As road safety becomes a pressing issue in Singapore, Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam announced significant changes to speeding penalties, effective from 1 January 2026. Speaking at the…
SINGAPORE – On 17 February 2024, Pritam Singh, Leader of the Opposition and chief of the Workers’ Party (WP), is set to hear the court’s verdict in a high-profile trial…
In a surprising turn of events, US Vice President JD Vance’s recent meeting with Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has stirred significant political controversy, prompting officials in Berlin…
As the world’s focus shifts to international relations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met with US President Donald Trump in Washington, aiming to strengthen trade ties and address tariff…
In a bold move to reignite peace talks, former US President Donald Trump has proposed a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to address the…
In 2024, Singapore’s drug situation remains generally under control, yet the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has raised alarm over a significant rise in youth drug abuse. Statistics reveal that the…
In a triumphant revelation, Singapore has emerged as the least corrupt nation in the Asia-Pacific region, as noted in the 2024 Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released on 11…
SINGAPORE — Anti-vaccine advocate Iris Koh and her husband Raymond Ng are in hot water after a court ordered the seizure of their possessions following their failure to pay legal…
SINGAPORE—A new chapter unfolds for immigration services as the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Services Centre (ISC) is set to open on 7 April 2024. Nestled conveniently at 2 Crawford…
SINGAPORE: The Internal Security Department (ISD) has taken firm action against two individuals in Singapore—18-year-old Nick Lee Xing Qiu and 56-year-old Hamizah Hamzah—due to their radicalisation under the Internal Security…
BANGKOK: Five Thai nationals, freed after over a year of captivity in Gaza, reunited with their families at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport on 9 February 2024. The emotional scene was filled…
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 struck north of Honduras in the Caribbean Sea on 8 February 2024, prompting a tsunami warning that was later cancelled. As per the United States…
Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng, best known for bringing Formula 1 to Singapore, is currently grappling with significant personal and legal challenges. The 79-year-old businessman has been diagnosed with multiple…
In a striking legal development, Raymond Ng Kai Hoe, the husband of anti-vaccine activist Iris Koh, has been charged with cheating 12 individuals related to his vending machine business, Vendshare.…
In a significant political development, the Philippine lower house of Congress has endorsed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. This unprecedented move comes amid rising tensions between her…
The recent auction of Aung San Suu Kyi‘s lakeside mansion in Yangon came to a halt on 5 February 2024, seeing no bids for the former democracy leader’s home. With…
In a sweeping move impacting the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Trump administration has placed dozens of staff members on administrative leave, further signalling a significant restructuring of…
In a significant gathering on 3 February 2024, European Union leaders convened in Brussels to address pressing issues surrounding defence spending and geopolitical relations, especially concerning Russia. With the backdrop…
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, currently leading President Donald Trump’s agenda to streamline the federal government, has shared insights on plans to close the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).…
The escalating tensions between the US and Colombia took a dramatic turn as both nations reached an agreement regarding the deportation of migrants, avoiding a looming trade war. Following threats…
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has taken decisive action against Prudence Family Clinic, revoking its licence due to serious lapses in medication prescriptions, particularly concerning codeine cough syrups and benzodiazepines.…
SINGAPORE — A 19-year-old teenager has been sentenced to seven months’ jail following a tragic motorcycle chase that resulted in the death of Land Transport Authority (LTA) officer, Zdulfika Ahakasah,…
SINGAPORE: In a show of strong diplomatic ties, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have extended their warm congratulations to Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th…
A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 10 years and six weeks in jail along with nine strokes of the cane for raping his ex-girlfriend, highlighting the severe repercussions of domestic…
The Philippines and China are attempting to forge a path toward cooperation in the South China Sea, despite ongoing territorial disputes that have strained relations. With both parties acknowledging their…
As wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles, firefighters are racing against time to contain the blazes that have wreaked havoc in the region. The situation remains dire, with…
As Joe Biden prepares to step down from the presidency, tensions are high both domestically and internationally. His final address on 15 January 2024 highlighted key issues ranging from rising…
A senior officer from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has been sentenced to six months in jail for endangering the life of a full-time national serviceman who tragically lost…
In a bid to ease the financial strain caused by the rising cost of living, about 850,000 seniors in Singapore will receive cash payouts ranging from S$200 to S$300 under…
In a dramatic escalation of South Korea’s political crisis, authorities made another attempt to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol at his residence on 15 January 2024. Accusations hover over his…