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American restaurant chain Chipotle to open first Southeast Asian store

American restaurant chain Chipotle to open first Southeast Asian store

American fast-casual chain Chipotle will enter Singapore next year with a restaurant at Jewel Changi Airport, its first outlet in Southeast Asia.
Vietnam set to overtake Southeast Asia's largest economy in GDP per capita this year

Vietnam set to overtake Southeast Asia's largest economy in GDP per capita this year

More than 1 in 10 Malaysian men borrow money to pay for dates: survey

More than 1 in 10 Malaysian men borrow money to pay for dates: survey

Teen livestreams alleged axe attack on teacher with phone strapped to his head

Teen livestreams alleged axe attack on teacher with phone strapped to his head

Malaysian police have arrested a 16-year-old student who allegedly attacked a teacher with an axe at a private school in Kuching, Sarawak, while livestreaming on Facebook.
October 23, 2026 | 08:00 pm PT
Court orders Malaysia to return 176 bitcoins to 9 crypto scam victims

Court orders Malaysia to return 176 bitcoins to 9 crypto scam victims

The High Court in Kuala Lumpur has ordered the Malaysian government to return about 176 bitcoin, now worth around US$14.3 million, to nine victims of a cryptocurrency investment scam.
October 20, 2026 | 07:47 pm PT
Southeast Asia claims 5 spots in world's 50 Best Bars list

Southeast Asia claims 5 spots in world's 50 Best Bars list

Southeast Asia has five of the world's 50 Best Bars in 2026, according to one ranking.
October 17, 2026 | 06:00 pm PT
Hidden spy chip turns up in crypto wallet bought in Singapore, triggers investigation across 7 Asian markets

Hidden spy chip turns up in crypto wallet bought in Singapore, triggers investigation across 7 Asian markets

A Ledger crypto wallet bought at Singapore's Changi Airport contained a hidden spy implant, former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès said on Oct. 13 after taking the device apart.
October 16, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
With no money, Indian tourist sleeps inside pagoda during Thailand trip instead of renting hotel

With no money, Indian tourist sleeps inside pagoda during Thailand trip instead of renting hotel

An Indian YouTuber attempting to travel across Thailand without any money was asked to leave a Buddhist temple after trying to camp there overnight, sparking backlash online.
October 13, 2026 | 07:25 pm PT
Vietnam finishes 5th in Southeast Asia at 2026 Asian Games

Vietnam finishes 5th in Southeast Asia at 2026 Asian Games

Vietnam ranked fifth among Southeast Asian nations at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, missing its minimum target of four gold medals as several Olympic sports went without a medal.
October 4, 2026 | 01:28 am PT
Southeast Asia's most visited country diversifies products to attract tourists

Southeast Asia's most visited country diversifies products to attract tourists

Tourism Malaysia recently launched three tourism offerings featuring 118 experience-based packages and itineraries aimed at expanding domestic and international tourism options, according to the Bernama.
September 29, 2026 | 06:10 pm PT
Thousands sleep in schools as floods hit 52,000 homes in Bangkok

Thousands sleep in schools as floods hit 52,000 homes in Bangkok

Thousands of Bangkok residents awoke in shelters on Sunday after flooding triggered by days of heavy rain in the Thai capital inundated homes and roads, with some starting to dry out their homes and belongings.
September 26, 2026 | 10:08 pm PT
Bangkok declares disaster in all 50 districts after nearly a month's rain in 2 days

Bangkok declares disaster in all 50 districts after nearly a month's rain in 2 days

Bangkok authorities declared on Saturday a disaster across all 50 districts of the Thai capital after continuous rain caused heavy flooding.
September 26, 2026 | 02:09 am PT
Asia's richest country is now super-aged, with more than 1 in 5 citizens 65 or older

Asia's richest country is now super-aged, with more than 1 in 5 citizens 65 or older

Singapore has become a super-aged society, with 21.4% of its citizens aged 65 and older, according to a government report released Friday.
September 25, 2026 | 03:00 pm PT
Carlos Yulo wins first Asian Games gold to complete his collection of major titles

Carlos Yulo wins first Asian Games gold to complete his collection of major titles

Double Olympic champion gymnast Carlos Yulo said he was "overwhelmed" on Thursday after winning Asian Games floor gold in Japan to complete his collection of major titles.
September 24, 2026 | 03:20 pm PT
Southeast Asia has 7 airports in world's top 20 low-cost megahubs

Southeast Asia has 7 airports in world's top 20 low-cost megahubs

Southeast Asia is proving a powerhouse for low-cost air travel, with seven airports making the world's top 20 megahubs, according to British aviation consultancy OAG.
September 23, 2026 | 11:17 pm PT
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