Avalanche kills 15 workers in Nepal preparing Himalayas mountain camp for climbers
It is the deadliest incident of the Autumn climbing season, which ends this month.
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UN urges more US action on Marshall Islands nuclear legacy
GENEVA, Oct 1 - The United States needs to take additional steps to remedy the nuclear legacy in the Marshall Islands…
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59 people hospitalised after chlorine gas spreads in Jeju hotel
The cause could be disinfectants being mixed in the wrong ratio during swimming pool cleaning.
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Shark! Busan’s latest viral sensation raises a climate question
Rare shark sighting signals changes in South Korea’s marine ecosystem driven by warming seas.
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Iran readies harder retaliation if attacked as diplomacy faces long odds
DUBAI, Oct 1 - Iran is preparing a broader and more forceful response if the United States resumes large-scale military…
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Israel vows to get to 'root' of flydubai attack, UAE launches investigation
JERUSALEM/DUBAI, Oct 1 - Questions loomed on Thursday over the motives and background of a co-pilot who stabbed the…
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Indonesia’s Prabowo appoints career diplomat as foreign minister in sweeping Cabinet reshuffle
The Cabinet shake-up follows domestic criticism over the President’s recent foreign policy moves.
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‘Loud thud’: Sperm whale sinks yacht in South Pacific
Crew members on the 16m Tai Tam, who all survived, shared their weekend encounter.
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Dengue outbreak in Bangladesh could worsen after deadly September
At least 245 people have died and 79,620 patients have been admitted to hospital since January.
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Thai Airways battles 10,000-bag backlog after Bangkok floods
Rows of luggage have spilled into the arrivals area at Suvarnabhumi Airport as passengers search for missing bags.
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Indonesia arrests captain of capsized ferry, police say
He is suspected of violating Indonesia’s shipping law by knowingly sailing an unseaworthy vessel.
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Trump unveils $200 billion South Korean investment in US; Seoul hedges on Alaska pipeline
WASHINGTON, Sept 30 - US President Donald Trump unveiled plans on Wednesday for South Korea to invest some $200 billion…
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Japan drops out of top 10 holiday spots for Chinese travellers amid tensions
The shift comes after China urged citizens to refrain from travelling to Japan in November 2025.
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A surprising political realignment in Selangor could alter Malaysia’s balance of power
While Melaka polls loom, sparks could first fly in Selangor should PH ally with Bersatu.
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Philippines sends largest ship, aircraft to drive away Chinese vessel in waters near Taiwan
The Philippine Coast Guard said the 97m-ship and an aircraft were deployed against the Chinese vessel.
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US sees Chinese invasion of Taiwan unlikely in 2027 despite 2027 timeline, sources say
The reasons include military delays and anticipation of Taiwan's 2028 election outcome.
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Tearful Malaysian ex-PM Mahathir visits wife Siti Hasmah’s grave
He spent approximately 20 minutes at the grave site.
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Tighter New Zealand election race stokes investor fears on policy backflips
WELLINGTON, Oct 1 - A redefined mandate for New Zealand's central bank and policy reversals are among the prospects…
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South Korea’s Lee urges North Korea to restore dialogue, pledges military build-up
Lee also said in his speech that South Korea would build nuclear-powered submarines by the mid-2030s.
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Indonesia plans first adjustment of tax-free income threshold since 2016, minister says
Currently, no income tax is payable on annual income of 54 million rupiah (S$3,850) or less.
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Taiwan transfers naval commander to Coast Guard to boost deterrence against China
TAIPEI, Oct 1 - A senior Taiwan naval commander has been transferred to the Coast Guard to boost coordination at a time…
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From textile engineering to cockpit hero: Indian pilot wins praise after flydubai drama
NEW DELHI, Oct 1 - For Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, hailed as a hero for averting a crash of a flydubai jet bound for…
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Pakistani airstrikes kill nine in Afghanistan, Taliban say
KABUL, Oct 1 - Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan hit three houses on Thursday, killing nine people, the Afghan…
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Greer urges G20 to back Trump tariff agenda, takes aim at China
MILWAUKEE, Sept 30 - US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Wednesday called for G20 major economies to refrain from…
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Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency
They will have to prove their income is above average and they can carry casual conversations in Japanese.
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Pre-emptive cybersecurity laws enforced in Japan amid rising threats
The country is facing growing cyberattack threats, which are becoming more sophisticated and faster than ever.
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New Zealand Parliament dissolved ahead of tight November vote
Oct 1 - New Zealand's Parliament was dissolved on Thursday, marking the official start of campaigning for next month's…
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WASHINGTON, Sept 30 - The US National Nuclear Security Administration conducted a \"subsurface, non-nuclear chemical…
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Netanyahu hails stabbed Indian pilot of flydubai plane
Sept 30 - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for saving passengers after he…
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Japan hikes residency fees for foreign nationals
The cost of permanent residency jumps 20-fold to 200,000 yen (S$1,623).
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Anwar-ordered UiTM Holdings review widens scrutiny of Malaysia’s bumiputera institutions
Malaysian PM’s scrutiny of Malay-linked institutions raises political questions ahead of next GE.
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Rising rents narrow housing choices for Seoul’s foreign residents
Foreign tenants also face challenges like language barriers and limited rental contract knowledge.
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China extends probes into US trade barriers until December
The investigations into US practices were due to conclude on Sept 27.
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UK accuses China of using academics to spy on AI and other tech research
LONDON, Sept 30 - Britain's MI5 spy agency issued an unprecedented alert on Wednesday to warn that a Chinese…
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‘Luxury villas’ demolished at Indonesian prison as probe finds ‘abuse of authority’
This comes amid allegations that selected inmates received special treatment.
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Four Singaporeans hurt after car crashes into drain on Cameron Highlands-Simpang Pulai road
Perak Fire and Rescue Department said the victims were three men aged 19, 20 and 21, and a 21-year-old woman.
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