The Singapore Food Agency (SFA), Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA), and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) are currently investigating an outbreak of gastroenteritis that has affected 185 individuals across six…
In a significant move reflecting its commitment to international law, Singapore has announced targeted financial sanctions and entry bans on four Israeli individuals. This decision comes amid rising tensions in…
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is all set for an exciting five-day trip, kicking off from 21 November 2024. He’ll be headed to Johannesburg, South Africa, for the G20 Summit, and…
Singapore is getting a boost in its economic outlook for 2025, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) raising the growth forecast to around 4%. This significant revision, up…
In the latest display of his combative approach towards the press, US President Donald Trump ignited controversy after referring to a female journalist as “piggy”. These remarks took place during…
Amos Yee, the controversial Singaporean figure, is poised for deportation from the United States after his recent release from the Danville Correctional Center in Illinois on 20 November 2023. This…
An 88-year-old man, Choo Hoe Chiang, has recently been fined S$3,000 for a bizarre series of incidents involving his neighbour’s air-conditioning unit. The fine was imposed by a Singaporean court…
Alice Guo, a former mayor implicated in a shocking human trafficking scandal, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Philippine court. The verdict, delivered on 20 November 2024, has…
Severe flooding in central Vietnam has resulted in a tragic toll, with at least 16 lives lost and several others missing due to relentless rain since the weekend. The affected…
Following a harrowing incident off the southwestern coast of South Korea, all 267 people aboard the ferry Queen Jenuvia 2 were rescued after the vessel ran aground. The story echoes…
The Singapore national football team’s recent win has sparked discussions both in excitement and controversy. After the Lions achieved a historic 2-1 victory over Hong Kong, securing their first Asian…
As the war in Ukraine continues to drag on into its fourth year, new developments have emerged concerning a peace proposal put forth by the United States. High-level discussions in…
Singapore Lions Make History with Asian Cup Qualification: Cheers for Hariss Harun! The Singapore men’s national football team, affectionately known as the Lions, has recently made waves by qualifying for…
The recent developments in Singapore have sparked interest, particularly with the government’s latest action and upcoming weather patterns. MalaysiaNow Website Blocked In an unusual move, the Singapore Government has issued…
SINGAPORE — As Singapore’s aging rail network requires more extensive upkeep, commuters should brace for longer planned closures of MRT lines. This comes as part of a strategic shift to…
SINGAPORE — The Singapore Lions have made history by securing their first-ever qualification for the Asian Cup, achieving this remarkable feat with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Hong Kong…
In a significant crackdown on wildlife trafficking, authorities at Changi Airport intercepted a record seizure of 35.7 kg of rhinoceros horns earlier this month. This astonishing haul, valued at approximately…
SINGAPORE — In a significant legal outcome, music producer and former Singapore Idol judge Ken Lim, aged 61, has been sentenced to 13 months’ jail for molesting a 25-year-old woman…
As tensions escalate between Israelis and Palestinians, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his government’s stance against the establishment of a Palestinian state while also addressing ongoing violence against Palestinians…
SINGAPORE — A recent report has raised alarm over the potential for remote control of electric public buses in Singapore, specifically those manufactured by Yutong Group. However, the Land Transport…
An Australian man made headlines after his controversial actions at the *Wicked: For Good* Singapore film premiere. Johnson Wen, 26, was sentenced to nine days’ jail for causing a public…
In a bold move, Lee Hsien Yang has publicly objected to the government’s proposal to designate the family home of Singapore’s first prime minister, Lee Kuan Yew, at 38 Oxley…
Political instability continues to rise in Bangladesh, as tensions in Dhaka intensify ahead of a pivotal court verdict regarding the country’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The situation has escalated…
In a recent announcement, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) revealed that Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) rates will increase by S$1 at four expressway locations starting from 2 January 2026. This…
Two Singaporean men, Wayne Soh You Chen, 27, and Brian Sie Eng Fa, 32, have been charged in Singapore with being part of a Cambodia-based scam syndicate. The duo was…
In a remarkable turn of events, Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports (NODX) surged by 22.2 per cent in October compared to the same month last year, according to a report from…
A sombre incident unfolded at the Singapore Regatta Waterfest on 16 November 2024, as a member of the Housing and Development Board (HDB) dragon boat team tragically lost his life.…
SINGAPORE – Law enforcement agencies continue to tackle the rising trend of scams, focusing on those impersonating government officials. This effort has led to the recent arrests of two Singaporean…
The Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) system is almost there! With a remarkable 88 per cent of its renewal programme completed, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) recently confirmed that…
A devastating landslide in Cilacap, Central Java, has left at least 11 people dead and many others unaccounted for, following heavy rains. The incident, which occurred on the evening of…