The Housing and Development Board (HDB) is taking steps to make home ownership more attainable for young couples with its newly expanded Deferred Income Assessment (DIA) scheme. Minister for National…
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale rocked central Myanmar and parts of Thailand on 28 March 2024, leading to substantial panic and destruction. The quake’s epicentre was…
SINGAPORE: Recent court rulings have revealed a worrying trend regarding offences of sexual misconduct, as two men are sentenced for their appalling acts against vulnerable individuals. Tnee Chin Kiat’s Disturbing…
A 27-year-old woman, Cloey Tan Wan Qi, has been fined S$18,000 after she was found guilty of fraudulent evasion of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on luxury items purchased during…
In a decisive move, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national election set for 3 May 2024. This brings forth a five-week campaign focused on the pressing issue…
King Charles III was hospitalised briefly on 27 March 2024 after experiencing temporary side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, as confirmed in a statement from Buckingham Palace. Following medical…
K Shanmugam, Singapore’s Minister for Law and Home Affairs, has decided not to file a police report against two sisters who disrupted his Meet-The-People Session (MPS) in Chong Pang on…
A 51-year-old Singaporean man, Abdus Sattar, has been charged with multiple offences related to a religious assembly that allegedly involved a preacher with extremist links. The incident occurred at Lantana…
A recent incident onboard a Singapore Airlines flight has led to the arrest and charging of a 30-year-old Indonesian man for theft and cheating after he allegedly stole a passenger’s…
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is set to face serious charges in a trial that could alter the political dynamics in Brazil. The Supreme Court has decided unanimously that Bolsonaro…
A leaked exchange among top officials from the Trump administration has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation into national security protocols. The conversation, which occurred on the encrypted messaging…
Four US Army soldiers have gone missing during a training exercise in Lithuania, with search operations currently underway. The incident took place near Pabrade, a town located in eastern Lithuania,…
The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has made significant changes in its leadership, announcing that Leong Mun Wai will once again take the helm as secretary-general. This decision comes just ahead…
Singapore is buzzing with excitement this March, from culinary accolades to the upcoming General Election. Let’s dive into what’s hot in the Lion City this week! Seven Local Eateries Shine…
On 25 March 2024, hundreds of Palestinians protested in northern Gaza, voicing their opposition to Hamas and demanding an end to the ongoing war with Israel. This rare display of…
SINGAPORE: In alarming cases involving foreign nationals on flights to Singapore, two incidents have captured public attention in recent weeks. Theft on Board A 30-year-old Indonesian man is facing charges…
In a significant political event, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has emerged victorious from a no-confidence vote, establishing the ongoing stability of her coalition government. The vote, held on 26…
Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and Workers’ Party Secretary-General, recently sparked conversations on Singapore’s political landscape following the release of the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee (EBRC) report. He…
In a politically charged atmosphere, Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen have expressed their discontent over a planned visit by a US delegation, which they…
As diplomatic efforts heat up in Riyadh, the United States and Ukraine are pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Russia, which has now entered its fourth year.…
In a significant legal drama, the appeal of Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan against her money laundering conviction has started. This comes just three months after a key loss…
In a week marred by disaster, South Korea is grappling with a tragic sinkhole incident and devastating wildfires that have claimed lives and caused extensive damage. Sinkhole Horror Claims Life…
The tensions between the United States and Greenland are heating up as a high-profile US delegation prepares to visit the semi-autonomous territory, a move that’s being perceived as provocative by…
SINGAPORE: Cold Storage Singapore, the nation’s oldest supermarket chain, is about to begin a new chapter as Malaysian retail group Macrovalue announces its acquisition. This significant deal includes 48 Cold…
Ordering from economy rice stalls just got a whole lot simpler! Starting from 24 March 2024, Koufu food courts and coffee shops will implement a brand-new system of colour-coded price…
In an exciting development for Singapore’s democratic process, more than 2.75 million citizens will be eligible to vote in the upcoming General Election. That’s an increase from around 2.6 million…
SINGAPORE: A social media post by Chia Boon Teck, vice-president of the Law Society of Singapore, has ignited a wave of criticism over comments he made regarding the case of…
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to unfold as both nations prepare for negotiations with the United States in Saudi Arabia. The urgency for a ceasefire has intensified, particularly…
Pope Francis made a heartwarming return to the public eye on 23 March 2024, waving to well-wishers from the balcony of Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. This marked his first appearance in…
As the political landscape shifts in Jurong, the newly carved Jurong Central Single Member Constituency (SMC) is poised to become a battleground in the upcoming General Election. Red Dot United…