Rescue Operations in Jurong West: SCDF Frees Man Trapped in Drain Pipe
A dramatic rescue unfolded in Jurong West as the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) successfully freed a man whose entire left arm was trapped in a drain pipe under his…
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Rescue Efforts Continue Amidst Tragedy at Sidoarjo School Collapse
Rescue operations are intensifying in Sidoarjo, Indonesia, where a tragic incident unfolded at an Islamic boarding school, Al Khoziny, resulting in numerous students trapped beneath the rubble. The collapse occurred…
Defence Ministers Chan Chun Sing and Mohamed Khaled Nordin Strengthen Singapore-Malaysia Relations
In a significant show of solidarity, Singapore’s Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing recently embarked on a two-day introductory visit to Malaysia. Beginning on 25 August 2024, this visit underscores…
President Tharman Thanks Migrant Workers for Heroic Rescue at Istana
In a heartfelt exchange during the National Day open house at the Istana, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and his wife Jane Ittogi met with seven heroic migrant workers who played a…
Seven Migrant Workers Honoured for Heroic Rescue at Tanjong Katong Sinkhole
In a heartwarming incident demonstrating the spirit of community, seven migrant workers were recognised for their bravery in rescuing a woman from a sinkhole at Tanjong Katong Road South. The…
Colombian Forces Rescue 57 Soldiers Held by FARC Dissidents
In a dramatic operation, Colombia’s military has successfully rescued 57 soldiers who were held captive for two days in the mountainous region of Cauca. The soldiers were abducted near the…
Ongoing Rescue Efforts for Missing Crew of Wan Hai 503 Amidst Ship Blaze
A significant maritime incident is unfolding off the southern coast of India, as search and rescue operations continue for four missing crew members of the Singapore-registered container vessel, MV Wan…
Myanmar Earthquake: Devastation and Rescues Continue Amid Ongoing Conflict
The aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Myanmar has led to a heartbreaking scene as rescuers work tirelessly to find survivors. The 7.7-magnitude quake, which struck near Mandalay, has caused…
SCDF Rescues Three from Collapsed Warehouse in Toa Payoh
In a dramatic rescue operation on 28 January 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) saved three individuals, including two young children, after a mezzanine floor collapsed at a Toa…
NParks Rescues Neglected Cats from Bedok Reservoir Flat
Several cats were rescued from a neglected flat in Bedok Reservoir, sparking concern over animal welfare in the area. This distressing event unfolded at Block 147 Bedok Reservoir Road, where…
Severe Flash Floods Devastate Valencia Region, Spain: Over 90 Confirmed Dead
A massive flash flood in southeastern Spain has left the Valencia region in shock, with over 90 confirmed fatalities. Heavy rains hit the area on 29 October 2024, resulting in…