Court of Appeal Vindicates Goh Jin Hian Over IPP Damages Claim
SINGAPORE — In a significant twist, former Inter-Pacific Petroleum (IPP) director Goh Jin Hian has emerged victorious in the Court of Appeal, which on 5 June 2024 overturned a previous…
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Kim Kardashian’s 2016 Robbery: French Court Convicts Thieves in Landmark Ruling
In a significant verdict, a French court has convicted a gang involved in the notorious 2016 robbery of reality TV star Kim Kardashian, where they stole over US$10 million in…
Man Arrested for Allegedly Stealing S$50,000 from Wedding Money Boxes
A man’s alleged brazen act of theft during a wedding reception has left many stunned. The 36-year-old will face charges in court for reportedly stealing two money boxes that contained…
Cloey Tan Fined S$18,000 for GST Evasion and Social Media Tips
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…
Dutch Crew Members Plead Guilty in Pasir Panjang Oil Spill Incident
SINGAPORE — In a significant development following an environmental disaster, four Dutch crew members from the dredger Vox Maxima have pleaded guilty to negligence that led to the worst oil…
South Korea’s Yoon Suk-yeol Faces Impeachment and Criminal Charges in Court
The political landscape in South Korea has been rocked by the ongoing legal troubles of President Yoon Suk-yeol. Recently, he faced a Seoul court for the first time as part…
Lim Tean Sentenced for Practising Law Without Certification
In a landmark ruling, lawyer and opposition politician Lim Tean has been sentenced to six weeks in jail and fined S$1,000 after being convicted for practising law without a valid…
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…
Singapore Court Sentences Man to 10 Years for Rape of Ex-Girlfriend
A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 10 years and six weeks in jail along with nine strokes of the cane for raping his ex-girlfriend, highlighting the severe repercussions of domestic…
Legal Consequences for Two Singaporeans Involved in Criminal Activities
In recent court proceedings, two Singaporean men received harsh sentences for their participation in illegal activities, ranging from moderating pornography websites to orchestrating a massive Ponzi scheme. Tan Wee Quan…
Italian Court Sentences Three for Deadly Migrant Shipwreck incident
An Italian court has sentenced three individuals to up to 16 years in prison for their roles in a tragic migrant shipwreck that resulted in the deaths of at least…
Bail Granted to Aaron Samuel Yukon in Ryan Lian Slashing Case
Aaron Samuel Yukon, a 21-year-old man accused of slashing actor Ryan Lian multiple times with a knife, has been granted bail of S$15,000. This decision was made during a court…
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…
Court Acquits Daim Zainuddin Posthumously, Wife’s Case to Proceed
KUALA LUMPUR – In a notable legal development, a Malaysian court has acquitted former Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin from failing to declare his assets, just days after his passing on…
Court Cases Highlight Grievous Hurt Charges in Singapore: Stabbing and Traffic Incidents
SINGAPORE — In a recent series of court cases, two incidents involving grievous hurt have captured public attention. A stabbing at St Joseph’s Church and a traffic accident involving a…
Ong Beng Seng Granted Leave for Medical Trip Amid Legal Troubles
Property tycoon and hotelier Ong Beng Seng has received court permission to leave Singapore for a work-related trip, amidst serious legal challenges he is currently facing. The 78-year-old businessman, known…
Najib Razak Ordered to Enter Defence on 1MDB Charges Amid Ongoing Legal Struggles
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak finds himself once again in the spotlight as the High Court in Kuala Lumpur has ordered him to enter his defence regarding money laundering…
Mahathir Mohamad Discharged from Hospital, Challenges Zahid Hamidi in Court
In a turn of events for Malaysia’s former Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has been discharged from hospital after being treated for a respiratory infection. His office confirmed that…
Court Actions Taken Against Vernon Yang and Thanesh Murugan in Separate Cases
SINGAPORE – Legal troubles are piling up for two individuals as their recent actions land them before the courts. From threats of violence to illegal crossings, these incidents reflect ongoing…