Singapore

Singapore defence ministry warns of alleged bulk order scams; bakery latest to be hit by S$2,000 SAF impersonation

SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) has warned the public about fraudulent bulk orders made by individuals claiming to be Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) personnel.

World

US diplomat expresses regret over immigration raid on Korean workers, South Korea says

SEOUL (Reuters) - A top U.S. diplomat expressed regret on Sunday over an immigration raid in the state of Georgia that detained hundreds of South Korean workers and proposed making the event a turning point to strengthen bilateral relations, South Korea said.

Thailand

A Quarter of LGBTQI+ students in Bangkok have considered suicide

BANGKOK: A new study has revealed that 26% of LGBTQI+ students in Bangkok have considered taking their own lives, with 13.6% having attempted suicide.

China

Dying Chinese man leaves savings to ex, expressing love in letter despite their break-up

BEIJING: A dying man in China left his savings to his ailing ex-girlfriend, along with a heartfelt farewell letter that touched the hearts of many online.

Nation

MCMC to monitor defamatory, sub judice statements on Zara Qairina inquest, says Fahmi

BUKIT MERTAJAM: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will monitor defamatory and sub judice statements on social media in relation to the inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir.

Nation

Growing list of MPs say they've been targeted with AI lewd videos

PETALING JAYA: A growing number of Malaysian lawmakers have become targets of cybercriminals who are using AI generated lewd videos to demand large sums of money from them.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh "Queen of Lalon Songs" Farida Parveen to be laid to rest after Dhaka tributes

DHAKA: Legendary singer Farida Parveen (pic) passed away on Saturday (Sept 13) while undergoing treatment at Universal Medical College Hospital in Dhaka. She was 70.

China

China's prosecutors promote global justice at Singapore conference

SINGAPORE: The International Association of Prosecutors (IAP) was established in 1995 at the United Nations Office in Vienna, Austria, and is the only worldwide organization of prosecutors.

Sabah & Sarawak

About 230,000 users hit by power outage in east coast of Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: A landslide in Kampung Sarapung, Penampang, near here, caused a Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (Sabah Electricity) transmission tower to slip, leading to a power outage in the east coast area of Sabah on Saturday night (Sept 13).

AseanPlus News

Taliban claim an agreement is reached with US envoys on a prisoner swap as they seek better ties

KABUL: The Taliban said Saturday (Sept 13) they reached agreement with US envoys on an exchange of prisoners as part of an effort to normalise relations between the United States and Afghanistan.

Nation

Fahmi proposes Rahmah Cash Contribution eligibility conditions be reviewed

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has suggested that the eligibility conditions for the Rahmah Cash Contribution be reviewed, so that recipients who enjoy salary increments will still qualify for the aid.

India

Nepal sets March elections after naming interim prime minister

KATHMANDU: Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel has dissolved parliament and called for fresh elections on March 5 following a week of deadly violence that culminated in the appointment of the country's first woman prime minister.

Pakistan

US secretary of state Rubio speaks to Pakistan's foreign minister

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (pic) received a call from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Pakistani Foreign Office said in an X post on Saturday (Sept 13).

Nation

Pondok school headmaster arrested for physical sexual assault on student

KUALA TERENGGANU: A headmaster of a pondok school in Tumpat, Kelantan, who was previously charged in court for physical sexual assault against a male student, has been arrested again on suspicion of committing a similar offence at a tahfiz school in Batu Rakit, Kuala Nerus.

Cambodia

Cambodia, US, China, Malaysia back ceasefire with Angkor Kun Khmer event

PHNOM PENH: Cambodia, as host, has teamed up with sporting delegations from the US, China and Malaysia to stage the "Krud Kun Khmer: Land of Peace" international friendly Kun Khmer event, in Siem Reap's historic Angkor Archeological Park.

Nation

MACC nabs six including immigration officers for counter-setting, seizes RM2mil in jewellery, gold

PETALING JAYA: Investigations into a counter-setting syndicate led to the seizure of around RM2mil in jewellery and gold pieces.

Nation

No need to abolish matriculation system, says Fadhlina

NIBONG TEBAL: The Education Ministry has stressed that there is no need to abolish the matriculation system, as both the programme and the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) are recognised and fulfil the merit requirements for entry into public universities (UA).

Brunei

Taiwan maintains top ranking as Asian leisure destination and popular choice among Bruneians

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Taiwan has once again been recognised internationally as a leading leisure destination in Asia, said director of the Taiwan Tourism Administration Kuala Lumpur (KL) Office Abe Chou.

Myanmar

Myanmar cracks down on human trafficking via fake marriages

PHNOM PENH: Myanmar has warned of stern actions against human traffickers who arrange fraudulent marriages to smuggle women abroad for exploitation.

Vietnam

Young farmer returns home to build sustainable community farm in Vietnam

HANOI: The Hygge Farm, a small farm about 30km from Hoi An ancient town, has become a popular destination for international volunteers and young families looking for authentic experiences.