Rare Discovery: Unseen Chopin Waltz Found at Morgan Library
In a remarkable find, a previously undiscovered waltz by the renowned composer Frederic Chopin has been unearthed in the vault of The Morgan Library and Museum in New York. Written…
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Biden and Harris Navigate Complicated Campaign Dynamics in Final Days Before Election
As the 2024 US Presidential Election approaches, President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris find themselves in a tight spot. With just days to go, their campaign strategies are pulling…
Israel Bans UNRWA as Ceasefire Talks with Hamas Intensify
On 28 October 2024, Israel’s parliament approved a controversial bill to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) amid ongoing discussions…
Rising Tensions: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Issues Warnings to Israel Amid UN Security Council Discussions
Tensions in the Middle East have intensified as Iran’s top military leader, Hossein Salami, issued a stark warning to Israel following its recent attacks on Iranian military sites. The increasing…
Volkswagen’s Major Restructuring Plans: Thousands of Jobs at Risk
Volkswagen is embarking on a drastic overhaul, with plans to shutter at least three factories in Germany and potentially lay off tens of thousands of staff, according to Daniela Cavallo,…
Murder Suspect Toh Chee Hong Revisits Crime Scene at Clementi Avenue
In a tragic incident that has shocked the Clementi community, Toh Chee Hong, a 50-year-old man, has been charged with the murder of grassroots volunteer Winson Khoo, 41. On 28…
Georgia’s Election Fallout: Protests Erupt Amid Allegations of Fraud
The recent parliamentary elections in Georgia have triggered a wave of protests as allegations of fraud and irregularities surface. Following the results of the 26 October 2024 vote—which saw the…
Tensions Rise: Israel’s Strikes on Iranian Military Targets Explained
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Israel has carried out military strikes against Iranian targets on 26 October 2024, responding to a recent barrage of ballistic missiles launched by Iran…
Court Actions Taken Against Vernon Yang and Thanesh Murugan in Separate Cases
SINGAPORE – Legal troubles are piling up for two individuals as their recent actions land them before the courts. From threats of violence to illegal crossings, these incidents reflect ongoing…
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Emphasises AI’s Role at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong believes in the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and is committed to supporting fellow Commonwealth states in leveraging technology for development. Speaking at the Commonwealth…
Cyclone Dana Ravages Eastern India: No Casualties Yet
A severe cyclonic storm, Dana, made landfall on India’s eastern coast just after midnight on 25 October 2024, bringing with it devastating winds and heavy rains. Thankfully, authorities have reported…
Calls for Justice as 20 Years Pass Since Tak Bai Massacre in Thailand
NARATHIWAT, Thailand — On the somber anniversary of the Tak Bai massacre, families and survivors gathered to remember the tragic deaths of 78 individuals who suffocated in army trucks after…
Rohingya Refugees Rescued Off Indonesia’s Coast: Humanitarian Efforts Continue
BANDA ACEH: In a significant humanitarian effort, over 150 Rohingya refugees, including women and children, were rescued off the coast of Indonesia after a harrowing ordeal at sea. This rescue…
Navigating Italy’s Political Landscape: Meloni, Berlusconi, and the Challenges Ahead
Navigating Italy’s Political Landscape: Meloni, Berlusconi, and the Challenges Ahead As Italy gears up for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, Marina Berlusconi, daughter of the late prime minister Silvio Berlusconi,…
Najib Razak Issues Rare Apology Amid Ongoing 1MDB Scandal
Former PM Expresses Remorse Over 1MDB KUALA LUMPUR — In a surprising move, former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak publicly apologised to the Malaysian people regarding the notorious 1Malaysia Development…
Hungary’s Opposition Party Tisza Surges Ahead in Polls Amid Economic Turmoil
Hungary’s Opposition Party Tisza Surges Ahead in Polls Amid Economic Turmoil For the first time since 2010, Hungary’s opposition Tisza party has overtaken Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s ruling Fidesz party…
Concerns Rise as North Korea Allegedly Deploys Troops to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict
Recent reports indicate that North Korea may have sent troops to Russia to assist in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, raising significant alarm among U.S. and South Korean officials. According…
Tropical Storm Trami Causes Catastrophic Flooding in the Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami Causes Catastrophic Flooding in the Philippines As Tropical Storm Trami wreaks havoc across the Philippines, at least seven lives have been lost, and thousands have been forced…
Sylvia Lim and Quah Kim Song Set to Marry in January 2025
The bells of St Mary of the Angels will chime joyfully as Sylvia Lim, chair of the Workers’ Party, is all set to marry her long-time partner Quah Kim Song…
Kang Pue Hua Sentenced for Fraud Linked to Online Romance Scam
A 75-year-old woman, Kang Pue Hua, has been sentenced to five weeks in jail after falling victim to an online scam. She opened a bank account for her ‘online boyfriend’…
Tragic Death of Italian Surfer Giulia Manfrini in Indonesia
SINGAPORE: The surfing community is mourning the loss of 36-year-old Giulia Manfrini, an Italian surfer who tragically died after being struck by a swordfish while surfing off the west coast…
Harris Critiques Trump as Campaign Ramps Up in North Carolina
The race for the US presidency is heating up as Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican rival Donald Trump hit the campaign trail. On 21 October 2024, both candidates delivered…
Singapore to Wave Goodbye to Push Buttons by 2025
SINGAPORE – Get ready to wave your hands at traffic lights instead of pushing buttons! From the fourth quarter of 2025, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) will be replacing all…
Elon Musk’s Controversial Million-Dollar Giveaways Spark Investigation Calls
Billionaire Elon Musk is under the spotlight again after his ambitious plan to give away US$1 million (S$1.31 million) each day until the upcoming election. This came to light during…
US Probes Leak of Classified Documents on Israel’s Iran Response
In a pivotal moment for US-Israel relations, a leak of sensitive intelligence documents has rattled officials as they investigate the implications of Israel’s military preparations against Iran. House Speaker Mike…
Cuban Power Crisis: Residents Despair Amid Nationwide Blackouts
Cubans are reeling from a nationwide blackout that has now entered its third day, leaving many without electricity, cash, and basic supplies. The frustration is palpable as residents express feelings…
Prabowo Subianto Sworn In as Indonesia’s New President
JAKARTA — On 20 October 2024, Prabowo Subianto will officially take over the presidency of Indonesia, becoming the nation’s eighth leader after a landslide victory in the February elections. The…
Hamas Leader Sinwar Killed: Implications for Gaza and Beyond
On 18 October 2024, the news of Yahya Sinwar’s death reverberated through the Middle East, stirring mixed reactions among various factions fighting in Gaza and Lebanon. Sinwar, the leader of…