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Oct 31
00:42
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Pakatan wants 18 seats in Melaka, and to keep the five it already has
MELAKA, Oct 31 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) is targeting victory in 18 of the 24 seats it will contest in the Melaka sta...
Oct 30
23:06
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Fitch downgrades France’s economic outlook from stable to negative
The assessment follows official figures showing the country's economy has failed to grow so far this year and contracted in Q3.
Oct 30
23:00
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Friends, foes and four awkward clashes: Who’s teaming up with whom in the Melaka polls?
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 — Former rivals Umno and PAS are joining forces to contest the Melaka state election, while P...
Oct 30
21:53
CN South China Morning Post
China
US Democrats prepare to counter any Trump claim of foreign meddling in midterms
Top Democrats on the US congressional intelligence committees say they are preparing to check and respond to any claim by US President Donald Trump that foreign powers interfered in the November 3 …
Oct 30
21:22
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
US midterm early votes hit record 48 million
While Democrats appear to have an early advantage, Republicans tend to turn out in greater numbers on Election Day.
Oct 30
21:11
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Trump reinstates rallies in turbulent end to midterm campaign
The US president had cancelled two rallies in Kansas and Iowa a day earlier, a move that raised questions about his health.
Oct 30
18:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Prosecution on SWS survey: 70% want explanation from Sara Duterte
MANILA, Philippines — While it is easy to conclude that the recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey indicated that the prosecution is losing in the court of public opinion, a panel member …
Oct 30
16:33
CN South China Morning Post
China
How a Democratic-controlled Congress could reshape US policy on China
A Democratic takeover of either chamber of the US Congress could bring tougher scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s dealings with Beijing, even as lawmakers are likely to maintain a broadly hawkish stance …
Oct 30
16:24
CN CGTN state media
China
Tea, tunes and ties: China-Germany cultural exchanges flourish
Tea, tunes and ties: China-Germany cultural exchanges flourish
Oct 30
16:16
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Govt mobilizes to ensure safe travel during Undas
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Friday government measures are in place to safeguard the safety of millions of Filipinos who will be traveling during the long All Saints’ Day weekend.In a …
Oct 30
16:07
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Marcos: NLEx C5 Northlink 1A toll-free until yearend
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that the newly opened NLEx (North Luzon Expressway) C5 Northlink Segment 8.2 Section 1A, which connects Quezon City and Valenzuela City, would be toll-free until the end …
Oct 30
15:53
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
EU and Canada to ‘withstand shocks together’ with new alliance
The two parties are set to unveil a series of deals and lay the groundwork for a broader alliance open to other democracies seeking to better navigate global trade tensions.
Oct 30
15:52
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Melaka DAP sets out to hold 4, win 3 at state polls
The party's election director, Wong Kah Woh, says it would field its election machinery in phases to assist the party's seven candidates.
Oct 30
15:50
CN CGTN state media
China
Peng Liyuan chats over tea with wife of German president
Peng Liyuan chats over tea with wife of German president
Oct 30
15:34
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
MCA’s 2 extra seats not due to political pressure, says Rauf
The Melaka BN chairman says winnability and assessment of the election field were the key considerations behind the agreement by BN and PN to allocate two additional seats to MCA.
Oct 30
15:11
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Abang Johari’s aide tipped for Bawang Assan seat
Joshua Ting is expected to contest the seat that has been represented by Wong Soon Koh for seven terms.
Oct 30
14:21
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Pope Leo XIV voted in US midterm elections, says Vatican
It is the first known time a pope has voted in a political election.
Oct 30
14:02
CN South China Morning Post
China
Pope Leo becomes first pope ever to vote in US election, submits mail-in ballot
Pope Leo has become the first pope to vote in a US general election. The Vatican confirmed on Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of …
Oct 30
13:20
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Malaysian becomes first Asian head of world pain group
Dr Mary Cardosa, an anaesthesiologist with more than three decades in pain medicine, previously made history as the first woman president of the Malaysian Medical Association.
Oct 30
12:53
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Malaysian doctor Mary Suma Cardosa makes history as first Asian to lead global pain research body
BANGKOK, Oct 30 — Malaysian physician Dr Mary Suma Cardosa has made history as the first Asian to become president...
Oct 30
12:02
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Prosecutors indict independent lawmaker for alleged sexual harassment
Prosecutors on Friday indicted Rep. Jang Kyung-tae without physical detention over allegations that he sexually harassed a female aide of another lawmaker. Jang, an independent who left the ruling Democratic Party of …
Oct 30
12:02
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Court acquits PPP lawmaker over luxury gift to ex-first lady
A Seoul district court on Friday acquitted a lawmaker of the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) of anti-graft charges over a luxury bag gifted to former first lady Kim Keon Hee. …
Oct 30
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Bangsamoro parliament convenes with 79 members present
COTABATO CITY — The first elected Bangsamoro Parliament convened in the regional legislature’s plenary hall at the Bangsamoro Government Center here on Friday with 79 of 80 members present. Sheikh Muslim Guiamaden, …
Oct 30
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Marcos on Bangsamoro Parliament inaugural session: We won’t desert you
MANILA, Philippines —President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged the national government’s support for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Parliament as it convened its first session on Friday. During the session, …
Oct 30
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Too early to seek SC view on impeachment voting, says prosecution
MANILA, Philippines — While they will adhere to the Supreme Court (SC) order asking them to comment on a petition against the impeachment court’s decision allowing a lower minimum number of votes …
Oct 30
12:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Documents vs VP in impeachment trial came from her camp, says prosec
MANILA, Philippines — Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro has reminded the public that the evidence gathered and presented by the prosecution against Vice President Sara Duterte — particularly the bank and tax records …
Oct 30
11:51
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Kiandee reminds Muhyiddin Bersatu sacked 6 MPs for backing Anwar
The suspended party vice-president says Bersatu should apply the same rules to those who signed the CSA with the government yesterday, or reinstate the six it expelled.
Oct 30
11:38
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Special counsel asks election watchdog to keep ballot boxes intact for possible review
A special counsel team on Friday asked the National Election Commission (NEC) to keep intact the 420 ballot boxes that drew no objections during its inspection at a Seoul handball arena, saying …
Oct 30
11:23
SG Channel News Asia state media
Singapore
What options Netanyahu and Eisenkot have after Israel's deadlocked election
Given the indecisive result, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot would need to find a way to broaden their blocs if they hope to secure a governing coalition.
Oct 30
11:06
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Eleventh-hour boost for MCA: Perikatan returns Kota Laksamana, bringing Melaka seat tally to four
MELAKA, Oct 30 — MCA has announced that it will contest one more state seat in the 16th Melaka state election, aft...
Oct 30
11:04
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
China ruling party says ‘eliminated dangers’ after expelling record 33 top officials
China has eradicated “serious hidden dangers” in its Communist Party and military under President Xi Jinping’s leadership, a senior official said on Friday, a day after authorities confirmed the expulsion of a …
Oct 30
10:57
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Qatari delegation in Tehran for talks
The delegation, headed by a senior adviser to Qatar's prime minister, came to discuss 'bilateral relations as well as regional developments' with senior Iranian officials.
Oct 30
10:40
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Trump administration has no plans to back Bolsonaro’s claim to Brazil leadership
Washington helped defeated candidate Flavio Bolsonaro travel to the US but is reluctant to back his political ambitions, despite US president Donald Trump's criticism of Brazil's election.
Oct 30
10:34
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
The more, the merrier? State Pakatan chairman says crowded Melaka races could work in coalition’s favour
MELAKA, Oct 30 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) does not regard multi-cornered contests in the Melaka state election as a di...
Oct 30
10:32
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Bersatu MPs signed CSA for constituents’ sake, says youth leader
Information chief Harris Idaham Rashid rejects Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal’s claim the MPs have lost their powers of checks and balances.
Oct 30
10:31
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
MOF never ordered rural road projects cancelled, only deferred new contracts, says Tengku Zafrul
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — The Finance Ministry (MOF) has never issued any directive to cancel rural road projects, bu...
Oct 30
10:09
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
China’s Xi, Swiss president praise trade deal that boosts access
The accord will give Switzerland unusually broad access to Chinese markets, contrasting with trade barriers imposed by the US and European Union.
Oct 30
10:01
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Spanish inflation stays at 3-year high ahead of election
Inflation held at 4.9% in October, its highest since February 2023, with the cost of living a major issue before the election next month.
Oct 30
09:58
KR Yonhap
South Korea
Special counsel asks election watchdog to keep ballot boxes intact for possible review
SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team on Friday asked the National E...
Oct 30
09:50
CN CGTN state media
China
President Xi holds welcome ceremony for German president
President Xi holds welcome ceremony for German president