Asia Pacific

Chinese Son Who Teamed Up with Friends to Kill His Mother in a Fake Road Accident to Claim Her Insurance, Sentenced to Death

The 23-year-old man, surnamed Lu, and his friend, identified as Yang, were both handed the death penalty while the third friend, identified as Cheng, was sentenced to 7 years in prison for his involvement in the crime.

Nov 1, 2025

By Manthan C.

Vietnam, UK Deepen Partnership with New Comprehensive Strategic Deal Covering 6 Sectors

Both the countries decided to encourage market access and improve agricultural trade cooperation in an open, understandable, and efficient way.

Oct 31, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Fire Breaks Out at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands Hotel Complex, No Injuries Reported

The SCDF said that preliminary findings suggest that nearby welding operations were most likely the cause of the fire.

Oct 28, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Australian Cruise Passenger Dies After Being Left on Remote Island on Great Barrier Reef; Investigation Underway

The 80-year-old woman was found dead on Lizard Island after she failed to re-board a tourist cruise ship over the weekend.

Oct 28, 2025

By Manthan C.

Singapore: Fire in Yishun HDB Flat Involving Personal Mobility Aid Leaves One Hospitalized, 25 Evacuated

The Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) said that it was informed about the fire at Block 756 Yishun Street 72 at 12.05 pm.

Oct 20, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore Red Cross Contributes S$50,000 for Flood Relief in Vietnam

In September and October, Vietnam was struck by typhoons Ragasa, Bualoi, and Matmo, which caused significant flooding.

Oct 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh Says Vietnam Shows Remarkable Socio-Economic Progress Amid Multiple Challenges

Binh said that these accomplishments were made possible by a volatile global and regional environment, severe natural disasters, and an unprecedented pandemic.

Oct 13, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

1 Malaysian Dead, 5 Singaporeans Injured After Express Bus Crashes into Signpost in Selangor

Four of the Singaporeans were reportedly not seriously injured and were released from the hospital that same day.

Oct 12, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Singapore, Vietnam Unveil Fresh Measures to Enhance Economic Collaboration

The Singapore Food Agency and Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment have also established a joint task force to further agri-food trade cooperation.

Oct 11, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore Man, 20, Nabbed Within 18 Hours for Loan Shark Harassment

Loan shark harassment is punishable by a fine of S$5,000 to S$50,000, up to five years in jail, and up to six canings for first-time offenders.

Oct 9, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Yishun Murder Case: 66-Year-Old Suspect Remanded for Medical Assessment in Singapore

Last month, Koh was charged in a hospital with killing 30-year-old Vietnamese woman Nguyen Phuong Tra by stabbing her in the chest with a knife.

Oct 9, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 3 Hospitalized, 50 Evacuated Following Kitchen Fire at Toa Payoh HDB Flat

The SCDF said that two of the three individuals who were brought to Singapore General Hospital were assessed for smoke inhalation.

Oct 6, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Sydney Family's 'No-Phone' Policy Reveals Sexual Relationship Between 15-Year-Old Teen and His Teacher

Ella Clements, 24, is now facing a slew of sex crime charges over a sexual relationship she had with the teenager.

Oct 1, 2025

By Manthan C.

Singaporean Woman, 29, Arrested for Hurling Verbal Abuse at Police During Second Link Roadblock in Malaysia

The case is being investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code, which prohibits preventing a public servant from performing their duties.

Sep 29, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Yishun Knife Attack: Neighbour Charged for Alleged Murder of Mother of Two

Koh Ah Hwee is charged with killing 30-year-old Vietnamese national Nguyen Phuong Tra outside a sixth-floor apartment building.

Sep 26, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

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