A Malaysian couple lost over S$80,000 after falling victim to a scam promising Singapore permanent residency, involving fake documents, repeated payments and intimidation tactics over eight...
Police in Johor Bahru have arrested a 39-year-old man linked to a snatch theft on Tebrau Highway. The suspect, who has 33 prior offences, tested positive...
Hungary’s incoming prime minister Péter Magyar says he will halt the country’s withdrawal from the ICC and enforce arrest obligations, warning Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu he could...
Singapore is tightening rules on open-concept massage outlets after a rise in vice-related breaches and public complaints. From late 2026, all such businesses must obtain a...
A dog in Malaysia is undergoing treatment after alleged abuse left it with a fractured leg, as authorities investigate multiple reports lodged against a man suspected...
Indonesia has confirmed a major gas discovery in the Ganal Block, with estimated resources of 5 Tcf of gas and 300 million barrels of condensate.
Workers Make Possible and SG Climate Rally will hold their first joint Labour Day rally on 1 May 2026, linking workers’ rights and climate justice under...
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake hit North Central Timor in East Nusa Tenggara on 21 April 2026, with tremors widely felt but no immediate reports of damage...
A daughter says she found her 91-year-old mother alone, soiled and covered in vomit at a dementia daycare centre. The case has triggered wider debate on...
A decomposed body wrapped in canvas was found on rocks at Pulau Angsa, Selangor. An autopsy confirmed death by strangulation, with police classifying the case as...
A mathematics teacher at Yio Chu Kang Secondary School has died, prompting tributes from students and alumni who recalled her dedication and lasting impact.
A Melbourne bus driver has been sacked after a 12-year-old boy was dragged along the road when his arm became trapped in the vehicle’s door, sparking...
Activist Kokila Annamalai will be charged on 23 April 2026 for failing to comply with a POFMA correction order linked to 2024 posts on Singapore’s death...
Indonesian police have arrested multiple suspects in Banten over a counterfeit US dollar scheme, seizing fake banknotes worth Rp1.4 billion (US$81,700).
Japan issued a heightened seismic advisory after a 7.5–7.7 magnitude offshore earthquake struck near Iwate on 20 April. Tsunami warnings of up to 3 metres were...
An EU-UN assessment estimates US$71.4 billion is needed to rebuild Gaza after two years of war, highlighting widespread destruction, economic collapse, and a humanitarian crisis affecting...
Apple will appoint John Ternus as chief executive officer from 1 September 2026, with Tim Cook stepping down after 15 years to become executive chairman following...
In 2001, Singapore abolished rent control. A minister cited Chinatown's traditional trades as proof the market would preserve what mattered. Twenty-four years later, those same streets...
Singapore and Malaysia are tightening coordination as the Middle East war disrupts global energy flows. On 20 April 2026, both leaders stressed diplomacy, supply resilience, and...
At least 12 civilians were reported killed in a military operation in Central Papua, with rights authorities condemning the incident and calling for an investigation.
Sarvambikai Shanmugaratnam, mother of President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, died peacefully at home on 19 April 2026, aged 99, and was cremated in a private observance.
A Singaporean singer helped subdue a knife-wielding man at a temple event in Taichung after spotting suspicious behaviour, preventing potential harm to attendees.
A PAP banner featuring Lee Hong Chuang drew online ridicule after a typo labelled “Bukit Batok” as “Bukit Butok”. Netizens mocked the error and questioned quality...
Police say a viral suspected break-in in Melaka was caused by a falling glass triggered by vehicle vibrations, with no criminal activity found.
A Malaysian mechanic has drawn widespread praise after assisting a stranded motorcyclist late at night and refusing payment after realising the rider had only his remaining...
One in three new lawyers in Singapore may quit within three years. Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon warns that heavy workloads, weak mentorship and AI disruption are...
Singapore’s consumer safety watchdog has warned parents to stop using baby self-feeding pillows immediately, citing serious risks including choking, suffocation and potential death.
A Gaza-bound activist flotilla has come under scrutiny after misconduct allegations against a senior organiser and renewed criticism of its leadership and structure.
A 71-year-old suspect has been remanded for seven days following a fatal Johor shooting that killed three people, as police continue investigating the motive.
An 86-year-old driver in Singapore was fined S$10,000 after accidentally killing two long-time friends when he pressed the accelerator instead of the brake as his car...
