Analysts discuss the political and strategic factors behind Israel’s intensified operations following two months of relative calm.After two months of an uneasy ceasefire, hostilities have resumed in Gaza, with Israel launching airstrikes on Tuesday (Mar 18) and announcing a new ground operation the following day. The escalation has resulted in heavy casualties, with Gaza’s health …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
As the General Election approaches, Suresh Vanaz shares his struggles as a full-time caregiver and what needs to change for a more inclusive Singapore.Singapore's upcoming General Election has sparked discussions on the country's future, but for caregivers like Suresh Vanaz, the urgent need for support goes beyond political debates. At 46, Suresh has spent over …
Sengkang MP Highlights Impact of High Rents on Business Viability and InflationWorkers' Party MP Jamus Lim (Sengkang GRC) has raised concerns over the rising rental costs affecting businesses, describing them as a significant challenge for small business owners.In a social media post on Wednesday (Mar 19), Assoc Prof Lim shared insights from conversations with residents, …
Spanish Candidate Acknowledges Complex Voting Process as Contest IntensifiesPYLOS, Greece – Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr., a leading candidate in the race for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidency, has acknowledged the unpredictable nature of the upcoming election, set to take place on Thursday.Samaranch, currently an IOC vice-president, is among the top contenders, alongside Zimbabwe’s Sports …
BX Digital to introduce blockchain-based asset trading with direct settlement in SwitzerlandSwitzerland’s financial regulator, FINMA, has granted a licence to BX Digital, a subsidiary of the Stuttgart Stock Exchange, to launch a blockchain-based trading system. The announcement was made on Tuesday.The new platform will facilitate direct asset transfers and settlements on the Ethereum blockchain, eliminating …
Strangers step in to help when a lift breakdown leaves a passenger strandedA heartwarming act of kindness unfolded at Bukit Mertajam KTM station in Penang when three strangers carried a wheelchair user up a flight of stairs after discovering the station’s lift was out of service.The incident, shared in a viral TikTok video by @ismailazemin, …
The Billionaire Property Magnate Leaves Behind a Legacy of Real Estate Success and PhilanthropyHong Kong property tycoon Lee Shau Kee, founder of Henderson Land, passed away on Monday (Mar 17) at the age of 97, the company confirmed in a statement.From Modest Beginnings to Property GiantBorn into a family that owned gold and silver businesses …
Employee Frustrated Over Break Policy That Keeps Workers Confined to Store PantryA retail worker in Singapore has expressed frustration over a workplace policy that forbids employees from leaving the store during their breaks, instead requiring them to eat only in the staff pantry.A Restrictive PolicySharing his experience on the r/askSingapore subreddit on Sunday (March 16), …
The right-back is sidelined due to an ankle injury sustained during Tuesday's Champions League defeat.Trent Alexander-Arnold will not feature for Liverpool in their League Cup final clash against Newcastle United this Sunday at Wembley. The 26-year-old right-back, who was injured during Tuesday's Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain, is unavailable for the match.Liverpool manager Arne …
The 35-year-old former teacher at Kinderland Preschool is jailed for ill-treating toddlers, with her actions caught on camera.A former preschool teacher in Singapore was sentenced to 17 months and two weeks in prison on March 13, 2025, after pleading guilty to ill-treating four children. Min Lin, 35, who taught Mandarin at Kinderland Preschool, was convicted …
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