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Pentagon chief launches new purge – media

Pete Hegseth has reportedly fired the head of the Defense intel agency after a leak claiming the US did not destroy Iran’s nuclear program Read Full Article at RT.com
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Pentagon chief launches new purge – media

Pete Hegseth has reportedly fired the head of the Defense intel agency after a leak claiming the US did not destroy Iran’s nuclear program Read Full Article at RT.com

France summons Italian envoy after deputy PM mocks Macron – media

Matteo Salvini has ridiculed the French leader’s calls for Western troops in Ukraine, suggesting he should “hop on a tram” and go himself Read Full Article at RT.com
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France summons Italian envoy after deputy PM mocks Macron – media

Matteo Salvini has ridiculed the French leader’s calls for Western troops in Ukraine, suggesting he should “hop on a tram” and go himself Read Full Article at RT.com

Police warn of scams involving requests for school fee payments; over $30k in losses reported

Victims have lost at least $38,000 so far after falling prey to scams that involve fraudulent requests for tuition or school fees.At least 16 of such cases have been reported since August 2025, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Saturday (Aug 23).Scamme
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Police warn of scams involving requests for school fee payments; over $30k in losses reported

Victims have lost at least $38,000 so far after falling prey to scams that involve fraudulent requests for tuition or school fees.At least 16 of such cases have been reported since August 2025, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Saturday (Aug 23).Scammers would approach victims by using compromised school email accounts to ask them for urgent and prompt payment of school or tuition fees.They would be asked to make payment to a bank account listed in the email and warned that failure to do so would lead to legal consequences.“Victims would subsequently realise that they had been scammed after checking or receiving notifications from the schools,” said SPF.In a separate statement on Friday, the Ministry of Education (MOE) had also warned of scam emails targeting students from institutes of higher learning and their parents, asking them to make payment for school fees, reported CNA.“Those who have transferred money or provided personal information are advised to file a police report and notify their bank immediately,” the ministry was quoted as saying.

Italian man allegedly tricked Singaporean woman into sex work in Dubai, on trial for human trafficking

An Italian national is on trial after allegedly luring a Singaporean woman into sex work in Dubai under pretenses that they could get married in Qatar once she raised US$10,000 (S$12,800) as proof of funds.Achraf Arjaouy, 31, faces one count of recruiting a p
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Italian man allegedly tricked Singaporean woman into sex work in Dubai, on trial for human trafficking

An Italian national is on trial after allegedly luring a Singaporean woman into sex work in Dubai under pretenses that they could get married in Qatar once she raised US$10,000 (S$12,800) as proof of funds.Achraf Arjaouy, 31, faces one count of recruiting a person by deception for sexual exploitation under the Prevention of Human Trafficking Act, for which he has pleaded not guilty, reported Shin Min Daily News.According to CNA, the court heard on Friday (Aug 22) that Arjaouy came to Singapore in March 2021 and met the victim, who cannot be identified due to a gag order, the following month on Tinder. He claimed to the woman that he was from a wealthy Qatari family, a pilot for Qatar Airways and that he wanted to get married.The woman was swept up by his words and, within a few days, travelled to Dubai with him with the intention to marry him in Qatar, Shin Min Daily News reported.However, the prosecution alleged that Arjaouy deceived her, saying she had to show US$10,000 as a proof of funds to enter the latter country. 

'They're just like my own': This couple shares why they decided to foster a child with special needs

Fostering a child may not always be easy, but for this couple, it was something they always wanted to do.Shanmugan Paricana, 78, and Letcheme Packirisamy, 75, has fostered three children before, and now fosters Sam, who has been diagnosed with Global Developm
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'They're just like my own': This couple shares why they decided to foster a child with special needs

Fostering a child may not always be easy, but for this couple, it was something they always wanted to do.Shanmugan Paricana, 78, and Letcheme Packirisamy, 75, has fostered three children before, and now fosters Sam, who has been diagnosed with Global Development Delay, a condition when a child takes longer to reach certain development milestones than other children their age. Speaking to AsiaOne at their home in Yishun, the couple recounted the first time they welcomed a foster child into their lives.«I have always wanted to foster children. Even before taking in my first (foster) child in 2019, I had spent nearly a decade reading up on the role,» said Letcheme. «I remembered taking in our first foster child, it was a rewarding feeling to provide them with a place they could call home.» This couple was among the 30 foster families who attended the Ministry of Social and Family Development's (MSF) Fostering Open House at the Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre on Saturday (Aug 23).

Madagascar beat Kenya 4-3 on penalties to reach CHAN 2024 semifinals

Madagascar secured a dramatic place in the semifinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) after defeating hosts Kenya 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout.
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Madagascar beat Kenya 4-3 on penalties to reach CHAN 2024 semifinals

Madagascar secured a dramatic place in the semifinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) after defeating hosts Kenya 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout.

Nearly 20 Puntland soldiers killed in fierce battle with ISIS in northern Somalia

Bosaso (HOL) — At least 20 Puntland soldiers were killed and more than 30 others wounded in heavy fighting with Islamic State-linked militants in northern Somalia, security officials said Friday.
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Nearly 20 Puntland soldiers killed in fierce battle with ISIS in northern Somalia

Bosaso (HOL) — At least 20 Puntland soldiers were killed and more than 30 others wounded in heavy fighting with Islamic State-linked militants in northern Somalia, security officials said Friday.

Somalia’s defense minister warns opposition against mobilizing military

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Defense Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi has warned opposition politicians against attempting to mobilize the military or resort to armed conflict, as tensions rise following failed talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
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Somalia’s defense minister warns opposition against mobilizing military

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Defense Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi has warned opposition politicians against attempting to mobilize the military or resort to armed conflict, as tensions rise following failed talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

Franceville : Berthe Zoé Lendoye, modèle de gouvernance au Deuxième Arrondissement

En un peu plus de deux années de transition, Berthe Zoé Lendoye, Déléguée spéciale du Deuxième Arrondissement de Franceville, a su redonner souffle et crédibilité à une institution municipale qui sombrait dans l'oubli et la désorganisation. À so
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Franceville : Berthe Zoé Lendoye, modèle de gouvernance au Deuxième Arrondissement

En un peu plus de deux années de transition, Berthe Zoé Lendoye, Déléguée spéciale du Deuxième Arrondissement de Franceville, a su redonner souffle et crédibilité à une institution municipale qui sombrait dans l'oubli et la désorganisation. À son arrivée, la mairie présentait un tableau inquiétant : registres d'état civil abandonnés à même le sol, mobilier inexistant et, plus grave encore, des familles entières confrontées à une détresse silencieuse. De nombreux enfants grandissaient (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The Melania Trump rumor that is 'the talk of the White House': Insiders raise bombshell questions in extraordinary new behind-the-scenes account of her relationship with 'unsteady' Donald

Statuesque, sphinxlike and decked out in Dior, First Lady Melania Trump would often rather not do the talking.
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St Elizabeth Police Division hosts camp to empower at-risk youth

More than 100 young people from under-represented and at-risk communities across St Elizabeth spent this week gaining new skills, building friendships, and embracing positive values at the St Elizabeth Police Division’s Non-Residential Youth Camp,...
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St Elizabeth Police Division hosts camp to empower at-risk youth

More than 100 young people from under-represented and at-risk communities across St Elizabeth spent this week gaining new skills, building friendships, and embracing positive values at the St Elizabeth Police Division’s Non-Residential Youth Camp,...

Late Dr Raymond Chang honoured by St George’s College Alumni Association Ontario

St George’s College, a venerable institution renowned for its commitment to educating young men in Jamaica, recently marked a profound milestone of 175 years of resolute dedication to academic and personal development. This significant anniversary...
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Late Dr Raymond Chang honoured by St George’s College Alumni Association Ontario

St George’s College, a venerable institution renowned for its commitment to educating young men in Jamaica, recently marked a profound milestone of 175 years of resolute dedication to academic and personal development. This significant anniversary...

Sculpture by British-Jamaican acquired by the Art Gallery of Ontario

TORONTO: The work of a British sculptor of Jamaican heritage now sits outside the main entrance of the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto – one of the largest art museums in North America . Standing 2.7 metres tall and made of lustrous black bronze...
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Sculpture by British-Jamaican acquired by the Art Gallery of Ontario

TORONTO: The work of a British sculptor of Jamaican heritage now sits outside the main entrance of the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto – one of the largest art museums in North America . Standing 2.7 metres tall and made of lustrous black bronze...

Over 6,000 celebrate Independence at annual Jamaica Fest in Silver Spring, MD

WASHINGTON, DC: The Embassy of Jamaica’s annual Jamaica Fest drew more than 6000 patrons to Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, on Sunday, August 17, making it one of the largest cultural celebrations in the DMV region as the...
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Over 6,000 celebrate Independence at annual Jamaica Fest in Silver Spring, MD

WASHINGTON, DC: The Embassy of Jamaica’s annual Jamaica Fest drew more than 6000 patrons to Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, on Sunday, August 17, making it one of the largest cultural celebrations in the DMV region as the...

Monique Maraj: From darkness to light

Raised in Red Hills, Monique Maraj embodies a story of quiet yet profound transformation. For years, she moved between jobs, stretching every dollar to keep the lights on while raising two children on her own. Each day demanded impossible choices...
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Monique Maraj: From darkness to light

Raised in Red Hills, Monique Maraj embodies a story of quiet yet profound transformation. For years, she moved between jobs, stretching every dollar to keep the lights on while raising two children on her own. Each day demanded impossible choices...

Intervision contest can become a hallmark of Russia, senator insists

Natalia Kosikhina pointed out that unlike Eurovision, where political aspects often prevail over art, Intervision puts cultural exchanges, mutual cooperation, and the strengthening of friendly ties between countries at the forefront
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Intervision contest can become a hallmark of Russia, senator insists

Natalia Kosikhina pointed out that unlike Eurovision, where political aspects often prevail over art, Intervision puts cultural exchanges, mutual cooperation, and the strengthening of friendly ties between countries at the forefront

Zelensky does not have the mandate to sign peace deal with Russia — French politician

Jean-Luc Melenchon, the founder of the LFI party, stressed that holding an election in Ukraine will provide a good opportunity for a truce demanded by the Europeans
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Zelensky does not have the mandate to sign peace deal with Russia — French politician

Jean-Luc Melenchon, the founder of the LFI party, stressed that holding an election in Ukraine will provide a good opportunity for a truce demanded by the Europeans

Ukraine racing to recruit Africans to its army through new embassies — expert

According to Alexander Ivanov, director of the Commonwealth of Officers for International Security, this rush with opening embassies is because Ukraine is planning to recruit Africans for military service in the Ukrainian armed forces
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Ukraine racing to recruit Africans to its army through new embassies — expert

According to Alexander Ivanov, director of the Commonwealth of Officers for International Security, this rush with opening embassies is because Ukraine is planning to recruit Africans for military service in the Ukrainian armed forces

Five killed in horror bus crash after vehicle carrying 52 passengers flipped on busy highway in Upstate New York

The tour bus crashed and rolled over along I-90 in Pembroke, near Buffalo, killing at least five people as more than 20 passengers were rushed to hospital.
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Five killed in horror bus crash after vehicle carrying 52 passengers flipped on busy highway in Upstate New York

The tour bus crashed and rolled over along I-90 in Pembroke, near Buffalo, killing at least five people as more than 20 passengers were rushed to hospital.

10.4ha of forest in Woodlands to be cleared from 2026 for industrial, mixed-use developments

SINGAPORE - Some 10.4ha of forest in Woodlands is slated for clearance from 2026 to build industrial and mixed-use developments for an upcoming precinct highlighted during the recent National Day Rally.The vegetation, about the size of 15 football fields, wil
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10.4ha of forest in Woodlands to be cleared from 2026 for industrial, mixed-use developments

SINGAPORE - Some 10.4ha of forest in Woodlands is slated for clearance from 2026 to build industrial and mixed-use developments for an upcoming precinct highlighted during the recent National Day Rally.The vegetation, about the size of 15 football fields, will be cleared to support new industrial developments that tap the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, which is expected to start operations in end-2026.This was revealed in an environmental impact assessment published online on Aug 20 by site developer JTC Corporation (JTC).It told The Straits Times that the works for Woodlands Gateway will ensure that the land is suitable for construction, with essential infrastructure such as roads, drains and utilities. JTC also said the project will become an employment, commercial and manufacturing hub, which will support manufacturing companies with operations in both Singapore and Johor.JTC said site preparation, such as soil investigation and surveys, are planned to commence in 2025, ahead of any works. Works at the site are scheduled to be completed by 2035, according to the report.

ICA foils attempts to smuggle over 850 vape products via checkpoints in last 5 days

More than 850 vape products were intercepted by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) in the last five days, as it stepped up checks at the various air, land and sea checkpoints between Aug 18 and 22.These checks were part of the ongoing effort agai
Singapore

ICA foils attempts to smuggle over 850 vape products via checkpoints in last 5 days

More than 850 vape products were intercepted by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) in the last five days, as it stepped up checks at the various air, land and sea checkpoints between Aug 18 and 22.These checks were part of the ongoing effort against vapes, which saw the ICA take up a multi-pronged approach to detect and deter attempts to smuggle vapes into the country, said the agency on Friday (Aug 22).As part of the checks, ICA conducts pre-arrival risk assessments at its Integrated Targeting Centre (ITC) unit which uses data analytics to identify high-risk travellers before they arrive in Singapore.These Individuals flagged by the ITC are checked upon arrival prior to entering Singapore.A total of 184 cases were detected during the time, which also saw smuggling attempts involving duty-unpaid cigarettes and chewing tobacco across checkpoints.Over 53,000 cartons and 3,900 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes as well as more than 2,400 packets of chewing tobacco were intercepted by ICA officers.

6 injured in chain collision between 5 trucks and lorries on TPE

Six people were injured in a chain traffic collision between five heavy-goods vehicles along the Tampines Expressway (TPE) on Friday (Aug 22) morning.A video posted on the same day by the Singapore Road Accidents.com Facebook page shows a prime mover and a la
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6 injured in chain collision between 5 trucks and lorries on TPE

Six people were injured in a chain traffic collision between five heavy-goods vehicles along the Tampines Expressway (TPE) on Friday (Aug 22) morning.A video posted on the same day by the Singapore Road Accidents.com Facebook page shows a prime mover and a large lorry that had crashed into each other, a smaller white lorry in the middle, and another large lorry and tipper truck in front.Paramedics are shown attending to an injured person lying on the ground, and police motorcycles and a fire engine can be seen at the accident site.In other clips, rescuers can be seen reaching into the cab of the prime mover, presumably to extricate someone inside. At least three ambulances were present, and paramedics can be seen preparing a stretcher. 

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