SINGAPORE: Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong has been awarded the prestigious Honorary Companion of the Order of Australia, recognising his tremendous contributions to fostering the Australia-Singapore relationship. The award was…
SINGAPORE: In the first half of 2025, consumers reported a staggering S$108,000 (US$83,842) lost to prepayments in the beauty industry—a remarkable 464 per cent increase from the S$19,000 seen in…
SINGAPORE: In a notable case highlighting tax evasion, two men were charged in court on 5 August 2024 over their alleged involvement in a Goods and Services Tax (GST) missing…
The ongoing crisis in Gaza shows no signs of abating, as both humanitarian tragedy and military action unfold. Recent reports highlight a dramatic surge in deaths due to starvation and…
On a rainy morning that seemed to echo the mood of the day, property tycoon Ong Beng Seng arrived at the State Courts on 4 August 2024. The 79-year-old, notable…
In a shocking event that rattled New York City, Shane Tamura, a 27-year-old man with a history of mental health issues, opened fire in a Midtown skyscraper on 28 July…
A former preschool teacher has been sentenced to nine months and two weeks in jail after exhibiting troubling behaviour toward a toddler under her care. Saiidah Kamarudin, 34, pleaded guilty…
In a historic move, two prominent Israeli human rights organisations have accused the Israeli government of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel, in…
A Singaporean doctor in Australia, Dr Ryan Cho, has been hit with five additional charges regarding allegations of secretly filming his colleagues in hospital toilets. The new charges include producing…
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire, with reports of severe food shortages and increasing malnutrition rates among children. As the crisis unfolds, the head of the UN agency for…
A shocking incident occurred on the evening of 26 July 2024, when a sinkhole appeared at Tanjong Katong Road, leading to a vehicle plunging into the water-filled cavity. Fortunately, the…
US President Donald Trump touched down in Scotland on 25 July 2024, aiming to blend business with leisure during his five-day stay. With planned meetings with European and British leaders,…
SINGAPORE – In a bid to curb the rising concerns over vaping, especially pertaining to devices containing the drug etomidate, the Ministry of Health (MOH), the Health Sciences Authority (HSA),…
The ongoing tensions between the United States and China are entering a new chapter, as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hints at the potential inclusion of geopolitical issues in trade…
In a dramatic turn of events, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is facing significant challenges following his ruling coalition’s underwhelming performance in the recent upper house elections, held on 21…
In a move hailed as a significant shift in economic relations, Indonesia has reached a trade agreement with the United States that reduces tariffs on Indonesian exports. The new tariff…
The Tomorrowland festival in Boom, Belgium, remains an unyielding spectacle, drawing in tens of thousands of electronic music enthusiasts despite a devastating fire that wreaked havoc on its main stage.…
KUALA LUMPUR: The ongoing turmoil surrounding judicial appointments in Malaysia has escalated yet again as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s anticipated announcement has not materialised. The Conference of Rulers, composed of…
The World Aquatics Championships in Singapore are back on track as the organisers confirmed a significant improvement in water quality at Sentosa. Initially delayed due to high E. coli levels,…
SINGAPORE — The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) has issued significant penalties to four law firms in relation to anti-money laundering violations tied to Singapore’s shocking $3 billion money laundering case.…
A shocking incident at Kallang Wave Mall has left a 29-year-old woman injured and a 26-year-old man facing serious legal charges. The Singapore Police Force has confirmed that the assailant…
A small plane crash at London Southend Airport has resulted in the tragic deaths of four individuals. The incident occurred on Sunday, 14 July 2024, shortly after the plane took…
In a harrowing incident that underscores the escalating violence in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, at least nine bus passengers were abducted and subsequently murdered by insurgents. This attack sheds light on…
SINGAPORE: Temasek Holdings continues to impress in the investment landscape, with their net portfolio value reaching a staggering S$434 billion (US$339 billion) as of 31 March 2024. This marks an…
SINGAPORE: Rising public expectations and global competition challenge the nation’s public service to adapt and innovate continually, said Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing during the opening of…
SINGAPORE — In a notable turn of events for the local political scene, the Reform Party (RP) has announced its withdrawal from the People’s Alliance for Reform (PAR), leaving the…
SINGAPORE — The marriage scene in Singapore experienced a notable shift in 2024, with registrations dropping by 7% compared to the previous year. The Ministry of Social and Family Development…
SINGAPORE — The high-profile trial of Ng Yu Zhi, accused of orchestrating a staggering nickel-trading scam that reportedly defrauded investors of S$1.46 billion, reached its conclusion on 7 July 2024.…
Sydney has been shaken by a harrowing court case involving Erin Patterson, a 50-year-old woman found guilty of murdering three elderly relatives with a fatal meal. This case has gripped…
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is at the centre of a legal storm as special prosecutors move to detain him on serious allegations stemming from his controversial martial law…