Kawal Pal Singh Rules Out Candidacy for General Election 2025
SINGAPORE: In a recent announcement, Kawal Pal Singh, a lawyer and nephew of former People’s Action Party (PAP) MP Inderjit Singh, confirmed he will not be contesting in the upcoming…
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President Tharman Shanmugaratnam Officially Begins Election Process in Singapore
On 15 April 2024, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam dissolved Parliament, officially marking the commencement of the 14th General Election in Singapore. This historic event paves the way for the first election…
Jair Bolsonaro Faces Sixth Surgery Amid Political Controversy
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is currently on the mend after undergoing his sixth surgery for ongoing intestinal issues stemming from a stabbing incident during his 2018 campaign. He was…
Leaders Mourn the Passing of Former Malaysian PM Abdullah Ahmad Badawi
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, affectionately known as Pak Lah, passed away on 14 April 2024 at the age of 85. His death was reported at 7.10 pm…
PAP Unveils New Team for Sengkang GRC Ahead of 2024 Elections
The People’s Action Party (PAP) has officially announced its candidates for the Sengkang Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in the upcoming General Election, scheduled before 23 November 2024. The four-member team…
Migrant Workers Honoured for Heroic Rescue during River Valley Fire Incident
A tragic fire at a River Valley shophouse claimed the life of a 10-year-old girl and injured 21 others on 8 April 2024. The quick actions of several migrant workers,…
Man Arrested for Allegedly Stealing S$50,000 from Wedding Money Boxes
A man’s alleged brazen act of theft during a wedding reception has left many stunned. The 36-year-old will face charges in court for reportedly stealing two money boxes that contained…
Ransomware Attack Exposes Customer Data at DBS Bank and Bank of China Singapore
SINGAPORE – A recent ransomware attack targeting printing vendor Toppan Next Tech has raised concerns over customer data security at two major banks, DBS Bank and Bank of China, Singapore.…
Robert Ng and Children Designated as Politically Significant Persons under Foreign Interference Law
In an important move, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced that Singaporean billionaire Robert Ng Chee Siong and his three children will be designated as politically significant persons…
North Korea Hosts First International Marathon in Six Years Amid Eased Restrictions
North Korea has officially reopened its doors to the international community with the return of the Pyongyang International Marathon after a six-year hiatus. This event saw athletes from various countries,…
Nutri-Grade Labels to Be Mandatory for Sodium-Rich Foods by 2027
SINGAPORE: From mid-2027, instant noodles, cooking oils, and other sodium-heavy products will be required to display Nutri-Grade labels, categorising them from A to D based on their nutritional quality. This…
Singapore Police Collaborate in Major Crackdown on Online Child Exploitation
In a significant cross-border operation against online child sexual exploitation, Singapore Police have arrested 21 men, part of a larger group of 435 individuals detained across six Asian jurisdictions. This…
Hungary Withdraws from ICC Amid Netanyahu’s Controversial Visit
In a significant political move, Hungary has announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This decision comes just as Prime Minister Viktor Orban hosted Israeli Prime…
Gas Pipeline Blaze in Selangor Affects Dozens on Hari Raya
In a shocking turn of events on the second day of Hari Raya, a massive explosion at a Petronas gas pipeline in Selangor’s Putra Heights left at least 33 injured…
Youth Extremism: Two Singaporean Teenagers Radicalised Under ISA
SINGAPORE: Concerns are mounting as two Singaporean teenagers have been radicalised and subsequently dealt with under the Internal Security Act (ISA). Among them is a 15-year-old girl, marking her as…
GrabCab Set to Shake Up Singapore’s Taxi Scene with New Street-Hail Licence
Grab is diving deeper into the Singapore transport scene as it officially launches its GrabCab service. On 2 April 2024, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) awarded GrabCab a Street-Hail Service…
Trump’s Tensions with Canada and Russia: Global Diplomacy in Focus
US President Donald Trump has recently been navigating turbulent waters, engaging in significant phone calls with both Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Russian leader Vladimir Putin. As tensions escalate…
King Charles III Hospitalised After Cancer Treatment Side Effects
King Charles III was hospitalised briefly on 27 March 2024 after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, as confirmed in a statement from Buckingham Palace. Following medical…
K Shanmugam Responds to Sisters’ Disruption at Chong Pang Meet-The-People Session
K Shanmugam, Singapore’s Minister for Law and Home Affairs, has decided not to file a police report against two sisters who disrupted his Meet-The-People Session (MPS) in Chong Pang on…
Senators Call for Inquiry into Sensitive Signal Chat Oversight Amid National Security Concerns
A leaked exchange among top officials from the Trump administration has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation into national security protocols. The conversation, which occurred on the encrypted messaging…
Search Continues for Missing US Army Soldiers in Lithuania
Four US Army soldiers have gone missing during a training exercise in Lithuania, with search operations currently underway. The incident took place near Pabrade, a town located in eastern Lithuania,…
US Delegation’s Greenland Visit Sparks Controversy Amid Trump’s Annexation Ideas
The tensions between the United States and Greenland are heating up as a high-profile US delegation prepares to visit the semi-autonomous territory, a move that’s being perceived as provocative by…
Red Dot United Prepares for Jurong Central SMC Contest: A New Political Landscape
As the political landscape shifts in Jurong, the newly carved Jurong Central Single Member Constituency (SMC) is poised to become a battleground in the upcoming General Election. Red Dot United…
Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Female and African IOC President
Kirsty Coventry has shattered glass ceilings in the world of sports governance by becoming the first female and African president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This milestone event occurred…
Jerome Powell Stresses Caution Amid Economic Uncertainty and Trump Administration Policies
In a recent announcement, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell held interest rates steady amidst swirling uncertainties stemming from the Trump administration’s economic policies. While Fed officials expect to trim borrowing…
Pope Francis Faces Health Challenge While Continuing His Papacy Reforms
Pope Francis is currently hospitalised at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, battling double pneumonia. As the 88-year-old pontiff continues his recovery, the Vatican has been transparent about his condition, providing regular…
Confrontations at Changi: Two Men Face Charges for Disturbances
In a troubling display of anger at Changi Airport, two men have been charged for separate incidents of abusive and threatening behaviour towards airport staff. With one occurrence linked to…
Scammers Steal $1.7 Million by Impersonating Financial Institutions in Singapore
SINGAPORE — In a worrying trend, scammers have reportedly deceived victims out of at least $1.7 million since January 2024, targeting individuals with false claims of outstanding insurance premiums. This…
Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam Responds to Activist Disruptions at Meet-the-People Sessions
A recent spate of disruptive activities at People’s Action Party (PAP) Meet-the-People Sessions (MPS) has prompted a strong response from Home Affairs and Law Minister K Shanmugam. He addressed the…
Militants Take Hostages on Train in Pakistan: A Hostage Crisis Unfolds
In a shocking incident in south-west Pakistan, the Jaffar Express was hijacked by militants from the separatist group Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). The train, which embarked from Quetta and was…