Iris Koh and Raymond Ng Face Seizure of Possessions Over Legal Costs
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…
New ICA Services Centre Opening in Singapore on 7 April 2024
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…
Detention of Two Singaporeans Under ISA: Radicalisation Concerns on the Rise
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…
Heightened Security in Malaysia After Mall Shooting Incident
In response to a shooting incident at Setia City Mall in Selangor, Malaysia, security measures are set to be intensified across shopping centres nationwide. The shocking event took place on…
Trump and Zelenskiy Discussing Peace in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Tensions
In the midst of continuing conflict in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump is eyeing a potential meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a resolution to the war. Both…
Attempted Assault at Church of the Holy Spirit Raises Concerns
A 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to assault a priest at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Singapore on Sunday, 9 February 2024. This incident has…
Emotional Reunions as Five Thai Hostages Return Home from Gaza
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…
Honduras Hit by Magnitude 7.6 Earthquake, Tsunami Warning Issued and Canceled
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…
Workers’ Party Prepares for General Election with New Faces Across Constituencies
The political landscape in Singapore is gearing up for a significant shift as the Workers’ Party (WP) ramps up its efforts to contest in the upcoming General Election. With a…
Trump Revokes Security Clearances Amid Growing Controversy in Washington
In a flurry of recent decisions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked security clearances from several high-profile officials, escalating tensions in Washington. This includes his predecessor Joe Biden, former…
Hostage Exchange: Hamas Releases Three Israelis Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Negotiations
In a significant yet bittersweet turn of events, Palestinian militant group Hamas handed over three Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on 8 February 2024.…
Anwar Ibrahim Reverses Malaysia’s Controversial Islam Guidelines
KUALA LUMPUR: In a significant policy reversal, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on 7 February 2024 that the government would not introduce proposed guidelines regulating Muslim participation in non-Muslim…
Tragic Alaska Plane Crash: Search and Recovery Operations Underway
In a heartbreaking turn of events, search efforts are currently focused on a small passenger plane that went missing in Alaska with ten people on board. The Cessna 208B Grand…
Normal Train Services Resume After Derailed Engineering Vehicle Cleared
On Friday, 7 February 2024, commuters faced significant delays on the North-South and East-West lines due to a derailed engineering vehicle that blocked trains at Bishan Depot. SMRT, the public…
Ong Beng Seng Faces Legal Challenges Amid Cancer Treatment
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…
Raymond Ng Charged with Cheating 12 Victims Over Vendshare Scheme
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.…
Tragic US Air Collision: Military Helicopter Had Safety Systems Off
A recent collision between a US Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet resulted in the tragic loss of 67 lives, marking it as the deadliest air…
Trump’s Sanctions Against the ICC: A Showdown Over War Crimes Investigations
In a bold move, US President Donald Trump has reinstated sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), targeting those involved in investigations related to US citizens and allies like Israel.…
Pope Francis Battles Bronchitis but Remains Committed to Schedule
Pope Francis is once again facing health challenges, as he has been diagnosed with bronchitis. The Vatican confirmed on Thursday, 6 February 2024, that the 88-year-old pontiff would continue with…
Analyst Barath Gopal Fined for Forging Grandfather’s Death Certificate in Leave Scandal
In an unusual case of workplace deceit, Barath Gopal, a 29-year-old analyst, was fined S$4,000 after admitting to forging his grandfather’s death certificate to secure compassionate leave from his job.…
South Korea Faces Political Turmoil as President Yoon Suk-yeol’s Martial Law Challenged
South Korea is currently mired in a profound political crisis following President Yoon Suk-yeol’s controversial declaration of martial law on 3 December 2023. The declaration, which lasted only about six…
Geylang Brick Assault: Two Arrested for Grievous Hurt
In a shocking incident reported in Geylang, two young men have been arrested following the brutal assault of a 43-year-old man using a brick. According to the Singapore Police Force,…
US Military Flights Deporting Indian Migrants: A New Chapter in Immigration Policy
A C-17 military aircraft marked a significant moment in U.S. immigration policy by returning 104 Indian immigrants to India, reflecting ongoing discussions between the U.S. and Indian governments regarding illegal…
Singapore to Invest S$150 Million in Flood Resilience and S$7 Billion in Family Initiatives
SINGAPORE — A significant boost in funding is on the horizon as Singapore earmarks about S$150 million for drainage upgrading projects to enhance flood resilience while also committing nearly S$7…
Leong Mun Wai Faces Criticism Over Comments on Multiracial Policies in Singapore Parliament
SINGAPORE: A spirited debate in Parliament on 5 February 2024 ignited over Non-Constituency Member of Parliament Leong Mun Wai’s remarks regarding Singapore’s multiracial policies. Law and Home Affairs Minister K…
COE Prices Drop Again as Public Safety Concerns Rise
The first Certificate of Entitlement (COE) bidding exercise for February 2025 saw a further decline in prices, while discussions surrounding public safety and the CMIO model continue to shape Singaporean…
Impeachment Complaint Against Sara Duterte Gains Momentum in Philippines
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…
Aung San Suu Kyi’s Auction Fails Again Amid Ongoing Detention
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…
Iskandar Rahmat Executed for 2013 Double Murder of Tan Family
SINGAPORE: The execution of former police officer Iskandar Rahmat has sent ripples through Singapore. Convicted for the brutal murder of Tan Boon Sin and his son Tan Chee Heong in…
USAID Faces Major Restructuring as Trump Administration Puts Staff on Leave
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…