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Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:06:51 +0800
Four pilots killed after two Philippine Air Force trainer planes crash
The aviation accident on Friday (Oct 23) involved two SF-260 aircraft during a training flight at the Fernando Air Base in Batangas province, the Philippine Air Force said in a statement.

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0800
Indonesian political rhetoric targeting neighbours aimed at distracting from domestic pressures
Sharp remarks by Indonesian political figures reflect domestic frustration, economic nationalism and political posturing, said analysts who also cautioned against reading too much into the criticism of Malaysia and Singapore.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:38:10 +0800
The world's oldest cave paintings in Indonesia under threat of wildfires
In a cave in South Sulawesi's Maros-Pangkep, an artwork depicting human-like figures interacting with a pig was dated by researchers from Australia's Griffith University to be at least 51,200 years old.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:44:00 +0800
Indonesia seizes 1.1 tonnes of ketamine in major haul
Indonesian authorities seized the drugs from a foreign vessel in Sumatran waters. 

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:12:35 +0800
Generations of women sustain Kelantan's famed Siti Khadijah Market
Women make up more than 90 per cent of traders at Siti Khadijah Market, one of Kelantan’s best-known attractions.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:27:36 +0800
China says US should stop discriminatory measures against Chinese research institutions
The comments were made in relation to the US Department of Defense putting US research funding restrictions on dozens of Chinese universities. 

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:49:33 +0800
Sarawak state assembly to be dissolved on Oct 26, paving way for election within 60 days
The dissolution of the Sarawak state assembly follows a series of state elections across Malaysia over the past year, including in Sabah, Johor and Negeri Sembilan, with Melaka set to head to the polls on Nov 14.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:26:50 +0800
Malaysia opposition bloc PN survives deregistration for now, but internal rifts cloud political future: Analysts
Perikatan Nasional can now contest next month’s Melaka election under its own name and symbol, after securing a temporary legal reprieve from deregistration.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:26:00 +0800
Indonesia seeks to rev up domestic EV production amid rising demand
Indonesia is the world's leading nickel producer, giving it an advantage in developing a local EV battery supply chain and expanding manufacturing. 

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:21:00 +0800
Ambani's US$3.2 billion Jio Indian IPO lures investors as bids surge on final day
Jio Platforms', India's largest ever, is being closely watched as a test of investor appetite for large listings at a time when AI-linked stocks are facing increased scrutiny.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:02:00 +0800
Why is Indonesia facing a rare MSCI downgrade and what's at stake?
Only three other markets have faced a double MSCI downgrade from emerging market to “standalone” status since 1997.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:08:00 +0800
South Korea proposes holding border talks with North
The proposal comes after a landmine explosion in the demilitarised zone last month that injured three South Korean soldiers.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:39:59 +0800
China's first AI film hits cinemas but ticket sales lag
Nearly 100 people took more than two years to make the film, which cost more than 10 million yuan (US$1.5 million).

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:09:55 +0800
India stirs up its gastronomy with French cooking schools

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:06:23 +0800
Marie biscuits maker Lee Biscuits shutters Johor factory after 92 years
The company is reportedly exiting snack manufacturing to consolidate its assets and focus on its core holdings, which include rubber and palm oil operations.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:27:00 +0800
Japan to change tax-free shopping rules for tourists from Nov 1
The change is intended to prevent visitors from purchasing tax-exempt goods and reselling them within Japan.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:25:00 +0800
Taiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Champi, nearly 1,000 flights cancelled
Typhoon Champi's radius is around 320km, large enough to cover most of Taiwan.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0800
CNA Explains: Why China’s fifth plenum will focus on party discipline
The key meeting, which begins Monday (Oct 26), could offer clues about Beijing’s priorities ahead of 2027, observers say.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:59:00 +0800
UN climate disaster fund moves to provide US$20 million in aid for Nepal
The UN climate fund has agreed to set aside US$20 million in aid for flood-hit Nepal, marking its first funding decision, though the money still requires final approval.

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:05:00 +0800
China orders 'all-out' rescue after Tibet quake kills 16
More than 300 houses collapsed in the 7.0 magnitude quake in Tibet. 

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