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Pyongyang threatens pre-emptive nuclear strike as US, South Korea hold joint drill

The North interprets the US-South Korea joint drill as a rehearsal for the invasion of the communist country.

Mar 7, 2016

By Jacob J

International Women's Day 2016: Top 10 inspirational quotes to celebrate women empowerment

International Women's Day will be celebrated around the world on 8 March.

Mar 5, 2016

By Simi John

Mahathir vs Najib: Barisan Nasional leaders close ranks behind embattled prime minister

The signing of the citizens' declaration is a charade says Communications Minister Salleh.

Mar 5, 2016

By Jacob J

South Korean arms procurer faces probe on $35mn deal: Yonhap

The suspected deal was for a surveillance system that helps integrate existing radar and thermal imaging devices.

Mar 4, 2016

By Boby Michael

Release Anwar Ibrahim and repeal sodomy law, Human Rights Watch tells Malaysia

Anwar Ibrahim joins Mahathir as bid to oust Najib gathers force

Najib is reeling from allegations that he diverted hundreds of millions of dollars from a state fund to his personal account.

Mar 4, 2016

By Jacob J

US, China agree on North Korea sanctions resolution

North Korea orders military to be ready to use nuclear weapons any time

'All the people in the DPRK are now waiting for an order of combat to annihilate the enemy'

Mar 4, 2016

By Jacob J

Thailand: Junta arrests ex-minister for questioning general's 'sexist remark' on Yingluck

Junta leader General Prawit Wongsuwan's said that soldiers photograph Yingluck because she is pretty.

Mar 3, 2016

By Jacob J

MH370 search, MH370 debris in mozambique

MH370 families call for wider search after suspected debris found in Mozambique

Aviation experts from Malaysia, Australia and the US are examining the object to determine if it's a part of the missing Boeing 77.

Mar 3, 2016

By Jacob J

North Korea fires missiles into Sea of Japan as UN imposes new sanctions

UN Security Council unanimously adopts resolution imposing tough new sanctions on North Korea for its nuclear and missile tests

Mar 3, 2016

By Jacob J

Indonesia lifts tsunami warning after Sumatra quake; no deaths reported

There were reports of some deaths initially, but the National Search and Rescue Agency officials later withdrew those comments.

Mar 3, 2016

By Jacob J

Magnitude 7.9 earthquake strikes off Sumatra, Indonesia issues tsunami warning

The shallow quake could result in casualties.

Mar 2, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

China 'takes over' Philippine-controlled atoll in South China Sea

The traditional Philippine fishing ground lies between the Philippine-occupied Lawak Island and the Chinese-occupied Panganiban Reef.

Mar 2, 2016

By Jacob J

Malaysia's Attorney-General Mohamed Apandi cleared Najib of wrongdoing

More than $1 billion was transferred into Najib's account - WSJ

Investigators believe a vast chunk of the $1 billion came from Malaysian state fund 1MDB.

Mar 1, 2016

By Jacob J

criminal investigation against mahathir mohamad

Mahathir Mohamad quits ruling Unmo; says it's Najib's party

'I feel embarrassed that I am associated with a party that is seen as supporting corruption'

Feb 29, 2016

By Jacob J

24 arrested in Geylang raids on illegal public gambling

The raids were conducted at coffees hops, entertainment outlets and back alleys at Geylang.

Feb 29, 2016

By Staff Reporter

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