Indonesia boat fire: Captain Muhammad Nali arrested, search continues

The boat was carrying about 250 local holidaymakers to celebrate the New Year on the nearby resort island of Tidung.

Jan 2, 2017

In Pictures: Spectacular fireworks around the world as New Year 2017 dawns

Thousands of people gathered at different locations to watch the amazing fireworks to welcome 2017.

Jan 2, 2017

Indonesia arrests 76 Chinese women in New Year crackdown on sex workers

If convicted, the women would face punishments, including from fines and deportation to prison terms.

Jan 2, 2017

6 skin-care resolutions to make this year for healthy and glowing skin

IBT Singapore has pointed out six skincare resolutions we all can make in this New Year.

Jan 1, 2017

Indonesia: 23 dead, 17 injured after boat catches fire in Jakarta river

Authorities say the accident was caused due to a short circuit on a power generator on the boat.

Jan 1, 2017

China confirms another human bird flu case, second case in three days

The Ministry of Agriculture says the recent outbreak of the virus have been handled in a "timely and effective" manner.

Jan 1, 2017

From Donald Trump to Pokemon Go: Check out these top 10 Google searches of 2016

The google search list reveals some exciting information about the top searches of this year.

Dec 31, 2016

Bigg Boss 10: BREAKING! Salman Khan decides to bring back Lokesh Kumari

Former Bigg Boss contestants Vindu Dara Singh and Ravi Kishan will also be making guest appearance in the upcoming episode.

Dec 31, 2016

New Year 2017: Top 10 messages to celebrate the special day with friends and family

IBTimes Singapore has compiled a list of top 10 New Year messages to wish your near and dear ones.

Dec 31, 2016

Singapore: MRT worksite drain blockage caused Upper Thomson flash flood

LTA has decided to get its contractor to enhance the temporary diversion drain.

Dec 30, 2016

2016 records to be hottest year for Singapore and the world, says Meteorological Service

The Met Service says that the amount of rainfall for the first half of January is expected to be slightly below normal.

Dec 30, 2016

"I don't have time to pretend to be nice," says Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte

Duterte says he is ready to step down from office if people think he could no longer solve the problems of the country.

Dec 30, 2016

Shanghai and Hong Kong confirm new human cases of H7N9 bird flu infection

Hong Kong government says bird flu cases were "expected to increase in winter based on its seasonal pattern".

Dec 30, 2016

Malaysia man jailed 80 years for raping underage daughter

The Sessions Court judge orders the jail sentence to start from the date of his arrest.

Dec 30, 2016

Bangladesh blocks 560 porn websites, regulator to broaden blacklist

Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) orders local internet service providers to stop the sites from streaming.

Dec 29, 2016

Singapore deports 2 Indonesians suspected of supporting Islamic State

Authorities say both of them were reportedly deported to Batam after a questioning session of almost 24 hours.

Dec 29, 2016

Car catches fire after crashing into tree at Lorong Chuan

A 34-year-old man, who is believed to be the driver of the car, was taken to the hospital.

Dec 29, 2016

Duterte says will throw corrupt officials from helicopter as he did to a Chinese man years ago

Duterte's spokesman, Ernesto Abella, suggests that the incident may not have actually happened.

Dec 29, 2016

MHA to collect iris images from Singaporeans from Jan 1

The scanned iris images will serve as another important identifier that can boost the verification methods.

Dec 28, 2016

Singapore: Roads will be closed for Suntec City countdown street party

The Singapore Police Force says that access will only be granted to police and emergency vehicles during the road closures.

Dec 28, 2016