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Headlines from the outlets of the region and the specialist cyber press, newest first, one row per story. Headlines in other languages are machine-translated into English; the mark after them gives the language, and the original is underneath. The last 30 days unless you set dates. How translation and stories work · Which outlets, by country
401–440 of 613 articles
Group by story · Times in UTC| Oct 29 08:27 |
Hong Kong |
Seven areas of reforms introduced after Wang Fuk blaze
Chief Executive John Lee said the government will roll out comprehensive reforms to address shortcomings exposed by the Wang Fuk Court fire. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Lee said the …
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| Oct 29 07:52 |
Japan |
Japan must accelerate cyberdefense strategy, former NSA director says
Spending weeks and months on strategy is not conducive to an active cyberdefense posture, according to former intelligence chief Michael Rogers.
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| Oct 29 06:39 |
South Korea |
NK leader may have discussed potential talks with US during China visit
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un may have conveyed Pyongyang's position on potential talks with the United States during his recent visit to China, Seoul's spy agency told lawmakers Thursday. The National Intelligence …
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| Oct 29 06:14 |
China |
How Flavio Bolsonaro pulled off a clandestine escape to the US
Flavio Bolsonaro’s clandestine escape to the United States bewildered Brazil and triggered a frantic search for his whereabouts. The Supreme Court had ordered the son of jailed ex-leader Jair Bolsonaro to forfeit …
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| Oct 29 03:42 |
Malaysia |
Leak website releases data on thousands of US homeland security employees
Distributed Denial of Secrets says the leaked data includes names, contact details and job information of employees involved in surveillance, undercover work and sensitive operations.
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| Oct 29 01:30 |
Hong Kong |
Hong Kong to distribute ‘Security Bear’ national security picture books to 900 kindergartens
The Security Bureau held a launch ceremony for its Andy and Security Bear: Young Citizens Safeguarding National Security educational picture books on Tuesday. The three-volume set of titles includes new stories and …
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| Oct 29 01:00 |
China |
US should spy on Chinese firms to maintain edge in tech race: ex-CIA official
A former CIA official has called for Washington to spy on foreign companies to help US firms stay ahead in the technology race, in what would represent a break from long-standing US …
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| Oct 28 14:28 |
South Korea |
North Korean journalists trade reporting for ideology drills
North Korea has launched a sweeping ideological campaign targeting its own journalists in October 2026, timed to the 80th anniversary of the Korean Journalists’ Union. Reporters must now set year-end loyalty pledges …
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| Oct 28 12:02 |
South Korea |
Prosecution not to appeal partial acquittal of ex-officials in 2019 deportation of N. Koreans
Prosecutors on Wednesday decided not to appeal the partial acquittals of three former government officials on charges related to the forced repatriation of two North Korean fishermen in 2019. Earlier this month, …
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| Oct 28 12:01 |
China |
US warns China is expanding its space toolkit with spaceplane and energy weapons
A rare satellite image of China’s secretive spaceplane has appeared in a new US intelligence report that warned Beijing was expanding its ability to track American forces and could deploy space-based directed-energy …
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| Oct 28 10:00 |
Securelist (Kaspersky)
International cyber press |
Millions of security cameras at risk: DoS vulnerability in Intelbras devices
During our research, we discovered a denial-of-service vulnerability that could affect millions of Intelbras IP camera systems built on the platform platform of a popular Chinese manufacturer.
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| Oct 28 08:59 |
Malaysia |
The Selangor royal aide who wasn’t: Man nabbed over RM1.42m car and property scam
SHAH ALAM, Oct 28 — Police have arrested a man suspected of being the mastermind behind a vehicle and property sal...
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| Oct 28 07:51 |
Malaysia |
Behind Chow Kit shopfronts, Immigration uncovers alleged illegal money transfer network, eight detained
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 28 — An illegal money transfer syndicate using the ‘Hundi’ system and targeting Banglad...
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| Oct 28 07:17 |
Timor-Leste |
Europe: Freedom Requires Authority-Migration, Integration and Democratic Defence-A Perspective from Timor-Leste
By: Dionísio Babo Soares* Every political order rests upon a balance between legitimacy and power. Legitimacy without power becomes mere exhortation; power without legitimacy becomes coercion. Enduring societies maintain both in a …
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| Oct 28 05:45 |
Malaysia |
MP questions why police classified Cheras lock-up death as grievous hurt, not murder
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — DAP lawmaker RSN Rayer today called on the police to explain why the investigation into the...
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| Oct 28 02:31 |
Malaysia |
Explained: How foreign navigation apps could reveal sensitive routes and government activity in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — The continuous collection of location data by foreign navigation applications does more tha...
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| Oct 28 02:07 |
Malaysia |
MMEA to probe fatal boat collision off Perlis
The agency will review its SOPs following the death of an intelligence officer during an operation to intercept a boat suspected of carrying undocumented migrants.
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| Oct 28 00:56 |
China |
Will China travel hurt US students’ careers? FBI battles fears as talent pipeline stalls
An American student considering studying in China attended a briefing with a senior FBI official at a Washington think tank last month to address her concerns about whether such an experience could …
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| Oct 28 00:38 |
South Korea |
For some North Koreans, harvest duty becomes a picnic
North Korea’s 2026 fall harvest mobilization looks very different depending on where people work. At some well-funded state agencies and enterprises in South Pyongan province, workers finish harvesting by midday. They then …
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| Oct 27 23:48 |
China |
White House Has Tight Grip Over FBI in Pursuing Trump Targets, Agent Says
In court testimony, the agent outlined the willingness of Kash Patel, the F.B.I. director, to take orders from President Trump to investigate his perceived enemies.
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| Oct 27 23:00 |
Malaysia |
Why cash aid does not affect the country's economic productivity MSMengapa bantuan tunai tak jejas produktiviti ekonomi negara
Memaksimumkan potensi ekonomi Malaysia memerlukan pendekatan dwi-trek yang seimbang, bukannya perdebatan dasar yang bersifat bertentangan.
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| Oct 27 22:11 |
Malaysia |
US, Cuba shouting match derails debate at UN
The row broke out during debate on a resolution calling for an end to the US embargo on its communist-led neighbour.
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| Oct 27 18:33 |
South Korea |
Hoeryong lectures target Chinese phone users
North Korean intelligence officers in North Hamgyong province used neighborhood lectures in mid-October 2026 to attack secret users of Chinese mobile phones. Visiting towns along the Chinese border, they hurled crude insults …
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| Oct 27 18:13 |
Singapore |
S'pore & Germany unveil new Joint Work Plan for next stage of relations
Singapore and Germany's enjoy warm ties in areas such as trade and defence relations.
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| Oct 27 18:02 |
Taiwan |
Ex-FBI director James Comey hit with fresh charges |
| Oct 27 16:00 |
Philippines |
FBI joins investigation of Thomas Markle
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has joined the probe into allegations that Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, duchess of Sussex, possessed images of child sexual abuse materials found at his former …
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| Oct 27 14:59 |
South Korea |
Pyongyang ties loyalty to Kim mausoleum donations
Pyongyang authorities have launched a Kumsusan Palace of the Sun fundraising drive that runs through the end of 2026. Officials call the campaign voluntary, yet they are tying each person’s donation to …
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| Oct 27 14:00 |
China |
Taiwan vows vigilance as Beijing releases detailed satellite imagery of island landmarks
Taiwan’s military has vowed to remain vigilant against mainland Chinese intelligence-gathering activities after Beijing released high-resolution satellite images of the island, raising concerns about its growing surveillance capabilities. “The defence ministry will …
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| Oct 27 12:02 |
South Korea |
3 ex-officials appeal to top court over 2019 deportation of N. Koreans
Three former government officials on Tuesday appealed an appellate ruling sentencing them to suspended prison terms for forcibly repatriating two North Korean fishermen in 2019, taking the case to the Supreme Court, …
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| Oct 27 11:51 |
Singapore |
Likelihood of haze affecting S'pore on Oct. 27 low, 24-hour PSI in good to moderate range: NEA
The National Environment Agency (NEA) provided an update on the haze in an Oct. 26 advisory for Oct. 27.
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| Oct 27 11:22 |
Hong Kong |
Commentator charged with disclosing nat. security probe says unaware investigation was underway
A Hong Kong political commentator charged with revealing details of a national security probe has testified that he did not believe an investigation was underway. Wong Kwok-ngon, known by his pen name …
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| Oct 27 11:06 |
Malaysia |
Saifuddin Nasution: RM14.3m returned to online scam victims, RM100.9m losses prevented
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 — The National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) has recovered and returned RM14.3 million to onlin...
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| Oct 27 10:34 |
South Korea |
3 ex-officials appeal to top court over 2019 deportation of N. Koreans
Three former government officials Tuesday appealed an appellate ruling sentencing them to suspended prison terms for forcibly repatriating two North Korean fishermen in 2019, taking the case to the Supreme Court, sources …
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| Oct 27 09:39 |
Hong Kong |
Hong Kong privacy watchdog issues guidance on AI ‘smart glasses’ to curb covert surveillance
Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has issued guidelines on using AI-powered “smart glasses” in a “privacy-respecting manner,” in an effort to prevent covert collection of personal data. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner …
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| Oct 27 09:38 |
Malaysia |
Houthi official says Egypt’s military support for Saudi a declaration of war
The comment was part of a long statement reacting to Saudi Arabia's defence minister's visit to Tehran on Monday.
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| Oct 27 06:21 |
Philippines |
Quiboloy co-accused named as FBI Most Wanted by Anti-Trafficking Bureau
MANILA, Philippines — The Anti-Trafficking Bureau reminded the public that an administrator of the Apollo Quiboloy-led Kingdom of Jesus Christ was still wanted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the United …
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| Oct 27 02:36 |
South Korea |
Ex-FBI chief and Trump critic James Comey hit with fresh charges
Former FBI director James Comey has been charged with allegedly disclosing national defense information, the third criminal case brought against the outspoken critic of US President Donald Trump. In a criminal complaint …
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| Oct 27 00:19 |
South Korea |
North Korean teen defies mother to join army
A widowed mother in Tanchon, South Hamgyong province, has begged her son’s school to keep him off North Korea’s 2026 conscription rolls. The teenager, however, is refusing his military service exemption and …
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| Oct 26 23:26 |
Malaysia |
Ex-FBI chief and Trump critic Comey hit with fresh charges
James Comey has been charged with allegedly disclosing national defence information to a 'person not entitled to receive it' while heading the FBI.
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| Oct 26 23:00 |
Malaysia |
Mampukah PN berfungsi sebagai pembangkang?
Gabungan gagal menjelaskan cara ia menguruskan organisasinya akan sukar meyakinkan pengundi kemampuannya mentadbir negara.
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