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Malaysia
Malaysia vs Singapore: Where to watch, TV channel, live stream & kick-off time | FIFA ASEAN Cup
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia will face Singapore in the FIFA ASEAN Cup on 1 October 2026 at 13:30, a Group A fixture that could decide the top‑two places in the Premier Division standings.
ASEAN
Palace defends BSKE postponement, prepared for Supreme Court challenge
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Thursday said it is ready to defend before the Supreme Court (SC) the postponement of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) and maintained that it was the right…
Tech
Tiny image sparks big backlash in Nikon photo contest
Dr Ning Xu denies he broke the rules of Nikon's annual Small World In Motion contest.
Culture & Heritage
Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore Propose Zapin Dance for UNESCO Cultural Heritage
When Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia, and Singapore proposed the Zapin Dance as a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Kompas.id
World
Australia's Lynas makes takeover bid for Brazil's Meteoric Resources
Lynas Rare Earths has launched a takeover bid for Meteoric Resources, a move that values the Australian-listed company at nearly one billion dollars and secures control of the Caldeira rare earths project in Brazil. The…
Entertainment
How Marilyn Manson’s Alleged Abuse Scandals Fade Into Obscurity Despite His Anthemic Status
The confirmation that Marilyn Manson will support Slipknot at Wembley Stadium in July 2026 has ignited a fierce debate within the heavy metal community, challenging the genre’s foundational identity as a sanctuary for…
Entertainment
Kim So-hyun and Choo Young-woo discuss their new drama Between Steps, their confidence in the director, and more
Kim So Hyun and Choo Young Woo have publicly discussed their upcoming romantic drama “Between Steps” ahead of its scheduled premiere, highlighting their profound trust in the late director Ahn Pan Seok. The series,…
World
[DECODED] No, this ‘handsome’ Duterte grandson is not real
A young Duterte is racking up swooning comments and supporters online. Except he's synthetic.
Entertainment
East of Eden Review: Florence Pugh Dominates Netflix’s Steinbeck Adaptation
Co-starring Mike Faist and Christopher Abbott, the seven-episode miniseries is truer to the source material than the 1955 feature from Zoe Kazan's grandfather, Elia Kazan.
World
LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
Bookmark this page for Rappler's comprehensive coverage of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial at the Senate
Entertainment
12 New K-Dramas To Check Out In October 2026
A slate of twelve Korean dramas will debut across streaming platforms and broadcast channels in October 2026, offering Malaysian and regional audiences a mix of romance, thriller and culinary competition as the…
World
Live: FlyDubai suspends flights to and from Israel after pilot attack
FlyDubai, the budget airline owned by Emirates Airlines, has temporarily suspended flights to and from Israel after one of its pilot stabbed his copilot midflight in what appears to have been an attempt to crash the Tel…
Entertainment
4 Challenging Moments For Lee Jun Hyuk And His Team In Episodes 5-6 Of “The Ordinary Jackpot”
Lee Jun‑hyuk’s character Gong Eun‑tae faces a string of setbacks in episodes 5 and 6 of the Korean drama “The Ordinary Jackpot,” as the plot pivots from his recent near‑million‑dollar win to a series of professional and…
Islamic Finance
Opinion: Islamic finance can support AirAsia’s restructuring
Opinion: Islamic finance can do in AirAsia’s restructuring theedgemalaysia.com
Education
Southeast Asia Climate Outlook Survey (2026): Measuring Public momentum in regional Climate transition
Southeast Asia sits at a difficult juncture in its climate transition. The region remains heavily reliant on coal and other fossil fuels to meet fast-growing energy demand, even as it ranks globally as a region most…
Sports
Smiles and respect as Fury and Joshua have their first face-off ahead of December
They are due to meet at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Dec 11.
Education
After a decade, the UN’s Antonio Guterres is stepping down. His legacy will be mixed, at best Simon Adams, Murdoch University
In his farewell address to the United Nations General Assembly last week, António Guterres reminisced about his time as secretary general. dragged on with despicable cruelty. Civilians were targeted. Human rights…
Asia
South Korea’s president calls for Pyongyang talks following DMZ explosions
Seoul's military had demanded North Korea apologize after three South Korean officers were injured in an explosion inside the Demilitarized Zone.
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Causes & Campaigns
WHO Recognizes Healthy, Innovative Cities Across Western Pacific Region
Nine Healthy City champions from across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region received special recognition at an awarding ceremony during the 11th Global Conference of the Alliance for Healthy…
Tech
AI boom could trigger market shocks, Bank of England governor warns
Andrew Bailey says the central bank is watching the waves of cash being invested in artificial intelligence "very carefully".
Causes & Campaigns
Is the Western Pacific ready for a cross-border food safety emergency? Countries test their readiness
In a show of regional solidarity, countries and areas across the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region concluded IHR Exercise Crystal - an annual simulation exercise that tests how countries communicate…
Education
Flydubai attack feeds into Netanyahu’s ‘protector’ narrative with crucial elections approaching Ran Porat, Monash University
The apparent attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight carrying 170 mostly Israeli passengers was another reminder to Israelis of the constant threat of terror and war. Only the bravery of the chief pilot and passengers…
History
Unity Minister: National Archives must evolve, bring history closer to people
The National Archives of Malaysia must enter a new era by expanding its role beyond preserving the nation’s historical heritage to bringing history closer to the ...
Malaysia
Only speaks out after being caught having an affair with a married woman
Kluang, Johor – A 29‑year‑old man was arrested at 1.40 a.m. on Saturday after the Johor State Islamic Religious Department (JAINJ) received a complaint that he was allegedly committing khalwat – illicit sexual…
Education
Understanding Southeast Asia’s New Climate Pledges: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Timor-Leste
2025 was the deadline for Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to submit their updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), also known as the NDC 3.0. To date, the…
Entertainment
Mercedes Ron’s Fault Franchise ‘Nearly Scrapped’ Over Early Doubts, Banijay Exec Says
Pokeepsie Films' Carolina Bang and fellow Banijay creatives also told Iberseries 2026 in Madrid why and how they keep stories authentic, universal – and even "obscure."
Asia
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex trades flat, Nifty below 22,600; auto stocks lead losses
Benchmark indices pared gains from the day’s highs and ended near the day’s lows amid heightened volatility at the start of the new series. Persistent global uncertainty and an intraday spike in Brent ...
Entertainment
Disney+ Strikes Streaming Bundle and Content-Sharing Deal With Indonesia's Vidio
The partnership pairs Disney’s Hollywood and Korean programming with Vidio’s Indonesian originals and live sports, extending the company’s push to build regional streaming alliances across Asia.
Sports
Pakistan men’s team reach their first-ever Asian Games cricket final
Pakistan’s men’s cricket team, under head coach Mike Hesson, reached their maiden Asian Games cricket final on 1 October after a six‑wicket victory over Bangladesh in a rain‑affected semi‑final played at Korogi Athletic…
Malaysia
Mother caught in khalwat with bachelor in room, daughter‑in‑law
KLUANG, Johor – A 44‑year‑old married woman was arrested together with a 29‑year‑old single man on suspicion of committing khalwat after police raided a residence in the district at 1.40 a.m. on Wednesday, the Johor…
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Lifestyle
Will Fraternities Finally Face a Permanent School Ban?
How much unreported and largely unchecked abuse has already taken place in male-dominated Greek spaces, and how much more will we allow?
