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Singaporeans injured after tour bus overturns on way back from Genting

11 dead, 9 injured in China road crash involving bus and lorry

The drivers of both the vehicles are being treated in hospital under police custody.

Jul 23, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

No, Netaji never escaped plane crash in 1945: Here's Why?

Netaji or Mr 'T' died at the Nanmon Branch of Taipei Army Hospital on the fateful day of August 18, 1945 at about 7 pm but secretive Japanese military protocol during the war has kept the conspiracy theory alive even to this day

Jul 22, 2017

By Nagesh Narayana

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

Singapore: CNB arrests 87 suspected drug offenders in 4-day operation

The officers also seized about 95g of Ice, 54g of cannabis, 41g of heroin, 58 yaba tablets and small amounts of ketamine and Ecstasy tablets.

Jul 22, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Duterte takes full responsibility for consequences of martial law in Philippines

Philippines President Duterte makes surprise visit to Marawi war zone

The 72-year-old leader visited the local military headquarters to show his support for the troops.

Jul 21, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines' second largest bank to undergo investigation over laundering of USD 18m

Metro Bank announced that no customer has been affected by this incident.

Jul 21, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Singapore: Sales of new private homes rises in July

HDB to help young Singapore couples to get their homes sooner

This is to slash the waiting time for couples who are eyeing to snap up their first homes.

Jul 20, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

7 Indonesians killed, 21 remain missing in Johor boat accident

Taiwanese man killed in boat accident in Philippines

The accident happened in the waters off the Village Island Report in Santa Fe, Cebu.

Jul 20, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

DBS Bank service disruption: All you need to know

Certain banking services will be unavailable on Aug 5 and 6.

Jul 20, 2017

By Aastha Agnihotri

5.8 magnitude earthquake hits off Japan's Honshu; No tsunami alert

Fukushima police says there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

Jul 20, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Missing Singaporean rescued by Philippine authorities; 45 suspects arrested

The kidnappers allegedly beaten and threatened Wu and demanded a ransom of US$180,000.

Jul 20, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

11 Philippine govt soldiers killed in military air strike on Marawi militants

Armed conflict should end so rehab can begin: Philippines crisis committee

The Philippine Armed Forces continue to rain artillery bombs and aerial strikes on rebels position.

Jul 19, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Malaysian immigration system sabotage: Five more immigration officers arrested

Malaysia Air opens first ticketing office in Manila

The Philippine embassy describes Malaysia as a labor partner of the Philippines and around 670,000 Malaysians are also doing business in the Philippines.

Jul 19, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

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

Singapore: Tobacco display ban to take effect on Aug 1 as grace period ends

If any is retailer is convicted of flouting the ban, he might face a maximum jail term of six months, a fine of up to S$10,000, or both.

Jul 19, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

North Korea conducts public executions for theft, watching South Korea media: report

The Transitional Justice Working Group (TJWG) says its report was based on interviews with 375 North Korean defectors from the isolated state over a period of two years.

Jul 19, 2017

By Reuters

More than 900 clinics to remain open in Singapore during Chinese New Year

Singapore: 11 people admitted to hospital after Kallang Way chemical leak

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) says that the people were in a "conscious and stable condition" when they were taken to the hospital.

Jul 18, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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