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Politics

Taiwan Just Revealed What Its New Missile Can Do—But a Budget Fight Could Put the Entire T-Dome Shield at Risk

Taiwan has disclosed new technical details about its domestically developed Chiang Kung, or “Strong Bow,” missile, highlighting the system’s importance to the island’s planned multi-layered T-Dome air defense network—even as a political fight over defense funding threatens to delay the program. The National Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST), Taiwan’s state-run defense research and development organization, released specifications for the interceptor on Saturday, putting a s

August 23, 2026

Entertainment

Tag Makes a Major JAPAC Move—And Its New Production Leader Could Change How Brands Create Content

The regional expansion brings Gate's capabilities across film, photography, CGI, visual effects, sound and post-production to clients throughout JAPAC. Tag says the model is designed to connect specialist local expertise with its broader international production network—giving brands another option as they seek to produce high-quality campaigns across multiple markets without sacrificing consistency or efficiency. A veteran producer takes the helm Kenneally has been named Production Lead, Gat

August 23, 2026

Singapore

He Heard a Loud Crack Before the Tree Came Down — What Happened Next in Dempsey Shocked Onlookers

SINGAPORE — A routine drive through Singapore’s Dempsey area turned frightening on Saturday morning when a large tree suddenly toppled onto two vehicles, trapping a 60-year-old private-hire driver inside his car. The incident happened at about 10am on Aug. 22 along Loewen Road, near the Museum of Ice Cream, according to the Singapore Land Authority (SLA). The driver, identified by The Straits Times as Saiful, 60, said he was turning his white Nissan MPV out of the Museum of Ice Cream when he h

August 23, 2026

Singapore

SINGAPORE MAN, 66, JAILED 6 MONTHS AFTER INSECTICIDE-FLAME ATTACK ON ROOMMATE — THEN POLICE UNCOVERED THE STRANGE SLIPPER CASE

A 66-year-old Singaporean man has been sentenced to six months and one week in jail after a series of offences that included directing a flame created from insecticide spray at his roommate during an argument and, in a separate incident, taking an 11-year-old girl's slippers from a tuition centre. Or Yong Soon pleaded guilty to three charges on Aug. 18, with several other charges taken into consideration during sentencing. The case involved voluntarily causing hurt, criminal intimidation, misch

August 23, 2026

Politics

SOGO Corruption Case Takes a Stunning Turn: Four Acquitted, Two Face Long Prison Terms

TAIPEI — Taiwan’s long-running Pacific SOGO bribery scandal has taken another dramatic turn after the High Court overturned the convictions of four defendants while upholding lengthy prison sentences against two former lawmakers. The ruling, handed down on Aug. 21, cleared former New Power Party legislator Hsu Yung-ming, incumbent Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) legislator Chen Chao-ming, Hsu’s assistant Wu Shih-chang, and Chen’s office director Liang Wen-yi. At the same time, the court upheld

August 23, 2026

Thailand

THAILAND ON ALERT: 51 Attacks Rock the Deep South as Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani Face a Night of Fire and Explosions — What Happens Next?

BANGKOK — Thailand’s troubled southern border was hit by a wave of coordinated-looking disturbances Saturday night, with fires, explosions, attacks on infrastructure and other incidents reported across Yala, Narathiwat and Pattani. The scale of the violence initially appeared smaller before authorities expanded and verified the number of incidents. Thai PBS reported that by 9:42 p.m. on August 22, security authorities had recorded 32 incidents across the three provinces — 14 in Yala, 13 in Nar

August 23, 2026

Entertainment

Ogilvy Thailand Has a New Leader—But What Comes Next Could Change Everything

BANGKOK — A new chapter is beginning at Ogilvy Thailand. The agency has appointed Mettipapan Tongton as Ogilvy Lead, succeeding longtime Chief Executive Officer Jiravara Virayavardhana, who is retiring after more than 31 years with the company. The leadership transition, effective in August 2026, comes at a pivotal moment for both the agency and its parent network, WPP, as the advertising industry undergoes rapid technological and structural change. Tongton brings more than 18 years of experie

August 23, 2026

Business

Kimly Is Making a Major SGX Move — But the Bigger Plan May Be What Comes Next

Singapore coffee shop operator Kimly Limited is preparing for a major step in its corporate journey, proposing to transfer its listing from the Singapore Exchange’s Catalist board to the Mainboard. But the listing upgrade is about more than prestige. Kimly says the move could give it greater access to capital, broaden its investor base and strengthen its ability to pursue larger investments, acquisitions and new areas of growth—including opportunities in the halal food and beverage market. Th

August 23, 2026

Politics

Taiwan’s Spy Probe Explodes: More Than 20 Under Investigation as Military Officers Face Chinese Recruitment Allegations

TAIPEI — Taiwan has expanded an investigation into a suspected Chinese espionage network following the conviction of two former military personnel accused of passing military secrets and attempting to recruit fellow service members, raising fresh concerns about the vulnerability of Taiwan’s armed forces to covert intelligence operations. The investigation, centered in southern Taiwan, now involves more than 20 persons of interest, including several serving army captains, according to sources ci

August 23, 2026

Singapore

Singapore Man Dies After Planned Suicide Pact With Teenage Girlfriend Involving Drugs

A 21-year-old Singaporean man died from a drug overdose after he and his then-16-year-old girlfriend had discussed ending their lives together, a coroner’s inquiry has heard. The case, which dates back to June 2025, has resurfaced following findings presented at the coroner’s inquiry into the man's death. According to a report by Mothership, citing Shin Min Daily News, the man, identified as Lim Yong Xiang, was found motionless near the entrance of a shopping-mall car park in the Novena area d

August 23, 2026