Friday, April 11, 2014

80 measles cases in S'pore; 23 had travelled to Philippines

Eighty people have come down with measles in Singapore as of April 5. The Health Ministry said among them, 23 cases had a travel history to the Philippines, which announced measles outbreaks in a number of cities in Metro Manila and in Pampanga in January. More here: 80 measles cases in S'pore; 23 had travelled to Philippines

Kidnappers demand $12m for Asian tourist

Kidnappers based in the southern Philippines have demanded $A12 million in ransom for a Chinese tourist. More here: Kidnappers demand $12m for Asian tourist

Malaysia urged to help kidnapped tourist

China is pressing Malaysia to rescue a Chinese tourist who was abducted along with a Filipina by gunmen. More here: Malaysia urged to help kidnapped tourist