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From Sultan of Brunei to Qaboos of Oman, here are world's top ten richest monarchs, living and dead

There are 44 sovereign nations across the globe that have monarchs acting as heads of the state.

Nov 19, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Hardline Muslims bay for Ahok's blood after Jokowi withdraws support to Jakarta governor

President Joko Widodo has said he will not protect governor Ahok if he's found guilty in the blasphemy case

Nov 19, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Victoria's Secret opens first Southeast Asia flagship store in Singapore

The 12,000 sq ft duplex store is located at #01-01 Mandarin Gallery, 333A Orchard Road, Singapore.

Nov 19, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan earthquake: At least 11 killed as new 7.3 magnitude tremor hits Kumamoto region

5.4-magnitude earthquake hits western Japan; no threat of tsunami

The Japan Meteorological Agency says the epicentre of the quake was in Wakayama prefecture.

Nov 19, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Universal Studios Singapore sets Guinness World Record for largest indoor display of light bulbs

This is the new Guinness World Record that Universal Studios Singapore has set

The display will be a part of Resorts World Sentosa's annual event called Santa's All-Star Christmas, scheduled from Dec 1 to Jan 2.

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Coldplay Singapore concert: 12,000 tickets sold out in one hour, organisers to release another 28,000 for sale

Coldplay Singapore concert: Fresh 28,000 tickets available after record sell-off on day 1

The organizing team will bar people with resale tickets from entering the concert grounds.

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

E-bike accident kills 2 men along West Coast Highway, one injured

Elderly rider dies as e-bike collides with tipper truck on Cecil Street

The police say the 62-year-old tipper truck driver was arrested for causing death by a negligent act.

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos buried at heroes' cemetery despite protests

Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos given heroes' burial; rights victims decry secret move

Manila police chief says President Rodrigo Duterte is aware of the burial plan.

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Changi Airport hosts Singapore's first Pikachu Parade on Nov 18

Changi Airport hosts Singapore's first Pikachu Parade; weekend events revealed

Changi Airport authorities say Terminal 2 and 3 will have Pokemon installations placed from Friday until Feb 11, 2017.

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

UAE repatriates Kerwin Espinosa, son of Philippine mayor killed in jail; Duterte 'wants him alive'

'I ask forgiveness from President Duterte,' says Kerwin, whose father was shot dead inside a prison cell.

Nov 18, 2016

By Jacob J

Singapore executes Nigerian and Malaysian nationals for drug trafficking

Singapore's prison statistics show four people were hanged in in 2015 -- one for murder and three for drug offences

Nov 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Tiny Betta fish with Thai flag colour breaks record, sells for more than $1,500

Thai fish with national flag colours sells for record sum

Nov 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Miss Universe pageant to be hosted in Manila in January

Miss Universe 2016 coronation to be held in Manila on January 30

Filipina beauty queen Pia Wurtzbach holds the Miss Universe crown 2015.

Nov 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Cabbie mistakes accelerator for brake, rams into Toa Payoh eatery

The 61-year-old male driver of the CityCab sustained minor injuries on his head.

Nov 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singapore introduces self-driving scooters for short distance commuting

The vehicle is made by Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and has been priced at $15,000 .

Nov 17, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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