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Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Wednesday (March 12, 2025)
BUTTERWORTH: A total of 124 flood-prone areas have been identified in Penang in anticipation of the coming northeast monsoon that is expected to bring intense storms and heavy rainfall, says the Civil Defence Force (APM).
Some of the nations that pried most deeply into private lives to track infections managed to keep deaths low, curb rampant spread and prevent healthcare systems from being overwhelmed.
HEFEI: Bird-induced power outages have always been problematic for power grid maintenance work. To solve the problem, a crew of electrical workers looked for ways to protect the birds while ensuring their work goes uninterrupted.
PARIS (Reuters) - France will deploy 35,000 security agents and the military to secure the 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony, a river parade through the heart of Paris, from security threats including drone strikes, the interior minister said.
A project that started two decades ago allows bird fans the world over to watch a pair of peregrine falcons raise their young via webcam. Many say there's something oddly meditative about it.
SRINAGAR: Two Indian soldiers were killed and another wounded in Pakistani firing in Kashmir, the Indian military said Saturday (MAy 2), as tensions continue escalating along the volatile and highly militarised frontier between the archrivals in the disputed Himalayan region.
THERE is no denying that the scourge of corruption has soaked into the fabric of our society. A recent survey by Transparency International-Malaysia (TI-M) found that corruption is rampant and set to get worse, according to the majority of Malaysians.
A Malaysian family experienced snow for the first time in Makino, Japan.
KUALA LUMPUR: A new long-range radar will be set up at the Labuan air force base to better monitor the nation's airspace against encroachment, says Datuk Seri Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz.
PENANG is set to be transformed into a vibrant destination this Chinese New Year, with an exciting lineup of events taking place across the island and mainland.
The plan was ambitious: Riding 4,000km in 10 days, cutting through Malaysia and Thailand before reaching Cambodia.
Solo travel is redefining female empowerment, as more women find joy in travelling all on their own.
Alt.Enter: Instead of going to the same famous cities and towns in Japan, check out these places.
Snakes are revered at these Malaysian temples, one of which appeared on a US reality show.
PHNOM PENH: Kampong Thom province is fast overcoming its reputation as a province that holiday makers pass through on their way to a more established destination.
Here are 12 travel destinations, including three in Malaysia, worth visiting in 2025.
Spring is a wonderful season to enjoy the enchanting botanical gardens of Europe.
PETALING JAYA: National swimmer Khiew Hoe Yean had put his studies on the back burner to dedicate his time solely on his preparation for the Paris Olympic Games starting on Friday.
The spirit of William Shakespeare, who died in 1616, seems to be having an especially good time right now.
