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US, Philippines hold naval patrol in troubled waters to deter Islamist extremists

There are international fears fighters sympathetic to Islamic State will cross maritime borders between Malaysia and Indonesia to join Muslim rebels.

Jul 2, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: After urban spaces, PDEA to wage drug war in 42,000 villages

Around 4,000 illegal drug suspects and peddlers have been shot dead by unknown vigilantes riding on tandem motorcycles since Duterte announced the drug war.

Jul 1, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Carrie Lam sworn in as Hong Kong's new leader

The 59-year-old leader was widely seen as Beijing's preferred candidate when she was elected in March.

Jul 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan reveals plans to put man on Moon around 2030

This is the first time the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has revealed its intensions to send an astronaut beyond the International Space Station.

Jul 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Nasa

Singapore: Changi Airport wins 'World's Best Airport' award for 5th year in a row

Singapore: Changi Airport's Terminal 4 to hold open house Aug 7-20

Changi Airport will see the first commercial flights arrive at and leave T4 in the coming weeks.

Jul 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Facebook

India launches new economic era with sales tax reform

At a midnight ceremony in parliament's central hall Modi and President Pranab Mukherjee together launched the new tax by pressing a button.

Jul 1, 2017

By Reuters

Singapore: Police arrests woman over serial rental scams in Toa Payoh

Singapore: Police arrests two suspects over Hari Raya cakes and cookies scam

The woman will be charged on Saturday with the offence of cheating, while investigations against the man are still going on.

Jul 1, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Govt to launch smart meter trial for electricity, water and gas

Electricity tariffs will reduce for next 3 months in Singapore

The electricity tariff for households will fall from 21.39 to 20.72 cents per kWh during this period.

Jun 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: URA reduces minimum rental period for private homes to 3 months

URA says that this move comes amid growing demand from groups seeking accommodation for periods of between three to six months.

Jun 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China's President Xi inspects 'hard-working comrades' at Hong Kong's massive military parade

As a part of his landmark visit to the politically divided country, Xi inspected more than 3,000 People's Liberation Army (PLA) troops.

Jun 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: National servicemen to get discounts at 160 hawker stalls, shops from July

The national servicemen will have to show their 11B identification card or wear their uniforms in order to avail those discounts.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine troops rescue Filipino ship captain abducted by militants

Philippines: Peace talks with Moro rebels continue despite extremism 'virus'

Filipino Peace Presidential Adviser Jesus Dureza said that extremism is like a "virus" that needs to be addressed openly.

Jun 29, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Universal Studios Singapore ranked top amusement park in Asia: Tripadvisor

Universal Studios Singapore named best amusement park in Asia

The park ranked 17th worldwide in the 2017 Travellers' Choice awards for amusement parks.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines aims to be among top 20 business destinations by 2020: Trade minister

The trade minister says that the target to make the Philippines a top business destination will be possible if streamlining of business processes and automation is made a priority.

Jun 29, 2017

By Noel Tarrazona

Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

In Pictures: Life at evacuation centres in Marawi City, Philippines

In this gallery, IBTimes Singapore has compiled a series of heart-breaking images from the evacuation centres.

Jun 29, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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