Published: 12:15pm, 14 Oct 2025Updated: 12:47pm, 14 Oct 2025
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. ‘Dirtiest town in Asia’: Malaysian MP told to clean up act after viral backlash
A lawmaker representing a Malaysian tourist town on the island of Borneo has come under fire after a viral video labelled it “Asia’s dirtiest town”, prompting condemnation from the public and fellow politicians.
2. ‘I’m scared he’ll snap’: Singapore’s high-rise noisy neighbour feuds turn deadly
A fatal dispute, reportedly over noise, has sparked a debate on the existing rules and enforcement measures for community dispute resolution.
3. First booze, now beef? Malaysia called to extend menu ban at government events
