Asia Pacific

Singapore reaffirms commitment to Paris climate agreement after US plans to withdraw

Singapore reaffirms commitment to Paris climate pact after US withdraws

The authorities say that Singapore will continue contributing to the global effort to address climate change.

Jun 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

PM Lee congratulates US President-elect Trump amidst mixed reactions

Singapore: PM Lee orders to revise registers of electors by Jul 31

This comes after applications for the 2017 Presidential Election certificates were opened on Thursday.

Jun 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore launches shuttle bus service between Changi Airport, Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal

The service is a joint initiative between Changi Airport Group (CAG) and the Singapore Cruise Centre (SCC).

Jun 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Temasek offers to buy SMRT private for $1.18 billion

20 more locations to have noise barriers along MRT tracks in Singapore

The authorities say that the on-site installation is expected to begin from mid-2018 and will be completed by 2020.

Jun 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: At least 36 dead in attack on casino Resorts World Manila

Police said the unidentified gunman had killed himself after firing at armed officers searching the still-smoking Resorts World Manila entertainment complex.

Jun 2, 2017

By Reuters

Fiber-rich diet could lower risk of painful osteoarthritis

Fiber-rich diet helps in lowering risk of painful osteoarthritis: Study

Fibrous food can also help in enhancing bowel movement, weight management and lowering blood cholesterol.

Jun 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Asia's Got Talent extends online audition dates till June 8

The organisers say the entries far have been quite promising and they believe that there is more talent yet to be discovered.

Jun 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

11 Philippine govt soldiers killed in military air strike on Marawi militants

This comes after Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte warned the people that he will be harsh in enforcing the martial law.

Jun 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Lorry accident at Tuas Checkpoint kills 1, injures 2

Singapore: Traffic Police officer dies in accident along Serangoon Road

The police have arrested the 52-year-old driver of the vehicle involved in the accident for a negligent act causing death.

Jun 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

BI, Public Works Ministry to roll out electronic tolls in October

The partnership entails a non-cash payment system on toll roads while establishing an electronic toll collection consortium to manage the system.

Jun 1, 2017

By Ushar Daniele

"Philippines will be safest place for journalist": Government

The authorities say their mandate is to prevent any form of harm that will threaten journalist physically, emotionally or psychologically.

May 31, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Singapore economy expands by 1.8 per cent in Quarter 1

More private firms turn unprofitable, pulling down wage hikes, says MOM

Amongst the private firms with low-wage employees earning a monthly basic wage of up to $1,100, only 2 in 5 granted wage increases.

May 31, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

Philippines wants to lease government-owned land to companies

Agricuture minister Emmanuel Pinol says he would submit the proposal to the president for approval of the proposed program called Bantay Kagubatan Program.

May 31, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

1MDB Probe: Malaysia's central bank lodges police report against Wall Street Journal

Positive outlook for Malaysia's US$96.1 billion international reserves

The detailed breakdown of international reserves showed positive information on the size, composition, and usability of the reserves and other foreign currency assets.

May 31, 2017

By Ushar Daniele

SIA's SilkAir to launch direct flight service to Hiroshima

The direct flights will be operated with the airlines' fleet of Boeing 737-800 aircraft, which has Business and Economy class cabins.

May 31, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

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