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Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail into waters near disputed isles

Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail near disputed islands

The Japan foreign ministry says in a statement that the Chinese ships' "incursion" violated Japan's sovereignty.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

7 Indonesians killed, 21 remain missing in Johor boat accident

Indonesia: 10 dead, 5 missing after boat capsizes in mid-ocean

A navy speedboat was still in search of the other five people, who are still missing.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: President Duterte willing to face probe into drug killings

Philippines President Duterte threatens to leave UN after drug war criticism

UN has repeatedly condemned the deaths of the suspected drug dealers and users as a violation of human rights.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China opens world's highest and longest glass bridge for its visitors

The bridge connects two mountain cliffs in China's spectacular Zhangjiajie Mountains in Hunan province.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Typhoon Mindulle, Kompasu to hit Japan back-to-back: JMA

Japan Meteorological Agency has issued flood and landslide alerts as the typhoons are about to make landfall.

Aug 21, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Twenty-two killed, 94 injured in bomb attack at Turkish wedding

22 killed, 94 injured in bomb attack at Turkish wedding

The attack appeared to have hit when a large group of people from a wedding party took to the streets in celebration.

Aug 21, 2016

By Reuters

Thailand rejects Singapore's request to extradite Holland Village bank robbery suspect

Thailand rejects Singapore's request to hand over Holland Village bank robbery suspect

Authorities say Roach might be deported back to Canada as he is an immigration offender in Thailand.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

5.0 magnitude earthquake hits Tokyo and eastern Japan, third in 4 days

Japan hit by 6.0 magnitude earthquake, second jolt in two days

The Japan Meteorological Agency says the quake that had a depth of 10km did not trigger any tsunami threat.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Rio 2016: Schooling, Team Singapore to feature in special edition stamps

Rio Olympics 2016: Schooling, Team Singapore to feature in special edition stamps

The stamps will be available from August 29 at all post offices and the Singapore Philatelic Museum.

Aug 20, 2016

By Bihu Ray

4.9 magnitude earthquake in Central Japan, tremors felt in Tokyo

5.3 magnitude earthquake hits off north-eastern Japan

The buildings in Tokyo were shaken by the jolt, but there were no reports of damages or injuries.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand blasts: 4 dead in multiple blasts at Thai Resorts, several tourists injured

Thailand: Detainees are not involved in deadly tourist resort blasts, say police

Thai deputy national police spokesman Kissana Phatanacharoen says only one warrant of arrest was issued for a suspect in connection with the attacks.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China to hold military drills amid South China Sea tensions

China holds naval drills in Sea of Japan amid mounting tensions

Japanese media reports that Beijing has built a dock for its warships at a site, which Japan is developing as a military base.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indonesia: Capital city flooded after heavy rain

Jakarta flooded again, normal life comes to standstill

The Jakarta police took to twitter to keep the people updated about the situation.

Aug 20, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Second Indonesian hostage escapes from Abu Sayyaf militants in Philippines

Members of Abu Sayyaf group which is linked to the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) captured 7 Indonesian tugboat crewmen on June 23

Aug 19, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore to hold talks with Indonesia about disputes, launch joint venture

PM Lee to inaugurate 2,200-hectare industrial estate in Java

Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Singapore Prime Minister Lee will be attending the inaugural ceremony of the massive industrial estate.

Aug 19, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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