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Knife-wielding man kills two in southern China Wal-Mart

Singaporean woman jailed for 6 weeks after stabbing husband over his extra-marital affair

The assault took place in the couple's bedroom when Yasser received a message saying "I love you" from his girlfriend, whom he had met in the Philippines.

Oct 16, 2017

By Adrita Biswas

A security guard holds an umbrella as he walks in the rain outside Gleneagles Hospital

Hospital attendance in Singapore witnessed major rise in 2016

The increased number of ageing population and attractive Government subsidies are considered to be the two crucial factors which played a crucial role in the hospital attendance increase

Oct 16, 2017

By Nirmal Narayanan

People of Eastern Island were fully isolated, says DNA analysis

A recent genetic study has found that the early inhabitants of the Eastern island in Chile didn't have any relationship with their neighboring South American continent. The island which has been famous for its giant statues was indeed in isolation till the European explorers reached there in 1722.

Oct 15, 2017

By Rahul K R

Malaysian storekeeper jailed six months for molesting seven-year-old girl

Singapore: 25-year-old man stomped on at Golden Mile Complex; suspect arrested

The police says that the victim was conscious when to a hospital.

Oct 15, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

A young baseball fan makes sure there's not a kernel of popcorn left as she watches the Chicago Cubs play the Arizona Diamondbacks during their MLB National League baseball game in Phoenix, Arizona, June 24, 2012.

Singapore: Poopy diapers, live crabs found in theatres near you; raise awareness about cleanliness

Most of the waste usually is snack and popcorn boxes, empty drink bottles and nacho trays. But occasionally there are a few odd items such as prams, wallets, keys, luggage and once's even a bag full of new underwear.

Oct 15, 2017

By Rishvi Pragasam

21 Malaysians to face death penalty over drugs in Thailand

Singapore: ICA seizes blue Ice worth S$20,000 at Woodlands Checkpoint

The authorities say that the case has been handed over to the Central Narcotics Bureau for further investigations.

Oct 15, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Man exhales e-cigarette vapour in park in Kiev

Smuggling of e-cigarettes drastically increasing in Singapore; strict legal action awaits smugglers

The number of e-cigarettes smuggling case has increased in Singapore in the last three years, adding up to the worries of authorities.

Oct 15, 2017

By Nirmal Narayanan

Singapore: Samsui Central Kitchen prepares food for Singapore nursing homes

The kitchen is serving for 1,500 individuals and by the end of the year, they will be serving for double amount of people.

Oct 14, 2017

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Damage in the building of the Houthi movement's politburo is seen through a broken window of an adjacent building

Singapore: Hougang resident arrested by police for smashing window and damaging cars

Singapore police arrested the culprit on October 14 morning.

Oct 14, 2017

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

Kim Ah Joong reveals difficulties faced by actresses in South Korean film industry

Kim Ah-joong sat down for an interview to talk about her drama 'Live Up to Your Name' and her career.

Oct 14, 2017

By Riddhiman Mukhopadhyay

Vietnam floods: Waterborne destruction wrecks central and northern provinces [PHOTOS]

The destructive flooding which hit Vietnam early last week has claimed 54 lives and left 39 people missing with an estimated damage of over $10 million.

Oct 14, 2017

By Solomon Kenneth

Victoria's Secret opens first Southeast Asia flagship store in Singapore

Be careful about your lingerie! 26-year-old man arrested for stealing undergarments in Singapore

The police says that the investigations are going on. If convicted of theft, the suspect can be jailed for up to three years and/or fined.

Oct 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Qiu Bai, a Chinese student who lodged a suit against the Ministry of Education over school textbooks describing homosexuality as a mental disorder, shows the textbooks she refers to before going to the court in Beijing, China

Singapore: ADHD student given wrong examination paper; father believes son's morale was affected

The student was given a standard paper, instead of being given the Chinese listening comprehension paper at a foundation level. The school stated that the paper was given to the student by an external examiner, and the school was notified only after the examination.

Oct 14, 2017

By Rishvi Pragasam

Singapore: ICA warns public of scam calls from their office number

In case of any related information, the members of the public may call the police hotline at 1800-255 0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. One can also dial '999' only if urgent Police assistance is required.

Oct 14, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Mount Agung set to erupt: Damage predictions, expected fatality

Local residents in Bali are in a state of panic, as Mount Agung started rumbling and signaling a possible eruption at any moment

Oct 14, 2017

By Nirmal Narayanan

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