Yip Pin Xiu Engaged After a Stellar Year of Achievements
Singapore’s sports sweetheart, Yip Pin Xiu, has had quite the year and it just got even better! Known for her extraordinary achievements in the pool, the seven-time Paralympic gold medallist…
Tag: 2024
Oxford’s 2024 Word of the Year: The Rise of ‘Brain Rot’
In an age where information overload is the norm, Oxford University Press has unveiled its Word of the Year for 2024: ‘brain rot’. This intriguing term highlights the effects of…
Georgian Protests Escalate Amid EU Accession Delays
Ongoing protests in Tbilisi have intensified as thousands rally against the Georgian government’s decision to delay pursuing European Union membership. The unrest stems from a post-election crisis that has plunged…
Travel Insurance Tips Amidst Natural Disasters in 2024
SINGAPORE – As many prepare to escape the hustle and bustle of work and school this festive season, several beloved travel destinations have recently faced life-threatening natural disasters. Locations like…
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…
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…
2024 Sees Record Deaths Among Aid Workers Amidst Gaza Conflict
The year 2024 is shaping up to be a devastating one for humanitarian workers, with a staggering 281 aid workers reported killed worldwide, according to the United Nations. This marks…
Trump’s Return: Impact on NATO Defense Spending and Leadership Changes
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again taken the helm after defeating Kamala Harris in the recent elections. This victory raises questions about the future of NATO and potential…
Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump: Power, Politics, and Padded Shoulders in the 2024 Election
The upcoming 2024 election is shaping up to be a riveting clash between two contrasting political figures: Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. As each candidate gears up…
Continued Violence in Lebanon: Israeli Airstrikes Claim Lives as Tensions Escalate
In a tragic escalation of violence, Israeli airstrikes have claimed at least 20 lives in Barja, a town south of Beirut, according to Lebanese health authorities. This assault is part…
Joe Biden Backs Kamala Harris in Final Campaign Push Before Election
As the US election approaches, former President Barack Obama returned to his roots in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on 2 November 2024, rallying support for Vice President Kamala Harris. The visit highlighted…
Trump and Harris Battle for North Carolina Votes Ahead of Presidential Election
As the U.S. presidential election approaches, the race intensifies in battleground states, particularly North Carolina. With just a few days until voters head to the polls on 5 November 2024,…
Biden and Harris Navigate Complicated Campaign Dynamics in Final Days Before Election
As the 2024 US Presidential Election approaches, President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris find themselves in a tight spot. With just days to go, their campaign strategies are pulling…
Trump and Harris in Neck-and-Neck Race Amid Controversial Rally in New York
As the countdown to the 2024 Presidential Election accelerates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are heating up the battlegrounds with rallies that are grabbing headlines and causing quite a stir.…
Kamala Harris Takes Aim at Trump in Tight Presidential Race
As the clock ticks down to the election on 5 November 2024, US Vice-President Kamala Harris is gearing up for a showdown with former President Donald Trump, declaring America is…
Luong Cuong Takes Charge as Vietnam’s New President Amid Political Changes
HANOI — In a significant political development, Vietnam’s parliament elected military general Luong Cuong as the new state president on 21 October 2024. His election comes during a period of…
Harris Critiques Trump as Campaign Ramps Up in North Carolina
The race for the US presidency is heating up as Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican rival Donald Trump hit the campaign trail. On 21 October 2024, both candidates delivered…
Prabowo Subianto Sworn In as Indonesia’s New President
JAKARTA — On 20 October 2024, Prabowo Subianto will officially take over the presidency of Indonesia, becoming the nation’s eighth leader after a landslide victory in the February elections. The…