Malaysia’s new fuel subsidy policy

Malaysia’s new fuel subsidy policy

Malaysia rolled out a new fuel subsidy policy this year, and it targets who gets the cheap gas. This change aims to help regular Malaysians while cutting waste. Let’s break down the main parts. First, take a look at what’s new for Malaysians. The price of...
Malaysia’s digital border crossing trial

Malaysia’s digital border crossing trial

Malaysia’s new QR code system for immigration at Johor checkpoints This change marks a big shift in how people cross between Singapore and Malaysia. Travel between these two spots sees over 100 million trips each year, mostly by car or foot. Such a trial aims to...
Byron Haddow Death in Bali

Byron Haddow Death in Bali

A 23-year-old man from Queensland, Byron Haddow, died during a holiday in Bali in 2025. He was found in the plunge pool of his rented villa. His body came back to Australia four weeks later. A second check after arrival showed his heart was missing. This fact shocked...
West African Nations Leave ICC

West African Nations Leave ICC

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have declared their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court. This move marks a bold step by these three nations in West Africa’s Sahel region. All three operate under military rule. They call the ICC a tool of neocolonial...
Singapore-Egypt Strategic Partnership

Singapore-Egypt Strategic Partnership

Beyond Traditional Diplomacy President Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s state visit to Egypt in September 2025 marks a pivotal moment in Singapore’s foreign policy evolution, signaling a strategic pivot toward deeper engagement with the Middle East and North...
The New START Treaty: Nuclear Arms Control

The New START Treaty: Nuclear Arms Control

As the world approaches February 5, 2026, the international community faces a pivotal moment in nuclear arms control. The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the last remaining bilateral nuclear arms limitation agreement between the world’s two...
Uoharu Singapore: Izakaya Excellence

Uoharu Singapore: Izakaya Excellence

One year after its grand opening in Singapore’s lively Central Business District, Uoharu—known in Japanese as 魚治—stands out as a true gem of real Japanese izakaya life. This spot, straight from Tokyo’s streets, has taken root at IOI Central Boulevard...
Ember at North Canal Road

Ember at North Canal Road

Singapore’s food scene buzzes with top spots that draw crowds. Ember on North Canal Road shines as a true highlight in this mix. It masters the craft of cooking with fire. This woodfire spot has claimed its own space. It shapes every dish on the menu around open...