A six-year-old Chinese girl has set a new women's world record for solving a 3x3 Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds, state media reported.

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State government cannot follow Yang di-Pertuan Besar's command only when it suits them.

'Govt must give consistent, unambiguous and administratively enforceable explanations.'

For those about to rock, Bốc Fest salutes you! Eleven artists and bands, from rock veterans Bức Tường and Hải Bột to younger acts like RHYDER, The Flob and Lexxy, brought different musical styles together at Gia Lâm Train Factory. Specially staged collaborations made the first edition a unique cross-generational rock experience for younger audiences.

Hà Nội's Hàng Mã Street has transformed into a bustling pedestrian market ahead of the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival. From traditional papier-mâché masks to a sea of illuminated lanterns, swipe through to experience the capital's most vibrant autumn nights.

Indonesia plans to press ahead with discounted Russian crude oil imports to secure domestic energy supplies and manage fiscal pressures, despite the risk of higher US tariffs as Washington moves to tighten economic pressure on Moscow. On Friday, US President Donald Trump signed into law an act that would give him authority to impose sanctions on Russia and slap tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the top five buyers of Russian crude oil, gas and military equipment, or countries that help Moscow...

UPDATED 6.53PM | The two officials had refused to implement a proclamation replacing the state ruler.

UPDATED 7.18PM | 'Intimidation' allegation as accounts frozen, barred from travel.

The third son of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has said he wants to return home for urgent brain surgery. Chakriwat “Than Aong” Vivacharawongse posted a video on social media on Monday saying he had two large brain tumours requiring surgery. The 43-year-old doctor said he wanted to receive treatment in Thailand. “I want to return to Thailand for treatment because Thai doctors are highly capable,” he said in the video. Chakriwat said he did not have enough money to pay for the surgery in...

Many localities have recently launched activities to preserve festivals, promote traditional arts, renew cultural and arts education, and expand creative spaces, bringing culture closer to the public in line with the Politburo’s Resolution N80. By remaining relevant to contemporary life, traditional cultural values are being preserved and promoted.

Indonesia’s bid for another term on the United Nations’ premier security body stands a good chance of success given Jakarta’s growing global engagement, analysts say, but its balancing act between competing powers could complicate efforts to speak for the Global South. Jakarta’s Foreign Ministry said on Thursday that it would launch its campaign this week for a fifth term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2029–2030. The ministry said it was seeking the seat to...

Authorities in the Malaysian state of Sabah have ordered an investigation into security lapses at a resort where a Chinese tourist was allegedly molested by an intruder.

Duo, several MPs among 37 organisations and 385 individuals who signed a joint statement.

Police say the suspects have since been released on bail.

A new destination on the Trà Cổ coastline, the resort aims to provide a five-star vacation experience, catering to the diverse needs of various guest segments – including families, tour groups and business travellers – as well as hosting MICE programmes and events.

This paves the way for the state’s 16th election.

Judge rules TNB was negligent, breached statutory duty under Electricity Supply Act 1990.

Cambodia is set to present the outcome of its crackdown on scams to global governments and security agencies gathering in Phnom Penh this week. Yet questions remain over where the missing billions have gone – as well as the role of the country’s elite, who for many years denied the problem existed at all on Cambodian soil. Scam compounds took over declining mega-casinos during the pandemic. As borders closed, gamblers were replaced with scam workers: many tricked, trafficked and forced to commit...

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Believing that a lorry driver in the same neighbourhood had punctured his tyres, a private-hire driver twice left urine and faeces outside his neighbour’s flat in Singapore. Martin Chua Kim Soon, a 67-year-old Singaporean, was fined S$5,000 (US$3,920) by a court on Tuesday. He paid the fine in full after pleading guilty to two counts of insulting behaviour under the Protection from Harassment Act. The court heard that Chua was a private-hire driver with Tada at the time of the offences and lived...

State police HQ is monitoring 7 stations amid efforts to curb drug abuse, trafficking.

Miti clarifies it has 'no info' on such policy as it's under Economy Ministry.

They are carrying out scheduled duties, still have access to offices, adds MB's press sec.

OpenAI announced earlier this month that its AI had solved the Navier-Stokes problem, but a New York University mathematician says the company raced to the answer after learning of his work.

The Living Exhibition opened in Ho Chi Minh City on Sept. 21, featuring more than 25 projects by over 75 artists, photographers and designers from Vietnam and more than 20 other countries.

PM shares an old photo of himself speaking to his family through the phone in prison.

Around 600 overseas Vietnamese of various generations and German friends gathered at the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival recently organised by the Vietnamese People Association in Dresden, creating a festive event imbued with traditional cultural values and community spirit.

Malaysia’s Sabah state has ordered a full investigation into the Semporna resort where a female tourist from China was allegedly molested and assaulted inside her room by an intruder early last Saturday. State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Jafry Ariffin said he instructed tourism authorities and enforcement agencies to investigate the security lapses that led to the incident and the resort’s licensing status. “I have instructed the relevant tourism authorities to immediately look...

Vietnam's Party General Secretary and President To Lam met with Professor Sarah Anne Soule, Dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business at Stanford University, in New York on Sept. 21, proposing that the school cooperate with Vietnam in leadership development, AI and innovation, and research partnerships.