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Singapore: URA reduces minimum rental period for private homes to 3 months

URA says that this move comes amid growing demand from groups seeking accommodation for periods of between three to six months.

Jun 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China's President Xi inspects 'hard-working comrades' at Hong Kong's massive military parade

As a part of his landmark visit to the politically divided country, Xi inspected more than 3,000 People's Liberation Army (PLA) troops.

Jun 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: National servicemen to get discounts at 160 hawker stalls, shops from July

The national servicemen will have to show their 11B identification card or wear their uniforms in order to avail those discounts.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine troops rescue Filipino ship captain abducted by militants

Philippines: Peace talks with Moro rebels continue despite extremism 'virus'

Filipino Peace Presidential Adviser Jesus Dureza said that extremism is like a "virus" that needs to be addressed openly.

Jun 29, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Universal Studios Singapore ranked top amusement park in Asia: Tripadvisor

Universal Studios Singapore named best amusement park in Asia

The park ranked 17th worldwide in the 2017 Travellers' Choice awards for amusement parks.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines aims to be among top 20 business destinations by 2020: Trade minister

The trade minister says that the target to make the Philippines a top business destination will be possible if streamlining of business processes and automation is made a priority.

Jun 29, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

In Pictures: Life at evacuation centres in Marawi City, Philippines

In this gallery, IBTimes Singapore has compiled a series of heart-breaking images from the evacuation centres.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand arrests 4 suspects for catching rare giant freshwater stingrays

The provincial regulations forbid catching the fish unless it is for research purposes.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Philippines: Officials recover 17 bodies of executed civilians in Marawi City

The authorities warn that death toll could spike as a result of the clashes between govt troops and the militants.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thousands flee amidst military claim of stability in Philippines

Philippines: Government to organize 30 prosecutors to handle trials of Marawi rebels

Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre says the 30 prosecutors will be assigned in two panels with 15 prosecutors each for the speedy resolution of the case.

Jun 28, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Overcrowded evacuation centers worries Philippine government

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported that the number of evacuees registered have ballooned to 80,000 families and still growing.

Jun 28, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

More than 1.5 million Singaporeans to receive GST vouchers in 2017

According to the Ministry of Finance, about 1.37 million Singaporeans will receive up to $500 in GSTV– Cash in 2017.

Jun 28, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

New U.S. ambassador to China says North Korea a top priority

Trump growing frustrated with China, weighs trade steps: officials

US President Donald Trump is now considering possible trade actions against Beijing.

Jun 28, 2017

By Reuters

Hundreds flee Philippines city of Marawi amid Islamist attacks

Philippines: Muslim community distributes identification card to avoid mix up with militants

Batangas Muslim Community Leader, Junaid Mangandari, said that the ID distribution will serve as identification purposes.

Jun 27, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

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

Maute militants want MILF to intervene to end conflict in Philippines

The MILF is the largest revolutionary organisation in the Philippine with approximately 10,000 armed fighters who struck a peace deal with the Philippine government in 2014.

Jun 27, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

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