Flight delays at Changi Airport are getting a comprehensive response with the launch of a new initiative by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the National Environment Agency…
The world of advanced technology is buzzing as the United States navigates its complex relationship with China, particularly concerning artificial intelligence chips. In a noteworthy development, former President Donald Trump…
SINGAPORE — Elgin Ng, a former photographer at the National Dental Centre of Singapore (NDCS), has been sentenced to two years and three months in jail for taking over 600…
Regular train services on Singapore’s MRT East-West Line (EWL) will resume from the start of passenger services on Monday, 8 December 2024, a day ahead of schedule, according to the…
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to India commenced on 4 December 2024, marking a significant attempt to bolster defence ties amidst escalating pressure from the United States. Prime Minister…
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has announced that from 1 January 2026, food handlers will no longer need to wear masks or spit guards as part of licensing conditions. This…
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met on 4 December 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore to assess the evolving relationship between the two nations.…
Singapore’s cultural landscape witnessed significant changes as Khir Johari’s book on Malay gastronomy clinched a prestigious accolade, while a scheme for foreign performing artistes is set to end due to…
Cordlife Group is currently facing civil claims of at least S$5.45 million (approximately US$4.2 million) from clients after reports emerged of improper storage of their cord blood units (CBUs). On…
As Singapore prepares to host the 12th Singapore-Malaysia Leaders’ Retreat at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore hotel on 4 December 2024, residents should be aware of notable changes in public transport…
The former director of Agritrade International, Ng Say Peck, has been arrested and charged after evading authorities for over five years. The 72-year-old Singaporean was apprehended on 1 December 2024…
KOTA KINABALU: The recent election results in Sabah have set the stage for a dramatic political landscape, with the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition poised to establish the next state…
In a shocking turn of events, 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal is facing first-degree murder charges after the tragic shooting of two National Guard members in Washington D.C. on 26…
You can’t tell me that you’ve never wondered just how the late playwright Tom Stoppard managed to make theatre both intellectually stimulating and thoroughly enjoyable. Stoppard once remarked, “Theatre is…
A shooting incident in Washington DC has sparked a fierce debate about asylum policies in the United States. The attack, which resulted in the tragic deaths of two service members…
Airlines globally are engaged in a race against time to address a significant software issue affecting their Airbus A320 jets, with operations in Asia and Europe already feeling the impact…
A fierce cyclone, named Ditwah, has wreaked havoc across Sri Lanka, leading to devastating casualties and displacements. On 28 November 2024, the nation grapples with the aftermath of the storm,…
The Singapore Sports Hub has officially rebranded as The Kallang, a move aimed at honouring Singapore’s rich sporting heritage while expanding its identity. This transition, announced on 28 November 2023,…
Taiwan’s government recently announced a substantial new defence budget of US$40 billion (S$52 million), with plans for significant arms purchases from the United States. This move underscores Taiwan’s commitment to…
SINGAPORE – In a troubling series of events, two men have been sentenced to significant prison terms following their respective convictions for crimes against women. The cases highlight serious concerns…
In a shocking turn of events, Israel has targeted Hezbollah’s top military chief, Haytham Ali Tabatabai, in an airstrike in Beirut on 23 November 2024, igniting concerns of escalating tensions…
Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, is grappling with the aftermath of Cyclone Fina, which recently lashed the region with destructive winds and heavy rainfall. As a category three…
Singapore is getting a boost in its economic outlook for 2025, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) raising the growth forecast to around 4%. This significant revision, up…
As the war in Ukraine continues to drag on into its fourth year, new developments have emerged concerning a peace proposal put forth by the United States. High-level discussions in…
As tensions escalate between Israelis and Palestinians, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his government’s stance against the establishment of a Palestinian state while also addressing ongoing violence against Palestinians…
An Australian man made headlines after his controversial actions at the *Wicked: For Good* Singapore film premiere. Johnson Wen, 26, was sentenced to nine days’ jail for causing a public…
Political instability continues to rise in Bangladesh, as tensions in Dhaka intensify ahead of a pivotal court verdict regarding the country’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The situation has escalated…
Two Singaporean men, Wayne Soh You Chen, 27, and Brian Sie Eng Fa, 32, have been charged in Singapore with being part of a Cambodia-based scam syndicate. The duo was…
SINGAPORE – Law enforcement agencies continue to tackle the rising trend of scams, focusing on those impersonating government officials. This effort has led to the recent arrests of two Singaporean…
The Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) system is almost there! With a remarkable 88 per cent of its renewal programme completed, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) recently confirmed that…