A monk (left) walks past a Lord Ganesha idol (C) at the Wat Sri Suphan Buddhist temple, popularly known as 'Silver Temple' in northern Thailand's Chiang Mai city on Sunday, November 17, 2024. - AFP
Malaysia:
* Sandra Lim ends Malaysia's 53-year drought at Miss Universe competition
* Anwar arrives in Brazil for official visit, G20 Summit
* Malaysia, UAE look to bolster ties / Anwar to meet Brazilian president, captains of industry
* Govt discussed issue of removing packet cooking oil subsidy, says Rafizi
* Court to decide on prosecution's appeal in Bung Moktar, wife's graft case tomorrow
* Apec’s unprecedented step in addressing atrocities in Gaza encouraging, says Anwar
* 100 days as Chief Secretary: Shamsul Azri committed to strengthening public service reform agenda
* Over RM445mil needed to acquire land for proposed border wall, says Kelantan MB
* Ringgit to hover between 4.45 and 4.46 against the greenback this week; to see tight trading amid cautious mode
* Bursa Malaysian seen remaining in consolidation mode from Monday (Nov 18) onwards; to stay within 1,590-1,610 range
* Jun Hao finishes runners-up in Japan Masters after gallant run
* Lorry driver in fatal container accident to be charged tomorrow
Peru's President Dina Boluarte and Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima. - AFP
Singapore:
* Singapore drivers will be notified of traffic summonses at Johor checkpoints
* Singapore researchers document rare sight of two pangolins fighting, which left one severely injured
* Flash flood hits Singapore's Ophir Road amid heavy downpour; warnings issued for several places on Sunday (Nov 17)
* Asia-Pacific summit closes in Peru with China’s Xi front and center as Trump whiplash looms
* About 500 to 600 overstayers in Singapore yet to be arrested, says Home Affairs Minister
* Singapore offers to host Apec summit in 2030
* Flash flood hits Singapore's Bukit Timah Road amid heavy downpour; warnings issued for several places
Indonesia:
* Indonesian police launches probe after bomb threat at university graduation ceremony in Bandung
* Indonesia still believe as coach retains World Cup qualification hope despite Japan loss
* Indonesia to propose its famous Kebaya, Reog and Kolintang as Unesco cultural heritages
* Revote in 2025 if ‘empty box’ wins in November polls: Top Indonesian court
* Prabowo eyes ratification of Indonesia-Vietnam EEZ agreement
* Prabowo’s masterclass in foreign policy - The new Indonesian president continues to excel
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto arrives at the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) at the Convention Centre in Lima. AFP
Thailand:
* 'We've always treated all well', Malaysian singer treated fairly, says Thailand Corrections Department
* Little pygmy hippo Moo Deng now has an official song for you to bounce to
* Denmark's Victoria Kjaer Theilvig crowned Miss Universe 2024; Thailand's Suchata highest Asian finisher in fourth place
* More than 50,000 people expected to attend Impact’s Loy Krathong event in Thailand's Nonthaburi province
* Russian woman assaulted in Pattaya at night by Bolt rider
* Chiang Mai’s new public park a paradise for bird lovers
Philippines:
* Finally, Typhoon Man-yi weakens as it crosses Philippines' main island
* Japanese troops will train with US and Australian forces as concerns grow after Philippine issues in South-East Asia
* Thousands flee homes as Aurora province in Philippines braces for Super Typhoon Pepito’s impact
* Super Typhoon Man-yi fells trees, power lines in the Philippines; over 650,000 people affected
* The Philippines changed their map, Malaysia didn't, says Khaled on South China Sea territory
* Storm surge warning up in Metro Manila, other areas in Luzon / Philippines urges residents to flee as super typhoon Man-Yi strengthens on approach
Vietnam's President Luong Cuong (left) and Peru's President Dina Boluarte pose for photos on the steps of the government palace in Lima, Peru during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. - AP
Vietnam:
* Trump's victory set to reshape economic and political landscape for Asean and West Asia, say analysts
* Vietnam's assures people the electricity demand in 2025 will be met, says minister
* Vietnam sees opportunities to attract investments in electronics support industries
* Vietnam laments trade protectionism hurting exports
* Rice war in Asia - Demand concerns weigh on Vietnam rates; India prices at over one-year low
Myanmar:
* Tropical wetlands are releasing a methane bomb, threatening climate plans
* The Belt and Road Initiative boosts vocational education in many Asean countries
* Asean neighbours Singapore is now ranked the top investor in Myanmar in the first seven months of 2024
A Buddha statue is seen at the Wat Sri Suphan Buddhist temple, popularly known as 'Silver Temple' in northern Thailand's Chiang Mai city on Sunday, November 17, 2024. - AFP
Cambodia:
* Regional school meal summit in Siem Reap aims to drive reform
* Industrious Indochina farmers chasing booming Chinese durian market
* First two days of Cambodia's Water Festival draw over 4 million tourists
Laos:
* Famous That Luang Festival features over 1,600 booths showcasing Lao crafts and culture
* Debt-saddled Laos struggles to tame rampant inflation
* Wax castle procession in Vientiane: a highlight of That Luang festival
Brunei:
* Malaysian food festival 2024 brings culinary delights and cultural diplomacy to Brunei
* Airline industry's path to full recovery still marked by obstacles, say experts at Asia Pacific meeting in Brunei
People dressed as Santa Claus take a selfie before participating in a parade during a charity event through the Shibuya district Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Tokyo. - AP
AseanPlus:
* Superstar Arijit Singh electrifies all in Malaysia's largest Bollywood concert in Bukit Jalil
* Rising Malaysian songstress Vanessa Reynauld weaves magic with “Anyam Kayangan”
* Foreign national arrested for gouging man’s left eye during fight in Penang
* Eight dead, 17 hurt, in China school knife attack: police
* China aquariums opt for robotic whales to cut costs, leaving visitors feeling deceived
* Xi tells Biden support for Taiwan a 'red line' in ties
* China’s lonely-heart crisis fuels a growing ‘companionship economy’
* US lawmaker introduces legislation to revoke China’s trade status
* Biden, Xi agree they won’t give AI control over nuclear weapons
* Discovering Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage on a scenic jungle railway
* Japan's Mount Fuji eyes China-made tram to transport hikers, source says
* Hong Kong political freedoms in spotlight during bumper trial week; Jimmy Lai to testify during trial
* Future souring of K-food outlook in United States?
* China’s first-wave tycoons are retiring. Are their kids ready to step up?
* Graft among politically exposed persons: To accept or to deter?
* Seamless mobility critical for special economic zones
* Primary schools empty as smog persists in New Delhi
* Welcome to Tokyo: Asia’s new sex tourism capital?
* Xi says China to host Apec Economic Leaders' Meeting in 2026
* More young Koreans support having kids without marrying: study
* Internet cut during protests in India's violence-hit Manipur state
* Geely to reorganise Zeekr, Lynk units as founder, investors extract US$2 billion
* How Cantopop classic The Bund took Hong Kong by storm and lives on in people’s hearts
* Boxing - Former heavyweight champion Tyson has no regrets after fighting 'one last time'
* South Korea's President Yoon, Japan PM Ishiba voice concerns over North Korea-Russia military cooperation, agree to continue 'shuttle diplomacy'
