Seoul Experiences Record November Snowfall
On 27 November 2024, Seoul was hit by the heaviest November snowfall recorded in over a century, with 16.5 cm accumulating by 7am local time. This significant weather event eclipsed…
Ng Yu Zhi Faces Charges in $1.46 Billion Nickel Investment Fraud
SINGAPORE — The High Court is currently hearing the case against 37-year-old businessman Ng Yu Zhi, who allegedly orchestrated a fraudulent investment scheme involving a whopping S$1.46 billion. Prosecutors have…
Australia Moves Forward on Social Media Ban for Under-16s Amid Controversy
Australia is taking significant steps to ban social media access for children under 16, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government pushing a bill that aims to protect the physical and…
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Agreed Amid Ongoing Tensions
On 27 November 2024, a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah was established following an agreement brokered by the United States and France. Both US President Joe Biden and French…
Tributes Pour in for World’s Oldest Man, John Tinniswood at 112
In a poignant moment for history, John Tinniswood, who became the world’s oldest man earlier this year, passed away at the age of 112. The Liverpool native died on 25…
G7 Stands Divided Over Netanyahu’s ICC Arrest Warrant
In a recent gathering in Fiuggi, Italy, the Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers faced considerable challenges in aligning their stance on the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) arrest warrant for…
Trump’s Tariff Threats: Implications for US-China Relations
On 20 January 2024, President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office, and he’s already made waves with a proposed 10 per cent tariff on all imports from China. While…
Tragic Deaths of Tourists in Laos Lead to Arrests in Methanol Poisoning Case
BANGKOK – In a shocking turn of events, police in Laos have detained the manager and seven staff members of a backpacker hostel in Vang Vieng after six tourists tragically…
Ng Yu Zhi’s Billion-Dollar Nickel Fraud Trial Opens in High Court
SINGAPORE – The High Court trial of businessman Ng Yu Zhi commenced on 26 November 2024, embroiling the 37-year-old in a bizarre case that has captured the nation’s attention. Ng…
Economic and Cultural Shifts: Singapore’s Inflation Falls and Mixed News for Consumers
October 2024 brought notable changes to Singapore’s economic landscape, with inflation rates dropping while consumer products see price increases. From governmental shifts to cultural happenings, here’s what you need to…
Switzerland Considers Immigration Control Amid EU Trade Talks
As Switzerland seeks to redefine its trading relationship with the European Union (EU), concerns about rapid population growth threaten to complicate negotiations. The talks, which began in March 2024, aim…
Kremlin Responds to Trump’s Peace Plans for Ukraine Amid U.S. Nuclear Discussions
The Kremlin has taken note of discussions surrounding a potential peace plan for Ukraine as put forth by Donald Trump’s supporters while criticising the current U.S. administration’s approach to the…
South Korea’s Fertility Rate Sees Positive Signs Amid Cultural Shifts
In a surprising twist for South Korea, the country’s fertility rate is expected to rise to 0.74 in 2024, marking the first increase in nine years. This projection, shared by…
Kuala Lumpur Man Charged for Allegedly Murdering Mother and Hiding Body in Freezer
A shocking case has emerged from Kuala Lumpur where a 53-year-old pastor, N. Deanesh Narayanan Nair, has been charged with the alleged murder of his mother, 77-year-old Catherine Daniel. The…
5-Star Movement’s Rift with Beppe Grillo Deepens Amid Calls for Reform
The drama within Italy’s 5-Star Movement continues as tensions escalate following a vote that effectively severed ties with co-founder Beppe Grillo. This decision, made during a weekend assembly, reflects the…
Ta’ang National Liberation Army Seeks Talks with Myanmar Junta Amid Ongoing Conflict
In a significant shift, the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), a major ethnic rebel group in Myanmar, announced its readiness to engage in discussions with the military junta following a…
Joe Biden to Attend Donald Trump’s Inauguration in January 2025
In a historic display of democracy, US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will attend the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on 20 January 2025. This commitment signals…
Sinking of Tourist Boat Sea Story in Red Sea Leads to Rescue Efforts
Egyptian authorities are currently undertaking rescue operations following a distressing incident involving a tourist boat, Sea Story, that sank off the Red Sea coast. Carrying 45 individuals, including 31 tourists…
Israeli Air Strikes Devastate Beirut, Causing Significant Casualties
On 23 November 2024, a powerful air strike by Israeli forces devastated the Basta Fawqa neighbourhood in central Beirut, resulting in significant casualties and destruction. As tensions with the Iran-backed…
Injury Reported After Forklift Incident at Pasir Panjang Terminal
A serious incident occurred at Pasir Panjang Terminal 3 in Singapore on 25 November 2024, when a stack of shipping containers fell on a forklift, injuring the operator. The situation…
Israel and Hezbollah Move Towards Ceasefire Amid Continued Violence
As tensions continue to simmer in the Middle East, Israel is reportedly edging closer to a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. A senior Israeli official shared insights on the negotiations, suggesting…
UOL Group Faces Backlash Over Blackface Incident at Annual Dinner
SINGAPORE – A recent dinner and dance event hosted by UOL Group has sparked significant outrage after eight attendees were seen in blackface and Afro wigs. The incident, which took…
Thai Tycoon Boon Vanasin Flees to China After Alleged S$293 Million Investment Scam
BANGKOK – The Thai police are on the lookout for Boon Vanasin, a prominent hospital tycoon, believed to have fled to China following allegations of a massive investment scam totalling…
20-Year Sentence Sought for Dominique Pelicot in Shocking Rape Case
A high-profile trial in Avignon, France, has captivated attention worldwide as prosecutors seek a 20-year prison sentence for Dominique Pelicot, who is charged with orchestrating the repeated rapes of his…
Singapore Civil Servants to Receive Year-End Bonus Amid Positive GDP Forecast
Singapore’s civil servants can look forward to a festive boost this year, as the Public Service Division (PSD) announced a year-end bonus of 1.05 months on 25 November 2023. With…
Swatch Wins Court Case Against Malaysian Government Over Pride Watches Seizure
Swatch Group AG has emerged victorious in its lawsuit against the Malaysian government regarding the controversial seizure of its Pride-themed watches. The case, which has significant implications for the treatment…
Tensions Rise as South Korea Boycotts Japanese Memorial for Forced Labourers
In a move that underscores the delicate relations between South Korea and Japan, Seoul has boycotted a memorial ceremony to honour wartime forced labour victims held in Japan, opting instead…
Tragic DHL Cargo Plane Crash near Vilnius Airport Claims Life
A tragic incident occurred early on Monday morning as a DHL cargo plane crashed into a residential house just moments before landing at Vilnius Airport, Lithuania. This unfortunate event resulted…
Project Wolbachia Expands to Combat Dengue in Singapore
In an ambitious expansion of its mosquito control initiative, Singapore is set to cover 50 per cent of its households—approximately 800,000—by 2026 with Wolbachia-carrying mosquitoes. This announcement was made by…
Kursk Region Under Siege: Ukraine’s Territorial Losses Amid Massive Attacks
The Kursk region is currently witnessing intense military clashes as Ukraine’s forces face a growing counteroffensive from Russia. Amid this upheaval, significant territorial losses have been reported, with Ukraine reportedly…