Three women and one man aged between 47 and 61 were arrested and charged on suspicion of involvement in multiple spiritual 'blessing' scams.The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a press release on Friday (June 6) that they had received a report three days prior from a woman who was allegedly cheated by the three others in Chinatown.«The first woman had initially approached the victim seeking directions to a Chinese physician. A second woman then intervened, claiming knowledge of a suitable physician but explained that consultations could only occur outside the premises due to overcrowding,» the release stated.This second woman wanted the victim to pose as her relative, and the trio went to meet the third woman, who claimed to be a Chinese physician and told the victim she was «experiencing misfortune due to negative spiritual elements».«The three woman and the victim then arranged to meet at Hong Lim Park and the victim was convinced to surrender $700 in cash and a gold necklace with a Guan Yin pendant to the 'Chinese physician', who then placed the items in a black plastic bag and performed a purported blessing ritual,» the release read.
It's past midnight and most would be asleep, but for this individual, sleep would not come easily.A Geylang resident is in distress over loud music being blasted past midnight near his rented apartment, according to a Reddit post by user Obsessionmachine on Saturday (June 7).In his post, Obsessionmachine shared a video of the neighbouring estate across the road, Crystal Mansions.Loud music can be heard blaring, apparently emanating from somewhere within Crystal Mansions.«This is happening at 1am,» the user clarified.«Can't locate the source of this music. Police couldn't help either. I suppose this will be my life until my rent agreement is over in one and a half year.»The user also sought help from other Redditors, asking if there is anything he could do to resolve this issue.One user suggested contacting Jalan Besar's Member of Parliament, also highlighting noise control regulations.«You have the right to a quiet night's rest,» they said. «You need to believe that while seeking resolution.»
A cyclist was conveyed to the hospital after a police vehicle collided into him along Keppel Road on Friday (June 6).At around 3.10pm, the police were alerted to an accident involving a police vehicle and a 41-year-old cyclist along Keppel Road towards Marina Coastal Expressway, the police said.According to preliminary investigations, the driver of the police vehicle, a 30-year-old male officer from the Special Operations Command (SOC) had allegedly left the scene after colliding with the cyclist.«He was not aware that he had done so until the traffic police contacted the SOC,» the police said.«The officer returned to the scene immediately to assist with investigations upon being informed.»The cyclist was conveyed conscious to hospital, and the officer is assisting with investigations for driving without due consideration of other road users and causing hurt.The officer has also been removed from driving duties while police investigations are ongoing.[[nid:715805]]khooyihang@asiaone.com
Ukrainian MP Artyom Dmitruk has accused Vladimir Zelensky of hiding the true death toll and looting payouts meant for bereaved families Read Full Article at RT.com
A labour dispute could potentially mean we see fewer bananas and higher prices at the grocery store. And in another hit to your breakfast, a popular coffee brand has been yanked from shelves at Loblaws stores over a pricing spat — all of which experts say highlights the fragility of the global supply chain.
The Tory leader said there were 'scenarios' in which the UK might need to halt arrivals from entire states - and that rights laws should not prevent states from doing so
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has concluded that semaglutide-based medications increase the risk of a serious eye condition Read Full Article at RT.com
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, June 6th
According to the news outlet, Elon Musk remains the world’s richest businessman, but his fortune declined by $33.9 billion
«No matter what the pro-government media outlets say, I am tried today because I am Gagauzia's head,» Evghenia Gutsul stated
The next phase in the Angara-A5 modernization program involves adapting the rocket for launching manned spacecraft
In annual terms, exports from Germany to Russia lost 9.3%
Kiev’s attacks on Russian strategic airbases gave Moscow a valid reason to retaliate with force, according to US President Donald Trump Read Full Article at RT.com
Hashtags, photo booths and doughnut walls in a TikTok-trending destination with no hope of a taxi in sight… Sophia Money-Coutts helps you navigate the new-style nuptials
Daily Mail Australia can exclusively reveal a crime scene under police guard within the remote area of the Good Night Scrub National Park after human remains were found in the search for Pheobe Bishop.
Scores of dealers based in the UK and China are using social media to openly advertise their cut-price illegal fat jabs to vulnerable people.
SIMON JONES: Arsenal have stepped up talks for a £70million striker. The Gunners are working to get a deal done but are yet to bid. The forward scored 21 goals and logged six assists.
Like two little boys trading playground insults they know are escalating out of control, the pair had been sparring all day - until one of them finally blurted out the slur he knew might end their friendship for ever.
Moscow’s Maria Zakharova earlier denounced as “irresponsible” Washington’s intimations that it could target Iranian nuclear facilities Read Full Article at RT.com
Western sanctions have opened doors for new partnerships in trade and technology, participants at a global tech forum have told RT Read Full Article at RT.com
A London, Ont., man convicted of killing four members of a Muslim family and severely injuring a fifth member in a hate-motivated attack is appealing on three grounds, including the judge shouldn't have allowed the jury to consider Nathaniel Veltman's white nationalist manifesto. The news comes on the fourth anniversary of the attack.
At the same time, the newspaper noted that Ukrainian servicemen acknowledge the improving quality of Russian drones
The State Duma Chairman emphasized that Ukraine is deliberately attacking Russia's global cities
The message was prompted by the German chancellor’s statements made in the United States
According to Andrzej Duda, he reassured the US leader that Karol Nawrocki’s victory in the Polish presidential election guarantees continuity in key aspects of national policy
The match was held at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow
Relevant documents have been published by the White House
Prime Minister Modi addressed a public gathering in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, condemning Pakistan for targeting the region's tourism industry and attacking humanity and Kashmiriyat in Pahalgam. He accused Pakistan of attempting to incite communal riots and destroy the livelihoods of poor Kashmiris. Modi lauded the resilience of the people and highlighted Operation Sindoor, a decisive blow to Pakistan-based terrorists.
At the inauguration of the Katra-Srinagar train service, former J&K CM Omar Abdullah humorously reminded PM Narendra Modi about restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah pointed out his own «demotion» from CM of a state to CM of a Union Territory.
Katra railway station buzzed with excitement as students celebrated the launch of the Jammu-Kashmir rail link, including the Vande Bharat train. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans to extend operations from Jammu station in September. PM Modi inaugurated the Chenab and Anji Khad Bridges, inspected the structures, and interacted with engineers, marking a significant milestone for connectivity.
A Delhi court acquitted former coal ministry officials H C Gupta, K S Kropha, and K C Samaria in a case concerning irregularities in the allocation of Jharkhand's Mahuagarhi coal block to JAS Infrastructure. However, the firm and its director, Manoj Kumar Jayaswal, were convicted, with sentencing arguments set for July 8.
The Brics Parliamentary Forum strongly condemned the Pahalgam terrorist attack, a move seen as a rebuke to Pakistan's justification of anti-India terror. The forum, including China, committed to combating terrorism in all forms, including cross-border movement and financing. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized joint efforts to curb financial support to terrorist organizations and enhance intelligence sharing among nations.
The International Atomic Energy Agency’s head has made the remark amid Russian authorities’ reports of Ukrainian UAV strikes on the facility Read Full Article at RT.com
