Singaporean Scam Callers Charged After Deportation from Cambodia and Thailand
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…
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Malaysian and Singaporean Suspects Tied to Scams Arrested in November 2024
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…
Major Milestone in Bukit Panjang LRT Renewal: 88% Completed by 2026
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…
Tragic Bus Incident in Stockholm Leaves Three Dead and Several Injured
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…
Tensions Rise as Japan’s Takaichi Comments Spark Chinese Military Warnings
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…
Malaysia Proposes Peace Talks Amid Renewed Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes
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’…
Tragic Week in Singapore: Fatal Incidents Claim Lives of Two Men
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…
Woman Sentenced to Jail for Lying to Enrol Daughter in Primary School
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’s Communicable Diseases Agency: Pioneering Pandemic Preparedness
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…
Qian Zhimin Sentenced for Multibillion-Dollar Bitcoin Scam in the UK
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…
Two Recent Accidents on Singapore Roads Leave Multiple Hospitalised
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…
Nicolas Sarkozy’s Release Pending Libyan Funding Appeal
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…
UOB Demands S$74.6 Million from mm2 Asia Amid Financial Struggles
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…
Teo Guan Huat Sentenced: Former Preschool Cook’s Unspeakable Crimes Against Toddlers
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…
Edwin Tong Rebuts Pritam Singh’s ‘Court of Public Opinion’ Remarks
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…
38 Oxley Road: A New Chapter in Singapore’s Heritage Preservation
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.…
Zohran Mamdani’s Victory: New York’s Youngest Mayor Takes Charge Amid Trump Threats
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…
Controversy Grows as Namewee Faces Drug Charges and Links to Death of Iris Hsieh
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’,…
Pritam Singh Appeals Conviction Over Parliamentary Lies Amid Controversy
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.…
Israel Receives Remains of Hostages from Hamas Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Negotiations
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…
Trump and Xi Gear Up for High-Stakes Meeting in South Korea
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…
Massive Protests in Malaysia Ahead of ASEAN Summit with Trump’s Attendance
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…
AWS Outage Causes Chaos for Global Users, Affecting Major Apps Like Snapchat and Reddit
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…
Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to Ceasefire Amid Rising Tensions
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…
Singapore Police Warn of Rising Scams Involving Livestreams and Impersonation Emails
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…
Trump and Zelenskyy: A Tale of Diplomacy Amidst Ukraine’s Ongoing Struggle
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…
Ceasefire in Gaza: Hostage Release Set as Trump Heads to Peace Summit
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…
Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis Win 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for Quantum Discoveries
Three American scientists, John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis, have been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for their groundbreaking work in quantum technology. The Royal Swedish Academy…
Indonesia Resumes TikTok License After Data Submission Amid Protests
In a recent twist, Indonesia has lifted its suspension on TikTok’s local operating licence after the platform provided the data requested by the government about live features used during recent…
Court Awards Over S$417,000 to Family of Accident Victim Amid NTUC Income Controversy
SINGAPORE — In a ruling that has raised eyebrows, a district court awarded S$417,000 in damages to the family of Mr Ko Wah, an elderly man who suffered severe brain…