In a disturbing incident earlier this week, a 43-year-old Chinese Australian woman was arrested for allegedly spray painting offensive words at The Salvation Army’s Praisehaven centre in Upper Bukit Timah.…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a pivotal meeting with US President Donald Trump to tackle sensitive negotiations surrounding a future peace deal with Russia. Following a recent round…
Pope Leo XIV delivered a heartfelt Christmas message on 25 December 2024, calling for courage and dialogue between Russia and Ukraine and highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. Plea…
Tarique Rahman, the political heavyweight and acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in self-imposed exile. His much-anticipated homecoming on 25 December…
On 24 December 2024, a coalition of fourteen nations, including France, Britain, and Germany, voiced strong disapproval of Israel’s recent approval for nineteen new Jewish settlements in the occupied West…
SINGAPORE: The legal community is mourning the loss of M Ravi, a prominent human rights lawyer known for his advocacy and pro bono work, who passed away at the age…
The United States has decided to implement tariffs on Chinese semiconductor imports, but the move will now be postponed until June 2027. This decision, revealed on Tuesday, appears to be…
US Intelligence Warns of Putin’s Expansionist Aims Amid Peace Talks The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is not merely a territorial dispute; it’s a reflection of deeper ambitions by Russian President…
Vietnam is on the cusp of a significant political transition as the ruling Communist Party prepares for its 14th five-yearly congress, set to take place from 19 to 25 January…
A tense situation unfolded at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah on Sunday, 22 December 2024, after a 26-year-old man staged a false improvised explosive device incident. The church’s atmosphere…
In the wake of a shocking mass shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has faced significant public backlash while vowing to combat rising…
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has been arrested again, raising international concerns for her health and safety. The Iranian human rights activist, who has long campaigned for women’s rights…
A recent report from Amnesty International has made headlines by asserting that the Palestinian militant group Hamas committed crimes against humanity during its assault on southern Israel on 7 October…
A 15-year-old Myanmar national is making headlines after becoming the first foreigner in Singapore to have her long-term immigration status revoked due to possession of an e-vaporiser pod containing etomidate,…
Wildfires across New South Wales have wreaked havoc, burning through thousands of hectares of bushland and prompting a series of emergency responses from the authorities. As of 7 December 2024,…
Spain faces a critical juncture as it grapples with an outbreak of African swine fever, confirmed in the Collserola mountain range outside Barcelona. The detection of the virus, which spells…
Singapore witnessed two significant fires within a week, leading to evacuations and people being hospitalised for smoke inhalation. Trailer Fire on Clementi Road On 2 December 2024, a trailer caught…
On Thursday, 4 December 2024, Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and Chief of the Workers’ Party (WP), heads back to the Supreme Court to hear the outcome of…
In a significant crackdown on transnational scam operations, Thailand’s authorities have seized assets exceeding US$300 million (S$388 million) linked to criminal networks across Southeast Asia. The move highlights the magnitude…
Customers of the massage and foot reflexology chain Wan Yang are feeling the pinch, with reported losses exceeding S$904,000 (around US$698,000) in unused prepaid packages following an unexpected shutdown. This…
As South Korea reflects on the chaotic events of 3 December 2023, the political landscape continues to grapple with the aftermath of former President Yoon Suk-yeol‘s brief attempt to impose…
In a recent statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed strong accusations against Ukraine’s European allies, claiming they are undermining US-led initiatives aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. During an…
The Indian government’s recent directive requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-run cybersecurity app has stirred significant debate on privacy and surveillance. With over 1.16 billion mobile users, this new…
A dramatic rescue unfolded in Jurong West as the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) successfully freed a man whose entire left arm was trapped in a drain pipe under his…
In a bold move drawing mixed reactions, Australia’s government is set to implement a world-first social media ban on children younger than 16 starting 10 December 2024. This legislation, which…
On 26 November 2024, Australian telco Optus reported yet another emergency call outage, this time affecting around 14,000 users near Melbourne. This incident comes just two months after a severe…
SINGAPORE: The abrupt closure of Wan Yang Health Product and Foot Reflexology Centre has left loyal customers in disbelief as they scramble to reclaim their unutilised prepaid packages, which total…
Amid the global buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized the need for governments to remain realistic about its implications on jobs and livelihoods during a…
In a shocking series of events, more than 300 children were abducted from St Mary’s Catholic school in Niger State, Nigeria, with reports confirming that at least 50 have managed…
In a significant move reflecting its commitment to international law, Singapore has announced targeted financial sanctions and entry bans on four Israeli individuals. This decision comes amid rising tensions in…