Wildfires across New South Wales have wreaked havoc, burning through thousands of hectares of bushland and prompting a series of emergency responses from the authorities. As of 7 December 2024,…
Recent events at the Louvre have raised eyebrows, as a water leak in the Egyptian antiquities department has damaged hundreds of books, highlighting the museum’s ongoing issues with infrastructure. This…
In a significant diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on 4 December 2024, aiming to boost economic ties with India amid increasing American pressure on the…
French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to Beijing has focused on securing a ceasefire in Ukraine and strengthening trade ties between France and China. Meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping,…
Spain faces a critical juncture as it grapples with an outbreak of African swine fever, confirmed in the Collserola mountain range outside Barcelona. The detection of the virus, which spells…
Singapore’s cultural landscape witnessed significant changes as Khir Johari’s book on Malay gastronomy clinched a prestigious accolade, while a scheme for foreign performing artistes is set to end due to…
A landmark legal battle is underway in Australia as 15-year-old Noah Jones contests a new law aimed at preventing under-16s from accessing social media platforms. Set to take effect on…
In a recent statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed strong accusations against Ukraine’s European allies, claiming they are undermining US-led initiatives aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. During an…
TEL AVIV: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made headlines by requesting a pardon from President Isaac Herzog during his long-running corruption trial—one that has split the nation down the middle.…
In a shocking turn of events, 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal is facing first-degree murder charges after the tragic shooting of two National Guard members in Washington D.C. on 26…
You can’t tell me that you’ve never wondered just how the late playwright Tom Stoppard managed to make theatre both intellectually stimulating and thoroughly enjoyable. Stoppard once remarked, “Theatre is…
A shooting incident in Washington DC has sparked a fierce debate about asylum policies in the United States. The attack, which resulted in the tragic deaths of two service members…
Airlines globally are engaged in a race against time to address a significant software issue affecting their Airbus A320 jets, with operations in Asia and Europe already feeling the impact…
In a shocking turn of events on Wednesday, 26 November 2024, two National Guard soldiers were shot in a targeted ambush mere blocks from the White House. The suspect, identified…
In a bold move drawing mixed reactions, Australia’s government is set to implement a world-first social media ban on children younger than 16 starting 10 December 2024. This legislation, which…
On 26 November 2024, Australian telco Optus reported yet another emergency call outage, this time affecting around 14,000 users near Melbourne. This incident comes just two months after a severe…
A South Korean-born woman, Hakyung Lee, has been sentenced to life imprisonment in New Zealand for the horrifying murder of her two young children, whose bodies were discovered in suitcases…
As Singapore navigates another bustling week, a range of incidents and developments have caught public attention, from tragic accidents to vibrant community changes. Accidents on the Roads A 72-year-old motorcyclist…
In a shocking turn of events, Israel has targeted Hezbollah’s top military chief, Haytham Ali Tabatabai, in an airstrike in Beirut on 23 November 2024, igniting concerns of escalating tensions…
In a shocking series of events, more than 300 children were abducted from St Mary’s Catholic school in Niger State, Nigeria, with reports confirming that at least 50 have managed…
In a significant development for global climate action, Turkey has been confirmed as the host for the COP31 climate summit in 2026, with Australia spearheading the negotiation process. The formal…
Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory, is grappling with the aftermath of Cyclone Fina, which recently lashed the region with destructive winds and heavy rainfall. As a category three…
At the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, a hard-fought compromise was reached, marking a critical moment in international climate negotiations. The outcome, however, has sparked mixed reactions, with a…
In a dramatic turn of events, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have voiced their positions on a controversial peace proposal put forth by the United States…
COP30 Climate Talks in Brazil Faces Stalemate Over Fossil Fuels and Climate Finance The COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil, is experiencing a tense deadlock as nations grapple with critical…
In the latest display of his combative approach towards the press, US President Donald Trump ignited controversy after referring to a female journalist as “piggy”. These remarks took place during…
As the war in Ukraine continues to drag on into its fourth year, new developments have emerged concerning a peace proposal put forth by the United States. High-level discussions in…
The recent developments in Singapore have sparked interest, particularly with the government’s latest action and upcoming weather patterns. MalaysiaNow Website Blocked In an unusual move, the Singapore Government has issued…
As tensions escalate between Israelis and Palestinians, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his government’s stance against the establishment of a Palestinian state while also addressing ongoing violence against Palestinians…
The United States is rallying support at the United Nations as the Security Council prepares to vote on a resolution endorsing President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza. With calls…