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At least 14 dead, scores missing in Myanmar ferry sinking

Myanmar ferry sinks: More than 100 feared dead, 32 bodies recovered from Chindwin River

Authorities say a total of 154 people have been rescued but they fear the death toll could reach 100.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia launches probe after pictures of people posing with dead tiger go viral

In Malaysia, it is illegal to kill them unless it is a life-threatening situation.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore-flagged vessel detained by Indonesian navy for smuggling goods

Indonesian navy detains Singapore vessel for smuggling goods in Batam waterway

The LCT Emperor was allegedly used for smuggling used television sets, refrigerators and other household items on Sunday.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

At least 21 die in massive floods in central Vietnam; alert issued for typhoon Sarika

The authorities say Typhoon Sarika is expected to hit the Quang Binh province by Wednesday.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indonesia: Bridge collapse in Bali kills at least 9

Rescue operation came to a halt at night due to low light conditions.

Oct 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippine Abu Sayyaf militants 'hungry' for caliphate, says Duterte

Philippines: President Duterte promises to raise Hague ruling during Beijing visit

However, Duterte said that there would be no "hard imposition" of it.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Three South Koreans found shot dead in Philippines amid string of killings

Singapore: Elderly woman dies in road accident near busy street junction

The accident happened at the junction of Choa Chu Kang Street 51 and Choa Chu Kang North 5

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 starts smoking on board, prompting evacuation of US plane

Singapore Airlines bans Samsung Galaxy Note7 onboard, Qantas follows suit

The ban will be in effect from 12am on 16 October.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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Typhoon Megi to cause landfall in Taiwan; thousands evacuated

Typhoon Sarika: Thousands evacuated after 'very powerful' storm hits Philippines

The storm battered the island with torrential rain and strong winds, evacuating thousands.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Typhoon Mindulle, Kompasu to hit Japan back-to-back: JMA

Typhoon Sarika: Philippines braces for 'the most damaging' storm of the year

Officials warned residents of possible flooding and landslides in several parts of the country.

Oct 15, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Beijing issues yellow alert following thick fog cover in city: NMC

Beijing's Air Quality Index (AQI) went up to 213 on Saturday morning.

Oct 15, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: Woman jailed for cheating boss of $1.3million by duplicating signature

Lim Hoon Choo has been sentenced to jail for 12 years after she admitted to two charges of criminal breach of trust.

Oct 15, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Jurong West Fire: Suspect held for setting styrofoam boxes ablaze

The fire completely destroyed a wet market and two coffee shops at Block 493.

Oct 15, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Who is Jia Jia, Chinese columnist missing over letter asking President Xi to resign?

Xi Jinping arrives in Bangladesh with generous investment plans

Xi is the first Chinese President to visit Bangladesh in 30 years.

Oct 14, 2016

By Jacob J

Philippine President Duterte apologises to Jews for Hitler remark

No longer American puppet, will Rodrigo Duterte park Philippines in Chinese stable?

'We cannot win that ... Even if we get angry, we'll just be putting on airs. We can't beat China'

Oct 14, 2016

By Jacob J

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