In a significant move for the ride-hailing industry, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has introduced a mandatory three-year lock-in period for newly registered or converted chauffeured private-hire cars (PHCs) owned…
In a significant move for Singapore’s emergency medical services (EMS), the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) plans to begin hiring foreign paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) starting March 2025.…
The stage is set for a more traditional campaigning approach in Singapore’s upcoming General Election. Minister of State for Home Affairs, Sun Xueling, revealed that the police will designate physical…
The Singapore Police Force has released troubling crime statistics for 2024, revealing a sharp increase in shop theft cases. With a notable rise of 7.6% from the previous year, this…
In a bold move that could shake up the artificial intelligence market, Elon Musk has unveiled Grok 3—a chatbot touted as the “smartest AI on Earth.” This latest iteration from…
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will present the highly anticipated Budget for 2025 this coming Tuesday, 18 February 2024, at 3.30 pm in Parliament. This marks his inaugural Budget speech…
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 European leaders convene in Paris, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signalled readiness to deploy British troops to Ukraine in support of a potential peace deal. This comes amidst…
In a landmark ruling, lawyer and opposition politician Lim Tean has been sentenced to six weeks in jail and fined S$1,000 after being convicted for practising law without a valid…
In an effort to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, US and Russian officials are set to meet in Saudi Arabia. This development follows a series of…
In 2024, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) reported an increase in shoplifting and voyeurism cases, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding physical crime in the country. With the shop thefts comprising a…
In a significant boost for residents of older Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats, the Singapore government has allocated over S$407 million for the next round of the Home Improvement…
In a harrowing incident at New Delhi’s railway station, at least 15 people tragically lost their lives late on Saturday night, 15 February 2024, as crowds surged in a desperate…
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…
Pope Francis is currently receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital for a respiratory tract infection, having been admitted on 14 February 2024. At 88 years old, the pontiff has been…
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…
SINGAPORE: Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs) Raj Joshua Thomas and Syed Harun Taha Alhabsyi submitted their resignations on 14 February 2024, igniting speculation about their potential candidacy in the upcoming…
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 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported a worrying rise in fires involving Active Mobility Devices (AMDs), up by 21.8 per cent from the previous year. As the…
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…
SINGAPORE — Education Minister Chan Chun Sing has emphasised the critical need for a cultural shift alongside structural changes in Singapore’s education system. Speaking at a recent event celebrating SG60…
The delicate ceasefire in Gaza is hanging by a thread as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas regarding the release of hostages. If the…
The recent remarks by US President Donald Trump regarding South Africa’s handling of its white minority have sparked both outrage and ridicule. This comes as South Africa’s G20 presidency is…
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 significant diplomatic move, Marc Fogel, an American schoolteacher, has been released from a Russian prison following negotiations led by US special envoy Steve Witkoff. This unexpected development occurred…
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…
In a significant move, Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the deportation of an Iranian woman and her Malaysian husband due to their involvement in activities threatening the…
As the world turns its gaze to Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron kicks off a significant technology summit on 10 February 2024. With political leaders and tech titans gathered, the…