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May of those who are deported to Laos from the US have no family ties or support networks in the country. Photo: Getty Images

US-Asean relations

The Southeast Asians facing exile from the US to a land they’ve never known

After surviving a CIA-led war and building lives in America, Laotian migrants are now being detained and deported with little warning.

27 Apr 2025 - 8:00PM

The Philippines

Remembering Nora Aunor: actress, ‘rebel’ and the Philippines’ ‘Superstar’

27 Apr 2025 - 5:00PM

Exclusive | Bangladesh’s new leader dreams big, with a little help from China

26 Apr 2025 - 8:33AM

‘I’m sorry’: man arrested after fatal Seoul supermarket stabbing spree

Local police are investigating whether the suspect has a history of mental illness and the reason for the attack.

25 Apr 2025 - 2:54PMvideocam

A man has been arrested in South Korea following a stabbing spree in a supermarket in Seoul that left one woman dead and another injured. Photo: Shutterstock

Malaysian journalist in bribe scandal returns, vows to report ‘without fear’

B. Nantha Kumar has been allowed back to Malaysiakini after an internal inquiry cleared him, although he still faces a criminal trial.

23 Apr 2025 - 2:18PM

Indonesians mourn Pope Francis’ death: ‘we were so proud of him’

Indonesians across the Muslim-majority nation share warm messages of support as they remember the late pontiff’s compassion and humility.

22 Apr 2025 - 6:12PM

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Lee Jae-myung leads South Korea polls amid political turmoil and US tariffs

Support for Lee keeps rising while his rival, acting President Han Duck-soo, stays coy about his intentions for the June 3 snap elections.

22 Apr 2025 - 9:18AMvideocam

South Korea presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung at the National Assembly in Seoul on April 11. Photo: AP

The Philippines

‘We grieve like orphans’: Filipinos mourn death of Pope Francis

Many Filipinos recall the pontiff’s supportive and caring ways, saying he ‘gave voice to the marginalised, the voiceless and powerless’.

22 Apr 2025 - 5:35PMvideocam

Japan’s youth suicide crisis worsens with record student deaths reported in 2024

School anxiety, depression and family struggles were cited as major causes.

21 Apr 2025 - 5:57PMvideocam

Malay-speaking Chinese journalists become overnight sensation in Malaysia

In soft-power win, viral video of Chinese journalists describing their lunch in fluent Malay has earned praise from Malaysians.

17 Apr 2025 - 6:41PM

In this combined photo, Husna Liang (right) of the China Media Group and her colleague Latifah (left) describe their lunch in fluent Malay at a restaurant in Putrajaya. The Chinese journalists were part of the press corps that followed President Xi Jinping on his week-long tour of Southeast Asia. Photo: Handout

The Philippines

As Sara Duterte backs Imee Marcos, will it sway Philippine Senate elections?

A last-minute political gamble sees the president’s sister seeking to revive her campaign by tapping into the vice-president’s popularity.

17 Apr 2025 - 3:20PMvideocam

Philippine Senator Imee Marcos presides over a Committee of Foreign Affairs hearing on March 20 following Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest. Photo: AFP

‘Risking our lives’: Indonesians warn of dangers in Cambodian scam compounds

Indonesians promised employment in Cambodia say they were instead forced to work long hours in shadowy compounds scamming victims.

16 Apr 2025 - 6:25PMvideocam

North Korean phishing attack used K-pop and horoscope lures: South Korean police

The police said that over 120,000 emails laced with malware and links to spoofed websites were sent to nearly 18,000 individuals.

16 Apr 2025 - 3:11PMvideocam

US tourist deported from Bali after rampage at medical clinic

Footage depicts the 27-year-old man screaming and destroying property in the clinic in Badung despite attempts to stop him.

15 Apr 2025 - 6:05PM

A 27-year-old US citizen was deported from Bali after a violent outburst at a medical clinic. Photo: Handout

‘Stamp out cross-dressing’: Malaysian sarong event under fire for LGBTQ exclusion

The organiser of Keretapi Sarong is facing backlash after saying gender-nonconforming participants are not welcome.

11 Apr 2025 - 2:26PMvideocam

Participants of Keretapi Sarong 2023 at Independence Square in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Photo: Ultron90 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

South Korea probes claim teen caught filming F-16s is son of Chinese official

Authorities said the teen and another Chinese student were in possession of nearly 100 images of military aircraft taken at an airbase.

10 Apr 2025 - 2:17PMvideocam

Malaysia’s brain drain deepens as 1 in 6 state-funded scholars opts to work abroad

Government data shows over 2,800 scholarship recipients have chosen not to return and fulfil their public service commitments since 2010.

9 Apr 2025 - 5:53PMvideocam

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‘I caught the baby’: migrant heroes hailed after Singapore shophouse fire rescue

Risking their lives and without safety gear, construction workers scaled a burning building to save children trapped on a third-storey ledge.

9 Apr 2025 - 1:30PM

A still from a social media video shows migrant workers coming to the rescue of children trapped on the window ledge of a burning shophouse in River Valley, Singapore, on Tuesday. Photo: Handout

‘Absolutely ridiculous’: Japan NHK apology over misleading footage sparks outcry

Fabricated footage the broadcaster aired was used by South Korean media to claim that Koreans were forced to work on Hashima Island.

9 Apr 2025 - 9:16AM

Japan store worker’s suicide after working half year straight deemed job-related

His case highlights the issue of the ‘death from overwork’ culture in Japan.

8 Apr 2025 - 6:49PM

Korean Air pilots fired after fighting over ex-president Yoon’s martial law call

The altercation is one of the more dramatic examples of the political polarisation triggered by Yoon’s impeachment, observers say.

8 Apr 2025 - 5:08PMvideocam

The Philippines

Philippine politician’s ‘sleep with single mums’ remarks spark misogyny row

The action against Christian Sia is ‘a test case’ on the use of sexually charged remarks while campaigning, elections commission says.

8 Apr 2025 - 8:00AM

Christian Sia at a campaign rally. Photo: Facebook/Christian “Ian” Sia

Singapore tycoon Robert Ng, 3 children named as politically significant persons

Ng, chairman of Sino Group, and his children have held positions in committees of China’s top political advisory body, according to public records.

7 Apr 2025 - 9:10PM

Lamborghini crash in India reignites debate over privilege and impunity

The car’s driver was released on a bail of US$300 after critically injuring two construction workers, sparking accusations of unequal justice.

6 Apr 2025 - 5:00PM

In South Korea, crushing academic pressures start in kindergarten

Forget play dates – in some parts of Seoul, four-year-olds are already training for the notorious Suneung college entrance exam.

6 Apr 2025 - 10:00AMvideocam

Kindergarteners listen to their teacher read a story in Seoul. South Korea’s current education system teaches children to ruthlessly compete against one another. Photo: Shutterstock

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