MOSCOW — The Investigative Committee of Russia has arrested an Uzbek national suspected of assassinating Igor Kirillov, a high-ranking general and chief of Russia’s Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Protection Troops.…
A former security officer, Durendran Vicknesh Venkatraman, was recently fined S$1,800 after a series of negligent actions led to a bomb scare at Sing Industrial Complex. The incident occurred on…
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok has made a last-minute attempt to prevent a potential ban in the United States. On 16 December 2024, TikTok and its parent company…
In a concerning incident at the prestigious Warwick Fiji resort, a group of seven guests—four Australians and one American—were hospitalised after consuming cocktails. Fiji’s health ministry confirmed that the guests…
In a move reflecting evolving attitudes towards data privacy, the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) has announced that it will update its advisory guidelines regarding the use of National Registration…
Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (Acra) stirred up quite a fuss when it revealed that users could access the National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers of individuals via its…
As South Korea grapples with the fallout from a brief declaration of martial law on 3 December 2023, the tourism and hospitality sectors are experiencing unease, leading to cancellations and…
SINGAPORE — Jevdic Dorde, a 40-year-old former assistant professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), has been sentenced to a year in prison for drug-related offences. Dorde pleaded guilty…
SINGAPORE – In a significant legal development, former Singapore Idol judge Ken Lim has been acquitted of insulting a woman’s modesty after an alleged incident that occurred over 12 years…
In a dramatic turn of events, Syria has plunged into uncertainty following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad, which many are calling a pivotal moment for the country and the…
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) finds itself at a crossroads after the dramatic fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, as member nations convened on 9 December 2024 to discuss…
As Taiwan remains on high alert following the recent return of President Lai Ching-te from his Pacific tour, the island has reported a significant uptick in Chinese military operations in…
The recent fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has prompted significant diplomatic efforts from the United States, with President Joe Biden describing it as a moment of historic opportunity for…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested deploying foreign troops in Ukraine until the nation secures its NATO membership. His remarks came during a joint press conference with German opposition leader…
As Syrians celebrate the sudden fall of Bashar al-Assad, a chilling air of uncertainty blankets the nation that has been under his iron-fisted rule for over five decades. Analysts suggest…
A 52-year-old Singaporean, Mr Lee Mun Tuck, tragically passed away after a massage at Patong Beach in Phuket, Thailand, on 7 December 2024. The incident has drawn attention due to…
The ongoing conflict in Syria has taken a dramatic turn, with rebel forces capturing key cities, including the capital, Damascus, effectively challenging President Bashar al-Assad’s longstanding rule. This development marks…
In a surprising turn of events, a bus stop renovation in Samut Prakan, Thailand, has become the talk of the town—thanks to a contractor’s rather unconventional oversight. Commuters are baffled…
In a tragic turn of events, Singapore’s construction sector is making headlines for incidents that highlight ongoing safety concerns. Just a day apart, two separate incidents have raised alarms about…
In a dramatic turn of events, South Korea witnessed an unprecedented moment in its democratic history when President Yoon Suk Yeol’s attempt to declare martial law was swiftly overturned by…
In an ambitious bid to conclude a long-awaited trade agreement, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Montevideo, Uruguay, on 5 December 2024. The proposed deal between the…
Efforts are ongoing to rescue cargo vessels that have faced distress in the tumultuous waters of the Red Sea. With two significant incidents occurring in quick succession, maritime authorities are…
The maritime tension between China and the Philippines is heating up again, following a maritime incident on 4 December 2024 at the contested Scarborough Shoal. The confrontation, which has led…
Tan Howe Liang, Singapore’s first-ever Olympic medallist, passed away on 3 December 2024 at the age of 91. His death, attributed to pneumonia, marks the end of an era that…
In a rare move, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a late-night address, as tensions with opposition parties escalated. The Singaporean embassy in Seoul is actively…
Negotiations aimed at achieving a global treaty to curb plastic pollution hit a wall during the recent UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) meeting in Busan, South Korea, leaving over 100…
Recent developments in South Korea have elicited serious concern from the United States, particularly following the unexpected declaration of martial law by President Yoon Suk Yeol. The situation is rapidly…
In a significant ruling on 3 December 2024, the High People’s Court in Ho Chi Minh City upheld the death sentence for Truong My Lan, a 68-year-old property tycoon, solidifying…
A tempest brews in the Philippines as civil society groups have officially filed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. The complaint, backed by the Akbayan partylist, comes amidst…
In a surprising turn of events, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has tested positive for COVID-19 on 3 December 2024, marking his first battle with the virus. He took to Facebook…