A Thai court has approved a 12-day detention order for Ekkalak Paenoi, a man suspected of murdering Cambodian opposition politician Lim Kimya. The shooting occurred in Bangkok, raising serious concerns…
BANGKOK — In a move that’s got tongues wagging, Thailand’s cabinet has formally approved a draft bill aimed at legalising gambling, particularly within large-scale entertainment complexes. This significant decision, announced…
The tragic crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216 on 29 December 2024 at Muan airport has led to widespread calls for both accountability and improvements in aviation safety. As the…
As the clock ticks down to 20 January 2024, US President Joe Biden is busy navigating crucial diplomatic waters, making calls to key leaders regarding pressing global issues. Progress in…
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, reports reveal that North Korean troop fatalities and injuries have likely crossed the 3,000 mark, including about 300 deaths and approximately 2,700…
As wildfires continue to wreak havoc in Los Angeles, with devastating destruction reported across various neighbourhoods, local officials and residents are grappling with the aftermath. From raging flames to stringent…
SINGAPORE—In a striking reminder of the increasing sophistication of cybercrime, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has temporarily suspended its e-Change of Address (eCOA) service following unauthorized changes to the…
A devastating air strike by Myanmar’s military has claimed the lives of dozens of civilians in Kyauk Ni Maw, a village in western Rakhine state. According to reports from the…
The wildfires devastating Los Angeles have begun to see some progress as firefighters grapple with fierce conditions. With at least 10 people confirmed dead and nearly 10,000 structures decimated, the…
In recent developments, Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico is contemplating a series of punitive measures against Ukraine as tensions rise over the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukrainian territory.…
Singapore wrapped up 2024 with a record-breaking heatwave, joining 2019 and 2016 as the hottest years ever, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS). The ‘Singapore Climate 2024: The Year…
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently addressed key concerns during a two-hour press conference in Rome, highlighting her relationship with US president-elect Donald Trump and the ongoing war in Ukraine.…
US Vice President Kamala Harris has cancelled her upcoming trip to Singapore, Bahrain, and Germany due to the rampant wildfires currently devastating California. This decision follows President Joe Biden’s cancellation…
Lebanon’s parliament made a historic decision on 9 January 2024, electing Army Chief Joseph Aoun as president, marking an end to a prolonged political vacuum that lasted over two years.…
As Chinese New Year approaches, Singaporeans are seeing a mix of price adjustments and cost-saving initiatives on festive essentials. While some bak kwa sellers are exploring new production methods to…
In a significant development, the Israeli military has recovered the body of Youssef Ziyadne, a Bedouin man taken hostage by Hamas during the attack on 7 October 2023. The discovery,…
The geopolitical landscape surrounding Ukraine’s NATO membership has once again become contentious, particularly with President-elect Donald Trump set to take office on 20 January 2024. His recent statements have ignited…
In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the Cambodian opposition community, a former Cambodian lawmaker Lim Kimya was shot dead in a crowded area of Bangkok on 7…
In a heated exchange, the People’s Action Party (PAP) and the Progress Singapore Party (PSP) have accused each other of harassment during a recent walkabout in Bukit Gombak. The incident,…
A recent incident involving Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) has sparked significant concern regarding the privacy of National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers. When a new feature was…
A Spanish tourist met a tragic fate while visiting an elephant sanctuary in Thailand, highlighting the risks associated with animal interactions in tourism. On 6 January 2024, Blanca Ojanguren García,…
Two tragic incidents last week have drawn attention to safety concerns in both road and workplace environments in Singapore. Authorities are now investigating these unfortunate events, highlighting the need for…
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have made significant strides in their bilateral relationship during the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders’ Retreat held in Putrajaya. The leaders…
Members of Singapore’s literary and publishing community are ringing alarms over the National Library Board’s (NLB) approach to generative artificial intelligence (AI). On 7 January 2024, a collective statement was…
Yoon Suk-yeol’s Battle for Survival Amid Political Turmoil in South Korea The political crisis deepens for impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol as he faces mounting challenges from both the…
The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed a troubling development: a patient over 65 years old has died from the H5N1 bird flu, marking the first reported human death from…
In a troubling case of deception, an 18-year-old woman was arrested on 5 January 2024 for her alleged involvement in a scam targeting an elderly victim. This incident highlights the…
The Singaporean government has introduced the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, aimed at fortifying the country’s commitment to racial harmony through a series of new measures, including restraining orders and…
In two recent cases involving sexual offences against minors in Singapore, the courts handed down contrasting sentences following the offenders’ guilty pleas. Case of the 22-Year-Old Offender A 22-year-old man…
A heartwarming story has emerged from Singapore as a 70-year-old man, surnamed Wu, found a lottery ticket worth $10,000 while travelling on bus service 925. Instead of pocketing the prize,…