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Singapore stages biggest security drill as Isis terror threat rises across region

The home minister said earlier this year the threat of a terror attack reached the highest level in decades.

Oct 18, 2016

By Jacob J

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

Ongoing tussle between life and death amid Philippines drug war [PHOTOS]

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte say innocent people and children killed in his drug war are "collateral damage".

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Promotion without pay rise is the trend with Singapore companies - Report

A study revealed that it is only 17 per cent of all Singaporean companies which provide a pay rise with a promotion.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia: 3-yr-old battling for life after fall from escalator

The child in critical condition is being treated at the intensive care unit of the Penang Hospital.

Oct 17, 2016

By Jacob J

Innocent people and children killed in Philippines drug war are 'collateral damage', says Duterte

Children killed in drug war are collateral damage says Philippines' Duterte

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte says police can kill hundreds of civilians without criminal liability.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Marigold HL milk recall: No impact on Singapore says local manufacturer

Malaysia Milk withdrew Marigold HL milk products the market after receiving negative feedback from customers.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

At least 14 dead, scores missing in Myanmar ferry sinking

Myanmar ferry sinks: More than 100 feared dead, 32 bodies recovered from Chindwin River

Authorities say a total of 154 people have been rescued but they fear the death toll could reach 100.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia launches probe after pictures of people posing with dead tiger go viral

In Malaysia, it is illegal to kill them unless it is a life-threatening situation.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore-flagged vessel detained by Indonesian navy for smuggling goods

Indonesian navy detains Singapore vessel for smuggling goods in Batam waterway

The LCT Emperor was allegedly used for smuggling used television sets, refrigerators and other household items on Sunday.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

At least 21 die in massive floods in central Vietnam; alert issued for typhoon Sarika

The authorities say Typhoon Sarika is expected to hit the Quang Binh province by Wednesday.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indonesia: Bridge collapse in Bali kills at least 9

Rescue operation came to a halt at night due to low light conditions.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Pakistan is 'mother-ship of terrorism', says Indian PM Narendra Modi at BRICS summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a fresh attack on Pakistan at 2016 BRICS summit on Sunday.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippine Abu Sayyaf militants 'hungry' for caliphate, says Duterte

Philippines: President Duterte promises to raise Hague ruling during Beijing visit

However, Duterte said that there would be no "hard imposition" of it.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Three South Koreans found shot dead in Philippines amid string of killings

Singapore: Elderly woman dies in road accident near busy street junction

The accident happened at the junction of Choa Chu Kang Street 51 and Choa Chu Kang North 5

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 starts smoking on board, prompting evacuation of US plane

Singapore Airlines bans Samsung Galaxy Note7 onboard, Qantas follows suit

The ban will be in effect from 12am on 16 October.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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