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A Taoist temple in Klang, Selangor. Photo: Shutterstock

Health & Environment

Malaysia’s ruling coalition faces test over Selangor non-Muslim worship rules

The dispute began after an MP flagged state planning guidelines stating that non-Islamic places of worship cannot be in commercial zones.

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Dozens injured in Japan after man sprays mystery liquid in Tokyo shopping centre

Thai Singha beer heir’s sexual abuse claims empower others to come forward

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Southeast Asia

Rat race: Singapore train operator steps up pest control after rodent spotted

The company also reminded commuters not to eat or drink on trains and at the stations, as food remnants could attract pests.

Passengers lift their legs as a rat scurries around an MRT carriage. Photo: Reddit/Beaveric
Passengers lift their legs as a rat scurries around an MRT carriage. Photo: Reddit/Beaveric

Southeast Asia

3 killed in Malaysia after lifeboat falls into sea from Petronas floating vessel

The victims were on a lifeboat for maintenance work when an attached rope or hook came loose, causing them to spill into the sea.

Lifestyle & Culture

Badly behaving visitors push Thailand to remove 60-day visa entry

Only 54 countries and territories will get a 30-day visa exemption as authorities aim to curb illegal activities involving foreign tourists.

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Southeast Asia

Singapore’s economy grows on back of AI boom, defying Iran war slowdown

GDP grew 1 per cent in the first three months of this year, well above the government’s advance estimate of a 0.3 per cent contraction.

Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands is seen from across the river. Photo: DigiTimes
Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands is seen from across the river. Photo: DigiTimes

Australasia

Suspected sea lion bite halts New Zealand surfing event

A photographer shooting the World Surf League was bitten on the foot while in the water.

Health & Environment

Shock absorber: will Asean’s power grid be up to the task by 2045?

With only eight of 18 links built and a 100-terawatt demand surge looming, analysts say the blueprint may need an overhaul for the AI age.

South Asia

Pakistan attack kills at least 24 as explosive-laden car hits train

A local official said the train, carrying army personnel and their relatives, was going from Quetta to Peshawar. Over 50 people were injured.

A wrecked carriage is lifted at the scene of a deadly train blast in Quetta, Pakistan, on Sunday. Photo: EPA

Southeast Asia

1 dead, ⁠21 missing after unfinished building collapses in Philippines

Hundreds of rescuers involved in search for survivors after the nine-storey building’s walls and scaffolding buckled, trapping workers.

An unfinished nine-storey building collapsed in Angeles City, Philippines, on Sunday. Photo: The information office of Angeles City/Xinhua
An unfinished nine-storey building collapsed in Angeles City, Philippines, on Sunday. Photo: The information office of Angeles City/Xinhua

Economics

US tech supply chain hub tackling China hits Philippine sovereignty wall

Manila pushes back against reports that a US-backed AI industrial hub will come under US laws and diplomatic protections.

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Politics

Budget cuts leave Thailand’s twin-sea navy at risk of falling behind

With submarine projects stalled and frigate funding cut, Thailand’s fleet risks being outpaced by regional rivals.

East Asia

Japan to scour social media in hunt for visa overstayers, illegal workers

The Immigration Services Agency also plans to crack down on individuals who employ foreign workers without valid visas.

Japan plans to monitor social media to curb visa overstayers and illegal foreign workers. Photo: Reuters

Politics

Why Sara Duterte is altering tone on South China Sea dispute

The vice-president’s calls to ‘defend sovereignty’ are an attempt to please voters at home while not alienating Beijing, experts say.

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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte delivers a statement following her impeachment on February 7. Photo: Reuters
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte delivers a statement following her impeachment on February 7. Photo: Reuters

South Asia

Rubio renews US ties with India after Trump’s China visit

The US secretary of state called India a natural partner and invited PM Modi to the White House.

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Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

A regional dash for digital dominance risks running headlong into an energy crunch and an existential threat to jobs.

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Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

A regional dash for digital dominance risks running headlong into an energy crunch and an existential threat to jobs.

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Illustration: Huy Truong
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Politics

Beyond bamboo: Vietnam’s To Lam mounts a diplomacy offensive

The security chief turned paramount leader is chasing the markets and capital required to reach high-income status by 2045.

Economics

Singapore shines as a stable investment oasis in a global storm

Wealthy families are trading global uncertainty for Singapore’s regulatory rigour, driving record inflows and a revitalised stock exchange.

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Politics

From Malaysia’s book bans to Iran war, Anwar’s reform agenda faces sternest test

Anwar’s government has tilted to the right in recent years in a move to win the support of Malay voters, analysts say.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attends a bilateral meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Putrajaya earlier in April. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP/dpa
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THIS WEEK IN ASIA

Lifestyle & Culture

Southeast Asia is chasing the AI boom, but at what cost?

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Illustration: Huy Truong

Health & Environment

Malaysia’s ruling coalition faces test over Selangor non-Muslim worship rules

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A Taoist temple in Klang, Selangor. Photo: Shutterstock

Politics

Netanyahu increasingly isolated as Trump pursues Iran peace deal

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US President Donald Trump points towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club on December 29, 2025. Photo: Reuters

Lifestyle & Culture

Badly behaving visitors push Thailand to remove 60-day visa entry

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Tourists visit the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok. Thailand has announced the removal of the 60-day visa-free entry for tourists. Photo: Peerapon Boonyakiat/SOPA Images

Health & Environment

Shock absorber: will Asean’s power grid be up to the task by 2045?

The sun sets behind power lines in San Fernando town, Pampanga province, the Philippines, last month. Photo: AFP
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