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1. Post-Courier journalist Jeffrey Elapa passes on: PM Marape leads tributes Post-Courier · 1 Nov 2026

   Papua New Guinea's media fraternity is mourning the passing of senior Post-Courier journalist Jeffrey Elapa, who died over the weekend after a short illness. To access this post, you must purchase Web , Web – One-Day , Web – 14-Day , Web – One-Month , Web – Three-Month , Web – Six-Month , Web –…

2. Japan sticker craze meets politics as PM Takaichi-themed sets prove hit SPH Media · 1 Nov 2026

   As many as 100 packs of the sticker sets, retailing at 1,320 yen (S$10), were sold per day this summer.

3. The prime slice of coastal Sydney with roads, paths – and almost no homes Nine · 1 Nov 2026

   Australia’s richest property developer has revived plans to build on a beachside block in Little Bay. The mayor says it’s not a “blank canvas for developers”.

4. Lebanese foreign minister urges Gulf states to help restore country's sovereignty Middle East Eye · 1 Nov 2026

   Lebanese foreign minister urges Gulf states to help restore country's sovereignty Lebanon's Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji has called for a complete Israeli withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territories, an end to ongoing attacks and the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701…

5. Tok Mat to lead Malaysia’s delegation to CHOGM 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda Malay Mail · 1 Nov 2026

   PUTRAJAYA, Nov 1 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will lead Malaysia’s delegation to the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2026) and related meetings in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, from November 1 to 4. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry, also known as Wisma…

6. DBKL urges responsible lift use after viral clip shows motorcycle inside PPR elevator (VIDEO) Malay Mail · 1 Nov 2026

   KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 — City Hall (DBKL) has urged residents and delivery riders to treat public housing amenities with care, following a viral video showing an individual riding a motorcycle into a People’s Housing Project (PPR) lift. The closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage, which circulated…

7. HD Hyundai Robotics partners with Palantir on AI solutions Yonhap · 1 Nov 2026

   SEOUL, Nov. 1 (Yonhap) -- HD Hyundai Robotics, a robotics solutions unit of Sout...

8. Why is James Packer testifying at Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial? SBS · 1 Nov 2026

   It's alleged the Australian businessman gifted cigars and champagne to the Israeli politician over a decade ago.

9. New Chinese ambassador Yao Wen outlines four key priorities to deepen Malaysia-China ties Malay Mail · 1 Nov 2026

   SEPANG, Nov 1 — Newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Malaysia Yao Wen has pledged to further strengthen bilateral relations, with greater emphasis on economic cooperation, emerging technologies and people-to-people exchanges. In his written address upon arriving at Kuala Lumpur International…

10. Trump speaks to Netanyahu as US weighs fresh military strikes on Iran: Report The Times of India · 1 Nov 2026

    US President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about military options against Iran while considering diplomatic negotiations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated ongoing talks but stressed the importance of addressing security concerns. Israeli officials have…