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Singaporeans observe first death anniversary of founding father Lee Kuan Yew

Lee's political acumen and market friendly approach transformed Singapore into a world class country and a regional business and financial hub.

Mar 23, 2016

By Jacob J

Chaos in Jakarta as anti-Uber agitation turns violent

In Jakarta, roads were blocked and vehicles attacked even as protesters marched to the parliament building.

Mar 22, 2016

By Jacob J

2 SMRT maintenance staff killed in accident on track near Pasir station

Both the workers were pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

Mar 22, 2016

By Jacob J

Ridhuan Tee Abdullah: Controversial Malaysian writer 'denied entry in Singapore'

Tee, a Chinese Muslim convert, writes the column titled 'Know the True Enemies of Islam'.

Mar 22, 2016

By Jacob J

PAP fields lawyer Murali Pillai in Bukit Batok

Murali was a party candidate in the multi-seat Aljunied GRC in 2015 general elections.

Mar 22, 2016

By Jacob J

Indonesia to summon Chinese ambassador over maritime standoff in Natuna Sea

China, however, said the incident happened in a traditional Chinese fishing ground.

Mar 21, 2016

By Jacob J

Philippines presidential candidates on attack mode at second Comelec debate

Roxas questions Binay's plan to bring notes to the stage, saying Comelec rules specified no cheat sheets were allowed.

Mar 21, 2016

By Jacob J

Singapore's Finance Minister and deputy prime minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Bukit Batok PAP candidate: Tharman says 'We've got someone'

'Candidate will be someone who is known to the residents, who works very hard and is sincere at heart'

Mar 21, 2016

By Jacob J

13 killed as Indonesian military chopper crashes during anti-terror operation

The chopper was participating in an anti-terror operation targeting the East Indonesia Mujahidin (MIT) terror group.

Mar 21, 2016

By Jacob J

Obama arrives in Cuba for historic visit

Obama arrives in Cuba for first visit by a US president in 88 years

The end of the cold war era animosities between the two countries was heralded in 2014 when diplomatic ties were re-established.

Mar 21, 2016

By Jacob J

Bukit Batok by-election: Multi-pronged fight looms a SDP seeks alliance

Bukit Batok by-election: SDP's Chee Soon Juan joins fray as hopes of alliance fade

SDP will "surpass" the current standards set in town council management under the PAP dispensation, Chee says.

Mar 20, 2016

By Jacob J

Turkey suicide blast kills four; 11 Israelis among injured

NATO member Turkey has been targeted by Kurdish and Islamic State militants in recent months.

Mar 20, 2016

By Jacob J

Singapore to offer two-week mandatory paternity leave

The minister says employers should play a big role in creating a pro-family environment in Singapore.

Mar 20, 2016

By Jacob J

$4 billion stolen from Malaysian state fund

Malaysian lawyers approve motion seeking AG's resignation

The motion asks Ali to step down over his handling of cases involving 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB).

Mar 19, 2016

By Jacob J

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

The controversial letter called for Xi's resignation, saying he did not have the leadership skills to take China forward

Mar 19, 2016

By Jacob J

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