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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
2161–2200 of 2473 articles
Group by story · Times in UTC| Oct 20 01:14 |
Malaysia |
Hamzah expects Anwar to call GE16 by August next year amid Pakatan-Umno tensions
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin expects Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar...
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| Oct 20 01:00 |
Malaysia |
Not every infrastructure problem is Putrajaya’s responsibility, says academic
UMS lecturer Ramli Dollah says the ninth schedule to the Federal Constitution outlines the powers and jurisdiction of each level of government.
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| Oct 20 00:54 |
Malaysia |
Democrats push to win Texas, a diversifying Republican stronghold
A new generation of leaders seeks to attract independents and voters disillusioned with Donald Trump's Middle East war and soaring fuel and living costs.
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| Oct 20 00:42 |
Malaysia |
In Dewan Rakyat today: ‘Corporate mafia’, Felda abuse of power claims among issues to be raised
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Allegations of “corporate mafia” activities and abuse of power involving the Fe...
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| Oct 20 00:21 |
Timor-Leste |
President Ramos-Horta defends fossil fuel development as economic lifeline for climate transition
DÍLI, 19 October 2026 (TATOLI) – Speaking at the Global Citizen NOW: Perth 2026 Summit on Monday, President of the Republic and Nobel Peace Laureate José Ramos-Horta delivered a pragmatic and unvarnished …
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| Oct 20 00:02 |
Philippines |
Gov’t keeps hands off BARMM parliament leadership vote
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — The national government will not interfere in the election of the chief minister and other officials of the first regular parliament in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in …
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| Oct 20 00:00 |
Malaysia |
Gerakan resignations expose leadership weaknesses, discontent with PAS
Analysts say Gerakan’s closer alignment with PAS-led Perikatan Nasional has unsettled some members and put its secular, multiracial identity at risk.
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| Oct 19 23:55 |
Malaysia |
Paris police impose overnight curfew to prevent further disorder
The order aims to protect property from violence and looting after France's worst riots in years targeted public buildings and businesses nationwide.
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| Oct 19 23:21 |
Malaysia |
Support slips for Latin America’s new right-wing leaders
New surveys in Peru, Colombia, Chile and Argentina show voters losing patience with governments elected on promises to curb crime and revive weak economies.
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| Oct 19 23:18 |
Myanmar |
Global coalition calls on Malaysia to stop criminalizing Rohingya refugee groups
CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation issued an open letter on Oct. 14 demanding that Malaysian authorities immediately drop all charges against Rohingya human rights defender Zafar Ahmad Abdul Ghani. Detained on …
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| Oct 19 23:12 |
Malaysia |
Hegseth meets Netanyahu in unannounced visit to Israel
The US defence secretary's trip comes a day after president Donald Trump endorsed the Israeli prime minister ahead of the country's parliamentary election.
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| Oct 19 23:03 |
China |
Alberta votes on path to independence as Carney fights to keep Canada united
Voters in Canada’s oil-rich Alberta province were deciding on Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity as Canadians rally against US President Donald Trump’s trade …
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| Oct 19 23:03 |
China |
Alberta voters choose Canada over independence in boost for Carney
Voters in Canada’s oil-rich Alberta province overwhelmingly backed remaining in Canada, with early referendum results Tuesday delivering a boost to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s push for national unity amid US President Donald …
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| Oct 19 23:02 |
Myanmar |
Myanmar migrants in Thailand launch campaign after raids; Pressure on China mounts to free Min Zin
Myanmar migrants in Thailand launch campaign after raids A campaign launched by the Myanmar Migrant Workers’ Representative Coordinating Committee in Thailand (MMWRCCT) began collecting signatures in support of a petition calling on …
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| Oct 19 22:49 |
Malaysia |
Trump’s approval falls to record low of 31% as midterms near
Some 31% of Americans approve of Donald Trump's performance in office, down a percentage point from two weeks earlier.
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| Oct 19 22:41 |
Malaysia |
US to auction deep sea mining leases off American Samoa
The lease sales will cover approximately 31 million acres over two areas off the US Pacific archipelago, with bidding set for Nov 19.
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| Oct 19 22:17 |
Philippines |
Trump says ready to meet with Putin and Xi in China
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump indicated Monday he is ready to meet Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping in China next month, saying any summit would focus on denuclearization but …
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| Oct 19 22:08 |
Malaysia |
‘Close up your borders’: Trump blames French unrest on immigration
The US president said Europe would be finished if it did not close its borders and remove criminals, adding that Paris would soon become a Muslim city.
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| Oct 19 22:05 |
Malaysia |
European stocks fall on unrest in France as Nasdaq bounces
Most sectors were dragged lower, while there was renewed selling of bonds and the euro.
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| Oct 19 22:00 |
Malaysia |
Australian lawmaker hurt in car attack undergoes surgery overnight
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Helen Haines remains in critical condition after being deliberately struck by a car.
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| Oct 19 21:41 |
Malaysia |
Netanyahu basks in Trump’s endorsement week before election
The Israeli prime minister published a video of the two leaders praising each other after Donald Trump endorsed him ahead of the Oct 27 vote.
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| Oct 19 21:40 |
Japan |
U.S. and Cuba clash at U.N. as Washington seeks to sway annual vote on economic embargo
The United States and Cuba clashed Monday at the United Nations as the Trump administration sought once again to build opposition for an upcoming annual vote condemning Washington's…
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| Oct 19 21:30 |
Malaysia |
France announces curfews as government grapples with unrest
The government vowed to restore order amid accusations of failing to anticipate and respond to the violence, as officials sought to quell public anger.
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| Oct 19 21:29 |
Japan |
October 19 Action protest
Mizuho Fukushima, leader of Japan's Social Democratic Party (SDP), raises her fist while addressing demonstrators during the October 19 Action protest outside the National Diet Building in Tokyo…
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| Oct 19 21:10 |
Malaysia |
Trump says ready to meet with Putin and Xi in China
The US president said any summit would focus on denuclearisation but could also include the Ukraine war.
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| Oct 19 20:20 |
China |
Trump says he’s open to meeting Xi and Putin in China for nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he was open to a three-way meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin during his visit to China next month, with …
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| Oct 19 17:00 |
Singapore |
SM Shanmugam calls Indonesian official's 'oxygen' remark 'disappointing', praises Prabowo's efforts to tackle haze
Syahganda's view does not reflect the view of the wider Indonesian government or public, said SM Shanmugam.
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| Oct 19 16:18 |
Philippines |
DFA dresses down China’s envoy Jing
FOREIGN Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on Monday summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan to express the Philippines’ strong objection to his public statement which conveyed “a threat of the use of force.” …
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| Oct 19 16:12 |
Philippines |
Explain VP’s millions, Duterte lawyers dared
HOUSE lead prosecutor and Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville Luistro on Monday challenged Vice President Sara Duterte and her defense team to explain nearly P818 million in alleged unexplained wealth identified during …
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| Oct 19 16:10 |
Philippines |
Tulfo, Padilla, Cayetano, Sotto tied in OCTA survey
SENATORS Raffy Tulfo, Robin Padilla, Alan Peter Cayetano, and Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto are statistically tied for the top spot in the early race for the 2028 senatorial elections, a survey …
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| Oct 19 15:44 |
Malaysia |
Detained Suu Kyi receives UK royal package, says Myanmar’s govt
Myanmar authorities describe the ousted leader as a 'special female prisoner' as they release the first pictures of her in two months.
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| Oct 19 15:20 |
Philippines |
Gatchalian: Sara Duterte impeachment trial may conclude by yearend
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian is hoping to wrap up the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte before the end of the year, saying the timeline will hinge on …
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| Oct 19 15:07 |
Malaysia |
Hamzah believes Anwar will call for GE16 by August 2027
The opposition leaders points to growing tension between Pakatan Harapan and Umno as well as the large allocation set aside for the Election Commission.
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| Oct 19 13:54 |
Malaysia |
French PM says he could declare state of emergency over unrest ‘if needed’
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says localised curfews are better suited to the situation, as authorities step up efforts to restore order after violent protests.
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| Oct 19 13:24 |
China |
China vows continued push for Middle East peace, stability
Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Monday that China, upholding the spirit of the series of major initiatives and proposals put forward by President Xi Jinping, will continue to work to promote …
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| Oct 19 12:19 |
South Korea |
Ruling party lawmaker says US intelligence 'not omniscient'
A ruling party lawmaker, who also serves as President Lee Jae Myung's special adviser for peace diplomacy, said Monday that US intelligence capabilities are "not omniscient," as he stressed the need for …
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| Oct 19 12:14 |
Thailand |
Philippines summons Chinese ambassador to protest remarks it says threatened force
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippine government summoned the Chinese ambassador Monday to protest remarks it considered a threat to use force, saying it will not accept attempts to intimidate Philippine officials …
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| Oct 19 11:57 |
South Korea |
President indirectly criticizes USFK chief's remarks on potential OPCON transition delay
President Lee Jae Myung on Monday indirectly criticized U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson’s latest remarks on condition changes for transferring wartime operational control (OPCON) from Washington to Seoul. It …
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| Oct 19 11:57 |
South Korea |
President reaffirms push to reclaim wartime OPCON by 2028
President Lee Jae Myung on Monday reaffirmed his commitment to regaining wartime operational control (OPCON) from the United States by 2028, calling it essential to South Korea’s sovereignty. Speaking before reporters to …
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| Oct 19 10:57 |
China |
CGTN Poll: China's financial opening-up eases global governance woes
Against the backdrop of escalating trade frictions and disruptions to global supply chains, the 2026 Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum opened as scheduled.
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