K-pop singer Hyuna collapses on stage at Waterbomb music festival in Macau
The former member of K-pop groups such as Wonder Girls, 4Minute and Triple H took to Instagram later on Nov 9 to apologise to fans and assure them she is fine.
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Japan observes tiny tsunami following 6.9-magnitude quake
A powerful offshore quake struck northern Japan, triggering brief tsunami advisories and minor waves along the coast. Train services were suspended and buildings swayed, though no…
Recent anti-Semitic incidents in Singapore worrying, such acts will not be tolerated: minister
Singapore has seen several anti-Semitic incidents, including vandalism in schools and verbal abuse towards Jewish individuals, prompting concern from the Government.
Free entry, Milo and pop-up market: National Gallery Singapore’s 10th birthday wish is art for all
The $532 million gallery housed in the restored buildings of the former Supreme Court and City Hall is marking its first decade of welcoming more than 14 million visitors since…
Government will keep all options open for Singapore founding PM Lee Kuan Yew’s family home: minister
The Government on Nov 3 announced its intention to gazette the roughly 1,100 sq m site as a national monument, citing its historical significance and national importance.
Rights activists in Malaysia call for justice as High Court orders reparations for missing men
Malaysia's AGC will appeal court rulings that held the government and police responsible for the disappearances of Pastor Raymond Koh and Amri Che Mat.
Singapore Foreign Minister Balakrishnan discusses Gaza peace efforts in meetings with Israeli leaders
As part of his four-day trip to the Palestinian Territories and Israel, Dr Balakrishnan also met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar,…
Indonesia’s robust growth number faces scepticism amid declining retail sales, rising jobless claims
Employers worry inflated figures will trigger unrealistic wage demands. Tax collection fell 4.4%. Efficiency measures, like infrastructure spending cuts, contribute to weakness.
In India’s Bihar, parties woo restless Gen Z voters but jobs promises raise doubts
Caste loyalties remain a strong influence, but some youth are drawn to new parties like Jan Suraaj, which rejects caste politics and emphasises future prospects.
To help indoor vertical farms, Singapore research project aims to optimise crop seeds
The Seed Innovation Hub hosted at NUS received a $22 million boost from the authorities on Nov 5 to advance crop breeding and develop superior seeds with traits such as faster…