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’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 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…
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…
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…
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Erupts, Sending Ash Tower 18km Into the Sky Eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki On [date], Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, located in [location], erupted, releasing a massive ash tower that reached a height of 18 kilometers into the sky. The eruption occurred at 11:05 AM local time and was accompanied by significant volcanic activity….
State Public Health and Environment Chairman Announces ‘No Plastic Bag Day’ Initiative The State Public Health and Environment Chairman recently disclosed plans to implement a new initiative called ‘No Plastic Bag Day’ across all local councils. This initiative aims to combat the issue of plastic pollution in the region. Background Plastic pollution has become a…
Wildfire Named ‘Madre Fire’ Emerges in San Luis Obispo County A wildfire known as the ‘Madre Fire’ ignited on Wednesday in San Luis Obispo County, a predominantly rural area located in the central region of California. The fire has prompted concerns and efforts from local authorities and emergency response teams to contain its spread and…
Collaborative Efforts in Rescue Operation Following Incident In the aftermath of the recent incident, a joint effort between rescuers and residents resulted in successful extractions of individuals trapped under debris. The incident spurred a collective response from both trained professionals and community members alike. Rescuers’ Response Rescuers swiftly mobilized to the scene, equipped with the…
PAP’s Criticism of Pritam Singh’s Podcast Appearance Sparks Controversy The People’s Action Party (PAP) recently came under fire for its criticism of Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh’s appearance on a Malaysian podcast. The PAP’s comments led to a backlash from netizens, who rallied in support of Singh, describing him as composed and thoughtful in…