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…
In the latest display of his combative approach towards the press, US President Donald Trump ignited controversy after referring to a female journalist as “piggy”. These remarks took place during…
An 88-year-old man, Choo Hoe Chiang, has recently been fined S$3,000 for a bizarre series of incidents involving his neighbour’s air-conditioning unit. The fine was imposed by a Singaporean court…
The Singapore national football team’s recent win has sparked discussions both in excitement and controversy. After the Lions achieved a historic 2-1 victory over Hong Kong, securing their first Asian…
SINGAPORE — As Singapore’s aging rail network requires more extensive upkeep, commuters should brace for longer planned closures of MRT lines. This comes as part of a strategic shift to…
SINGAPORE — A recent report has raised alarm over the potential for remote control of electric public buses in Singapore, specifically those manufactured by Yutong Group. However, the Land Transport…
A devastating landslide in Cilacap, Central Java, has left at least 11 people dead and many others unaccounted for, following heavy rains. The incident, which occurred on the evening of…
As tensions rise in Kashmir following a series of deadly blasts, Indian authorities are ramping up security measures across the region. With at least 12 lives claimed in a recent…
In a shocking escalation, Russian forces unleashed a massive wave of missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, resulting in at least four fatalities and numerous injuries. This alarming strike on…
On 12 November 2024, Singapore witnessed two alarming incidents that set off safety alerts among residents—one involving a fire in a Yishun HDB flat and another a motorcycle accident in…
SINGAPORE: The police are sounding the alarm on a new scam tactic involving digitally altered copies of Singapore identity cards. This technique allows scammers to fraudulently open accounts with payment…
In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov addressed the growing tensions between Russia and the United States, particularly concerning accusations of underground nuclear testing. Lavrov’s comments come in…
Asian markets are feeling the aftershocks of the latest news from the United States, where lawmakers have made significant strides towards ending a prolonged government shutdown. Both the hope for…
In a harrowing incident on Monday evening, at least eight lives were claimed by an explosion in a densely populated area near the iconic Red Fort in New Delhi, according…