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Oct 26
16:20
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Special Action Forces track fugitive senator
THE Philippine National Police (PNP) said it has mobilized dedicated tracker teams, including Special Action Forces, to locate and arrest fugitive Sen. Ronald dela Rosa who now has a P50-million bounty and …
Oct 26
16:11
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Cayetano backs Escudero’s pledge to reject VP post if Sara Duterte is impeached
SENATE Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday backed Sen. Francis Escudero’s pledge to turn down the vice presidency if Vice President Sara Duterte is removed from office through impeachment.“That's right! All …
Oct 26
16:08
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Lula celebrates election win as Brazil’s markets tumble
Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva won with 51.8% of the vote, while the Ibovespa index plunged, triggering a 30-minute trading suspension on the Sao Paulo Stock Exchange.
Oct 26
16:08
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
5 in 10 Pinoys distrust VP Sara, survey shows
VICE President Sara Duterte’s approval and trust ratings edged up by 1 percentage point each in the third quarter of 2026, but about five in 10 Filipinos remain dissatisfied with and distrustful …
Oct 26
16:03
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
‘Strange and absurd’, says Muhyiddin on PN plan to act against Bersatu
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin says his party has not violated any rule.
Oct 26
15:49
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
France’s Macron accuses social media of sowing discord ahead of election
French President Emmanuel Macron said social media sites were damaging democracy as the government faced criticism over its handling of cost-of-living protests and violence.
Oct 26
14:58
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, hints at renewed war with Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said US President Donald Trump was willing to take action to remove the Iranian threat.
Oct 26
14:36
CN South China Morning Post
China
Win for Lula boosts China’s foothold and gives Brazil rare earths leverage
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s re-election preserves Beijing’s most critical foothold in Latin America, while positioning Brasilia to leverage the US-China rivalry over its vast rare earth reserves without picking …
Oct 26
14:31
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Merz heads to Asia as Germany seeks to diversify trade ties
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will visit Singapore, Japan and South Korea, while President Frank-Walter Steinmeier travels to China.
Oct 26
13:14
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Houthis attack Saudi Arabia ahead of high-stakes talks in Tehran
Senior officials from the kingdom, Turkey and Pakistan are due to hold high-stakes talks with Iran in Tehran, following warnings of a return to war.
Oct 26
12:50
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
PN, BN can swap incumbent seats, says Wawasan sec-gen
Saifuddin Abdullah plays down Barisan Nasional's announcement that it will contest Sungai Udang in Melaka, previously held by Wawasan's Dr Aleef Yusof.
Oct 26
12:25
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Abang Johari confirms AI data centre plan in Sarawak under US$50b investment
KUCHING, Oct 26 — The US$50 billion investment announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently...
Oct 26
12:02
SG Mothership
Singapore
Jamus Lim responds to PM Wong's criticisms that WP 'shifts with the political winds', Petir responds in turn
Lim called PM Wong's claims 'an incredible double standard'.
Oct 26
12:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Lacson: Cayetano’s call for senators to reject VP post uncalled for
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson said it was uncalled for to preempt President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and limit his choices for a possible replacement for Vice President Sara Duterte should she …
Oct 26
12:02
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Prosecution eyes VP Duterte mansions in Nov. 9 cross-exam
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution intends to question defense witnesses about mansions and other properties allegedly linked to Vice President Sara Z. Duterte and her family when her impeachment trial resumes …
Oct 26
11:55
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Ombudsman urged to act on complaints vs Mangudadatu
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman in Mindanao is being urged to resolve pending administrative and criminal complaints against former Sultan Kudarat governor Suharto “Teng” Mangudadatu as he reportedly seeks …
Oct 26
11:13
SG Channel News Asia state media
Singapore
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to make first official visit to Singapore from Oct 27 to 28
The chancellor will meet Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and deliver the 49th Singapore Lecture.
Oct 26
10:26
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Fuziah: PKR fields seven new faces among nine candidates for Melaka polls
MELAKA, Oct 26 — Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is fielding seven new faces among its nine candidates in t...
Oct 26
10:00
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
Lawmaker questions whether proposed HK$100,000 fines for private hospitals will deter hidden fees
A Hong Kong lawmaker has questioned whether fines under a government proposal to increase price transparency among the city’s private healthcare providers are too low to serve as an effective deterrent. Under …
Oct 26
09:43
CN CGTN state media
China
China congratulates Lula on his presidential election victory
China on Monday congratulated Brazilian incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his victory in the country's presidential runoff, pledging to work with Brazil to further advance the building of a …
Oct 26
09:28
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Kampong Cham Governor opens boat racing, floating lanterns and fireworks festival
Kampong Cham provincial governor Un Chanda today opened a festival featuring boat racing, floating lanterns, exhibitions and fireworks in Kampong Cham City. The post Kampong Cham Governor opens boat racing, floating lanterns …
Oct 26
09:23
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Audi CEO’s appearance at Trump rally ‘deeply embarrassing’, says union head
Gernot Doellner faces criticism from Germany’s union leader, who says his rally appearance violated Audi’s guidelines, as the automaker plans a US$4 billion plant in Georgia.
Oct 26
09:05
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Pakatan ties, Perikatan disciplinary action on agenda at Bersatu meeting tonight
PETALING JAYA, Oct 26 — Bersatu’s supreme leadership council is set to meet tonight to finalise, among other...
Oct 26
08:50
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Canada-EU summit seeks deeper alliance as US ties fray
Leaders meeting in Montreal aim to deepen cooperation in defence, artificial intelligence and critical minerals as Canada and the EU navigate strained relations with the US.
Oct 26
08:50
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Bulgaria heads to presidential runoff after close vote
With 95% of votes counted, incumbent Iliana Iotova, 61, led with 34.6% against 32% for former caretaker prime minister Andrey Gyurov, 50, but neither secured the 50% needed to win.
Oct 26
08:22
PH GMA Network
Philippines
Alan Cayetano urges senators to reject offers for vice presidency if Sara Duterte is convicted
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday called on his fellow senators to declare that they will decline offers for the vice presidency should Vice President Sara Duterte get convicted in …
Oct 26
08:22
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Loke defends DAP’s seat reduction for Melaka poll as tactical shift for better odds
MELAKA, Oct 26 — DAP’s decision to contest only seven seats in the 16th Melaka state election, including its...
Oct 26
08:01
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Malaysia targets bankruptcy discharges in under 36 days next year
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — The government aims to further shorten the processing time for bankruptcy discharges to les...
Oct 26
07:44
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
DAP skipping Bemban due to slim winning chances, says Loke
The party's secretary-general says DAP will focus its resources on seven seats, including four it currently holds.
Oct 26
07:04
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
BN’s plan to contest Sungai Udang proves it has rejected Wawasan, says Puad
Ex-Umno leader says it also signals a move by BN to contest all 19 parliamentary seats held by Wawasan in GE16.
Oct 26
06:37
CN South China Morning Post
China
Former Japanese prime minister Yasuo Fukuda, known for seeking China ties, dies at 90
Former Japanese prime minister Yasuo Fukuda, who used ⁠his brief period ⁠in office to seek ⁠closer ties with Asian neighbours, particularly China, has died at the age of 90, according to the …
Oct 26
06:25
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Loke says RM1,000 driver aid not a Melaka poll sweetener, rollout continues nationwide
MELAKA, Oct 26 — Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook has denied that the RM1,000 special financial assistance given...
Oct 26
06:02
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Special counsel to inspect 2.5 mil. ballots in local elections shortage probe
A special counsel team said Monday it plans to examine about 2.5 million ballots at a vote counting center this week as part of its probe into ballot shortages during the June …
Oct 26
06:02
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Lee's approval rating falls to 35.3% after rebound: poll
President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating fell to 35.3 percent after rebounding the previous week, a poll showed Monday. In the poll conducted on 2,517 adults nationwide from last Monday to Friday …
Oct 26
05:40
KR The Korea Herald
South Korea
Kim Jong-un shows readiness for international stage with China trip: lawmaker
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's recent China trip signals confidence and a readiness to break his silence on the diplomatic stage, a Democratic Party lawmaker said Monday. Kim's trip, made Saturday by …
Oct 26
05:18
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Lee urges EC, MACC to probe Loke’s RM1,000 aid for Melaka taxi drivers
Bersama leader Lee Chean Chung says DAP has destroyed the anti-corruption image and moral standing that it spent decades building.
Oct 26
05:12
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
‘Sleeping giant’ SG4 needs common vision to unlock wealth, Dr M says
Former prime minister says since the SG4 initiative was introduced, leaders from Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu and Perlis have become increasingly aware of their strengths.
Oct 26
04:59
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Protesters resume demonstrations in Portugal after police crackdown
Authorities say 11 people were injured and 31 detained in raids in Lisbon and Porto, but protest organisers and hospitals report higher figures.
Oct 26
04:45
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Saudi coalition says intercepted missile after Houthis hit Riyadh airport
The operation came a day after explosions rattled the Saudi capital and authorities sent text messages to residents warning them of a 'hostile aerial threat' targeting the city.
Oct 26
04:43
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Anwar calls for service over rhetoric as Pakatan targets Melaka victory
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged all candidates and party m...