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Massive 7.9 earthquake strikes off Papua New Guinea, tsunami alert cancelled

Philippines' 7.3 magnitude earthquake causes widespread panic, high rise buildings evacuated

US Geological Survey said that no tsunami alert was issued.

Jan 10, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Should Jallikattu remain banned? All you need to know about India's bull-taming sport

While people in Tamil Nadu are against the ban, PETA emphasises on the restriction saying animal rights are violated.

Jan 10, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Singapore: 800 cartons of smuggled cigarettes retrieved from Indonesian-registered vessel

The cigarettes and the Indonesia crew members have been handed over to Singapore Customs

Jan 10, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia: Sarawak girl jumps out of car to escape rape, breaks leg

The girl was rushed to the Miri Hospital where the doctor confirmed that her left leg was broken

Jan 10, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Millions of devotees in Philippines join Black Nazarene procession

Black Nazarene procession: Millions join Manila Catholic parade amid heavy security (PHOTOS)

The Black Nazarene is believed to have healing powers and the devotees feel that even the slightest touch of the statue would bless them.

Jan 9, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thousands of Singaporean motorists caught for outstanding fines in Malaysia traffic police operation

Malaysia crackdown targets Singapore drivers with outstanding fines; thousands of vehicles seized

The authorities say Singaporeans have accumulated 184,024 unpaid summons and 3,423 arrest warrants since 2010.

Jan 9, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Chinese police shoot dead three terror suspects in Xinjiang

Chinese police kill 3 Islamist terror suspects in restive Xinjiang

The Xinjiang government says the security officers in the southern Xinjiang city of Hotan encountered violent resistance late on Sunday.

Jan 9, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Johor oil spill: Fish farms planning to sue shipping companies responsible for disaster

Fish farms are already talking to their lawyers and considering to ask for compensation.

Jan 8, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Here is why this West Java national park should be your next adventure destination

The park is offering fun treks as well as an opportunity to learn more about the biodiversity of Indonesia.

Jan 8, 2017

By Bihu Ray

South Korea: Monk sets himself on fire calling for President Park's removal

The monk is being treated in Seoul National University Hospital for his third-degree burn injuries.

Jan 8, 2017

By Bihu Ray

US economy expands 1.4% in fourth quarter; corporate profits fall

RM550,000 seized from ministry sec-gen's house in latest MACC raid

The secretary-general was arrested on 4 January when he was leaving for work.

Jan 8, 2017

By Bihu Ray

WATCH: E-scooter rider narrowly escapes getting run over by van

The Singapore Civil Defence Force and police say that no emergency report was lodged for this accident.

Jan 8, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Thailand floods death toll rises up to 18, tourism industry highly affected

Thailand floods: Death toll rises to 18, tourism industry highly affected

Authorities say the floods has also affected the rubber-production in the country.

Jan 8, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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

Malaysia: Jobless man forces wife into prostitution for RM50

Police say the husband has been remanded for four days to facilitate the investigations.

Jan 8, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Foodies can get a glimpse of Singapore's best street food

29-year-old man wins Singapore's first Food League title by finishing 92 chicken wings in 8 minutes

Food League members believe that the organisation can help to put Singapore on the competitive food eating map.

Jan 8, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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