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An elaborate land scam in Indonesia's Kepri province has left 247 victims defrauded of Rp16.8 billion. Impersonating ATR...
04/07/2025

An elaborate land scam in Indonesia's Kepri province has left 247 victims defrauded of Rp16.8 billion. Impersonating ATR/BPN officers, the syndicate used fake websites, uniforms, and forged certificates to deceive landowners. Authorities have arrested multiple suspects in this sophisticated operation. Read full details in the article.

A sophisticated land scam operation involving fake officials and forged land certificates has been uncovered in Indonesia’s Riau Islands (Kepri), resulting in financial losses of Rp16.8 billion for nearly 250 individuals and legal entities.

The United Arab Emirates is eyeing Batam for its next wave of global investment—covering renewable energy, infrastructur...
04/07/2025

The United Arab Emirates is eyeing Batam for its next wave of global investment—covering renewable energy, infrastructure, data centers, and more. During a recent visit, UAE Ambassador HE Abdulla Salem Al Dhaheri praised Batam’s potential and regulatory progress. Read full details in the article.

Following Australia’s interest, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed its intent to forge a strategic partnership with Batam. The move signals growing international confidence in the Indonesian island’s economic prospects.

Singapore, Johor, and Indonesia’s Riau Islands are exploring a bold revival of the Sijori Growth Triangle, aiming to exp...
04/07/2025

Singapore, Johor, and Indonesia’s Riau Islands are exploring a bold revival of the Sijori Growth Triangle, aiming to expand the Johor-Singapore SEZ and enhance regional investment appeal. With growing geopolitical uncertainty, this trilateral synergy could reshape Southeast Asia’s economic future. Read full details in the article.

A new vision for Southeast Asia's economic future is taking shape as Singapore, Johor, and Indonesia’s Riau Islands explore deeper integration. The goal: to enhance the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) by reviving the Sijori Growth Triangle and leveraging collective regional strength...

Starting July, over 750,000 Singaporean children will receive S$500 in financial support through Child LifeSG credits an...
04/07/2025

Starting July, over 750,000 Singaporean children will receive S$500 in financial support through Child LifeSG credits and education top-ups. This nationwide initiative aims to ease household and education expenses as part of the 2024 Budget support measures. Read full details in the article.

Starting this July, Singaporean families will receive significant government support in the form of S$500 credits per eligible child, part of a larger initiative to ease the cost of raising children.

A 250kg World War II bomb was discovered at a Kuantan housing project site, just 200m from nearby homes. Thanks to swift...
03/07/2025

A 250kg World War II bomb was discovered at a Kuantan housing project site, just 200m from nearby homes. Thanks to swift coordination between police and bomb experts, the old aerial bomb was safely neutralised. Read full details in the article.

A construction site in Kuantan turned into a potential danger zone after a 250kg World War II aerial bomb was discovered buried near a residential area. Thanks to swift action by authorities, the unexploded ordnance (UXO) was safely defused without incident.

HIV cases among teens in Batam have dropped by over 77% in early 2025—thanks to improved education and screening. Howeve...
03/07/2025

HIV cases among teens in Batam have dropped by over 77% in early 2025—thanks to improved education and screening. However, young males still account for 90% of new cases. Officials now aim to reach out to at-risk teens beyond schools with tailored, youth-friendly programs. Read full details in the article.

Batam's ongoing efforts to prevent HIV among teenagers are showing promising signs. New data from the city’s health department reveals a sharp decline in infections, yet the majority of cases still involve adolescent boys.

Can a nation heal if it keeps denying its past? Fadli Zon’s controversial remarks in parliament have reopened one of Ind...
03/07/2025

Can a nation heal if it keeps denying its past? Fadli Zon’s controversial remarks in parliament have reopened one of Indonesia’s deepest wounds: the mass rapes of May 1998. Survivors, lawmakers, and a restless public demand accountability—again.

When Fadli Zon, Indonesia’s Minister of Culture, publicly questioned the scale of sexual violence during the May 1998 riots, he did more than spark outrage in parliament—he reignited a national trauma. His remarks triggered emotional scenes in the legislative chamber, drew condemnation from acro...

Three women are on trial in Singapore for allegedly organising a pro-Palestinian procession to the Istana without a perm...
02/07/2025

Three women are on trial in Singapore for allegedly organising a pro-Palestinian procession to the Istana without a permit. The case has raised questions about peaceful protest, symbolism, and the limits of free expression under the Public Order Act. Read full details in the article.

Three Singaporean women are standing trial for allegedly organising a pro-Palestinian procession to the Istana without a permit. The case has reignited public debate on freedom of assembly, symbolism, and the limits of protest in Singapore.

From 1 July 2025, cyclists and PMD riders in Singapore face steep penalties for using pedestrian-only paths, as the LTA ...
02/07/2025

From 1 July 2025, cyclists and PMD riders in Singapore face steep penalties for using pedestrian-only paths, as the LTA enforces new rules to protect public safety. With more than 200km of footpaths converted and public education campaigns launched, the city moves decisively toward safer shared spaces. Read full details in the article.

From 1 July 2025, stricter regulations will apply to all cyclists and personal mobility device (PMD) users in Singapore, as pedestrian-only footpaths become off-limits. The move aims to protect vulnerable pedestrians and maintain safer shared spaces in town centers.

Over RM4 million worth of imitation fi****ms were seized in a multi-state crackdown across Malaysia, uncovering a vast o...
02/07/2025

Over RM4 million worth of imitation fi****ms were seized in a multi-state crackdown across Malaysia, uncovering a vast online trafficking syndicate. From pistols to carbines, illegal weapons were being sold via social media, raising serious public safety concerns. Authorities are urging online platforms to step up monitoring. Read full details in the article.
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Malaysian police seized over RM4 million worth of imitation fi****ms in major raids across KL, Selangor, and Johor, crippling an online trafficking syndicate and arresting several suspects.

A 43-year-old man was found dead in a Tanjungpinang hotel room, shocking staff and fellow guests. With drugs found near ...
02/07/2025

A 43-year-old man was found dead in a Tanjungpinang hotel room, shocking staff and fellow guests. With drugs found near the body and no signs of violence, police are investigating the cause of death. Read full details in the article.

A quiet afternoon at Hotel Metro, Tanjungpinang, turned somber on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, when a hotel staff member discovered a male guest lifeless in his room. Police investigation is underway following the shocking discovery of drug packets near the body.

The Indonesian Navy has seized the KM Meneer in Batam’s waters, discovering 20 tons of suspected illegal diesel onboard....
01/07/2025

The Indonesian Navy has seized the KM Meneer in Batam’s waters, discovering 20 tons of suspected illegal diesel onboard. With six crew detained and investigations underway, this marks a critical move in dismantling fuel smuggling operations in the region. Read full details in the article.

A wooden vessel allegedly transporting 20 tons of illegal diesel has been intercepted by Indonesia’s Navy, signaling intensified efforts to combat fuel smuggling in Batam’s waters.

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