This is the only Asian city in global top 20

VNExpress - Oct 3, 2026

Japan's capital Tokyo is the only Asian city to rank among the world's 20 highest-performing cities in 2026, placing ninth globally in Oxford Economics's Global Cities Index.

Read full article

MORE NEWS

Vietnamese professor cracks 55-year-old math puzzle, inspired by juggling
Oct 2, 2026

Vietnamese professor cracks 55-year-old math puzzle, inspired by juggling

A Vietnamese mathematician and his German colleague have helped resolve a 55-year-old mathematical conjecture, using randomness and techniques inspired by juggling to tackle the problem.

KINIGUIDE | Legal vs medical insanity: What the school stabbing verdict really means
Oct 2, 2026

KINIGUIDE | Legal vs medical insanity: What the school stabbing verdict really means

Experts unpack the legal test, psychiatric evidence, and public misconceptions.

Siblings showcase artworks at Following Father’s Footsteps exhibition
Oct 2, 2026

Siblings showcase artworks at Following Father’s Footsteps exhibition

Artists Nguyễn Hồng Hưng, Mai Trang and Vân Thuyết bring distinct perspectives and styles to their interpretations of the world, showcased in an exhibition Following Father’s Footsteps exhibition opened on October 2 in Hà Nội.

‘America is back’, AI ‘conspiracy’, China’s Laos deal: 7 global relations reads
Oct 2, 2026

‘America is back’, AI ‘conspiracy’, China’s Laos deal: 7 global relations reads

We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering global relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Trump condemns ‘sick conspiracy’ against AI, says he is only guardrail needed US President Donald Trump downplayed growing concerns about artificial intelligence, claiming America already has guardrails to regulate the industry and warning that casting doubt on development only benefits...

SNAPSHOT | S'gor ruler urges leaders to avoid infighting, focus on public welfare
Oct 2, 2026

SNAPSHOT | S'gor ruler urges leaders to avoid infighting, focus on public welfare

What's going on in the news today.

London Symphony Orchestra to perform at Vietnam Airlines Classic - Hanoi Concert
Oct 2, 2026

London Symphony Orchestra to perform at Vietnam Airlines Classic - Hanoi Concert

Taking place on October 2 and 3 at the Hồ Gươm Opera House, the two-night concert marks the return of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) to the capital.

SNAPSHOT | Hadi: PAS open to contest Malacca polls on BN ticket; RTD suspends MyEG, Zetrix AI as collection agents
Oct 2, 2026

SNAPSHOT | Hadi: PAS open to contest Malacca polls on BN ticket; RTD suspends MyEG, Zetrix AI as collection agents

What's going on in the news today.

AirAsia chief mocks Singapore Airlines’ food – and social media hits back
Oct 2, 2026

AirAsia chief mocks Singapore Airlines’ food – and social media hits back

AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has caused a stir online after taking aim at Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) in-flight meals, claiming the food served by the carrier lagged behind his own airline’s offerings. “Just flew with Singapore Airlines, couldn’t get AirAsia, service was great, internet amazing, food was poor, Santan is far far better and crew admitted. Great flight but we are not far off,” Fernandes wrote in a social media post on Thursday, referring to AirAsia’s in-flight dining brand. The...

PAS, Umno give Loke a poke: Quit first, Najib’s prison exit can wait
Oct 2, 2026

PAS, Umno give Loke a poke: Quit first, Najib’s prison exit can wait

Tuan Ibrahim says DAP’s pledge should not hinge on former PM paying RM50m fine.

Why Sabah has Malaysia watching South China Sea tensions more closely
Oct 2, 2026

Why Sabah has Malaysia watching South China Sea tensions more closely

Malaysia’s long-standing strategy of non-alignment amid US-China rivalry in the South China Sea could soon be tested, with the eastern state of Sabah sitting near a potential flashpoint involving Philippine territory. Observers pointed to comments by Malaysian Defence Minister Khaled Nordin, who last week voiced concern that a conflict or “unexpected incident” in the maritime region could spill over into Malaysia. Khaled, who singled out Sabah, added that Malaysia was looking to strengthen its...

Can Indonesia’s new police chief repair the force’s image, commit to reforms?
Oct 2, 2026

Can Indonesia’s new police chief repair the force’s image, commit to reforms?

Indonesia’s new police chief faces a difficult task to balance growing public demands for accountability and independence as the force seeks to repair its image following a series of scandals in recent years. Even as Suyudi Ario Seto, 53, replaced Listyo Sigit Prabowo on Thursday, the government is weighing recommendations to reform the powerful institution, including changes to its work culture and limits on police officers holding public positions outside the force. In addition to appointing...

Book fair opens, bringing new perspective to readers
Oct 2, 2026

Book fair opens, bringing new perspective to readers

The Hà Nội Book Fair 2026 will open on the evening of October 2, offering readers a world of knowledge while bringing them closer to technology applications at the event's 11th edition.

RECOMMENDED

Newsletter

Subscribe to us for more recent news from Top Spot Malaysia

ABOUT US
Top Spot Malaysia

Top Spot Malaysia brings you not only the hottest, but also the hidden spots in Malaysia that you never knew or heard about. We deliver the best information in an entertaining way.

Copyright © 2015 - 2026 Top Spot Malaysia. All Rights Reserved.