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US, Philippines hold naval patrol in troubled waters to deter Islamist extremists

There are international fears fighters sympathetic to Islamic State will cross maritime borders between Malaysia and Indonesia to join Muslim rebels.

Jul 2, 2017

Carrie Lam sworn in as Hong Kong's new leader

The 59-year-old leader was widely seen as Beijing's preferred candidate when she was elected in March.

Jul 1, 2017

Japan reveals plans to put man on Moon around 2030

This is the first time the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has revealed its intensions to send an astronaut beyond the International Space Station.

Jul 1, 2017

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Singapore: Changi Airport wins 'World's Best Airport' award for 5th year in a row

Singapore: Changi Airport's Terminal 4 to hold open house Aug 7-20

Changi Airport will see the first commercial flights arrive at and leave T4 in the coming weeks.

Jul 1, 2017

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Singapore: Police arrests woman over serial rental scams in Toa Payoh

Singapore: Police arrests two suspects over Hari Raya cakes and cookies scam

The woman will be charged on Saturday with the offence of cheating, while investigations against the man are still going on.

Jul 1, 2017

New York hospital rampage: Doctor fatally shoots 1, injures 6 before killing himself

Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center is the largest voluntary, non-profit health care system serving the South and Central Bronx, as well as one of the city's biggest providers of outpatient services.

Jul 1, 2017

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

Electricity tariffs will reduce for next 3 months in Singapore

The electricity tariff for households will fall from 21.39 to 20.72 cents per kWh during this period.

Jun 30, 2017

Singapore: URA reduces minimum rental period for private homes to 3 months

URA says that this move comes amid growing demand from groups seeking accommodation for periods of between three to six months.

Jun 30, 2017

China's President Xi inspects 'hard-working comrades' at Hong Kong's massive military parade

As a part of his landmark visit to the politically divided country, Xi inspected more than 3,000 People's Liberation Army (PLA) troops.

Jun 30, 2017

Singapore: National servicemen to get discounts at 160 hawker stalls, shops from July

The national servicemen will have to show their 11B identification card or wear their uniforms in order to avail those discounts.

Jun 29, 2017

Universal Studios Singapore ranked top amusement park in Asia: Tripadvisor

Universal Studios Singapore named best amusement park in Asia

The park ranked 17th worldwide in the 2017 Travellers' Choice awards for amusement parks.

Jun 29, 2017

Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

In Pictures: Life at evacuation centres in Marawi City, Philippines

In this gallery, IBTimes Singapore has compiled a series of heart-breaking images from the evacuation centres.

Jun 29, 2017

Thailand arrests 4 suspects for catching rare giant freshwater stingrays

The provincial regulations forbid catching the fish unless it is for research purposes.

Jun 29, 2017

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Philippines: Officials recover 17 bodies of executed civilians in Marawi City

The authorities warn that death toll could spike as a result of the clashes between govt troops and the militants.

Jun 29, 2017

Malaysian oil tanker carrying arrying 900,000 litres of diesel 'hijacked off Malaysia'

Pirates attack Thai oil tanker in Malaysian waters, 1.5 million litres of diesel robbed

Thai navy's Vice Admiral Pornchai Pinthong says that the vessel, CP41 has returned to dock at Koh Noo.

Jun 26, 2017

Singapore: CNB seizes drugs worth $265,270 near Ceylon Road

The officers say that if the amount of pure heroin, also known as diamorphine, trafficked exceeds 15g, the suspects will have death penalty.

Jun 26, 2017

BET Awards 2017: Check out complete list of winners here

BET Awards 2017 named Bruno Mars as the best male R&B/Pop artist of the year.

Jun 26, 2017

Colombia boat sinking: Six killed and 16 missing

6 dead, dozens missing after tourist boat sinks in Colombia

Colombia President Juan Manuel Santos says naval experts were investigating the cause of the tragedy.

Jun 26, 2017

Muslims across the globe celebrate Eid al-Fitr 2017 with utmost delight and happiness [PHOTOS]

In this gallery, IBTimes Singapore has compiled a series of images of the celebration of the holy Muslim festival.

Jun 26, 2017

146 dead, scores injured in Pakistan oil tanker fire

The authorities say 75 others are critically injured and they have been rushed to Bahawal Victoria Hospital and District Headquarters Hospital for immediate treatment.

Jun 25, 2017

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