Protests in Iran have erupted, challenging the very fabric of the Islamic Republic, as the government struggles to contain both civil unrest and international scrutiny. Following economic grievances, peaceful demonstrations…
SINGAPORE: Hwa Chong Institution is facing a whirlwind of criticism over its new canteen programme, which has students questioning the quality of their meals. The backlash began when photos of…
As Malaysia ramps up its fight against littering, three Singaporeans recently found themselves facing mandatory community service after being caught during enforcement operations in Johor Bahru. This is part of…
In a dramatic escalation of rhetoric, Colombian President Gustavo Petro declared his readiness to “take up arms” against threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. This confrontation follows a series of…
Singapore’s food delivery scene is taking to the skies! Grab has kicked off a three-month pilot program for drone deliveries in Tanjong Rhu, aiming to enhance delivery efficiency using autonomous…
BANGKOK: Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have escalated as the Thai army reported a violation of a 10-day-old ceasefire on 6 January 2024. According to a statement from the Thai…
A customer relations officer at Marina Square has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for fraudulently securing nearly S$28,000 in e-vouchers meant for use at the shopping mall. Aravindran…
Residents living at the Flame Tree Park condominium in Sin Ming were in for a surprise on New Year’s Day when they turned on their taps to find brown and…
In a heartbreaking incident early on 1 January 2024, a fire caused by an explosion in the popular bar Le Constellation in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has left several people dead and…
Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a tragic car accident in Nigeria’s Ogun State on 29 December 2023. The collision resulted in the deaths of two individuals,…
A recent boating tragedy near Indonesia’s Komodo National Park has resulted in the loss of Spanish football coach Fernando Martín and his three children. The coach, affiliated with Valencia CF,…
A 39-year-old Malaysian man was arrested at Woodlands Checkpoint after attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of drugs, including over 3.2kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice. This incident occurred…
A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of Indonesia when a tourist boat sank, leaving a Spanish family of four missing. This occurred in the Padar Island Strait near Labuan…
The ongoing border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand has escalated dramatically as both nations accuse each other of intensifying military operations. The clashes have resulted in numerous casualties and displacements,…
SINGAPORE: The Law Society of Singapore (LawSoc) has officially appointed Professor Tan Cheng Han as its new president for 2026, concluding a weeks-long debate regarding the presidency. This transition follows…
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur High Court has declined former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s appeal to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. This ruling follows a…
A devastating crash involving a small Mexican Navy aircraft off the Texas coast near Galveston has resulted in the loss of six lives, including a 2-year-old burn victim. The plane,…
The latest happenings in Singapore have certainly made waves, with everything from transport updates to heartwarming stories capturing our attention. If you’re looking to keep up with the buzz, here’s…
Singapore’s ride-hailing landscape is getting a boost as the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has officially converted Geolah and Trans-Cab’s provisional licences into full three-year licences. This announcement was made on…
SINGAPORE: Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, is set to travel to Kuala Lumpur on 22 December 2024 for a critical ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting focusing on the…
TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has taken a significant step to secure its position in the US market by signing a deal with three major investors. This new joint venture…
The Singaporean community in Hong Kong has come together to raise HK$1.8 million (S$304,000) for the victims of a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, which claimed…
As Myanmar’s political landscape remains tumultuous, concerns are growing for Aung San Suu Kyi’s health. Her son, Kim Aris, has voiced his distress over the lack of communication with his…
On 15 December 2024, reports confirmed that eight passengers and a bus captain remained in hospital following a serious collision between two public buses in Jurong West. The incident occurred…
In a heartfelt response to the tragic Bondi Beach shooting, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has reached out to his Australian counterpart, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, to express condolences. The…
SINGAPORE: In a significant gesture of solidarity, the Singapore government has announced it will contribute US$100,000 (S$129,000) to support the Singapore Red Cross‘ (SRC) public fundraising efforts for humanitarian aid…
The debut of Malaysia’s Electric Train Service (ETS) to Johor Bahru has commuters buzzing with excitement. After years in the making, this sleek, modern train promises to revolutionise travel between…
SINGAPORE: The latest labour market statistics reveal a complex landscape for job seekers and employers alike. According to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), job vacancies eased to 69,200 in September,…
Although Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado remains in hiding, her recent Nobel Peace Prize recognition has stirred both hope and concern among her supporters. On 10 December 2024, Machado’s…
In an eventful weekend for the Traffic Police and the Bedok Police Division, two separate arrests highlighted ongoing issues with drug offences in Singapore. Motorcyclist Attempts to Flee A 26-year-old…