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Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:33:07 +08006 babies rescued as Indonesia busts trafficking ring, 5 bound for buyers in Singapore: Reports
The authorities said the syndicate has already carried out 24 such deals since 2023, with 15 of the babies taken to Singapore and some biological mothers paid about 11 million to 16 million rupiah (US$865 to US$1,260) for each infant.
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:14:54 +0800Japan launches government body to address concerns over foreigners
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:02:58 +0800Malaysian singer Shila Amzah reveals identity of 'legendary' musician behind alleged verbal assault
The 34-year-old had previously lodged a police report on Jul 10, following allegations that a famous musician had verbally assaulted her on stage during a concert rehearsal. Speaking to reporters on Monday (Jul 14), Shila revealed the identity of the...
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:49:00 +0800'Dialogue' must be at heart of China, Australia ties, Albanese tells Xi
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:08:00 +080011 missing after boat capsizes in western Indonesia
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:23:00 +0800China's economy grows 5.2%, topping forecasts in the face of trade war
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0800Commentary: Can Malaysia nudge ASEAN beyond non-interference to tackle the scam crisis in Myanmar?
Traditional principles are clashing with urgent need for coordinated response to the threat of transnational crime, say researchers from the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:00:39 +0800Japan's former Emperor Akihito hospitalised to adjust his heart medication
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:02:07 +0800Hong Kong court hears appeals by jailed democracy campaigners
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:59:00 +0800Hundreds of Malaysian lawyers march to Anwar’s office over judicial appointment controversy
The 2.6km walk, organised by the Malaysian Bar, began at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya and concluded around 3pm on Jul 14 with the handover of a memorandum to the Prime Minister’s Office.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:54:00 +0800Suspended Thai PM Paetongtarn hit by ethics investigation, source and media say
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:45:00 +0800Jokowi faces post-presidency scrutiny: From skin ailment speculation to fake degree controversy
Joko Widodo’s senior aide has also strongly denied rumours circulating on TikTok claiming that the former Indonesian president had died.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:46:35 +0800Hong Kong student let off with warning over AI porn, fuels calls to ban sexually explicit deepfakes
A law student at the University of Hong Kong allegedly used AI to turn photos of his friends, classmates and other acquaintances into sexually explicit content.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:27:00 +0800South Korea to order airlines to check Boeing fuel switches, Air India inspects fleet
A spokesperson for South Korea's transport ministry said the checks were in line with a 2018 advisory from the US Federal Aviation Administration.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:54:00 +0800Pilot error or technical fault? Air India crash report deepens mystery of fuel supply cut
The preliminary report has put the spotlight on the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner fuel control switches.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:49:00 +0800Malaysia clamps down on export, transit of US-made AI chips
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:20:00 +0800Cambodia to implement military conscription in 2026
Prime Minister Hun Manet said the rising tensions with Thailand was an opportunity for Cambodia to review and set targets to reform its military.
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:51:25 +0800South Korea says framework US trade deal possible by August, farm market access on table
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:49:00 +0800China exports beat forecasts in June after US tariff truce
Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:43:00 +0800South Korea medical students end 17-month class boycott