2 h. ago Malaysia man sells US$4,100 car, shocked when woman offers sex to cover US$1,600 shortfall

Thousands of people engage with story about racy deal to buy second-hand BMW, as woman who made offer says husband agrees with move.

Events

3 h. ago Gold slips more than 1% as trade tensions subside, dollar firms

Gold slips more than 1% as trade tensions subside, dollar firms  Reuters

Events

4 h. ago South China Sea tensions explodes after Beijing seizes disputed territory

South China Sea tensions explodes after Beijing seizes disputed territory  Daily Express

Events

4 h. ago Maldives aligns with Malaysia in call for ‘legitimate’ Palestinian state amid Gaza tensions

The Maldives reiterated call for a Palestinian state comes two weeks after the island nation implemented an entry ban on Israeli passport holders.

Events

5 h. ago China and Philippines unfurl competing flags on disputed South China Sea sandbars, reviving tensions

China and Philippines unfurl competing flags on disputed South China Sea sandbars, reviving tensions  CNN

Events

11 h. ago Malaysian drinks names explained: from Michael Jackson to ‘tiger bites lion’

Get the inside scoop on Malaysia’s surprisingly evocative drinks terminology, from a chocolatey dinosaur to a coffee concoction with a kick.

Politics

11 h. ago Malaysia temple unveils first ‘AI Mazu’ for devotees to interact with, address concerns

Temple claims world first as on-screen digital deity that looks like a chubby version of a famous Chinese actress dishes out advice.

Politics

14 h. ago FirstFT: Beijing’s seizure of disputed South China Sea reef revives tensions with the Philippines

FirstFT: Beijing’s seizure of disputed South China Sea reef revives tensions with the Philippines  Financial Times

Events

32 h. ago AI errors over Malaysia’s Jalur Gemilang flag spark national pride and controversy

Recent inaccuracies in the national flag’s depiction have upset the public, where even small errors are seen as national insults.

Politics

34 h. ago China’s March Industrial Profits Rise, Defying Trade Tensions

China’s March Industrial Profits Rise, Defying Trade Tensions  Bloomberg.com

Events

35 h. ago Opinion | Time for China to align with nations like it’s 1955

Opinion | Time for China to align with nations like it’s 1955  South China Morning Post

Politics

39 h. ago Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas appoints aide as potential successor

Hussein al-Sheikh has been named the PLO’s first-ever vice-president and will be acting head if Abbas dies or steps down.

Politics

49 h. ago Yemen prepares ‘biggest offensive ever seen’ against Houthi rebels with US support

Yemen is reportedly launching an offensive against Houthi rebels to reclaim key ports and diminish the influence of the Iranian-aligned group.

Politics

55 h. ago Geopoliticals could push mainlanders to avoid US universities: Hong Kong minister

Christine Choi also says Hong Kong institutions should accept more non-local students gradually to maintain teaching quality.

Politics

55 h. ago Geopolitics could push mainlanders to avoid US universities: Hong Kong minister

Christine Choi also says Hong Kong institutions should accept more non-local students gradually to maintain teaching quality.

Politics

56 h. ago Philippines urged to ‘strategically’ work with China amid US tariff tensions

It follows a call from a Chinese envoy for the Philippines and fellow Asean members to be united in safeguarding free trade.

Economics

57 h. ago China Reiterates Hitting 2025 Growth Target Amid Trade Tension

China Reiterates Hitting 2025 Growth Target Amid Trade Tension  Bloomberg.com

Events

59 h. ago UN’s WFP says all Gaza food stocks depleted amid Israel’s aid block

The World Food Programme says its kitchens are expected to ‘fully run out of food in the coming days’.

Politics

63 h. ago China showcases its neighbourhood diplomacy across Southeast Asia

President Xi Jinping’s recent trip to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia highlighted China’s commitment to fostering regional harmony.

Politics

3 d. ago US firms cautious about investing in China amid rising tensions, AmCham says

Many American companies no longer prioritising Chinese market despite Beijing’s efforts to woo foreign investors, new report finds.

Economics