Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Wednesday (March 18, 2026).

News that some Iranian soccer players have defected after their team was knocked out of the Asian Cup in Australia this week ...

Japan has kept its perfect defensive record intact to reach the quarterfinals of the Women’s Asian Cup without conceding a ...

India must beat Chinese Taipei in their final Group C match in Sydney to keep quarter-final hopes alive, with the Blue ...

When the big stage called, Sanju Samson answered like a man possessed. In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, Samson delivered a knockout innings of 89 off 46 balls, turning ...

Manchester United midfielder Hinata Miyazawa scored a hat trick as Japan routed India 11-0 to reach the quarterfinals of the ...

Take a look at the All-time head-to-head record in AFC Women's Asian Cup between India and Japan women's national teams, as ...

Japan has opened Group C at the Women’s Asian Cup with a 2-0 win over Taiwan after wearing down a stubborn defense in intense ...

We've been here before: Sam Kerr, an Australian icon, on the verge of a home tournament -- and all the expectations that come ...

The Women's Asian Cup in Australia provides a chance for the Matildas and visiting nations to create history, bring attention to their countries like never before, and seek respect and investment. But ...

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In 2021, Vietnam’s public security minister was caught on camera being hand-fed a gold-encrusted steak by celebrity chef Salt Bae in London. The video went viral, stoking public outrage and loud ...