Banking & FintechMalaysia
MediAsas to launch in January 2027 with medical cover for Malaysia’s M40
The plan will offer two insurance and takaful options, with protection available for individuals aged up to 85, according to the Ministry of Finance.
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- Trade & PolicyVietnam
Vietnam signs trade agreement with four European countries outside EU
The pact lowers or removes customs duties on goods, with industrial products, fish and agricultural imports among those covered.
Filipino players pursue GM and WGM titles at ASEAN chess championships
The Philippines will host the seventh edition in Misamis Occidental from November 2-10, with two more international tournaments to follow.
- EconomyThailand
Thailand pays ฿5.2 billion in flood aid, seeks additional funding
The DDPM plans to request another ฿10.5 billion from the Cabinet on October 20 to continue payments to eligible households.
- TravelIndonesia
Indonesia calls for passenger support after Riyadh airport closure
Airlines were urged to provide timely updates and assistance, while Garuda Indonesia and Saudia Airlines continue direct services between the two countries.
- More SportsMalaysia
Four Malaysian women advance in IBF World Cup singles
Defending champion Natasha Roslan joins three compatriots in the knockouts, but their draw means Malaysia cannot have two finalists.
- Music & ConcertsMalaysia
Siti Nurhaliza concert draws 63,000 despite rain in Bukit Jalil
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim congratulated the singer and production team, saying spectators stayed until the performance ended.
- EV & MobilityMalaysia
Tesla adds V2L power support and larger screen to Model 3 in Malaysia
Prices remain unchanged, while a separate RM350 adapter will allow owners to power external equipment from the car’s battery.
- BadmintonMalaysia
Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim win Malaysia's first world junior women's doubles gold
The second seeds defeated Japan's Nijika Kamata and Shizuku Kashio in three games, ending Zi Yu's run of two consecutive runner-up finishes.
- Banking & FintechIndonesia
Payment choices linked to abandoned online purchases in Indonesia
A Xendit and Cube survey found that 51% of Indonesian respondents had abandoned an online purchase, with unavailable preferred payment methods the leading reason.
