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Half of Singapore traffic accidents linked to drugs or etomidate from 2023-2025 were fatal
Between 2023 and 2025, Singapore recorded 38 traffic accidents involving suspected drug or etomidate use, with 19 resulting in fatalities.
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Modi gifts Meloni Melody toffee during Rome visit, video goes viral with 175M views
On May 19, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni a packet of Melody toffee during his Rome visit.
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Singapore study identifies blood markers predicting psychosis in at-risk Asian youth
Researchers in Singapore found blood protein biomarkers that predict psychosis development with 96% accuracy in at-risk youth.
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Judge launches corruption probe into French politician Edouard Philippe
A French judge opened a judicial investigation in May into former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe over corruption allegations.
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Somaliland and Israel to open mutual embassies in Jerusalem and Hargeisa
Somaliland will open its first embassy abroad in Jerusalem, with Israel establishing its embassy in Somaliland’s capital, Hargeisa.
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Singapore Pledges US$12 Million to CEPI for Pandemic Preparedness 2027-2030
Singapore will contribute US$12 million over 2027-2030 to CEPI to support global pandemic vaccine development efforts.
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Ukraine raises military pay and expands foreign fighter recruitment amid manpower needs
Ukraine announced increased military wages and plans to recruit more foreign fighters to address manpower shortages.
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Singapore outlines multi-pronged energy strategy to boost security and sustainability
Singapore will diversify energy sources and develop low-carbon options to enhance energy security amid limited renewables, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said today.
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59-year-old Chinese man charged with theft of bank cards on flight to Singapore
A 59-year-old Chinese man was arrested at Changi Airport for allegedly stealing two bank cards from a passenger on a flight from South Korea to Singapore.
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Italian police dismantle European gang making toxic BBQ briquettes from waste ashes
Italian police arrested 12 in a transnational waste crime ring producing toxic BBQ briquettes and seized a plant in South Tyrol.
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Singapore warns of ongoing pandemic risks and commits to global health cooperation
Minister Ong Ye Kung warned of future pandemic risks and pledged Singapore’s transparent pathogen data sharing at a Geneva event.
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British prosecutors to announce charges over 2017 Grenfell Tower fire by June 2027
British prosecutors will announce criminal charges linked to the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire by June 14, 2027, the fire's 10th anniversary.
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Chief officer jailed nearly three years for crew death on chemical tanker in Singapore
Dao Tien Manh was sentenced to 2 years 9 months' jail for causing death of crew member by ordering unsafe tank cleaning.
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Bedok Central TB screening ends after testing 3,525 people with one active case found
The TB screening exercise at Bedok Central screened 3,525 people since May 2 and diagnosed one active TB case now under treatment.
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Climate change shrinking seabird habitats and pushing them toward extinction by 2100
Climate change is shrinking seabird habitats worldwide and could reduce their range by 70% by 2100, increasing extinction risks.
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Singaporean Tourist Rescued by Helicopter on Jeju Island After Entering Restricted Area
A 60-year-old Singaporean tourist was airlifted from Sanbangsan Mountain in South Korea after entering a restricted zone on May 18, 2026.
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UK Prime Minister Starmer to Publish Defence Investment Plan Ahead of NATO Summit
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will publish a defence investment plan before the NATO summit in Ankara on July 7-8, 2026.
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EU Ambassadors Agree to Start Membership Talks with Ukraine and Moldova
EU member states agreed on June 12 to launch the first phase of accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, starting June 15.
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Indian Air Force An-32 crashes in Assam, killing five personnel
A Russian-made Indian Air Force An-32 crashed while landing at Jorhat, Assam, killing five personnel and injuring the co-pilot.
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Woman seriously injured in shark attack at Sydney's Coogee Beach
A 35-year-old woman was seriously injured in a shark attack at Coogee Beach, Sydney, on June 13, 2026.
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UAE Agrees to Unlock Up to $20 Billion for Iran Amid War Negotiations
The UAE agreed to release billions of dollars to Iran after weeks of attacks, aiming to ease regional tensions during ongoing US-Iran talks.
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Hanoi scales back petrol motorbike ban amid public opposition and delays
Hanoi government reduced its planned petrol motorbike ban in the city center after pushback and infrastructure delays.
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Thailand boosts surveillance for Ebola and mpox amid rising concerns
Thailand has strengthened monitoring and hospital preparedness for Ebola and mpox after new cases and regional risks emerged.
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US Provides Poland $4 Billion Loan for Arms, Raising Total Military Aid to $20 Billion
The US announced a new $4 billion Foreign Military Financing loan to Poland for arms purchases, totaling $20 billion available under the program.