In a recent report by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), significant shifts in local agricultural production have been highlighted. While egg production has surged, the overall figures for vegetables and…
Former Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean is set to successor Lim Boon Heng as the new Chairman of Temasek Holdings, with a transition date marked for 9 October 2024. Teo,…
In a disappointing turn of events, Japanese startup ispace‘s uncrewed lunar lander, Resilience, has failed to establish communication following its touchdown attempt on 6 June 2024. This mission marked ispace’s…
The Immigrations and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and Singapore Land Authority (SLA) have announced exciting plans to expand the Woodlands Checkpoint, aiming to ease the chronic congestion at this vital land…
In a heartbreaking turn of events, the search for Jordan Johnson-Doyle, a 25-year-old British backpacker, has ended tragically. The young man, who went missing in Kuala Lumpur, was discovered deceased…
SINGAPORE — In a significant twist, former Inter-Pacific Petroleum (IPP) director Goh Jin Hian has emerged victorious in the Court of Appeal, which on 5 June 2024 overturned a previous…
GrabCab Launches Taxi Services in Singapore with Unique Driver Incentives SINGAPORE: GrabCab is set to hit the roads in July 2024, introducing a fleet of 40 hybrid Toyota Prius taxis…
In a groundbreaking collaborative effort, law enforcement agencies from seven Asian territories have successfully apprehended over 1,800 individuals during a month-long anti-scam operation. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) announced this…
SINGAPORE — A 22-year-old man, Azim Shah Abubakar Shah, has been charged for allegedly making a bomb hoax while aboard a flight preparing to depart from Changi Airport. The incident…
Brazil is grappling with the fallout from bird flu outbreaks, impacting its status as the world’s largest chicken meat exporter. Recent tests on a commercial farm in Anta Gorda returned…
SINGAPORE — In a deeply distressing case that has drawn public attention, Kyal Kyal Tun, a 39-year-old maid from Myanmar, was sentenced to one year in jail on 4 June…
The trial of Erin Patterson, a 50-year-old Australian woman accused of murdering three elderly relatives with poisoned mushrooms, is captivating the public. The case, which revolves around a fatal lunch…
The United Nations General Assembly has recently elected five new members to the Security Council, with significant discussions surrounding the ongoing crisis in Gaza. As the UN body prepares for…
South Korea’s political landscape is set for significant transformation with the inauguration of President Lee Jae-myung, who took office on 4 June 2024, following a decisive win in a snap…
In a dramatic turn of events, Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right Partij voor de Vrijheid (PVV), has withdrawn his party from the Dutch government coalition, likely setting the stage…
SINGAPORE: Recent investigations by the National Parks Board (NParks) into the deaths of community cats in Yishun and Punggol suggest that vehicular accidents may be to blame, rather than any…
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has recently put the brakes on two persistent pieces of misinformation circulating online about COVID-19 in Singapore. Clarifying Autopsy Claims In a press release issued…
SINGAPORE: The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has imposed a hefty S$3 million fine on public transport operator SMRT following a significant disruption in train services on the East-West Line (EWL)…
The military junta in Myanmar has announced an extension of its humanitarian ceasefire following a devastating earthquake that occurred in late March 2024, resulting in significant loss of life and…
A recent court ruling has brought a measure of justice to a chilling case of domestic violence in Singapore. Cheng Guoyuan, 49, was sentenced to 19 years in prison, along…
In an intriguing turn of events, two separate incidents unraveled in Singapore earlier this month, highlighting the city-state’s challenges with road rage and corruption. Road Rage Incident Ends with Jail…
SINGAPORE: A power outage struck parts of Hougang on Monday morning, 2 June 2024, leaving residents and businesses without electricity for about 14 minutes. According to the Energy Market Authority…
SINGAPORE: In a significant political move, Malaysia’s Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz, has resigned from the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) to join Prime Minister Anwar…
In a surprising turn of events, Karol Nawrocki has emerged victorious in Poland’s presidential election, defeating liberal contender Rafal Trzaskowski. With 50.89 per cent of the votes, Nawrocki’s win signals…
As the second round of peace talks is set to take place in Istanbul, the intensity of conflict between Ukraine and Russia has not relented. Recent days have seen significant…
As South Koreans gear up for a snap presidential election, early voting has seen unprecedented turnout. Over 3 million voters cast their ballots, signalling a deep engagement in the political…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused Russia of continuing a trend of deception in peace negotiations as Kyiv awaits the promised delivery of a peace proposal. During a recent address, Zelenskiy…
SINGAPORE: French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his two-day state visit to Singapore on 29 May 2024, celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between France and Singapore. Accompanied by his…
SINGAPORE: A ransomware attack has compromised the personal information of at least 146 Income Insurance policy holders, as reported by DataPost, the data handling service provider responsible for their documents.…
KUALA LUMPUR: In a historic first, leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and China convened on 27 May 2024, aimed at forging…