In an unexpected turn of events, Singapore’s manufacturing sector experienced a remarkable surge in production, with a 29.1 per cent year-on-year increase in October 2024. This impressive growth was primarily…
SINGAPORE – In a troubling series of events, two men have been sentenced to significant prison terms following their respective convictions for crimes against women. The cases highlight serious concerns…
On 26 November 2024, Australian telco Optus reported yet another emergency call outage, this time affecting around 14,000 users near Melbourne. This incident comes just two months after a severe…
A South Korean-born woman, Hakyung Lee, has been sentenced to life imprisonment in New Zealand for the horrifying murder of her two young children, whose bodies were discovered in suitcases…
Mysterious Case in Phitsanulok In a turn of events that could easily belong to a thriller movie, a 65-year-old woman from Phitsanulok, Thailand, astonished her family and temple staff by…
As Singapore navigates another bustling week, a range of incidents and developments have caught public attention, from tragic accidents to vibrant community changes. Accidents on the Roads A 72-year-old motorcyclist…
At the Clementi 448 Market and Food Centre, an unusual yet effective initiative is taking place as stallholders tackle the longstanding issue of rats. For the past three years, vendors…
The Singapore Police Force has issued directives to technology giants Apple and Google, demanding the implementation of measures to prevent scammers from impersonating government agencies via iMessage and Google Messages.…
Diplomatic relations between Japan and China are at a boiling point as tensions escalate over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan. With both countries on edge,…
SINGAPORE: The abrupt closure of Wan Yang Health Product and Foot Reflexology Centre has left loyal customers in disbelief as they scramble to reclaim their unutilised prepaid packages, which total…
Singapore is set to strengthen its ties with Africa by establishing a new embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on 24 November 2024. This…
Amos Yee, a controversial figure from Singapore, is now in the custody of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after just a few days of being released on parole.…
Amid the global buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized the need for governments to remain realistic about its implications on jobs and livelihoods during a…
In a shocking turn of events, Israel has targeted Hezbollah’s top military chief, Haytham Ali Tabatabai, in an airstrike in Beirut on 23 November 2024, igniting concerns of escalating tensions…
In a shocking series of events, more than 300 children were abducted from St Mary’s Catholic school in Niger State, Nigeria, with reports confirming that at least 50 have managed…
In a significant development for global climate action, Turkey has been confirmed as the host for the COP31 climate summit in 2026, with Australia spearheading the negotiation process. The formal…
Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, is grappling with the aftermath of Cyclone Fina, which recently lashed the region with destructive winds and heavy rainfall. As a category three…
At the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, a hard-fought compromise was reached, marking a critical moment in international climate negotiations. The outcome, however, has sparked mixed reactions, with a…
In a dramatic turn of events, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have voiced their positions on a controversial peace proposal put forth by the United States…
COP30 Climate Talks in Brazil Faces Stalemate Over Fossil Fuels and Climate Finance The COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil, is experiencing a tense deadlock as nations grapple with critical…
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…