Children pose for photos with a giant Moo Deng doll in front of the Government House during National Children Day in Bangkok. - AFP
Malaysia:
* Anwar to visit UK after UAE, set to meet British PM Keir Starmer
* Malaysia’s growth set to surpass 5% this year, minister says
* National Service 3.0 implemented in three series at two camps
* Govt aims to resolve MyDigital ID and dual 5G network rollout delays, says Gobind
* Avoid subjudice on addendum decree issue, leave it to the court, says Azalina
* We will cooperate with authorities, says Sarawak Media Group after remand of senior executive
* Carbosulfan pesticide identified in Kinabatangan poisoning incident
* Babysitter at childcare centre arrested over death of four-month-old boy
* MetMalaysia: Heavy continuous rain expected for three straight days in multiple states
* Public warned about Portuguese Man O' War at Pantai Rhu Muda
* Sexual harassment cases rising since 2022, says Nancy Shukri
* No such thing, says Pak Lah's son over 'our time to steal' allegation by Dr M
* Dr Wee urges action as Johor poultry farmers await over RM2mil in unpaid Covid-19 subsidies
* Ringgit likely to face cautious trading and expected to trade at around RM4.50 to the US dollar
* Bursa Malaysia set for modest gains from Monday (Jan 13) on bargain hunting, optimism
Paula Badosa of Spain celebrates after defeating Wang Xinyu of China in their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. - AP
Singapore:
* Man in Singapore arrested after allegedly urinating on Outram Park MRT escalator handrail
* Malaysia's MMEA rescues 14 crew members from burning tanker off Tg Piai
* Singapore immigration suspends online change of address service after scammers alter dozens of victims’ addresses
* Singapore must manage arrival of foreign workers with utmost caution, but also stand firm against nativism: Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong
* Singapore police working with Philippine authorities in investigation into ex-mayor Alice Guo
* Prolonged rainfall on Jan 10 and 11 exceeded Singapore’s monthly average: PUB
Indonesia:
* Indonesia and Japan promise deeper defense and economic ties as regional tensions spike
* Indonesia new coach Kluivert, the Dutch football legend, eyes World Cup qualification
* Indonesia's Mount Ibu erupts, public urged to avoid danger zone
* Floods, strong winds wreak havoc on multiple districts across Indonesia
* Labour productivity key to Indonesia's economic growth: minister
* Jokowi fighting back - Indonesian former President under the spotlight
Badminton - Malaysian Open 2025 - In the mixed doubles event, Dechapol Puavaranukroh and his new partner, Supissara Paewsampran, denied top seeds and world No. 1 Chinese Feng Yanzhe-Huang Dongping of their championship dream. The Thai duo showcased great determination to claim the title, winning 21-13, 19-21, 21-18 in a pulsating 60-minute final at Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil. - Bernama
Thailand:
* Uyghurs detained in Thailand say they face deportation and persecution in China
* New pairs Thai's Dechapol-Supissara and Korea's Won-ho-Seung-jae have last laugh at M'sian Open
* Thai rice fields transformed into vibrant art depicting red dragon, feline deity
* Hong Kong to send task force to Thailand to look into cases of trapped residents
* Chinese cancel Thai holidays as actor Wang Xing’s kidnapping fuels safety fears
* Thai military proposal on paying to avoid conscription sparks debate
Philippines:
* Biden to hold trilateral call with Japan and Philippines leaders on Monday (Jan 13)
* China’s ‘Monster’ ship back in disputed waters, Philippines says
* Manila deploys coast guard ship to counter China patrols
* Marcos asks envoys to back Philippines' bid for UN Security Council seat
A lively cat image created by Tanyapong Jaikham, a Thai farmer and artist, is seen in rice fields in Chiang Rai province, north of Thailand. - Reuters
Vietnam:
* Vietnam emerges as global durian powerhouse; its 2024 export value reaches US$3.3bil
* Foreigner-only restaurant in Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City busted for offering prostitution services
* Vietnam targets 1.85 million blood units in 2025
* Cold spell intensifies, bringing severe cold and frost in northern Vietnam
Myanmar:
* China warns citizens of telecom fraud after reports of scams in Myanmar
* Myanmar junta air strike kills 15 civilians, says ethnic rebel group
* Myanmar people turn to solar energy as power outages keep disrupting daily life
Fishermen unload their catch from a traditional boat at Kedonganan beach, Badung regency on the resort island of Bali on Sunday, January 12, 2025. - AFP
Cambodia
* Cambodian ex-MP’s alleged assassin motivated by ‘debt of gratitude’
* Suspected killer of former Cambodia lawmaker sent to Thailand
* Cambodian man dies from bird flu after eating sick chickens
Laos:
* Laos and Vietnam agree to strengthen bilateral cooperation and economy growth cooperation
* Laos, Vietnam review bilateral cooperation, discuss plans for 2025
Brunei:
* Fitness meets cleanliness in Brunei school's plogathon campaign
* Public in Brunei urged to dismiss water disruption rumours
Winner China's Shi Yu Qi celebrates with his medal on the podium after winning his men's singles badminton finals match against Denmark's Anders Antonsen in the Malaysia Open tournament, at Bukit Jalil Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. - AP
AseanPlus:
* Anwar to strengthen regional ties during UAE visit as 2025 Asean chair
* WEF confirms PM Anwar to join annual meeting 2025 in Davos
* Vanessa Reynauld and Rebel Asia, two of Malaysia's rising music stars, team up in new single for new movie “Soloz Game of Life”
* A club made from efforts of family and friends, Matador Hockey Club now aims to shine in MHL and other regional tournaments
* ‘No new virus’ in China and flu rates also lower this year, health authorities say
* India set for Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest gathering of humanity that starts Monday (Jan 13)
* Runaway dog causes delay at Okinawa’s Naha Airport
* Hong Kong records coldest day so far this winter
* Hong Kong marine police officer hits HK$69 million jackpot in Mark Six lottery
* Unvaccinated kid at ICU, Hong Kong health chief says, urging jabs for children
* Chinese doctors surprised by reports of HMPV surge, saying flu is a much bigger problem
* ‘Living in paradise’: Iraqi man shares love for China after fleeing war-torn homeland
* Hong Kong flower market may lose ‘spirit’ in revamp, board members fear
* China-born gene-editing star scientist Zhang Feng recognised with top US prize
* China professor in firing line for claiming women can live to 100 if they have 10 kids
* China hacked phones and wants nuclear first strike capability against US: ex-Trump aide
* Dalit girl sexually assaulted by 60 men over five years in Kerala
* Japan Foreign Minister Iwaya says he will attend Trump inauguration ceremony
* China launches energy-efficient carbon fiber metro train
* Hong Kong ticket tout crackdown urged after lack of convictions revealed
* ‘Cuddle cafes’ in Japan let customers canoodle with or gaze at strangers for US$6
* World's largest ice-snow theme park in Harbin attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days
* China school under fire for making students sign suicide disclaimer to absolve institution of responsibility
* Ukrainian President Zelensky says investigators questioning two captured North Korean soldiers
* Woman in Australia agrees to ‘fake Instagram wedding’ but man cons her into legal marriage
* South Korea's Yoon will not attend first impeachment hearing, say lawyer
* Tennis - Sinner kicks off title defence, Kyrgios makes Grand Slam return at Australian Open
