Asia Pacific

Johor oil spill: AVA gives green signal to 11 fish farms to resume operations

At least 12 fish farms were affected by the oil spill caused by a vessel collision off Johor.

Jan 21, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore police arrest two women for selling counterfeit luxury goods at Far East Plaza

2 women held for selling Hermes, Louboutin, Valentino and Yves Saint Laurent fakes

900 trademark-infringing items like footwear, clothing, bags, watches, pouches, wallets, belts, scarfs and labels were seized.

Jan 21, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Happy beary Chinese New Year: 23 squirming panda cubs poses for greeting in China

Happy beary Chinese New Year: 23 squirming panda cubs pose for greeting in China

The year 2017 marks the 30th anniversary of the breeding base that has bred 243 giant panda cubs till date.

Jan 20, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia: Serial abuser given death sentence for punching wife to death

During the investigation, it was found out that the victim was being subjected to torture since 2003.

Jan 20, 2017

By Bihu Ray

SBS Transit to open Punggol Point LRT Station on Dec 29

Singapore train, bus service hours to be extended on Chinese New Year Eve; check details here

14 SMRT bus services will operate so that the last train passengers can connect to these bus services.

Jan 20, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia: Fire ravages 8 shops in Cameron Highlands

The cause of fire is still unknown and police are investigating the matter.

Jan 20, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: i Light art installations will return in March 2017, says URA

Singapore: i Light Marina Bay will return in March 2017 says URA

The 2017 edition will introduce a three themed festival hubs for the visitors.

Jan 20, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia: Police officer shoots himself during firearm maintenance

The victim has been identified as Abu Bakar Pander who has been working with the force for about 30 years.

Jan 20, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Car-Free Sunday is back in bigger form

Singapore Car-Free Sunday advanced by a week; to be held on Jan 22

The members of the public are requested to visit the official URA website to find out more about the event.

Jan 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Happy Birthday Basi: World's oldest captive panda turns 37

In 1990, Basi was chosen as the model for Pan Pan, the mascot of the Beijing Asian Games.

Jan 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Sales of new private homes rises in July

Singapore: HDB plans 12,500 houses in Bayshore; strain on resources flagged

Experts believe that the new project will put a strain on transport networks and amenities.

Jan 19, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia's Carey port city a threat to Singapore? Port Klang chief pats aside China funding question

'Singapore building Tuas terminal with 65 mln TEUs while Carey port has maximum of 30 million TEUs'

Jan 19, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Norsyafiq Norman: No clue so far about Singaporean missing in Australia

Queensland police have released a statement seeking information on the 23-year-old missing person.

Jan 19, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Woman seriously injured after crows attack her

SHOCKING: Crow attack leaves Singapore woman seriously injured and bleeding

AVA says the members of the public can call 1800-4761-600 to report crow attacks or crow-related issues.

Jan 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporean dies after accidental shooting at California gun range

Singaporean Lionel Tan shot dead at California gun range; probe on

Lionel Tan's friend creates crowdfunding website to raise funeral funds.

Jan 18, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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