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…
In a heart-wrenching incident in Stockholm on 14 November 2024, a double-decker bus ploughed into a queue of commuters at a bus stop during the busy afternoon rush hour. Authorities…
Recent remarks by Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan have ignited a diplomatic crisis with China. During a parliamentary session, Takaichi suggested that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could…
As tensions rise once again between Thailand and Cambodia, Malaysia steps in, offering a neutral ground for peace talks. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the announcement, emphasising both nations’ leaders’…
Two tragic incidents in Singapore have resulted in the deaths of two men this past week, raising concerns about safety and responsibility on our roads and within our communities. Slashing…
SINGAPORE — A 42-year-old woman found herself on the wrong side of the law after she was sentenced to one week in jail for lying about her address to secure priority…
Singapore officially launched the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on 12 November 2024, with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasising its crucial role in bolstering the nation’s preparedness for future pandemics. Addressing…
A Chinese woman known as the “goddess of wealth” has been sentenced to 11 years and eight months in prison for her role in a multibillion-dollar bitcoin scam that defrauded…
In a span of just two days, two road accidents in Singapore involving cars and motorcycles have resulted in several people being hospitalised, raising concerns about road safety. Accident on…
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been released from prison after a brief incarceration, during which he described his experience as a ‘nightmare’. This decision comes as he awaits the…
On 10 November 2024, entertainment group mm2 Asia revealed that United Overseas Bank (UOB) has issued letters of demand for the repayment of approximately S$74.6 million (US$57 million) from the…
SINGAPORE — In a harrowing case that has shaken the community, former preschool cook Teo Guan Huat has been sentenced to nine years, four months, and seven weeks in jail…
In a passionate response, Law Minister Edwin Tong has vehemently rejected Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh’s recent assertion that the “court of public opinion can be a bigger court…
In a significant move for Singapore’s historical narrative, the government has announced plans to gazette the 38 Oxley Road site—home of founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew—as a national monument.…
In a surprising twist, Zohran Mamdani—a self-proclaimed democratic socialist and former foreclosure prevention counsellor—has emerged as the new Mayor of New York City. At just 34 years old, he promises…
KUALA LUMPUR: The tragic death of Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh Yu-hsin has taken a dark turn, as authorities officially reclassify her case as murder. Hsieh, known as the ‘nurse goddess’,…
The appeal of Pritam Singh, Leader of the Opposition and secretary-general of the Workers’ Party, is making waves as he battles against his conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee.…
In a significant but somber development, Israel announced it had received the remains of three additional hostages from Hamas as part of the ongoing hostage-prisoner exchange linked to a US-brokered…
In a crucial meeting on 30 October 2024, US President Donald Trump will rendezvous with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss trade relations and other pressing global issues. This marks…
KUALA LUMPUR: Hundreds of protestors gathered in Malaysia’s capital on 24 October 2024 to voice their opposition to United States President Donald Trump’s upcoming attendance at the Association of Southeast…
An internet outage on 20 October 2024 caused widespread disruption across global services reliant on Amazon Web Services (AWS), leading to significant challenges for users and businesses alike. Details of…
In a surprising turn of events, Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached an agreement for an immediate ceasefire following intense clashes along their border that escalated in mid-October 2024. This agreement…
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has issued a serious alert regarding increasing scams targeting residents through social media platforms and email impersonation, leading to significant financial losses. Livestream Scams on…
As US President Donald Trump prepares to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Washington, seeking military support to enhance Ukraine’s defences against ongoing…
In a significant development, the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold as plans for the release of hostages unfold. US President Donald Trump is set to address Israel’s…