Asia Pacific

Philippines: Islamic State representative injured, 15 militants killed in air strikes

According to officials Abdullah might have died due to lack of medical attention following strikes.

Jan 29, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Pet chickens not allowed in HDB flats in Year of the Rooster

However, AVA said private flat owners can keep the bird, provided they adhere to certain rules.

Jan 29, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Chinese New Year 2017: Celebrations across the globe [PHOTOS]

Chinese New Year 2017: Traditional dragon dance, lion dance, firecrackers and much more [PHOTOS]

The celebrations for the Chinese New Year will last until February 15.

Jan 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore police arrest man over death of mother, daughter on Chinese New Year

A 39-year-old woman and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead at Woodlands Drive 52.

Jan 29, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore crime

Malaysian crowned as Miss Transsexual Australia 2017

Transsexual Australia was founded in 2009 and it is the biggest beauty pageant in Australia.

Jan 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Boat carrying 28 Chinese tourists goes missing off Malaysia

The tourist boat sailed out from Tanjung Aru to Pulau Mengalum at 9 am on Saturday.

Jan 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Dead body fished out of water at Changi Beach

Police have ordered a probe into the matter and are questioning people on the beach.

Jan 29, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia: Man arrested for plan to spray paint Hindu women during Thaipusam

The group publicly discussed their intentions to paint women's bodies during the Thaipusam festival.

Jan 28, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Facebook

Malaysia Airlines releases 'heart-warming' video ahead of Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year 2017: Malaysia Airlines advertising video wins hearts in China

The video titled "A truly Malaysian greeting" has received more than 750,000 views and more than 12,000 shares online.

Jan 27, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Facebook

Singapore: NEA forecasts heavy rainfall during Chinese New Year weekend

Chinese New Year 2017: NEA forecasts heavy rainfall this weekend in Singapore

The authorities expect the weather conditions to improve gradually on Sunday.

Jan 27, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China date-for-hire: Girlfriend hiring becomes instant hit around Lunar New Year

Single people hire dates online so that they can introduce them to parents as well have a companion.

Jan 27, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Islamic State leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan killed in US strike

Philippines says terror cells have closer links with Islamic State group

The authorities claim a Abu Sayyaf militant group leader is trying to spread into new areas of the Philippines.

Jan 27, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia gives death sentence to Myanmar vendor for trading cannabis

The accused was arrested for trafficking 1.98kg of cannabis

Jan 27, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore police arrest 95 'loan sharks' in countrywide raids

The people were arrested for giving false contacts and facilitating the illegal moneylending activities.

Jan 26, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia: Prisoner handed 9 more years for gay sex with cellmate days before release

The convict was already in jail for stealing a car and only two weeks were left.

Jan 26, 2017

By Bihu Ray

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