What to watch for in Mahathir Mohamad’s first official Beijing visit
The prime minister has been notably outspoken in his criticism of China-backed infrastructure projects and Beijing's involvement in the South China Sea.
Akihito marks final war-end anniversary
Japan marked the 73rd anniversary of the end of World War II on Wednesday.
One system to hire foreign workers in Malaysia
The government will create a single system to hire foreign workers without differentiating the source country, says Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Hamas, Israel agree on truce in Gaza
A Thursday truce between Hamas and Israel is aimed at halting the escalation of violence.
Najib Razak’s swift fall from grace
The former prime minister was served with new charges on Wednesday—adding three counts of money laundering to his growing list of alleged transgressions.
Stampede, tears as Tamil Nadu leader Karunanidhi is buried
The popular leader was buried on Wednesday amidst tears and tributes.
Pakistan in turmoil as opposition accuse government of vote rigging
Opposition leaders protest against vote-rigging in Islamabad as political turmoil lay ahead.
Duterte unveils landmark Muslim autonomy law
Will the new legislation have the power to bring peace to a region choked by decades of deadly separatist conflict.
Student protesters arrested in Bangladesh
Students in Bangladesh have been arrested and charged after protesting the road death of two of their peers.