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Who is Choi Soon-sil? How is she involved in South Korean President Park's political crisis

South Korea: Choi Soon Sil arrested without warrant as scandal thickens

President Park Geun Hye is accused of keeping a close circle of personal friends and longtime confidantes.

Nov 1, 2016

By Jacob J

Who is Choi Soon-sil? Close friend of South Korean President causes political crisis

South Korean prosecutors questions Choi Soon Sil after she flew back to Seoul on Sunday.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Gas explosion traps 33 coal miners in China's Chongqing

State news agency reports two out of 35 miners have been rescued.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporeans celebrate Deepavali at historic Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple

Sneak-peek into how Bollywood stars celebrated Diwali 2016

The B-town celebrities took to Instagram and Twitter to wish their fans and followers a joyous Diwali.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Fart ignites fire during operation in Japan; patient seriously burnt

A committee of external experts claims no flammable materials were in the operation theatre.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore-born designer rocks the Fashion Week in Paris; here is a glimpse of the show (PHOTOS)

Andrew Gn, Singapore-born designer, rocks Paris Fashion Week (PHOTOS)

The designers showcased the latest trends through their Spring-Summer collections 2017 at Fashion Week.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Metallica is all set to perform in Singapore next January

Metallica to perform in Singapore in January; tickets on sale from Wednesday

The concert tickets will go on sale on November 2 at 10 am.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporean man feared drowned while kayaking in Malaysia

Koh Kah Wei: Search on after Singaporean drowns while kayaking in Malaysia

Authorities say a team of 30 members was conducting a surface search at three sites.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Dr. Kwa Soon Bee, healthcare pioneer dies aged 86

Singapore healthcare pioneer Kwa Soon Bee dies aged 86

Health Minister Gan Kim Yong says Dr. Kwa laid a strong foundation for the modern healthcare system.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Car-Free Sunday is back in bigger form

Car-Free Sunday back in Singapore with longer dedicated stretch: All you need to know

Roads around the civic district and Central Business District were closed on Sunday between 8 am and 11 am.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Vietnam reports first case of microcephaly likely linked to Zika virus

Authorities say Vietnam has reported nine cases of Zika infections across the country.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporeans celebrate Deepavali at historic Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wishes all who celebrate the Festival of Lights, Happy Diwali.

Oct 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines All Souls' Day 2016: Filipinos abroad can avail 'virtual cemetery' options

All Souls' Day 2016: Filipinos abroad can use 'virtual cemetery' option

Filipinos will observe All Souls' Day or Undas on November 1.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

SHOCKING Big Boss 10: You won't believe who gets evicted after Priyanka Jagga!

Bigg Boss 10 SHOCKER: You won't believe who gets evicted after Priyanka Jagga

Manveer Gujjar, Manoj Manu Punjabi, Mona Lisa, Gaurav Chopra, Nitibha Kaul and Rohan Mehra are safe this week.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Happy Deepavali 2016: Best messages to share with your near and dear ones

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Oct 29, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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