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Singapore: Car-Free Sunday is back in bigger form

Car-Free Sunday back in Singapore with longer dedicated stretch: All you need to know

Roads around the civic district and Central Business District were closed on Sunday between 8 am and 11 am.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Vietnam reports first case of microcephaly likely linked to Zika virus

Authorities say Vietnam has reported nine cases of Zika infections across the country.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporeans celebrate Deepavali at historic Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wishes all who celebrate the Festival of Lights, Happy Diwali.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines All Souls' Day 2016: Filipinos abroad can avail 'virtual cemetery' options

All Souls' Day 2016: Filipinos abroad can use 'virtual cemetery' option

Filipinos will observe All Souls' Day or Undas on November 1.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Happy Deepavali 2016: Best messages to share with your near and dear ones

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Mourners queue outside Bangkok's Grand Palace to pay tribute to Thailand's late King (PHOTOS)

For the first time, Thailand allows public to view King Bhumibol lying in state [PHOTOS]

The authorities say they will allow 10,000 mourners to enter the throne hall everyday but in small batches.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China to unveil its J-20 stealth fighter at Zhuhai Air Show

China eyes closing gap with US with unveiling of J-20 stealth fighter at Zhuhai Air Show

The J-20 would assist in the air force's mission to "safeguard sovereignty and national security".

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore cabinet changes: Ong Ye Kung, Ng Chee Meng promoted to full ministers

Singapore cabinet changes: Ong Ye Kung and Ng Chee Meng promoted

The changes, which are part of leadership renewal, will take effect on November 1.

Oct 28, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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It's Halloween time! Don't miss out on these most popular masks for Halloween in 2016

It's Halloween time! Don't miss out on most popular masks for Halloween in 2016

Halloween is celebrated on 31 October, a day before the Christian feast of All Saints' Day or All Hallows Day.

Oct 28, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia on high alert over Zika case in Singapore

Myanmar confirms pregnant woman infected with Zika virus

Doctors say 17 main hospitals across Myanmar were monitoring birth defects in babies in cooperation with WHO.

Oct 28, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

E-bike accident kills 2 men along West Coast Highway, one injured

E-bike accident involving trailer kills 2 men along West Coast Highway; one injured

Police arrests the 34-year-old trailer driver for causing death by a negligent act.

Oct 28, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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The tussle between life and death amid Philippines drug war (PHOTOS)

Philippine mayor in Duterte's kill list shot dead by anti-drug squad

The slain mayor Samsudin Dimaukom was named in Duterte's kill list of drug operatives.

Oct 28, 2016

By Jacob J

US, Japan and South Korea to pressure Pyongyang over nuclear, missile plans

South Korea plans to restart talks with Japan for signing a General Security of Military Information Agreement.

Oct 27, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Public transport fares to be reduced from Dec 30 due to lower energy prices

As energy prices fall Singapore slashes public transport fares

The Public Transport Council says there is a possibility of a further reduction of 1.5 per cent in 2018.

Oct 27, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Two Singaporean students receive top Commonwealth Essay prizes at Buckingham Palace

Who are Gauri Kumar and Tan Wan Gee, Singapore students who won C'wealth honours?

The Duchess of Cornwall awarded the certificates to both the winners on behalf of Queen Elizabeth.

Oct 27, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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