2 more coronavirus cases confirmed in Singapore
Two more novel coronavirus cases have been confirmed in Singapore. One is a Certis Cisco employee who served quarantine orders on two people from … source
COVID-19: Chan Chun Sing outlines Singapore’s plans to reopen economy after circuit-breaker exit
Singapore will continue the “maximum work-from-home arrangements” after its circuit breaker period ends on Jun 1, Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun … source
COVID-19: Kuala Lumpur less busy than usual as Malaysia’s travel restrictions kick in
Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur was emptier than usual on Wednesday morning (Mar 18), as the country’s 14-day “movement order control” kicked into effect. source
COVID-19: Vietnam quarantines commune of 10,000 people to curb spread of coronavirus
Vietnamese authorities have locked down a commune of 10000 people after six cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus were discovered there. It’s the first mass … source
Asia Tonight: News in brief May 15
News Briefs on Asia Tonight, May 15: – India has confirmed more COVID-19 cases among migrant workers on special trains – Malaysia has eased restrictions on … source
Malaysia's parliament to meet on Mar 2 to determine new PM: Mahathir
There will be a special sitting of Malaysia’s parliament on Mar 2 to try to work out who will be the next prime minister, said Dr Mahathir Mohamad. But if…
Indonesia arrests 6 for spreading fake news about COVID-19
Six people have been arrested in Indonesia for allegedly spreading fake news about COVID-19 online. One of the hoaxes claimed a woman flying to Saudi … source
Asia Tonight: Business news in brief Nov 4
Business Briefs on Asia Tonight, Nov 4: – Philippines’ Cebu Air has ordered 16 long-range Airbus A330 neo jets worth $4.8 billion – Malaysia exports fell 6.8% in … source
Singapore remains in "critical situation" amid rise in COVID-19 cases: Health Minister | In full
Singapore authorities have now made it mandatory to wear a mask when stepping out of the house, with immediate effect. The new requirement was announced … source
Singapore Tonight: News in brief Mar 3
News Briefs on Singapore Tonight, Mar 3: – WHO chief warns that the world is in “uncharted territory” – Several Chinese cities impose quarantine measures amid … source