The Head of the Class IIB Women's Penitentiary, Evi Loliancy, shows a recent photo of Filipino death row inmate Mary Jane Veloso (centre) playing a keyboard ahead of Christmas celebrations, during a press conference in Wonosari, Yogyakarta, on Nov 21, 2024. A Philippine woman sentenced to death in Indonesia on drug charges will be handed over to Manila following years of "long and difficult" negotiations, President Ferdinand Marcos said on Nov 20. - AFP
Malaysia
* 'D' is OK but we'll get an 'A' next time, says Anwar over Bersih rating
* Oldest groom in 2023 was 91, oldest bride was 86, says Stats Dept
* Private companies covered 75% of costs for recent official trips abroad, PM tells Dewan Rakyat
* Anwar defends recent remarks on Israel in Parliament
* A son's last call to his mother before crash that killed him and three others, including two pregnant women
* Johor may adopt 4.5-day work week amid service improvements
* Fewer couples tying the knot in Malaysia, but divorce rates also decline
* French president Macron's social media post in Malay surprises, delights Internet users
* MMA supports Pahang Ruler's call for vape ban, cites serious health implications
* Malaysia hosts over 2 million registered foreign workers, says Home Minister
* Deputy Minister questioned by Dr Wee over Taliban visit to Education Ministry
* M'sia, Brazil, South Africa held talks to demand reforms in UN, says Anwar
* Transportation plays a vital role in Asean's future, says Fadillah
* Woman found in freezer died from blow to chest, autopsy finds
* Need to improve media vital, but tied to 3R factors, says Anwar
* Sabah Parks rangers can now carry guns, more enforcement power under amendments
* Man claims trial to fraud over Andy Lau, Jay Chou concert tickets
* Suspect in second UPNM bullying case to be charged tomorrow
* KL sinkhole incident not caused by flash floods, says Dr Zaliha
* JB man gets two months jail for trespassing, damaging property of Johor Ruler
* High Court orders police to complete probe into Teoh Beng Hock's death
* Qatar among countries seeking Malaysia's help to fight corruption, Anwar tells Dewan Rakyat
* Johor to introduce ‘super lane’ to accelerate businesses
* Azalina's appointment reflects recognition of Malaysia's role in fight against corruption, PM tells Parliament
Johor police dismantle syndicate selling fake permanent resident cards, arrest 13
Negri JPJ gets record RM4.58mil through bidding for 'NEE' number plate series
Singapore
* ‘Justice Bao’ warns against falling for scams in Singapore Chinese opera videos with social messages
* What happens if Hin Leong founder O.K. Lim’s appeal fails? How will he be housed in prison?
* Court papers lift veil on S$3.5mil legal battle over investment fraud, synthetic ‘Jane Seymour diamond’
* Singaporean teacher who molested former pupil on three separate occasions gets more than two years’ jail
* Trial that lets pilots at SIA, three other airlines fly more direct routes extended till April 2025
* Labubu-mania: The lengths the desperate will go to in order to get a plushie
* Bus travellers can use QR code immigration clearance in trial at Woodlands, Tuas checkpoints
* Three Singapore men charged over alleged sexual acts with same 14-year-old girl on separate occasions
Thailand
* Thai woman sentenced to death for cyanide poisoning in first of 14 murder trials
* British tourist falls to his death down Phuket roadside pit
* So far, so good: How Paetongtarn has done in her first 100 days
* Complaints against new Thai PM pile up as old guard wields power
* Murder, money, betrayal: Unravelling ‘Am Cyanide’s’ web of deaths in Thailand
* Thai Air Force to change name to protect national space interests
* Four explosions rock Narathiwat’s Muang district, no injuries reported
Indonesia
* G20: Indonesia offers US$30mil to fund World Health Organisation activities
* Indonesia to assess US$100mil Apple bid to end iPhone 16 ban
* Indonesian presenter embraced by Lisa Blackpink admits to not showering for 2 days
* Nvidia to build AI school in Indonesia, VP says
* Surabaya bullying suspect now under online gambling probe
Philippines
* Philippines to honour Indonesia’s conditions in Mary Jane Veloso’s return
* Marcos’ foreign trips yield US$14.2bil in investments
* Philippine woman saved from death row 'elated'
* Storm barrage threatens Philippine growth after crops flattened
* Philippines typhoon death toll rises to 12
Vietnam
* World Bank outlines path for Vietnam to reach high income status
* Vietnam's Communist party chief, spouse set off for official visit to Malaysia
* PM Anwar: Value of Malaysian business ventures in Vietnam exceeds US$13bil
* To Lam accorded official welcome at Dataran Perdana
* Vietnam Communist Party chief To Lam begins official visit to Malaysia
* Hanoi prepares for temperature drop as cold front approaches
* Malaysia, Vietnam elevate bilateral relations to comprehensive strategic partnership
Cambodia
* Cambodia jails another govt critic for defamation
* Jan-Oct Agricultural exports top US$3.4 billion, Cambodian cashew nuts contribute over US$1 billion
* Hun Sen urges diplomacy on Ko Kut, legal action on extremism
* Cambodia's flagship canal in hot water as China funding dries up
* Cambodia needs to unlock full potential of transport corridors to enhance regional connectivity: World Bank
Myanmar
* Civil war economy hits Myanmar garment workers
* Nearly 40% of 3.4 million displaced in Myanmar are children: UN
Laos
* Australian teen dead after suspected Laos methanol poisoning
* US defence chief regrets China's decision not to meet during Southeast Asian security talks
* Asean members strengthen defence cooperation at Laos meet
* Malaysia commends Laos for successful Asean 2024 chairmanship
Brunei
* Brunei signs landmark agreement to export processed beef products to Singapore
* Compassion for stray animals in spotlight at talk in Brunei
Aseanplus
* Social media giants face US$32mil fines under Australia ban
* China goes on diplomatic offensive ahead of Trump 2.0
* Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia makes first public appearance in six years
* Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai admits donating money to overseas groups but denies having agenda
* South Korea to extend paid leave for women who experience miscarriages or stillbirths
* Chinese tourist suffering heart attack saved by German studying TCM since childhood
* Fraud ring accused of posing as soldiers and UN officials scammed almost US$970,000 from 14 victims in South Korea
* Ready for another 'APT'? Blackpink's Rose to drop new song on Nov 22
* Chinese authorities on the hunt for Siberian tiger after it bites villager in Heilongjiang
* Mount Fuji climbers to be charged up to US$32 in 2025
* KL in 50th spot as London crowned world's best city for 10th consecutive year
* China’s second-richest man demands apology from ByteDance founder over online attacks
* China to practice true multilateralism with G20 members, says foreign ministry
* Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
* Russia, North Korea agree to boost charter flights after trade meeting, TASS and KCNA say
* Indian magnate Gautam Adani charged in US over massive bribery scheme
* Meet Malaysian influencer Jordan Yeoh, the ‘Jay Chou of the fitness world’
* Pakistani investors show interest in Malaysia's chip sector
* Want to be chief of staff at India's Zomato? CEO says forget salary, pay $23,700 fee
* Michelle Yeoh and stars of 'Wicked' bring fashion A-game to film's premieres
* Korean star Song Joong-ki welcomes second child in Rome
* Asian markets mixed as Nvidia falls short of hopes, eyes on Trump
