March 13, 2026 – From Inside Asia

More Malaysian scammers target Singapore-based victims to pass cash, gold to ‘mules’

Scam syndicates allegedly from Malaysia are increasingly relying on couriers and physical handovers when targeting victims in Singapore, as tighter banking safeguards make fraudulent...

by Ushar Daniele March 13, 2026

US Politics

US Offers $10 Million Reward and Relocation for Information on Iran’s Supreme Leader, Other Top Officials

The State Department announced on March 13 a reward of up to $10 million and potential relocation to the United States for information on...

by FIA Staff March 13, 2026

World

China single mum starts business with US$100, runs clothing brand earning tens of millions yearly

A young Chinese single mother who started with a street stall and just 700 yuan (US$100) to her name has built a successful nationwide...

by Yating Yang March 13, 2026

World

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees blocked from Oscars by Trump travel ban

Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees said a travel ban imposed by Donald Trump’s administration is preventing him from attending Sunday’s Academy Awards, whose nominees include...

by Reuters March 13, 2026

World

US moves 2,000 Marines from Japan to Middle East as Iran war intensifies

The US military has started moving at least one amphibious assault ship and more than 2,000 Marines from Japan to the Middle East as...

by Kyodo,Associated Press March 13, 2026

World

Purrs of approval for Yau Ma Tei cat mural as community art project draws crowds

On the weathered facade of the Kiu Kong Mansion on Nathan Road, two freshly painted cats now curl into the bustle of Hong Kong’s...

by Fiona Sun March 13, 2026

US Politics

Trump Signs Executive Orders to Boost Housing Supply, Improve Access to Mortgages

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on Friday related to improving home-ownership opportunities for Americans by reducing regulatory burdens and increasing access to mortgage...

by FIA Staff March 13, 2026

US Politics

Trump: Iranians Face ‘Big Hurdle’ in Overthrowing Regime

President Donald Trump said Iranians who wish to overthrow their government face a considerable challenge from the regime, which quashes protesters with violence, calling...

by FIA Staff March 13, 2026