Society

Uncovered tower of skulls reveals dark Aztec history

A tower made of human skulls has been unearthed in Mexico City. More than 650 skulls caked in lime were found near Templo Mayor one of the main temples in the former Aztec capital. Anthropologists believe the tower was part of a massive structure made of skulls that terrified the Spanish invaders according to contemporary accounts. Many of the skulls belonged to women and children who may have been part of religious rituals.

Jul 2, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Yemen cholera epidemic spreads with nearly 250,000 infected

A cholera outbreak in Yemen has infected nearly 250,000 people. The WHO warned of the unprecedented spread of the disease in the war-torn country. 1,500 deaths have been reported so far between April and June 2017 and every day an additional 5,000 new cases are reported. Almost half of all recorded cholera cases are children. Nearly 2 million children suffer from malnutrition, making them vulnerable for diseases.

Jul 2, 2017

By Staff Reporter

World Pride parade in Madrid parties for LGBT rights

More than 50 floats took part in the WorldPride parade in Madrid that saw hundreds of thousands of people march for LGBT rights.Revellers partied until late in the night in a carnival atmosphere and World Pride protests and events took place on the weekend across Madrid.World Pride first started in 2000 and has been held in several cities around the globe.

Jul 2, 2017

By Staff Reporter

100 Denmark companies to continue business in Philippines despite internal crisis

The Danish-based companies presently based in the Philippines have business interests in agriculture, food, pharmaceuticals, health, energy, water, etc.

Jul 2, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Philippines: Cops arrest bank officer for unauthorised transfer of USD 338,000

Police identified the suspect as Mariebel Osorio, 41, head of Cash Section of Union Bank Ortigas Branch.

Jul 2, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Bangladesh police arrests two people over deadly Dhaka cafe siege

Bangladesh police arrest three female militants over Dhaka cafe attack

Police says one of the women is the wife of acting JMB chief Ayyub Bacchu who is on the run and allegedly visited the hideout frequently.

Jul 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore police arrests 19-year-old for selling stolen cigarettes online

Singapore: ICA seizes 3,100 cartons of contraband cigarettes at Tuas Checkpoint

ICA says the total duty and Goods and Services Tax evaded amounted to about S$240,560 and S$17,820, respectively.

Jul 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Tokyo casts vote in local polls that could spell trouble for PM

Past Tokyo elections have been bellwethers to national trends.

Jul 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore launches shuttle bus service between Changi Airport, Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal

Singapore sets up panel to push for family-friendly transport system

The advisory panel will be chaired by Richard Magnus, Chairman of the Public Transport Council, and Sitoh Yih Pin, the Government Parliamentary Chairperson for Transport.

Jul 2, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

Singapore trumps Shanghai and Hong Kong for best seaport in Asia award

The awardees were determined by a poll of the readers of Asia Cargo News, a regional freight and logistics publication.

Jul 2, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

Time-lapse shows Winnipegs largest living maple leaf as tribute to Canada 150 celebrations

Thousands of people, wearing red shirts, gathered at an intersection in downtown Winnipeg, Canada, to form the largest living maple leaf to celebrate the countrys 150th anniversary. Downtown Winnipeg Biz, which organised the event, said at least 3,600 people were involved in the stunt that took place on Saturday (1 July) morning local time. A few people, wearing white, formed 150 under the maple leafs stem.This is reported to be the seventh year that Canadians have gathered in the shape of the countrys iconic symbol.

Jul 2, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Thousands march on UK parliament in anti-government protest

Thousands of protesters gathered at Parliament Square following a march through central London to protest against austerity, cuts and privatisation.

Jul 2, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Stunning timelapse shows koala sleeping underneath Milky Way galaxy

Symbio Wildlife Park has released stunning footage of Grace, the koala, sleeping underneath the Milky Way galaxy. The video filmed over four hours consists of nearly 600 shots at 25 second intervals. Staff at the park reported seeing Grace climb to the highest point of the Koala Sanctuary during clear winter nights, leading to the idea for the video.

Jul 1, 2017

By Staff Reporter

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Two injured after plane bursts into flames in crash on motorway

Following the crash of a Cessna 310 aircraft on a busy California motorway, the two occupants of the plane had to be taken to hospital in a serious condition. The pilot tried to return to the airport shortly after take-off because of engine problems but instead came down between cars on the road.

Jul 1, 2017

By Staff Reporter