Asia Pacific

Thailand arrests 4 suspects for catching rare giant freshwater stingrays

The provincial regulations forbid catching the fish unless it is for research purposes.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Philippines: Officials recover 17 bodies of executed civilians in Marawi City

The authorities warn that death toll could spike as a result of the clashes between govt troops and the militants.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thousands flee amidst military claim of stability in Philippines

Philippines: Government to organize 30 prosecutors to handle trials of Marawi rebels

Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre says the 30 prosecutors will be assigned in two panels with 15 prosecutors each for the speedy resolution of the case.

Jun 28, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

Overcrowded evacuation centers worries Philippine government

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported that the number of evacuees registered have ballooned to 80,000 families and still growing.

Jun 28, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

More than 1.5 million Singaporeans to receive GST vouchers in 2017

According to the Ministry of Finance, about 1.37 million Singaporeans will receive up to $500 in GSTV– Cash in 2017.

Jun 28, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena

New U.S. ambassador to China says North Korea a top priority

Trump growing frustrated with China, weighs trade steps: officials

US President Donald Trump is now considering possible trade actions against Beijing.

Jun 28, 2017

By Reuters

Hundreds flee Philippines city of Marawi amid Islamist attacks

Philippines: Muslim community distributes identification card to avoid mix up with militants

Batangas Muslim Community Leader, Junaid Mangandari, said that the ID distribution will serve as identification purposes.

Jun 27, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

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

Maute militants want MILF to intervene to end conflict in Philippines

The MILF is the largest revolutionary organisation in the Philippine with approximately 10,000 armed fighters who struck a peace deal with the Philippine government in 2014.

Jun 27, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona