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Philippine police stop burning of Chinese flag

The Straits Times  2012-05-11 06:19:00

MANILA, Philippines (AP) - Philippine police have stopped an activist from burning a Chinese flag outside China's consulate in Manila amid the two countries' monthlong stand-off in the South China Sea. ...

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Philippines on alert over anti-China protest, Beijing frets

The Straits Times  2012-05-11 04:01:00

MANILA (REUTERS) - Security was tightened in the Philippines capital on Friday ahead of anti-Chinese protests over a territorial dispute in the South China Sea, with both Beijing and Taipei warning their ...

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Pan Am In-Flight Meal Fair at Kansai Int'l to Celebrate TV Drama "Pan Am"

Airport News Japan  2012-05-11 03:34:00

The Pan Am In-Flight Meal Fair began at Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture on April 26.Legend of Conc...

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Changi Airport draws 12.3m passengers in Q1

The Straits Times  2012-05-10 22:00:00

Singapore's Changi Airport handled 12.3 million passengers in the first quarter of this year, beating last year's first-quarter numbers by 12.9 per cent.Related StoriesSingapore-JB cab rule to be eased ...

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Singapore's profit plunges 69pc

The Australian  2012-05-10 14:00:00

SINGAPORE Airlines posted an expected fourth-quarter loss and a 69 per cent drop in full-year group net profit.

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Cathay Pacific: Have 'Klout'? Try our SFO lounge

USA Today  2012-05-10 12:46:00

In a unique social media partnership, Cathay Pacific is offering fliers access to its frequent-flier lounge at San Francisco International Airport. ...

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Thailand buys Chinese tablet computers for schools

The Straits Times  2012-05-10 09:16:00

BANGKOK (AFP) - Thailand on Thursday signed a multi-million dollar deal to buy hundreds of thousands of Chinese-made tablet computers for primary school children, an official statement said. Related StoriesPhilippine ...

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Singapore Airlines fiscal-year profit sinks 69%

Air Transport World  2012-05-09 20:22:19

Singapore Airlines Group (SIA) reported net income of S$336 ($269.5 million) for its fiscal year ended March 31, a 69% drop from a S$1.09 net profit in the prior year.

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Hawaiian Airlines adds 4th destination in Japan

USA Today  2012-05-09 19:22:16

Hawaiian Airlines announced today that it would add flights to Sapporo, Japan-aaa new route continues the carrier's rapid international expa ...

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Hawaiian Airlines plans 4th destination in Japan

USA Today  2012-05-09 18:20:01

Hawaiian Airlines plans to start flying to Sapporo, its fourth destination in Japan.

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Dutchman with cocaine in belly arrested in Indonesia

The Straits Times  2012-05-09 11:17:00

JAKARTA (AFP) - A Dutchman faces a possible death penalty after he was caught at Jakarta's international airport with more than US$100,000 (S$125,000) worth of cocaine stashed in his stomach, an official ...

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SIA full-year profits fall almost 70% to $336 million

The Straits Times  2012-05-09 10:31:00

Singapore Airlines made a $38.2 million loss in the three months from January to March. This dragged full-year profits down by almost 70 per cent to $336 million, compared to the same 12 months before ...

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Malaysia police arrest 6 over Dutch boy kidnapping

The Straits Times  2012-05-09 07:40:00

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) - Malaysian police say they've arrested six suspects linked to the kidnapping of a Dutch boy who was freed after his parents paid a ransom. Related StoriesPhilippine police ...

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Liver cancer cited in death of Thai text prisoner

The Straits Times  2012-05-09 07:30:00

BANGKOK (AP) - A preliminary autopsy shows liver cancer killed a Thai prisoner who was serving a 20-year term for sending insulting text messages about Thailand's royal family. Related StoriesPhilippine ...

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Okay Airways plans to launch regional airline, fleet expansion

Air Transport World  2012-05-08 20:54:35

Tianjin-based Okay Airways (OKA) has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) to launch a regional airline and plans to place a firm order for 20 AVIC-produced MA60 turboprops, according ...

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Dreamliner Makes Biofuel Flight

Air Transport World  2012-05-08 14:14:55

The latest Boeing 787 to be received by All Nippon Airways (ANA) was partially powered on its delivery flight April 17 by biofuel, marking the first time a Dreamliner has used alternative fuel. The flight ...

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Okay Airways plans regional airline, fleet expansion

Air Transport World  2012-05-08 13:45:04

Tianjin-based Okay Airways (OKA) has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) to launch a regional airline and plans to place a firm order for 20 AVIC-produced MA60 turboprops, according ...

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Compact Hotel Opens at Haneda Airport: Overnight JPY 4,900+, Short Stay Rates Too

Airport News Japan  2012-05-08 11:15:00

On April 23, the First Cabin Haneda Terminal 1 compact hotel (Ohta Ward, Tokyo, Tel. 03-5757-8755) opened in Haneda Airport's Te...

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U.S. moves forward on sale of F-35s to Japan

Star-Telegram  2012-05-07 23:54:22

We missed this bit of news last week but the Department of Defense has formally notified Congress that it plans to arrange the sale of F-35 jets by Lockheed Martin to Japan. Japan announced last December ...

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Handle lost items properly, Certis Cisco staff told

The Straits Times  2012-05-06 22:00:00

Two Certis Cisco staff have been told to handle lost-and-found items according to procedure after they threw an Australian tourist's immigration card into a dustbin at Changi Airport's Terminal 1. Related ...

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