Gaza ceasefire talks held up by Israeli withdrawal plans
Israel Proposes Continued Military Presence in Significant Portion of Palestinian Territory Israel has put forward…
Gaza ceasefire talks held up by Israeli withdrawal plans
Israel Proposes Continued Military Presence in Significant Portion of Palestinian Territory Israel has put forward a proposal that would see the maintenance of military forces in over 40% of the Palestinian territory. The suggested plan has sparked discussions and debates among various stakeholders. Background The proposal comes in the context of ongoing tensions and conflicts…
Tan See Leng’s call for grads to ‘keep open mind’ draws public pushback amid job market worries
Minister and NTUC Chief Encourage Graduates to Keep an Open Mind in Job Search On 10 July, Manpower Minister Tan See Leng and NTUC chief Ng Chee Meng offered advice to fresh graduates, urging them to maintain an “open mind” in their pursuit of employment opportunities. The suggestion was made in light of current economic…
Bursa ends slightly lower on lack of fresh catalysts
Market Indicators Point to Potential Portfolio Reallocation by US Institutional Investors According to a recent analysis conducted by an industry expert, there are early indications that institutional investors based in the United States may be considering realigning their investment portfolios. The potential shift in investment strategy has been noted in various market indicators and signals,…
Jollibean workers claim unpaid wages as multiple outlets close across Singapore
Jollibean Outlets in Singapore Close Amid Unpaid Salary Claims Several Jollibean outlets in Singapore have recently shut down, leaving workers in a state of uncertainty due to alleged months of unpaid salaries and Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions. The sudden closures caught employees off guard, as they claim to have received no prior notice. Worker…
Gaza civil defence says 23 killed in Israeli strikes
Israel Launches Airstrikes Following Hamas Announcement Israel launched a series of airstrikes just hours after Hamas announced its willingness to release 10 hostages. The bombardments took place in the Gaza Strip, intensifying tensions in the region. Israeli Response to Hamas Announcement The Israeli military responded swiftly to the Hamas announcement by conducting airstrikes in Gaza….
Landlord in Jurong West evicts tenant after power bank allegedly explodes while charging, causing fire
Jurong West Landlord Evicts Tenant Following Fire Incident A recent incident in Jurong West has resulted in a landlord evicting a tenant after a power bank allegedly exploded while charging, leading to a fire that damaged a bedroom. The fire was reportedly put out by members of the public before the Singapore Civil Defence Force…
Taiwan kicks off military drills in face of China threat
Taiwan’s Annual ‘Han Kuang’ Exercises to Include US High-Tech Rocket Systems Taiwan’s annual military exercises, known as the ‘Han Kuang’ exercises, are currently underway and will continue until July 18. This year’s exercises will see the inclusion of high-tech rocket systems provided by the United States. Background on Han Kuang Exercises The ‘Han Kuang’ exercises…
Pritam Singh’s appeal against conviction over false testimony to Committee of Privileges set for 4 November
Pritam Singh’s Appeal Against Conviction for Lying Under Oath Workers’ Party leader Pritam Singh is scheduled to have his appeal heard on 4 November at 10am regarding his conviction for providing false testimony to the Committee of Privileges. Singh was previously fined S$14,000 for the offense. He has expressed his intention to challenge both the…
Ambush, clashes kill at least 40 in central Nigeria
Authorities Attribute Attacks to Criminal Groups Authorities have identified criminal gangs as the perpetrators of recent attacks in the region. The term “bandits” is commonly used in the country to refer to these criminal elements. Background of the Attacks The attacks have been ongoing for several months, with reports of violence and unrest escalating in…
No public update over investigation findings in PSP-PAP volunteer altercation case after six months
Investigation into PSP Volunteer Harassment Allegations Still Pending Progress Singapore Party (PSP) volunteer Stella Stan Lee filed a police report on 5 January 2025, alleging harassment during a walkabout in Bukit Gombak. The incident occurred over six months ago, and the police have since concluded their investigations. Referral to the Attorney-General’s Chambers Following the conclusion…
