Remains of Singaporean Sim Hwee Kok Found After Taiwan Earthquake
In a tragic turn of events, the remains of Singaporean man Sim Hwee Kok have been found following the devastating earthquake that shook Taiwan’s Hualien county in April 2024. This…
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Investigation Ongoing for Jeju Air Crash as Preliminary Report Points to Bird Strike
Seoul’s ongoing investigation into the tragic Jeju Air crash, which occurred on 29 December 2023, is shedding light on critical factors surrounding the disaster. A preliminary report has been submitted…
Hamas Set to Release Four Israeli Soldiers in Prisoner Exchange Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Negotiations
In a significant development in the ongoing conflict, the Palestinian militant group Hamas has announced the release of four female Israeli soldiers as part of a prisoner exchange under a…
Bangkok Air Pollution Forces School Closures as PM2.5 Levels Spike
Bangkok is facing a serious air quality crisis, with air pollution prompting the closure of over 350 schools, marking the highest number of closures in five years. As PM2.5 levels…
Humanitarian Aid Trucks Surge into Gaza Amid Ceasefire: UN Reports
As the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues, humanitarian efforts ramp up significantly in the Gaza Strip. On 21 January 2024, nearly 900 aid trucks rolled into the region, marking…
Trump Calls for Peace Talks with Putin at Davos 2024
US President Donald Trump has expressed an urgent desire to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a bid to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking via video link…
Britain Launches Inquiry Following Murder of Three Girls at Taylor Swift Event
LONDON — A public inquiry has been announced in Britain regarding the tragic murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance event in July 2023. This harrowing incident,…
Laurence Pang Scammed: Actor Loses $35,000 in Online Dating Deception Amid Toto Jackpot Surge
In a shocking revelation, Singaporean actor Laurence Pang has recently opened up about the $35,000 he lost in an online scam after connecting with a woman on a Filipino dating…
Tragic Landslide in Central Java Claims 16 Lives, Search Efforts Underway
In a heartbreaking event on 21 January 2024, a landslide in Pekalongan, Central Java, Indonesia, has left 16 people dead and 10 others injured, with five more still unaccounted for.…
Singapore’s New Screen Use Guidelines Set to Transform Child Health
SINGAPORE — In a bid to combat rising health concerns among the young, Singapore has launched new screen use guidelines for children, with a focus on fostering healthier lifestyles. The…
Sanjay Roy Sentenced to Life for Rape and Murder of Junior Doctor in Kolkata
In a significant verdict, Sanjay Roy, a police volunteer, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a junior doctor at R G Kar Medical College and…
TikTok Service Restored in the US After Trump Intervenes
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok has restored its service to users in the United States, thanks to President-elect Donald Trump, who announced his intention to facilitate a solution…
Malaysia Urges Myanmar to Prioritise Peace Over Elections Amid Ongoing Crisis
Malaysia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Mohamad Hasan has made it clear at a recent ASEAN meeting that achieving peace in Myanmar is the top priority, not the planned elections set for…
Trump’s Inauguration: A Polarising Event with Protests and Celebrations
As the United States witnesses Donald Trump’s second inauguration, a mix of excitement and dissent fills the air. While some supporters eagerly gather to celebrate the former president, others are…
Singapore’s Cost of Living Concerns: Insights from Lee Hsien Loong and Latest Survey
SINGAPORE — As the nation gears up for its 14th general election, issues like the rising cost of living are taking centre stage. Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong recently addressed…
Singapore Government Welcomes Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza
SINGAPORE: In a significant diplomatic move, Singapore’s leaders have expressed their support for the recently announced ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, aimed at halting the violence in Gaza and…
Singapore to Launch 19,600 BTO Flats in 2025, Shorter Wait Times Expected
In a significant boost to public housing, the Ministry of National Development (MND) and the Housing Development Board (HDB) have announced the launch of about 19,600 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats in…
Imran Khan Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Graft Alongside Bushra Bibi
In a significant ruling, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 14 years in prison due to corruption charges linked to the Al-Qadir Trust, a welfare foundation…
Students For Palestine Singapore Protests at NUS Amid Ongoing Israel-Hamas Conflict
A recent student protest at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has sparked investigations by local police, as tensions rise over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Organised by Students for Palestine…
Intensified Ceasefire Talks in Gaza as Hostage Release Awaits: Insights from US and Qatar Mediators
After over 15 months of conflict, hopes for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip are rising as intensive negotiations led by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States are set to…
Final Ceasefire Agreement Draft Between Israel and Hamas Presented in Qatar
In a significant development in the ongoing conflict, Qatar has presented a final draft of a ceasefire and hostage release agreement to both Israel and Hamas. This breakthrough came after…
Biden’s Final Days: Urgent Talks on Gaza and Regional Security
As the clock ticks down to 20 January 2024, US President Joe Biden is busy navigating crucial diplomatic waters, making calls to key leaders regarding pressing global issues. Progress in…
North Korean Soldiers Captured by Ukraine Amid Rising Casualties
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, reports reveal that North Korean troop fatalities and injuries have likely crossed the 3,000 mark, including about 300 deaths and approximately 2,700…
Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles: Latest Updates on Evacuations and Casualties
As wildfires continue to wreak havoc in Los Angeles, with devastating destruction reported across various neighbourhoods, local officials and residents are grappling with the aftermath. From raging flames to stringent…
Slovakia’s Robert Fico Threatens Retaliation Against Ukraine Amid Gas Transit Crisis
In recent developments, Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico is contemplating a series of punitive measures against Ukraine as tensions rise over the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukrainian territory.…
Kamala Harris Cancels Asian Trip Amid Devastating California Wildfires
US Vice President Kamala Harris has cancelled her upcoming trip to Singapore, Bahrain, and Germany due to the rampant wildfires currently devastating California. This decision follows President Joe Biden’s cancellation…
Cost-saving Measures Amp Up Ahead of Chinese New Year in Singapore
As Chinese New Year approaches, Singaporeans are seeing a mix of price adjustments and cost-saving initiatives on festive essentials. While some bak kwa sellers are exploring new production methods to…
Trump’s NATO Views Spark Debate on Ukraine’s Security Amidst Ongoing Tensions
The geopolitical landscape surrounding Ukraine’s NATO membership has once again become contentious, particularly with President-elect Donald Trump set to take office on 20 January 2024. His recent statements have ignited…
Arrest Made in Hitman Case of Lim Kimya: The Shocking Killing of Cambodian Opposition Figure
In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the Cambodian opposition community, a former Cambodian lawmaker Lim Kimya was shot dead in a crowded area of Bangkok on 7…
Singapore’s Literary Community Calls for Precaution on Generative AI Amid NLB Initiatives
Members of Singapore’s literary and publishing community are ringing alarms over the National Library Board’s (NLB) approach to generative artificial intelligence (AI). On 7 January 2024, a collective statement was…