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Politics

By all memes: why Asia’s Gen Z are revolting

From India to Indonesia, satire and pop culture symbols are mobilising a generation that fears its future is slipping away.

7 Nov 2026 - 8:28PM

Japan rethinks its stalking laws after Pokemon store murder

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Worth a shot? In Malaysia, a shadow trade in DIY weight-loss jabs takes hold

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Economics

‘There could be anarchy’: Bangladesh’s garment sector unrest threatens disaster

Striking garment workers want their wages doubled, imperilling an industry that brings in 80 per cent of export earnings.

7 Nov 2026 - 1:28PM

A vehicle is seen on fire as protesting factory workers block a road in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 1. Photo: Zuma Press Wire/dpa

A demonstrator hurls back a tear gas shell fired by police following a clash with garment workers protesting for higher wages, in Narayanganj, Bangladesh, on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters

Politics

Myanmar’s will to fight money laundering questioned as tougher curbs loom

The Financial Action Task Force has warned of further measures unless the regime remedies failing safeguards by February.

7 Nov 2026 - 10:00AM

Politics

Will Russia’s asset takeover finally push Japan into retaliation?

Analysts say Takaichi will need to mount a ‘more assertive’ response after Moscow seized Japan Tobacco assets.

7 Nov 2026 - 2:41PM

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Politics

What’s next after airlines? Asia data breach raises wider cyber fears

The breach has highlighted the region’s dependence on shared platforms, and analysts warn other critical sectors may soon be affected.

6 Nov 2026 - 10:30PM

A wave of airlines reported last week that customer information was accessed in a data security breach involving Spanish software provider Amadeus. Photo: Shutterstock

Politics

Diploma dispute fuels speculation of growing Prabowo-Widodo rift in Indonesia

Political factions are proposing using parliamentary oversight powers to investigate Gibran after his high school diploma was ruled ‘invalid’.

6 Nov 2026 - 7:25PM

Economics

Why Malaysia may still face trade uncertainty after US midterms

The Democrats may face stiff opposition from Trump over his tariffs and scrutinise China’s trade partners such as Malaysia, analysts say.

6 Nov 2026 - 5:00PM

Health & Environment

Indonesia doubles down on climate goals despite surging wildfire emissions

Environment Minister Jumhur Hidayat defends growth agenda and outlines six areas for Indonesia’s green economy push as Cop31 talks near.

6 Nov 2026 - 4:57PM

A man uses a tree branch to try to extinguish a peatland fire in Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia, on October 22. Photo: AFP

People

Ex-Miss Thailand arrested over claims charity donations funded luxury lifestyle

An audit of Thai foundations has been ordered as the high-profile celebrity faces outrage over siphoned funds and dumped aid supplies.

6 Nov 2026 - 4:06PM

Panadda "Boom" Wongphudee hugs a resident affected by flooding in a photo shared on her social media in October. Photo: Instagram/boompanadda

Politics

Why Democratic Congress may enhance US-Philippines alliance, pivot to Asia

An end to the Iran war could see a greater shift of US military assets to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, analysts say.

6 Nov 2026 - 3:12PM

Politics

Is EU’s Southeast Asia push facing a funding crunch as China widens lead?

Net payers force a deep cut to the European Commission’s proposal on overseas aid, potentially leaving Asean clean-energy projects short.

6 Nov 2026 - 7:07PM

Politics

Malaysia’s Najib to stay in prison as legal issues linger despite fine payment

The former prime minister’s party said it settled the US$12.3 million court payment using funds collected from a donation drive.

6 Nov 2026 - 6:32PM

Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court complex last month. Photo: AP

Politics

Trump’s Israel aid cut reveals push to trade grants for tech cooperation

A shift towards joint technology development looks set to replace traditional grants with deeper, less scrutinised Pentagon funding.

6 Nov 2026 - 4:43PM

US President Donald Trump points towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a December 2025 meeting at Mar-a-Lago, Florida. Trump surprised officials this week by announcing plans to end roughly US$4 billion in annual military aid to Israel. Photo: Reuters

Politics

Malaysia’s Sarawak locks election date amid autonomy, resource control push

The ruling GPS aims to retain power in the December 12 race as petroleum sovereignty among issues expected to dominate the campaign.

6 Nov 2026 - 12:41PM

Politics

Will Japan press Vietnam on labour rights or prioritise security goals?

Human Rights Watch’s Tokyo office has urged Takaichi to confront To Lam over Vietnam’s failure to deliver promised labour reforms.

6 Nov 2026 - 4:57PM

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Politics

By all memes: why Asia’s Gen Z are revolting

From India to Indonesia, satire and pop culture symbols are mobilising a generation that fears its future is slipping away.

7 Nov 2026 - 8:28PM

Illustration: Huy Truong

Economics

‘I’m terrified’: AI comes for Southeast Asia’s graduate jobs

From Bangkok to Singapore, AI dread grips young jobseekers as the bottom rung of the career ladder starts to buckle.

31 Oct 2026 - 8:00AM

People

Big dreams, growing pains in Indonesia: Prabowo’s turbulent 2 years in power

The president says he sees a ‘bright future for Indonesia’ even as citizens worry about rising costs and a lack of job opportunities.

24 Oct 2026 - 8:00AM

Economics

Malaysia’s shoppers love Chinese e-commerce. But is the bargain worth it?

Pinduoduo’s arrival has thrilled bargain hunters, even as direct e-commerce shipments price out local firms and waste chokes landfills.

18 Oct 2026 - 10:38PM

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Health & Environment

Japan rethinks its stalking laws after Pokemon store murder

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Worth a shot? In Malaysia, a shadow trade in DIY weight-loss jabs takes hold

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Regulators have found wildly inconsistent dosages in grey-market slimming drugs sold online. Photo: Shutterstock

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‘There could be anarchy’: Bangladesh’s garment sector unrest threatens disaster

7 Nov 2026 - 1:28PM

A vehicle is seen on fire as protesting factory workers block a road in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on November 1. Photo: Zuma Press Wire/dpa

Southeast Asia

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Will Russia’s asset takeover finally push Japan into retaliation?

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks to reporters at the prime minister’s office in Tokyo on Friday. Photo: Reuters

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Filipino fishermen worry about Chinese nature reserve in disputed waters

Filipino fishermen worry about Chinese nature reserve in disputed waters

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Centenarian becomes oldest person to climb Mount Fuji

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Cambodia unveils new Chinese-built airport

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