SINGAPORE: In the first half of 2025, consumers reported a staggering S$108,000 (US$83,842) lost to prepayments in the beauty industry—a remarkable 464 per cent increase from the S$19,000 seen in…
SINGAPORE: In a notable case highlighting tax evasion, two men were charged in court on 5 August 2024 over their alleged involvement in a Goods and Services Tax (GST) missing…
In a significant move regarding maritime security, the Indian Navy has begun patrolling the South China Sea alongside Philippine naval forces for the first time. This joint operation comes at…
The ongoing crisis in Gaza shows no signs of abating, as both humanitarian tragedy and military action unfold. Recent reports highlight a dramatic surge in deaths due to starvation and…
In a heartfelt exchange during the National Day open house at the Istana, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and his wife Jane Ittogi met with seven heroic migrant workers who played a…
On a rainy morning that seemed to echo the mood of the day, property tycoon Ong Beng Seng arrived at the State Courts on 4 August 2024. The 79-year-old, notable…
In a significant operation, five foreign women aged between 21 and 48 were arrested at Changi Airport for suspected drug trafficking. This daring bust, which occurred on 29 July 2024,…
SINGAPORE — Firefighters from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) faced a daunting task during a blaze at Block 229 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh on 29 July 2024. With the…
SINGAPORE: Commuters relying on the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (LRT) should brace for disruptions on two Sundays—31 August and 21 September 2024—as the system undergoes essential testing of its…
In a decisive move against the rising issue of etomidate-laced vapes, Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is stepping up to support the Health Sciences Authority (HSA). According to Coordinating…
In a shocking event that rattled New York City, Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old man with a history of mental health issues, opened fire in a Midtown skyscraper on 28 July…
In a significant diplomatic move, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on 29 July 2024 that the UK is poised to recognise a Palestinian state during the upcoming United Nations…
In an intense week for news, the Singapore Police have made significant arrests, while food lovers celebrate the unveiling of a new hawker centre in Punggol. Police Make Arrests for…
Indian security forces have recently taken action against those responsible for a deadly attack on Hindu tourists in Jammu and Kashmir. Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday, 29 July…
A fire broke out in a Housing and Development Board (HDB) flat in Toa Payoh on 29 July 2024, triggering a significant response from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).…
A former preschool teacher has been sentenced to nine months and two weeks in jail after exhibiting troubling behaviour toward a toddler under her care. Saiidah Kamarudin, 34, pleaded guilty…
In a historic move, two prominent Israeli human rights organisations have accused the Israeli government of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel, in…
In an assertive stance, Kim Yo-jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has declared that North Korea holds no interest in reconciliation with South Korea. This follows…
In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Thailand has accused Cambodia of violating a ceasefire agreement, following a recent series of clashes that have left many civilians affected. This developing conflict…
On 28 July 2024, senior officials from the United States and China met in Stockholm to tackle ongoing economic disputes that sit at the heart of their trade war. The…
In a heartwarming incident demonstrating the spirit of community, seven migrant workers were recognised for their bravery in rescuing a woman from a sinkhole at Tanjong Katong Road South. The…
In a tragic incident that sent shockwaves through Bangkok, six people lost their lives during a shooting at the popular Or Tor Kor Market on 28 July 2024. The gunman,…
In a bid to resolve ongoing tensions, the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia are set to meet for peace talks in Kuala Lumpur on 28 July 2024. This follows multiple…
A sinkhole that appeared in Tanjong Katong on 26 July 2024, has led to significant disruptions and safety measures being implemented by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) and other authorities.…
India has taken a significant step in global trade by signing a landmark trade agreement with Britain, marking a pivotal moment in its economic strategy. Described by Prime Minister Narendra…
A remarkable scene unfolded on Tanjong Katong Road South on 26 July 2024, when quick-thinking workers rescued a female driver whose car fell into a sudden sinkhole. The event was…
A Singaporean doctor in Australia, Dr Ryan Cho, has been hit with five additional charges regarding allegations of secretly filming his colleagues in hospital toilets. The new charges include producing…
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire, with reports of severe food shortages and increasing malnutrition rates among children. As the crisis unfolds, the head of the UN agency for…
A shocking incident occurred on the evening of 26 July 2024, when a sinkhole appeared at Tanjong Katong Road, leading to a vehicle plunging into the water-filled cavity. Fortunately, the…
In a timely discourse on energy innovation, Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), remarked on Singapore’s unique position to adopt nuclear energy in…