SINGAPORE—An Australian man, El Sayed Aladdin, 28, has been sentenced to eight months and two weeks in prison after a series of incidents that raised eyebrows at Changi Airport. This…
In a concerning turn of events, Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong has raised alarms over recent live-fire naval drills conducted by the Chinese military in close proximity to Australia’s eastern…
As Singapore embarks on a creative journey to revive its arts scene post-pandemic, the government has announced an exciting initiative: the SG Culture Pass. With an allocation of S$300 million…
Spanish authorities are taking a serious stance against Mitchell Ong, a Singaporean, as they pursue a murder charge linked to the tragic death of 39-year-old Audrey Fang. Fang’s body, discovered…
A couple has been sentenced to three weeks in jail after livestreaming obscene acts at a Housing and Development Board (HDB) void deck in Boon Lay. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Lan,…
On 19 February 2024, Delta Air Lines faced a serious incident when one of its regional jets flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport, injuring at least 15…
In a crucial meeting on 1 March 2024, Saudi Arabia is set to host leaders from Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates to discuss a reconstruction plan for…
Mark Chay, a celebrated former national swimmer and sports administrator, is set to become the new secretary-general of the Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC) on 1 April 2024. This announcement…
The geopolitical landscape is heating up as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirms his commitment to US President Donald Trump’s proposal to take control of Gaza and displace its Palestinian…
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.…