A 44-year-old man was arrested on Saturday (Sept 13) for drink driving and driving under disqualification after his car crashed into a traffic light pole.Footage posted to the Singapore Road Accident Facebook page showed the aftermath of the incident, which occurred in the wee hours.The clip, believed to be taken by a passenger in a passing vehicle, captured a black BMW that had crashed into a traffic light pole, with the car still lodged against the pole at the scene. Its parts were strewn about, with its bumper visibly damaged and the driver's door open.The traffic light pole was severely damaged and leaning at an angle.In response to queries, police told AsiaOne that the Traffic Police officers were conducting a patrol on Sept 13 at about 1.45am along Beach Road when they signalled for a car to stop. Shortly after, the car sped off and crashed into the traffic light pole.The incident occurred at the junction of Nicoll highway and Sims Way.The man was conscious when the Singapore Civil Defence Force took him to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, the authorities said.Police investigations are ongoing.[[nid:722270]]

MOUNTAIN HOME, Idaho — About six months into his posting to the Republic of Singapore Air Force's Peace Carvin V detachment in Idaho, US, Military Expert 5 (ME5) Esley Pwee received a text from his older sister Emily.It wasn't to check in on how he was doing, but to ask what items ME5 Esley's three-year-old son Hayden would like.That was how the 32-year-old senior maintenance officer learnt that Emily, a military intelligence expert with the Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS), would be joining him in the US for Exercise Forging Sabre.Held from Sept 6 to 21 at Mountain Home Air Force Base, this year's sense and strike exercise involves over 800 personnel from the Singapore Army, RSAF, DIS and the defence technology community.It is both ME4 Emily, 37, and ME5 Esley's second time at Exercise Forging Sabre, but their first time participating together.

For mechatronics systems student Ian Lim, having access to larger, revamped lab facilities would significantly enhance his learning environment and motivation throughout his curriculum.Speaking to AsiaOne, the 25-year-old student from the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) shared that his wish has now been realised, thanks to the revamped spaces at the new campus in Punggol. «I think it really shows SIT's commitment [in] preparing students for the future. Having access to nearby research labs and upgraded facilities gives us the chance to do hands-on work that complements what we learn in class,» said the Year 4 student. Lim, who is in his final year, added that the new labs provide him and his teammates with ample space to test ideas quickly and gain hands-on experience, while preparing them for future research.

According to Vasily Piskarev, the West is actively training provokers and influence agents ahead of the next electoral campaign

Spencer Cox said that Tyler Robinson has pleaded not guilty

According to Alexey Zhafyarov, a spokesman for the Russian prosecutor general’s office, these structures’ activities were focused on destabilizing the socio-political situation in Russia, meddling in electoral processes, discrediting the country’s domestic and foreign policies

Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani condemned the Israeli attack as a «dangerous escalation threatening regional peace and security and undermining any efforts toward stability in the Middle East»

According to Rodion Miroshnik, the Ukrainian authorities cannot be «even suspected» of wanting to implement any agreements

The NIA has filed charges against three individuals—Vishal Gill, Bhagwant Singh, and Diwan Singh—for their involvement in the Amritsar temple grenade attack. They are accused of conspiracy, execution, providing shelter, and destroying evidence. Investigations continue into other suspects, including Sharanjeet Kumar and foreign-based Badalpreet Singh, focusing on terror funding channels and international linkages to uncover the broader conspiracy.

The longtime lawmaker, who has at times disagreed with Trump on foreign policy, has been a supporter of Ukraine in its war against Russia. 

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have opened an investigation after a traditional elder was killed in an airstrike by unidentified aircraft in Somalia’s Sanaag region on Saturday afternoon, an attack his family says targeted him alone.

Kismayo (HOL) — Jubbaland security forces mounted a major operation Sunday in Raaskambooni, Lower Juba, to disrupt al-Shabab activity and block planned militant attacks on military bases and other key sites.

Russia’s air defense shot down four guided aerial bombs, one HIMARS multiple launch rocket system, and 361 fixed-wing drones, according to the Russian Defense Ministry

Vasily Piskarev stressed that despite the numerous attempts to meddle in the elections in Russia, the voting is proceeding in strict compliance with the Russian constitution and electoral laws

Rodion Miroshnik noted that some European countries and Ukraine are seeking to misinterpret the notion of security guarantees, including by adding such parameters as an unlimited army, foreign contingents, and so on

The pontiff also noted that the positions of each side to the conflict have both positive and negative aspects and called for being guarded by supreme values

According to Igor Borisov, а total of 1,397 attacks on the CEC portal have been reported since the beginning of the ongoing election campaign and such attacks continue

Washington wants migrants worldwide to seek protection only in the first country they enter, Reuters and Bloomberg have reported Read Full Article at RT.com

The agency linked the cut to growing political instability and doubts over the government’s ability to rein in mounting debt Read Full Article at RT.com

The suspect in the Charlie Kirk murder case told acquaintances on Discord, however, that he was the shooter, the Utah governor has said Read Full Article at RT.com

In training notes for inspectors, the education standards body states: 'Children and young people with autism are at increased risk of being susceptible to extremism.

Alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, was turned over by Lance Twiggs, who lived with him in a three-bedroom apartment in Saint George, Utah, Daily Mail can reveal.

Kirk, 31, was assassinated on Wednesday while speaking at a university event in Utah, after a single bullet struck him in the neck.

Three individuals were arrested during a large-scale police operation in Auðbrekka, Kópavogur, last night.

Ukraine may need $10-20 billion more than previously planned to sustain the conflict with Russia, the IMF has reportedly said Read Full Article at RT.com

The suspects, who were detained in Georgia, may reportedly have been planning to smuggle the materials into Russia or derail local elections Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – Biotechnology products account for a major portion of Iran’s pharmaceutical exports, with a share of 60 percent.

TEHRAN – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has issued a statement appreciating the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) for the relief supplies delivered following the devastating earthquake that hit the country.

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has established a working group to monitor wildlife cybercrimes and combat illegal wildlife trade, an official with the DOE has said.

Students accompanied by their parents are busy buying stationery and other items as the new school year will officially start on September 23.

TEHRAN – Located on the international migratory bird corridor, the valuable wetlands and diverse habitats in Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari host thousands of birds that choose this province as a winter refuge to escape the Siberian cold.

Mogadishu (HOL) - U.S. Ambassador to Somalia Richard H. Riley, accompanied by Deputy Ambassador Justin Davis and Political Director Matthew Younger, held a meeting in Mogadishu with the Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Aden Madoobe.