In a significant diplomatic move, Marc Fogel, an American schoolteacher, has been released from a Russian prison following negotiations led by US special envoy Steve Witkoff. This unexpected development occurred…
As the world turns its gaze to Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron kicks off a significant technology summit on 10 February 2024. With political leaders and tech titans gathered, the…
In response to a shooting incident at Setia City Mall in Selangor, Malaysia, security measures are set to be intensified across shopping centres nationwide. The shocking event took place on…
In the midst of continuing conflict in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump is eyeing a potential meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a resolution to the war. Both…
KUALA LUMPUR: In a significant policy reversal, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on 7 February 2024 that the government would not introduce proposed guidelines regulating Muslim participation in non-Muslim…
In a heartbreaking turn of events, search efforts are currently focused on a small passenger plane that went missing in Alaska with ten people on board. The Cessna 208B Grand…
A recent collision between a US Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet resulted in the tragic loss of 67 lives, marking it as the deadliest air…
Pope Francis is once again facing health challenges, as he has been diagnosed with bronchitis. The Vatican confirmed on Thursday, 6 February 2024, that the 88-year-old pontiff would continue with…
The first Certificate of Entitlement (COE) bidding exercise for February 2025 saw a further decline in prices, while discussions surrounding public safety and the CMIO model continue to shape Singaporean…
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has introduced its new Maritime Security Unmanned Surface Vessels (MARSEC USVs) to bolster maritime security in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. Unmanned…
Patrons of the Beauty World Food Centre are raising alarms over sanitation issues following confirmed rat sightings. This has led the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and National Environment Agency (NEA)…
In a significant development, three Israeli hostages—Gadi Moses, Arbel Yehud, and Agam Berger—were released from Gaza on 30 January 2024 as part of a continuing hostage-prisoner exchange facilitated by a…
In a dramatic rescue operation on 28 January 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) saved three individuals, including two young children, after a mezzanine floor collapsed at a Toa…
In a collaborative effort to dismantle the rising networks of illegal call centres in Southeast Asia, Thailand and China have announced plans to establish new coordination centres. This move comes…
As the world grapples with ongoing health challenges, President Donald Trump’s recent decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organisation (WHO) has sparked significant discussions. The official…
SINGAPORE: The East Asia Forum, an academic website based in Australia, has come under scrutiny after the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) Office issued a correction direction…
The much-anticipated Hume MRT station on the Downtown Line will officially open to the public on 28 February 2024 at 3pm—much earlier than initially planned. Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat…
In a significant turn of events, Prince Harry has settled his privacy claim against Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN). The settlement, reached just before the trial was set to…
A 42-year-old man has taken centre stage in a high-profile trial at the High Court, accused of raping his wife in November 2020 during a tumultuous period marked by the…
In a significant move shortly after taking office for a second term, US President Donald Trump announced on 20 January 2024 that the United States would withdraw from the World…
A devastating fire broke out at the Grand Kartal Hotel in northwestern Turkey, claiming the lives of at least 10 people and injuring 32 others on 21 January 2024. The…
After a challenging waiting period, homeowners at Punggol Point Cove can finally collect their keys to new flats as all 92 pandemic-delayed Build-To-Order (BTO) projects have been completed. This is…
The social media landscape faces a seismic shift with TikTok’s CEO, Chew Shou Zi, urging for a reprieve amidst an impending ban in the United States. Following a unanimous ruling…
The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Risks Report 2025 reveals that armed conflict reigns as the top concern for the year ahead, significantly impacting economic stability globally. Rising Tensions According…
As we step into 2024, Singaporeans have plenty to talk about! From unexpected MRT mishaps to concert shenanigans, here’s what’s making headlines this week. Peeing in Public: A Smelly Situation…
In a significant development, the Israeli military has recovered the body of Youssef Ziyadne, a Bedouin man taken hostage by Hamas during the attack on 7 October 2023. The discovery,…
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have made significant strides in their bilateral relationship during the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat held in Putrajaya. The leaders…
The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed a troubling development: a patient over 65 years old has died from the H5N1 bird flu, marking the first reported human death from…
A heartwarming story has emerged from Singapore as a 70-year-old man, surnamed Wu, found a lottery ticket worth $10,000 while travelling on bus service 925. Instead of pocketing the prize,…
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani is making waves in the Gulf region with his recent visit to Qatar, less than a month after the ousting of former President Bashar…