Protests Erupt in Multiple Indonesian Cities Jakarta At least 500 people gathered in Jakarta as part of a series of rallies that have spread throughout Indonesia. The demonstrations, which took place in several cities including Palembang, Banjarmasin, Yogyakarta, and Makassar, drew thousands of participants. Palembang In Palembang, a significant number of individuals joined the protests,…
Mediacorp Announces Retrenchment of 93 Employees Amid Restructuring Mediacorp, a prominent media company based in Singapore, recently revealed plans to retrench 93 employees, representing slightly over 3% of its total workforce. The decision to downsize comes against a backdrop of economic uncertainty and evolving demands within the media industry. Support for Affected Employees In light…
Israel Claims Killing of Mohammed Sinwar in Gaza Israel announced that it had killed Mohammed Sinwar in May, verifying his death after identifying his body in a tunnel in Khan Yunis in June. Background Mohammed Sinwar was a prominent figure in Gaza, known for his involvement in various activities. Israel has accused him of being…
Body of 11-Year-Old with Special Needs Found in East Coast Park The body of 11-year-old Muhammad Hairil Effendi, who had special needs, was discovered in the waters off East Coast Park on 30 August. Effendi had been reported missing prior to the tragic discovery. The police have confirmed that no foul play is suspected in…
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Emphasizes Importance of Respecting Democratically Elected Government Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah recently highlighted the significance of respecting the government that is chosen through a democratic system. The Sultan’s statement serves as a reminder of the crucial role that democratic processes play in governance. Respect for Democratic Principles The Sultan’s remarks underscore…
Scam Losses in Singapore Reach S$456.4 Million in First Half of 2025 In the first half of 2025, Singapore faced a total of S$456.4 million in scam losses, with nearly 20,000 cases reported. Despite a decrease from the same period in 2024, scams involving substantial amounts of money and cryptocurrencies experienced significant growth. Furthermore, perpetrators…
Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Dismissed by Their Respective Clubs In recent developments in the football world, two former Manchester United managers, Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, have been sacked by their respective clubs. Mourinho was dismissed from his position shortly after Solskjaer was fired by domestic rivals Besiktas. Jose Mourinho’s Dismissal Jose…
Progress Singapore Party Responds to Police Probe Outcome The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has acknowledged the conclusion of the police investigation into the Bukit Gombak walkabout incident. While accepting the outcome of the probe, the party has raised concerns over the lack of public disclosure regarding key findings from the investigation. Concerns Over Lack of…
Allegations of Promoting Communism in Textbooks In 2021, Yazid Othman made a claim that the former deputy minister of education had directed the revision of textbook contents to glorify communism. The accusation has sparked controversy and raised concerns among various stakeholders. Yazid Othman’s Claim Yazid Othman, a prominent figure, alleged that a high-ranking official within…
Singapore Implements Stricter Penalties for Vape and Kpod Offenses Singapore is set to introduce tougher penalties for individuals involved in the use of vape and Kpod devices starting from 1 September. The new measures include the possibility of caning for traffickers and increased fines and rehabilitation programs for youth offenders. Additionally, Etomidate will be reclassified…