AseanPlus News

Hong Kong’s capital market bounces back with diverse listings

Hong Kong's unique ability to attract global capital sets it apart from domestic markets like Shanghai and Shenzhen

China

As fourth plenum looms, China braces for a major Central Committee shake-up

Reshuffle expected this month at top Communist Party body as more senior officials are sidelined by corruption investigations

Nation

Malaysia must ensure Asean Summit delivers tangible impact, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia, as the chair of the 47th Asean Summit next week, must ensure that every discussion yields tangible impact, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Technology

Amazon to hire 250,000 workers during holiday season for third straight year

(Reuters) -Amazon said it plans to hire 250,000 workers for the holiday season across its fulfillment and transportation networks in the U.S., the same number as the last two years, as the e-commerce behemoth prepares for a surge in orders.

Nation

IPTs urged to take steps to curb spread of influenza, says Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: The Higher Education Ministry has reminded all higher education institutions (IPT) to take necessary steps to prevent the possible spread of influenza among students, says Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir.

Nation

Control post set up to coordinate SAR ops after car plunges into river near Muar

MUAR: A control post has been set up to coordinate a search and rescue (SAR) operation after a car reportedly plunged into a river near Pekan Panchor here on Monda (Oct 13) afternoon.

Technology

Factbox-From OpenAI to Meta, firms channel billions into AI infrastructure as demand booms

(Reuters) -OpenAI has partnered with Broadcom to produce its first in-house artificial intelligence processors, the latest tie-up for the world's most valuable startup for computing power amid surging demand for its services.

Cricket

Cricket-Campbell's chaos-and-class show fuels Windies fightback v India

NEW DELHI (Reuters) -A freak dismissal, a maiden test hundred, and a rueful shake of the head after a miscalculation - West Indies opener John Campbell went through a whole range of emotions in the space of two innings in the ongoing second test against India.

Entertainment

HK star Natalis Chan defends Gigi Yim's decision to leave TVB: 'Who relies on TVB anymore?'

The 74-year-old says times have changed, and there are now many other avenues to earn a living beyond relying on TVB.

AseanPlus News

Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Monday (Oct 13, 2024)

Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Monday (Oct 13, 2024)

AseanPlus News

Taiwan’s Eva Air launches probe over death of flight attendant who fell ill mid-flight

Taiwanese airline Eva Air is investigating reports that an inflight supervisor allegedly ignored the condition of a flight stewardess who became seriously ill during a flight and subsequently died, according to media reports.

India

India close in on Test series sweep despite West Indies fightback

India closed in on a 2-0 series sweep in the second Test despite some spirited West Indies batting led by centuries from John Campbell and Shai Hope on Monday.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah polls: Only natural for Sabah Pakatan to support Sabah BN, says Bung

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Barisan Nasional expects the support of Pakatan Harapan in seats they are contesting against GRS candidates.

Myanmar

A Myanmar town lies in shambles as both sides in civil war vie for control

Ten days after it was recapturedby Myanmar's military government, the town of Kyaukme stands eerily silent. Schools have reopened but the town's once-busy market is mostly empty. Vendors at some stalls closed them at the sight of visiting journalists, visibly nervous.

Cambodia

Malaysia DPM Ahmad Zahid's visit to Cambodia is to build confidence between the two countries

Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's visit is expected to play a key role in further strengthening diplomatic ties between Malaysia and Cambodia.

Singapore

Three years’ jail for man who fatally punched another man outside Balestier Point

Muhammad Amiruddin Sabtu, 27, was sentenced to 36 months' jail for punching R Dehven, 34, during a bar brawl, leading to Dehven's death from head injuries.

Nation

Over 10 smuggling locations in Pantai Geting identified as hotspots, says Kelantan MMEA

TUMPAT: More than 10 locations along the coast of Pantai Geting here have been identified as hotspots for smuggling activities, especially involving illegal immigrants and contraband cigarettes.

Indonesia

Indonesia weighs transforming Bali into a regional financial hub

Indonesia is planning to create a financial hub in tourist hotspot Bali as it seeks to boost its lagging economy by attracting international banks, asset managers and private equity firms, according to people familiar with the matter.

World

Palestinians cheer as freed prisoners begin to arrive home under ceasefire deal

RAMALLAH/CAIRO (Reuters): Joyous Palestinians rushed to embrace prisoners freed under a US-brokered ceasefire agreement as they arrived by bus in the occupied West Bank and Gaza on Monday (Oct 13).

AseanPlus News

Thailand's Princess Sirivannavari designs gown for Mariah Carey’s Bangkok concert

Mariah Carey wore a custom magenta-pink gown crafted from Thai silk,designed by Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya for the finale of her "The Celebration of MIMI" concert in Bangkok.