Asia Pacific

Philippine militants threaten hostages in video warning

Philippines: Abu Sayyaf leader Sahiron plans to surrender, says he is too old

The US State Department has offered a reward of up to US$1 million (S$1.4 million) for any information leading to Sahiron's arrest.

Apr 16, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

North Korea displays new missiles at parade

North Korean missile fails on test launch day after grand military parade

Officials say there was a high degree of confidence that it was not an intercontinental ballistic missile.

Apr 16, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

N. Korea displays new missiles at military parade as US carrier group approaches peninsula

This move comes after a nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier group steamed towards the region.

Apr 15, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Yusof Ishak Mosque opens in Woodlands: Know more about its unique architecture, features

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Yaacob Ibrahim and other delegates graced the opening ceremony.

Apr 15, 2017

By Bihu Ray

36-year-old man dies unnatural death in Sembawang

Dead body of Chinese man found in Singapore River; police investigating unnatural death

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) says the paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene.

Apr 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Counterfeit mobile phones, parts worth S$1.5m seized from syndicate

Singapore: Police seize counterfeit mobile phones, parts worth S$1.5m from syndicate

If convicted of falsely applying a registered trademark to goods, the suspects may be fined up to S$100,000, jailed for up to five years, or both.

Apr 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Songkran water festival 2017: Thailand celebrates unique new year festival with much joy

In this gallery, IBTimes Singapore brings you a glimpse of the Songkran water festival in Thailand.

Apr 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Happy Vishu 2017: Singapore celebrates the festival with Vishu Kani and Sadhya

IBTimes Singapore has compiled some of the best wishes you can share with families and friends.

Apr 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

7 Indonesians killed, 21 remain missing in Johor boat accident

At least 11 killed in two Indonesian boat accidents, 5 still missing

The authorities say that due to poor safety standards boat accidents are quite frequent in the country.

Apr 13, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Taiwan becomes first Asian country to ban dog and cat meat

The bill has increased the penalty for killing or abusing animals, hiking the jail term to a minimum of two years and a strict fine of Tw$2 million.

Apr 13, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines' President Duterte cancels visit to disputed South China Sea island after China's warning

Duterte says Beijing warned him that "there will likely be trouble" if every head of state of contending parties go to the disputed islands and plant flags.

Apr 13, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Mount Sinabung volcano in fresh eruptions in Indonesia

Authorities say clouds of smoke from the molten lava covered the sky above a school in North Sumatra province.

Apr 12, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Easter Sunday 2017: Top 10 quotes and messages to share with loved ones

To make this Easter Sunday 2017 more memorable, IBTimes Singapore brings you the best collection of Easter Day quotes.

Apr 12, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Palm Sunday 2017: Christians across the globe celebrate the beginning of Holy Week [PHOTOS]

IBTimes Singapore brings you a series of images showing the celebration of Palm Sunday around the world.

Apr 12, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan plans joint drills with US in show of force in Korean peninsula

Japan plans joint drills with US navy in show of force against North Korea

A US naval strike force that was led by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson left Singapore for the peninsula last Saturday.

Apr 12, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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