The BJP and AAP are locked in a fierce debate over Yamuna River pollution ahead of Chhath Puja. The BJP claims progress, stating they never promised drinkable water but enabled celebrations. AAP counters, citing pollution reports and challenging the CM to drink the river's water, accusing the BJP of political maneuvering.

Local chef Benny Se Teo posted an apology on Facebook on Friday (Oct 24) following the «strong opinions» he had expressed about the death of four-year-old Megan Khung, who died in 2020.A subsequent Facebook exchange between Se Teo and Megan's father, local content creator Khung Wei Nan, better known as Simonboy, has also touched many hearts.A report on the fatal abuse of Megan by a review panel convened to examine how the case was handled by agencies was released on Thursday (Oct 23).Megan died after sustained abuse at the hands of her mother and her mother's then-boyfriend. A fatal blow inflicted by the latter killed her on Feb 22, 2020.The case has horrified most Singaporeans, many of whom who have shared their opinions in comments and posts online.'Spoke out of emotion'In his post on Friday, Se Teo, 65, stated that he had «spoke out of emotion and without verifying the facts».

A 15-year-old were among 24 persons arrested for their suspected involvement in a government official impersonation scam. Another nine are assisting with investigations.This follows an island-wide anti-scam enforcement operation conducted between Oct 23 and 24.The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a press release on Sunday (Oct 26) that those arrested are aged between 15 and 34, while those assisting with investigations are between 16 and 70.SPF's Commercial Affairs Department conducted the operation after a victim lodged a report on Oct 22, claiming he had been tricked by scammers impersonating officers from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).Over $1.1 million in lossesThe victim had received an unsolicited call from someone posing as a staff from M1, claiming he had an existing mobile plan contract.When he denied this, the call was transferred to scammers acting as MAS officers, who allegedly told him that a bank account under his name was frozen and his assets have to be safeguarded for investigations.Between Oct 14 and 22, the victim was deceived into transferring over $1.1 million.

A python was successfully captured by two female NParks personnel, described as 'heroines', in Ang Mo Kio early this week, but the action on the sidelines was what has also garnered attention.The incident, which was recorded and posted on Facebook, occurred at Block 338, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1.A Xiaohongshu video taken from a different angle and posted on Oct 20 revealed another commotion which had occurred behind the unfolding action. The clip showed a police officer behind the railing, standing guard to discourage onlookers from getting too close to the operation.The policeman was seen approaching a man in white who had managed to come close to the railing while pointing his phone camera at the women.From the clip, the police officer could be seen placing his hand on the man's forearm as the man then backs away.However, the man could be heard responding agitatedly in Chinese, «Don't push me... I'll fall, don't push me.»He was also heard explaining that he was «just (standing) here», before walking off.

Investigators will work on this case for «as long as it will be required,» Prosecutor of Paris Laure Beccuau said

The relevant declaration to that effect was signed at the summit of the Association in Kuala Lumpur

The capital airport resumed operations at 03:30 a.m. local time

Drones were also downed over water areas of the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea

According to the newspaper, several cities have already postponed activation of centralized heating in residential houses due to insufficient gas supplies

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm wishes for Kharna Puja, a key ritual of the Chhath festival, honouring Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya. He shared a song by Bhojpuri artist Nirahua, highlighting the festival's devotion and traditions. Preparations are underway across Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, with folk songs enhancing the sacred occasion.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announced welfare measures for Bihar's Panchayati Raj representatives if the INDIA bloc wins the upcoming elections. Promises include increased PDS distributor margins, pension schemes, and a Rs 50 lakh insurance cover for Panchayat and Gram Kachari representatives. Yadav urged voters to give the INDIA bloc 20 months to bring about change in Bihar.

La Direction de l'environnement a installé son village environnemental au Tahiti Soul Jazz Festival ce samedi 25 octobre. Gratuit et ouvert toute la journée dans les jardins du musée de Tahiti, cet événement familial a réuni une quarantaine d'acteurs locaux engagés dans l'éco-responsabilité.

La professeure de chant lyrique Emmanuelle Vidal-Hiomai épouse Cavallo est décédée dans la nuit du 24 octobre 2025. Première cantatrice tahitienne et figure majeure de la scène lyrique locale, elle a consacré sa vie à prouver que la voix polynésienne avait sa place dans l'opéra et que la langue tahitienne pouvait résonner dans les plus grandes œuvres du répertoire classique.

Washington is considering attacks against drug networks inside Venezuela, CNN has reported, citing sources Read Full Article at RT.com

For many parents, the most exciting thing at the school gates will be some light gossiping. But some mothers have been left swooning after Ryan Gosling appeared to pick up his children.

President Donald Trump announced he is raising tariffs on Canada by 10 percent. It comes after Ontario ran a TV ad that used a speech from Ronald Reagan where he criticized tariffs.

A livid mother has accused the NHS of 'prejudice' after her eight-year-old son was refused treatment for a speech defect because he is at private school.

Glittering with sequins on Strictly's dancefloor, drag queen La Voix is the jewel in the crown of this year's show with her iconic, devil-may-care strut. But the star has been keeping an extraordinary secret.

Amid a late-night downpour on Friday (Oct 24) night, a tree collapsed onto the Seletar Expressway (SLE), hitting passing motorcycles and sending two riders to the hospital.The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it received a call at 10.10pm regarding a road traffic accident on the SLE towards the CTE, just before the Lentor Avenue exit.Two people were taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, according to SCDF.Dashcam footage posted on Facebook shows heavy rain over the expressway as three motorcycles travel along the right-most lane.A tree from the central divider then falls over, crashing onto the lane.One motorcyclist appeared to be hit by the tree, bumping into the central divider, but managed to regain control.Another was hit but lost control and fell onto the road while the bike skidded forward, producing sparks from the friction.

The French army chief of staff said that he is prepared to send troops to “benefit” Ukraine under security guarantees next year Read Full Article at RT.com

Ce samedi 25 octobre, une quarantaine d’étudiants de la prépa HEC du lycée Paul-Gauguin se sont mobilisés pour une grande opération de nettoyage sur les plages d’Ahonu et d’Orofara, aux côtés de l’association Mama Natura.

In an email dated February 16, 2011, Epstein wrote to Andrew saying: 'Would you ask Katherine Keating if she would like to come for dinner with Woody Allen next week in New York?'