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Cabrera excited about facing India in Asian Cup Qualifiers

Javier Cabrera expressed quiet optimism regarding Bangladesh's fixtures in the third round of Asian Cup Qualifiers, which pitted his charges against India, Hong Kong and Singapore in Group C.

Forget Bali—These 4 destinations redefine 'bucket list' travel

Discover unique travel experiences with these offbeat destinations. Adventure awaits beyond tourist hotspots!

9 years later and worth the wait? Meet Singapore’s latest eco-friendly giant

The sky is the limit! The adage truly defines Singapore's approach to urban architecture as the city’s skyscrapers stretch higher with every new addition. Recently, the Pan Pacific Orchard has won the “World's Best New Tall Building” title by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), an international non-profit organisation headquartered in Chicago, USA.

Seeking thrills? These 7 Halloween destinations will haunt your dreams!

If you are ready to spice up your spooky seasons, here is a guide to some of the best Halloween experiences around the world. No matter your Halloween style, each destination mentioned offers a unique way to celebrate the spooky season, combining tradition, thrill, and festivity. Pick your adventure and be prepared for a Halloween like no other!

Singapore's disgraced former transport minister jailed for 12 months in landmark case

S. Iswaran, who was a cabinet member for 13 years and has held the trade, communications and transport portfolios, pleaded guilty last week to four counts of improperly receiving gifts and one of obstructing justice.

Singapore ex-minister convicted in rare graft trial

Iswaran, 62, pleaded guilty to all five charges and the remaining 30 will be taken into consideration for sentencing, Singaporean broadcaster CNA and news site The Straits Times reported.

5 places in Asia to enjoy water sports

Beating the heat during a luxurious trip abroad does not just have to come in the form of ice creams and sunbathing. Why not kick it off at a thrilling waterpark or test your abilities in a range of water sports? Here are 5 stunning tourist attractions in Asia to get the best of your water sporting skills!

Singapore rules out playing host to Commonwealth Games

Singapore on Wednesday joined Malaysia in ruling out hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, further plunging the future of the multi-sport event into doubt.

Singapore's only Olympic champion Schooling retires

Joseph Schooling, who famously beat his idol Michael Phelps in Rio to become Singapore's first and only Olympic champion, said Tuesday he was retiring from competitive swimming.

October 24, 2017
October 24, 2017

Singapore to freeze car number from next year

Singapore, one of the world’s most expensive places to own a vehicle, is not going to allow any growth in its car population, citing the small city-state’s land scarcity and billions of dollars in planned public transport investments.

September 28, 2017
September 28, 2017

Electric car-sharing service to roll into Singapore

An electric car-sharing service is going to be launched in Singapore in December, in what the company behind the scheme says is going to be a first for Southeast Asia.

August 6, 2017
August 6, 2017

President off to Singapore for medical check-up

President Abdul Hamid leaves Dhaka for Singapore on Sunday afternoon for medical check-up there.

December 8, 2016
December 8, 2016

Football: Asia backs 48-team World Cup, says FIFA boss

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino on Thursday said Asian countries backed his plan to expand the World Cup to 48 teams -- and added that up to three countries should be allowed to co-host the tournament.

December 8, 2016
December 8, 2016

Football: FIFA's Infantino urges zero tolerance for child abuse

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called for "zero tolerance" of child abuse in football and promised to look into ways the global governing body can do more to prevent it in the wake of the scandal sweeping the game in England.

November 26, 2016
November 26, 2016

Bangladesh beat Singapore 8-0 to seal final berth

Bangladesh romped into the final of the 5th Men's AHF Cup after thrashing Singapore 8-0 in the first semifinal today.

August 16, 2016
August 16, 2016

Phelps hails role inspiring his own defeat by Singapore's Schooling

Michael Phelps has acknowledged a "small part" in his own dramatic Olympic defeat by Singapore hero Joseph Schooling but bears no grudge.

August 13, 2016
August 13, 2016

Stunning Phelps, Schooling wins Singapore's first gold

In just one performance, Singapore's Joseph Schooling beats swimming great Michael Phelps, takes home his city state's first Olympic gold medal and becomes an instant millionaire.

July 30, 2016
July 30, 2016

Singaporean Zulfikar Mohamad Shariff, 44, detained under ISA for promoting violence and ISIS, radicalising others

A Singaporean who actively spread radical ideology online and helped radicalise at least two other citizens is detained under the Internal Security Act in Singapore.

July 26, 2016
July 26, 2016

Drone seized at Dhaka airport

Custom intelligence seize a drone at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka due to a ban on its import.