In a heartbreaking incident early on 1 January 2024, a fire caused by an explosion in the popular bar Le Constellation in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left several people dead and…
In a historic moment for New York City, Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the city’s first Muslim and first South Asian mayor on 1 January 2024. His inauguration, taking…
Pritam Singh, the chief of the Workers’ Party (WP) and Leader of the Opposition, delivered a thought-provoking New Year’s message on 31 December 2023, stressing the urgency for checks and…
Auckland kicked off 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display, but celebrated with a dampened atmosphere due to rain. Sydney, following closely behind as Australia’s largest city, held its celebrations under…
The countdown to the New Year in Singapore is gearing up, with crowds expected to flock to popular spots like Marina Bay and Kallang. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is…
SINGAPORE: A shift is on the horizon for One Punggol Hawker Centre as its current operator, Timbre+, will hand over the reins to a new operator by January 2026. This…
In a significant development on the Asia-Pacific front, Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers who were held since July. This release comes as part of a renewed ceasefire agreement between…
In an unfortunate turn of events for holiday travelers, Eurostar suspended all train services on 30 December 2024 due to a significant power supply issue in the Channel Tunnel. This…
BANGKOK—A renewed ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has barely held on past the initial 72-hour mark set to secure a more lasting peace. This agreement, initiated on 30 December 2024,…
The Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) will see a full-day closure on 25 January 2024, as part of its ongoing upgrade and renewal programme. This decision, announced by the…
Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a tragic car accident in Nigeria’s Ogun State on 29 December 2023. The collision resulted in the deaths of two individuals,…
A recent boating tragedy near Indonesia’s Komodo National Park has resulted in the loss of Spanish football coach Fernando Martín and his three children. The coach, affiliated with Valencia CF,…
A 39-year-old Malaysian man was arrested at Woodlands Checkpoint after attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of drugs, including over 3.2kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice. This incident occurred…
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has recently issued dual alerts regarding the rise of scam variants targeting both individuals and online sellers. With increasing cases reported, the authorities are urging…
Two devastating transport accidents in Central America have resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries. The incidents, occurring just days apart, have raised concerns over transport safety in the region. A…
A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of Indonesia when a tourist boat sank, leaving a Spanish family of four missing. This occurred in the Padar Island Strait near Labuan…
A 27-year-old man, Mohamed Basheer Hanif Mohamed, was sentenced to 12 weeks in jail on 26 December 2023 after pleading guilty to dishonest misappropriation. This decision comes after Basheer refused…
In a disturbing incident earlier this week, a 43-year-old Chinese Australian woman was arrested for allegedly spray painting offensive words at The Salvation Army’s Praisehaven centre in Upper Bukit Timah.…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a pivotal meeting with US President Donald Trump to tackle sensitive negotiations surrounding a future peace deal with Russia. Following a recent round…
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced the cancellation of several flights to and from New York as a heavy winter storm is set to blanket the city. As noted by the…
The ongoing border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand has escalated dramatically as both nations accuse each other of intensifying military operations. The clashes have resulted in numerous casualties and displacements,…
Pope Leo XIV delivered a heartfelt Christmas message on 25 December 2024, calling for courage and dialogue between Russia and Ukraine and highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. Plea…
Tarique Rahman, the political heavyweight and acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in self-imposed exile. His much-anticipated homecoming on 25 December…
On 24 December 2024, a coalition of fourteen nations, including France, Britain, and Germany, voiced strong disapproval of Israel’s recent approval for nineteen new Jewish settlements in the occupied West…
A chaotic scene unfolded in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, as four Singaporeans, including part-time actor P. Suresh, found themselves in hot water following a series of brawls. The incidents not only…
SINGAPORE: The legal community is mourning the loss of M Ravi, a prominent human rights lawyer known for his advocacy and pro bono work, who passed away at the age…
SINGAPORE: The Law Society of Singapore (LawSoc) has officially appointed Professor Tan Cheng Han as its new president for 2026, concluding a weeks-long debate regarding the presidency. This transition follows…
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur High Court has declined former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s appeal to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. This ruling follows a…
A devastating crash involving a small Mexican Navy aircraft off the Texas coast near Galveston has resulted in the loss of six lives, including a 2-year-old burn victim. The plane,…
Recent discussions among Israeli leaders have drawn attention to rising antisemitism in Western countries and the complexities surrounding Israel’s military and resettlement strategies regarding the Gaza Strip. Defence Minister’s Remarks…