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Philippines launches offensive in hope of recapturing Marawi by weekend festival

The offensive came amid worry that rebel reinforcements could arrive in the city after Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Jun 20, 2017

By Reuters

Hari Raya Puasa 2017: Best messages to share with your near and dear ones

This year, Eid al-Fitr, known in Singapore as Hari Raya Puasa, is expected to be on 25 June, depending on the sighting of the new moon.

Jun 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore launches shuttle bus service between Changi Airport, Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal

Singapore: SBS Transit extends train, bus hours for eve of Hari Raya Puasa

The operating hours for 19 selected bus services will also be extended at their respective bus interchanges.

Jun 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore's third bus operator, Tower Transit launches its first 9 services

Singapore's National servicemen to get free travel on buses, trains on Jun 30

The NS50 Free Travel Day will be effective from the start of the public bus and train service on Jun 30 to the last bus and train service.

Jun 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: Displaced civilians begin eating boxes, leaves due to food shortage

The Filipino military continues to launch airstrikes and artillery shells on rebels positions and it claims there are at least hundred militants left in Marawi City.

Jun 19, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Militants kill 19 civilians in southern Philippines

Despite US presence, Filipino military reminds: 'We are a sovereign nation'

Padilla made the response when asked by a local reporter about the role of US troops in the battle zone in Marawi

Jun 19, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Duterte takes full responsibility for consequences of martial law in Philippines

Duterte resurfaces after rest, says Islamist insurgency has deep roots

Duterte says the presence of fighters from the Middle East had made it a brutal conflict.

Jun 18, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Bodies of missing sailors found in flooded compartments of US destroyer

The Japan media said all seven of the sailors who had been reported missing were found dead.

Jun 18, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Millions of devotees in Philippines join Black Nazarene procession

Maoist rebels raid police station in Central Philippines

Police reported that there were no casualties reported since the police did not fight back.

Jun 18, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Philippine troops rescue Filipino ship captain abducted by militants

Philippine troops rescue Vietnamese sailor held by Abu Sayyaf

Vo was seized last November along with five other Vietnamese crew members of a vessel that was boarded by the militants off Sibago island.

Jun 18, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: Security forces arrest Abu Sayyaf Chief Leader's close aide

Based on the military intelligence reports, the detainee is one of the bomb experts of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG)

Jun 18, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Father's Day 2017: Top 10 songs to share with your dad

On the occasion, IBTimes Singapore has hand-picked up top ten songs to share with your dad on this Father's Day 2017.

Jun 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Space farming: China plans to grow potatoes on moon in 2018

The potatoes will be sealed in a small cylinder that is referred to as a mini-ecosystem, along with silkworm larvae.

Jun 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Nasa

Singapore: SCDF rescues 11 people in flash flood

Singapore can expect more rainy days in second half of June, says Met Service

The authorities expect wide-spread thundery showers with occasional gusty winds Between the pre-dawn hours and morning on one or two days.

Jun 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Free early morning MRT rides extended to June 2017

Singapore: Man arrested for leaving unattended bags at Aljunied MRT station

The police said investigations are going on. If convicted, the man might be fined up to S$1,000.

Jun 17, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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