
* Heavy rain and strong winds expected across Malaysia, MetMalaysia advises caution
* Najib: SRC International board did not verify matters with me
* Sinkhole appears in front of KLIA's VIP Complex
* Dr M still has the need for speed at 99
* Mahkota polls: Singapore-based voters will have smooth journey back, says Johor MB
* Telegram most-used app by investment scam syndicates, say police
* Commercial crimes have caused over RM1.7bil in losses this year
* Two babies swept away in Sook flood
* Skeletal remains of infant discovered at Rawang Bypass
* Sarawak cops arrest two suspects in fatal shooting of soldier
* Smoking Products Control Act to take effect on Oct 1
Singapore
* Addict took drugs in full view of teen daughter, gave meth to 14-year-old son
* Form teacher called pupil ‘baby’, molested her three times from Primary 5 till she was in Secondary 1
* Singapore’s dismal IPO market has companies eyeing Malaysia
* Jail, caning for man who pulled knife on stranger, bit officer during arrest
* Singapore places fourth in world financial centres ranking, ahead of San Francisco, Shanghai
* Is a four-day work week feasible in Singapore? Poll shows nearly seven in 10 employers think so
* Rumoured exes Kylie Minogue and Lenny Kravitz reunite at Singapore Grand Prix
* ‘The hardest goodbye’: Singaporean actor Desmond Tan mourns death of pet dog Hoshi
* After Iswaran’s conviction, AGC says it will make decision on Ong Beng Seng soon
* Singapore Navy commissions first two Invincible-class submarines
* Twelve Singapore Air Force servicemen injured in Australia after accident during Exercise Wallaby
* Singaporean actress Julie Tan confirms relationship with influencer
* Police probe video clip involving boys hitting primary school pupil
Indonesia
* Indonesia entering new phase as industrial nation: Jokowi
* Indonesia's Prabowo will stick to approved 2025 budget spending, aide says
* Airport in Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara to open for commercial flights: Jokowi
* Indonesia hails Chinese firm as first foreign investor in troubled new capital
* ADB raises 2024 economic growth forecast for developing Asia, the Pacific
* Miracle needed for Indonesia to become advanced economy by 2045: World Bank
* Roundup: Indonesia in cautious mode to face megathrust earthquakes
Thailand
* Thai crocodile farm owner reveals ‘devastating decision’ to cull breeding stock
* From Moo Deng to Choupette, some animals become brands in their own right
* Thai durian exports under cadmium scrutiny; govt says contaminated fruit in China did not originate from them
* Thailand has no plans to scrap visa exemption schemes despite proposed new ETA system
* Thai PM eyes taking advantage of baht gain
* 'Monumental step' as Thai king signs same-sex marriage into law
Philippines
* Philippine growth in 2024 to be bolstered by slower inflation, increased investment: ADB report
* US missile system will remain in the Philippines despite China's alarm
* Philippines says its aircraft was shadowed by Chinese navy helicopter during patrol
* Duterte aide’s brother faked Philippine identity for gun, Pogo
Vietnam
* Two Vietnamese climbers rescued on the Matterhorn
* IMF lauds Vietnam as economic bright spot
* Vietnam's leader Lam meets US corporations, pledges to boost tech economy
* Ex-govt accountant sentenced to death for theft
* Flooding forces thousands to evacuate
Myanmar
* European Union to provide €1.2 million for Myanmar's flood relief
* Myanmar fighters battle to hold prized city
* UN monitors reports that ‘executions may be imminent’
* Pope asks for jailed leader Suu Kyi to be freed
* Soldiers help clean up after Yagi ravages junta-held regions
Cambodia
* International forum explores new tech to combat online child crimes in Cambodia
* Cambodia hopes a new canal will boost trade; but it risks harming the Mekong that feeds millions
* ADB retains Cambodia's growth forecast at 5.8% in 2024
Laos
* South Korea to provide US$500,000 in aid to typhoon-hit Laos
* Asean members mull upgrade of FTA with Australia, New Zealand
Brunei
* ‘No more photocopying your IC’: Brunei senior official
* Freight company manager sentenced to two years in jail for corruption
Aseanplus
* China boarding school criticised for harsh punishment of pupil for using toilet late at night
* HK actor Benjamin Yuen spotted around KL and Melaka
* Nine-year old brutally raped in Madhya Pradesh, accused arrested
* Cuts, cash, credit: China's latest bid to jumpstart flagging economy
* Outrage after China firm fires woman for refusing to buy breakfast for boss, results in reinstatement
* HK star Maria Cordero, 70, halts activities to undergo heart surgery
* Bread baking event in Aomori Prefecture helps 300 students set Guinness record, fires up knowledge of local cuisine
* Panel decision put prosecution in dilemma over Dior bag case
* Ringgit hits strongest level since June 2021, rises 0.69% against US$
* 5 national parks around the world to experience magnificent autumn foliage
* Why did Sri Lanka's president call a snap general election?
* India allows foreign diplomats to observe first elections in Kashmir in 10 years
* Hong Kong customs warns cross-border shoppers not to bring raw meat and eggs into city
* Dr Wee attends the 3rd Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou
* Van Gogh painting owned by princess may fetch US$50 million at Hong Kong auction, setting record
* South Korean couple welcoming quintuplets to receive over US$128,000 in childbirth grants
* China launches intercontinental missile into Pacific in rare test
* China's seniors search for love again
* Coldplay to test Hong Kong’s dream to be Asia’s next concert hub
* Bangladesh Hasina's son wants role for her party in reforms, election
* Chinese esports firm launches multi-title tournament in Asia with Saudi Arabia backing
* AirAsia X issues circular on proposed RM6.8bil acquisition for shareholders' review
* Seoul seeks to improve Filipino caregiver programme after two abscond
* Finland zoo returns giant pandas to China over cost
* Myanmar-Rohingya crisis: US encourages Bangladesh to continue working with Asean
* Drunk driver crashes van into city bus in South Korea, injuring 28 people
* Hong Kong climbs to third in global financial centres index, tops Asia-Pacific region
* 1 in 5 victims of ‘naked-chat blackmail’ in Hong Kong are students as young as 11 years old
* China's 'full-time dads' challenge patriarchal norms
* Asian markets boosted again after another Chinese rate cut
* Trash balloons sent by North Korea cause regular disruptions at Seoul's airports
* Pikki Pikki dance: South Korean cheerleader dance routine takes social media by storm
* Five million watch viral clip of China teen viciously attacking mum for refusing to give him money
* Australia inflation slows to 3-yr low in Aug, core still above target
* Hong Kong boasts more fresh talent than Singapore in five industries, global survey finds
* Helping hand for beached sea mammals
* PM vows to defend airspace
* Dissanayake to call for snap polls
* Iswaran pleads guilty to corruption
* Sri Lanka president dissolves parliament to clear way for Nov. 14 polls
