Society

Gerard Pique booed off pitch while training with Spain

A Spanish national football open training session finished early after Gerard Pique was taunted by fans. Pique walked off with his team mates after 25 minutes due to the crowd booing and shouting at him. The Barcelona centre back took part in the controversial Catalonia independence referendum which the government deems illegal.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Cameroon: 17 killed by police during separatist marches

Police have shot dead 17 people, some by military helicopter, during a large separatist rally in Bamenda, Cameroon. Calls have increased across Cameroon for the country to be divided into separate states for the English-speaking and the French-speaking. Many English-speakers claim they face discrimination from the Francophone government, led by President Paul Biya.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Tribute to animals on World Animal Welfare Day

It's up to the educated masses to create awareness among themselves and help in preventing the animals from becoming extinct.

Oct 3, 2017

By Sahana S

Singapore: Education Ministry lambasts bullying in any form

Singapore's Minister of Education, Ng Chee Meng on Tuesday, October 3 stated that bullying in any form will not be tolerated and strict action will be taken against the accused.

Oct 3, 2017

By Sanchalita Mullick

Jimmy Kimmel gets emotional speaking about mass shooting in his hometown

Jimmy Kimmel spoke candidly about the mass shooting that happened in his hometown, Las Vegas killing over 50 people.In the emotional introduction to his TV show he said how he disagreed with those who believe nothing can be done about mass shootings.The TV personality was teary and his voice broke as he spoke.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Ghost of 'Governess' photographed at pub, Halloween begins early

The Griffin Inn, which was converted to a pub in the early 19th century, has a record of several haunting incidents, including an old man's spirit sitting by the fire, and a lady, who has been christened "The Governess."

Oct 3, 2017

By Adrita Biswas

Democratic Senators speak out after Las Vegas mass shooting

Sundays massacre in Las Vegas spurred a ritual-like response from US politicians following the mass shootings that have left a trail of victims across the country: Democrats renewed demands for tougher gun laws while Republicans offered up prayers but showed no signs of supporting such legislation.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Singapore river turns bright green overnight, tiny organisms to blame

Workers near the Singapore river have said that they have been noticing a green tinge of algal bloom and a pungent smell from the river for the past two days.

Oct 3, 2017

By Adrita Biswas

Las Vegas residents help those in need after Mandalay Bay massacre

Residents of Las Vegas have gathered en masse in the Nevada city to donate food and drink and give blood in the aftermath of the deadly shooting on Oct. 1. At least 59 people were killed and hundreds more injured, when 64-year-old Stephen Paddock opened fire on crowds at the open air Route 91 Harvest festival.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Las Vegas residents help those in need after Mandalay Bay massacre

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Victims remembered after horrific mass shooting in Las Vegas

Candlelight vigils were held across Las Vegas on Monday night after over 50 people were killed in a mass shooting. And in New York the Empire State building went dark to mark the tragedy.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Passive smoking is equally harmful: Study

Singapore sets 21 as revised legal age for smoking

According to the Health Ministry, raising the minimum legal age intends to reduce and eventually eradicate chances that tempt youngsters to begin smoking before reaching 21 years.

Oct 3, 2017

By Solomon Kenneth

Las Vegas shooting: Shocked, horrified, dumbfounded, says Stephen Paddocks brother

The brother of Stephen Paddock, the Las Vegas gunman, says hes dumbfounded by what has happened. Paddock opened fire from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Hotel. He later killed himself and authorities said no motive has emerged so far.

Oct 3, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Singapore: Bank loans show downtrend, but still up 5.1%

Latest figures from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) showed that bank loans grew for 11th straight month in August due to the still resilient business and consumer lending.

Oct 3, 2017

By Kiersnerr Gerwin Tacadena