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Singaporean molester sentenced to two years of jail

Indonesia sentences elderly Australian to 15-yrs in jail for series of child sex offences in Bali

Robert Andrew Fiddes Ellis (70) has been accused of molesting at least 11 minor girls over a period of two years.

Oct 25, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Saudi Arabia: Two policemen shot dead in Shiite majority Dammam

The policemen came under "heavy fire from an unknown source" the state news agency said.

Oct 25, 2016

By Jacob J

SHOCKING: Singapore man charged for killing five-year-old son in gruesome manner

The victim had three siblings who are now kept in alternative care by Child Protective Service

Oct 25, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore crime

Malaysia: ICU patients among six dead in Johor Baru hospital fire

Among the dead were four females, all of whom were believed to be patients.

Oct 25, 2016

By Jacob J

Malaysia: Toxic solvent dumped into Sungai Buah; No water supply for 320,000 consumers

A 20m bund has been built across Sungai Buah by the authorities to prevent the toxic water from spreading farther

Oct 25, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Govt to launch smart meter trial for electricity, water and gas

Singapore to launch smart meter trial for electricity, water and gas

Officials claim the new trial smart solutions would help in reading all three meters remotely, reliably and cost-effectively.

Oct 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore President Tony Tan pays respects to Thailand's late King Bhumibol

Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej breathed his last on 13 October.

Oct 24, 2016

By Bihu Ray

At least 3 killed in India-Pakistan cross-border firing

Shelling at India-Pakistan border in Kashmir kills 3 including Indian soldier

Indian military says the shelling occurred in the Pura, Pargwal and Kanachak sectors.

Oct 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Wanchai Murder: British banker pleads not guilty to killing migrant domestic workers

Rurik Jutting was accused of killing two Indonesian women, Sumarti Ningsih (23) and Seneng Mujiasih (29) in Hong Kong

Oct 24, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia will not legalise online gambling; warns against registering in Singapore

Police probing boot camp incident in which school girls were made to wade through pit with a snake.

Oct 24, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippines says China will be 'loser' unless it recognises South China Sea ruling

Senior US diplomat in Manila seeking clarifications over 'separation' threat

Officials will also discuss the overall bilateral relations between the two allies.

Oct 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

AirAsia alerts public on online scam claiming to give free flight tickets

AirAsia offers up to 50% discount on flights: Check details

The passengers travelling long-haul can avail the discounts while purchasing the award-winning Premium Flatbed products of AirAsia X.

Oct 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Black magic ritual kills 3 infants in Myanmar

Police say the "exorcist" has been charged with murder, grievous bodily harm and hiding a dead body.

Oct 23, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Hong Kong to host annual culinary festival, food and drinks from 26 countries main attraction

The Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival 2016 will host more than 410 wine and food stalls brought from more than 26 countries.

Oct 23, 2016

By Bihu Ray

1 dead, 3 injured by two explosions in Japan park

Japan: Explosion kills 1, injures 3 injured at Utsunomiya park

Authorities say the cause of the explosions was not immediately clear.

Oct 23, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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