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Oct 25
13:56
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Israel’s central bank issues rare rebuke of Netanyahu’s sanctions comments
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested that the country use cryptocurrency to help establish an 'alternative economy' to withstand possible sanctions.
Oct 25
12:59
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Mislabelled palm oil blends could hurt Malaysia’s reputation abroad, Maritime experts say
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Palm oil blended in Malaysia must carry accurate declarations of origin, as any inacc...
Oct 25
12:51
SG Mothership
Singapore
PM Wong on Indonesia gas export cuts: 'We expect all parties to honour their commitments'
He said that Singapore has been preparing for such risks.
Oct 25
11:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Lee says Korea emerging as global economic leader on record current account surplus
President Lee Jae Myung said Sunday that Korea has emerged as a leading player in the global economy, citing that the country posted the world's second-largest current account surplus among major economies …
Oct 25
11:31
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Far-right leader Le Pen kicks off bid for French presidency amid nationwide protests
More than 400,000 people took to the streets across France to protest the rising cost of living, with masked youths breaking away to provoke police.
Oct 25
11:26
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
SC ruling on unprogrammed funds to affect 2027 budget — Escudero
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court’s ruling on unprogrammed appropriations could force Congress to rethink how it funds government programs in 2027, Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero said Sunday, warning that lawmakers can …
Oct 25
10:45
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Lee says S. Korea emerging as global economic leader on record current account surplus
President Lee Jae Myung said Sunday that South Korea has emerged as a leading player in the global economy, citing that the country posted the world's second-largest current account surplus among major …
Oct 25
10:16
KR Yonhap
South Korea
Lee says S. Korea emerging as global economic leader on record current account surplus
SEOUL, Oct. 25 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung said Sunday that South Korea ...
Oct 25
10:07
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Johor expects 26,000 job opportunities for youth this year, says Onn Hafiz
ISKANDAR PUTERI, Oct 25 — The Johor government expects 26,000 job opportunities to be offered to young people acro...
Oct 25
09:21
PH GMA Network
Philippines
DBM vows to comply with SC ruling on 2026 budget's unprogrammed funds
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said on Sunday that it would comply with the Supreme Court"s (SC) directives on unprogrammed appropriations (UA) in the 2026 national budget.
Oct 25
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Lacson: Keep cameras rolling during budget talks suspension
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson suggested keeping livestream cameras rolling even when budget deliberations are suspended to prevent corruption from creeping into the 2027 budget measure. His proposal was specifically aimed …
Oct 25
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Lacson: Use ‘savings’ from Senate budget cuts for El Niño preparations
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson has proposed using the savings from cuts to the Senate’s proposed 2027 budget to fund preparations for Super El Niño and other government priorities. Lacson, who …
Oct 25
05:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Nat'l health insurance fiscal balance for foreigners tops $753 mil. in surplus last year
The fiscal balance of Korea's national health insurance for foreigners posted a surplus exceeding 1 trillion won ($753 million) for the first time last year, but the account for Chinese nationals swung …
Oct 25
05:07
CN CGTN state media
China
Tracing the Vision: The Ecology of Prosperity
The notion that lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets has long resonated across China.
Oct 25
04:54
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Sri Lanka seeks faster green energy shift after oil shocks
The island nation imports all its oil and gas and has been hit hard since the US-Israeli war on Iran choked off the Strait of Hormuz.
Oct 25
03:55
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
‘I have not resigned’: Ismail Lasim dismisses exit rumours, says focus is on Negeri Sembilan Budget 2027
SEREMBAN, Oct 25 — Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has dismissed speculation that he is stepping...
Oct 25
03:03
KR Yonhap
South Korea
Nat'l health insurance fiscal balance for foreigners tops 1 tln won in surplus last year
SEOUL, Oct. 25 (Yonhap) -- The fiscal balance of South Korea's national health i...
Oct 25
02:58
HK RTHK English News state media
Hong Kong
Apec meeting showcases HK's role as a bridge: FS
Financial Secretary Paul Chan on Sunday said hosting the recently concluded Apec Finance Ministers' Meeting carried multi-layered significance for Hong Kong. The two-day event wrapped up in the SAR on Wednesday. Speaking …
Oct 25
02:52
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Trump announces Audi will build US$4bil factory in Georgia
The president has pressured automakers to move ​production to the US, raising tariffs on autos, steel, aluminum and ​parts.
Oct 25
02:48
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Keep cameras rolling during bicam budget hearings — Lacson
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson wants budget proceedings streamed to the public even during session breaks to prevent backroom bargaining and questionable budget insertions.Lacson urged lawmakers to minimize suspensions during bicameral …
Oct 25
02:01
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Keep race and religion out of politics, says Selangor sultan
He says he is also fed up with excessive and unproductive politicking.
Oct 25
01:53
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
S. Korea's Q2 current account surplus ranks 2nd on robust chip exports
South Korea posted the second-largest current account surplus among major economies in the second quarter, surpassing the combined surpluses of Germany and Japan, central bank data showed Sunday. The country's current account …
Oct 25
01:36
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Selangor Sultan rebukes Tabung Haji mismanagement, says politicians must serve rakyat
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has expressed disappointment over th...
Oct 25
01:00
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Protect Malaysia’s e-hailing drivers without pricing out passengers
A successful e-hailing service is one that allows drivers to earn a reasonable return while remaining affordable for passengers.
Oct 24
22:29
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu ahead of vote
The demonstration comes three days ahead of a general election widely viewed as a referendum on Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Oct 24
21:00
SG The Straits Times
Singapore
‘I’ve been exactly where they are’: She overcame her own debt trap, now helps other domestic workers
Oct 24
16:19
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Marcos, DBM urged: Halt dubious budget releases
CALOOCAN City Rep. Edgar Erice on Friday urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to halt unprogrammed appropriations releases that violate the Supreme Court’s recent budget …
Oct 24
16:08
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Gatchalian flags massive school principal shortage
SENATE President Sherwin Gatchalian has sounded the alarm over a persistent crisis in the country’s basic education sector, revealing that nearly half of all public schools nationwide are currently operating without an …
Oct 24
16:03
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
QC to install fire-response water tanks in narrow streets
THE Quezon City government was all set to install overhead water tanks with standpipe systems next year to help firefighters respond to blazes in alleys and narrow streets, Mayor Joy Belmonte said …
Oct 24
16:01
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Lacson turns down P5M; Tesda chief denies offer
SENATE Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Panfilo Lacson on Saturday revealed that he had rejected a P5-million “allocation fund” offer from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda), which was …
Oct 24
14:47
CN CGTN state media
China
China opposes US proposal to expand outbound investment curbs
China on Saturday expressed "grave concern" and "firm opposition" to a recent US Treasury proposal that would expand and intensify restrictions on outbound investment in China, calling it a discriminatory move and …
Oct 24
14:03
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
International investor plans to invest US$50bil in Malaysia’s tech sector, says PM
Anwar Ibrahim says he was informed of the proposed investment in a recent video conference.
Oct 24
14:01
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
250,000 rally in Madrid to demand state pension guarantees
The rally comes amid a political row over the sustainability of Spain's pension scheme and the cost of living.
Oct 24
13:10
SG Mothership
Singapore
'Nonsensical' claims & 'patently untrue', do the accusations of Indonesia's former trade minister hold up?
A former Indonesian minister returns to social media to stridently, but confusingly defend his country.
Oct 24
09:19
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
DAP’s Yeo warns nationwide Waze ban could disrupt logistics and gig economy
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — DAP national publicity secretary Yeo Bee Yin has cautioned the federal government against r...
Oct 24
09:05
CN CGTN state media
China
Tracing the vision: Preserving Culture
From the ancient city of Zhengding in north China to the prehistoric Wanshouyan Site in Fujian Province, two decisions made decades apart shared a common principle: some things are too valuable to …
Oct 24
08:39
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Govt ready to pay RM45bil a year to absorb fuel subsidy costs
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rejects the view that generous subsidies make the people overly dependent on government assistance.
Oct 24
08:32
PH GMA Network
Philippines
DA seeks return of 40% tariff on imported pork, two-month import holiday
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said Saturday it is seeking the return of a 40% tariff on imported pork and a two-month import holiday to give local hog raisers time to recover …
Oct 24
08:02
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
From Surplus to Something Special: A fundraising event
Food Bank Cambodia is a grassroots, volunteer-driven initiative that works to rescue surplus food and redistribute it through community organisations, ensuring that food reaches the people quickly and safely. The post From …
Oct 24
07:00
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
Germany grants Thailand 570 million baht for climate and coastal projects
Germany is giving Thailand 15 million euros, about 570 million baht, for two climate projects, one on farming and biodiversity and the other on the coastal cities most exposed to rising water, …