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  Renowned manga artist and creator of the iconic Dragon Ball series, Akira Toriyama, has passed away at the age of 68. His production team confirmed the sad news on Friday (Mar 8), stating that Toriyama died on March 1st due to acute subdural hematoma. Toriyama's Bird Studio expressed deep regret that he had several ongoing projects and plans for future works. Despite his untimely death, Toriyama leaves behind a rich legacy of manga titles and artworks that have captivated audiences worldwide. Dragon Ball, first serialized in 1984, remains one of the best-selling and most influential manga series, spawning numerous anime adaptations, films, and video games. The news of Toriyama's passing has deeply saddened the manga community, with tributes pouring in from fellow creators and fans alike. Eiichiro Oda, creator of One Piece, lamented Toriyama's death as leaving "too big shoes to fill" and expressed profound sadness at the loss. Subdural hematoma, a serious medical...

  In a recent incident on March 5, 2024, a passenger traveling from Hong Kong to Singapore discovered upon arrival at Changi Airport that USD$80,000 was missing from his bag. Prompt investigations by the Airport Police Division, in collaboration with the Commercial Affairs Department, led to the arrest of a 54-year-old suspect. Preliminary findings indicated that the suspect had made remittance transactions totaling S$37,897.70, suspected to be part of the stolen cash. The man was apprehended on the same day and found in possession of S$79,662.83 in various currencies. He will face charges of theft which carries an imprisonment term of up to three years, a fine, or both. Commander AC M Malathi emphasized the seriousness of the offense and the commitment to passenger safety. To prevent such incidents, travelers are advised to keep valuables with them and report suspicious behavior promptly to cabin crew.

  A 31-year-old Singaporean, Muhammad Danial Sukirman, was charged on Wednesday with neglecting 43 of his pet cats in a flat for approximately three months without providing adequate food and water. As a result, two cats experienced "acute deaths" due to stress and were found in severely poor physical condition. Danial faces 44 charges under the Animals and Birds Act, primarily for causing unnecessary pain and suffering to the cats, along with failing to attend a meeting with an authorised officer. The cats were left unattended in a vacant flat in Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6 between August and November 2021, with inadequate living conditions. Despite receiving a notice to attend before an authorised officer, Danial failed to comply. The National Parks Board prosecutor seeks a jail term of two to four weeks. Danial expressed his intention to plead guilty but requested a lawyer from the Public Defender's Office. He will appear in court again on Mar 27, facing potential jail time an...

  *Picture for illustration purpose A 39-year-old man has been apprehended by the police for his suspected involvement in a case of reckless driving causing injury. The incident occurred on March 2, 2024, at around 6:35 am, when the police received a report of a car parked in the middle of the road with an unresponsive individual inside. Upon engaging with the police, the man allegedly started the car's engine and abruptly drove off, running over a police officer's left foot in the process. Through diligent investigations and the assistance of police cameras and CCTVs, officers from Tanglin Police Division successfully identified and arrested the suspect on March 4, 2024. The man is set to be charged in court on March 5, 2024, under Section 337(a) of the Penal Code 1871 for reckless conduct causing injury. If convicted, he could face imprisonment for up to one year, a fine of up to S$5,000, or both.

  Singapore Police Force (SPF) apprehended a 23-year-old suspect on Monday (Mar 4) in connection with a series of loanshark harassment incidents that led to fires outside residential units in Yishun and Tampines. The SPF received reports of fires and loanshark-related graffiti at three homes along Yishun Avenue 6, Tampines Street 41, and Tampines Street 71. Utilizing police camera footage, authorities swiftly apprehended the suspect as he attempted to flee Tampines Street 71, within four hours of the first incident. Preliminary investigations suggest that the suspect had intentions of perpetrating further loanshark harassment if not apprehended. Seized items include a bottle of petrol, a red marker, and other related paraphernalia. The suspect is set to face charges under the Moneylenders Act 2008 in court on Wednesday. Loanshark harassment carries severe penalties, ranging from fines and imprisonment to caning, emphasizing SPF's zero-tolerance stance on such activities. Authoritie...

Former Transport Minister S Iswaran, facing corruption charges, has been permitted to extend his stay outside Singapore by 16 days due to illness. Initially granted permission to be in Australia until March 4 to assist his son with university arrangements, Iswaran's lawyers applied for an extension after he fell ill. The prosecution did not oppose the extension, contingent upon enhanced bail conditions. Iswaran must now report daily on his medical condition via video call and obtain consent from his bailor for the extension. He will surrender his passport on March 20, as per the terms.

  *credits: cnb.gov.sg In a recent island-wide anti-drug operation spanning from 19 to 29 February 2024, the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) apprehended 119 suspected drug offenders. Seizures included heroin, 'Ice', cannabis, ketamine, New Psychoactive Substances (NPS), 'Ecstasy', LSD stamps, and cocaine, with an estimated street value of $343,000. Among those arrested was an 18-year-old girl for drug trafficking. Additionally, CNB officers thwarted a knife-wielding suspect during a raid in Clementi, arrested four Singaporean men for drug trafficking in Clementi Avenue 2, and detained a 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old girl for suspected drug trafficking via Telegram. Investigations into all suspects are ongoing.

  Credits: police.gov.sg A 20-year-old man has been apprehended by the police for his alleged involvement in loanshark harassment incidents. The arrest follows a report of harassment at a residential unit in Yishun Avenue 4, where paint splashing and a debtor’s note were discovered. Through investigations, officers from Woodlands Police Division identified the suspect and apprehended him in the vicinity of Woodlands Central. Further inquiries revealed his alleged involvement in another harassment case in Jurong West Central 1. The man will face charges under the Moneylenders Act 2008, with potential fines, imprisonment, and caning. Authorities emphasize a zero-tolerance stance on loanshark activities, urging the public to avoid any association with such illegal practices and to report any suspicions to the police.

  Credits: police.gov.sg Fifteen men, aged between 26 and 56, have been apprehended by the Police Coast Guard for their suspected involvement in an illegal Marine Gas Oil (MGO) transaction. The arrests occurred on March 1, 2024, with eight crew members of a Singapore-registered tugboat and seven crew members of a foreign-registered tugboat being detained off Tuas, Singapore. Preliminary investigations suggest that the Singapore-registered tugboat crew misappropriated the MGO without their company's knowledge and sold it to the crew of the foreign-registered tugboat. Seized as evidence were the tugboat and $8,200 in cash. The eight crew members of the Singapore-registered tugboat will face charges for criminal breach of trust by employees, while the seven crew members of the foreign-registered tugboat will face charges for dishonestly receiving stolen property on March 2, 2024. If convicted, they could face imprisonment and fines under the Penal Code 1871. The authorities emphasize ...

  Aye Aye Aung, a 32-year-old woman from Myanmar, faced charges in March 2024 for allegedly physically abusing a bedridden elderly woman she was caring for in a unit at Block 106 Jalan Rajah, Whampoa. The charges detail incidents from February 23 and 27, including slapping, punching, and stepping on the victim. The prosecution sought a week's adjournment to complete investigations and may tender additional charges based on a medical report from Tan Tock Seng Hospital. Aye Aye Aung faces two counts of voluntarily causing hurt to a vulnerable person and has been offered bail of S$15,000. She is scheduled to appear in court again on Mar 11, and if convicted, she could face imprisonment for up to three years and fines of up to S$5,000, with potential for higher penalties due to the victim's vulnerable status.

  Seven individuals, including six Singaporeans and one Malaysian permanent resident, have been charged in connection with Singapore's largest seizure of electronic vaporisers and related products on 29 February 2024. The charges stem from arrests made almost a year ago at a multi-storey carpark in Sembawang, followed by a warehouse raid in Mandai where over 85,000 e-vaporisers were uncovered. The accused face various charges related to possessing and distributing vape products, with one individual facing the most charges totaling eight. The prosecution seeks fines for most of the accused, and they are the latest to be charged in connection with the March 2023 operation conducted by the Health Sciences Authority.

  Yusoff Ishak, a 37-year-old Indonesian national, was sentenced to four months in jail and five strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to illegally entering Singapore. Despite being deported to Batam for immigration offences, Yusoff paid a boatman to board his sampan, and midway through the journey, he jumped off and swam back to Singapore. This was not Yusoff's first offence; he had been previously convicted for similar immigration violations. Two other Indonesian men, La Haji and Cimun, were also sentenced for illegal entry into Singapore. La Haji received one year and five months' jail and five strokes of the cane, while Cimun was sentenced to a year in jail and six strokes of the cane. All three men were labelled recalcitrant offenders by the judge.

  A 44-year-old man has been arrested by the Police for his alleged participation in loanshark harassment. The arrest follows a case reported on February 24, 2024, where black paint was splashed on a residential unit at Boon Lay Place, accompanied by a debtor's note. Utilizing ground investigations and surveillance footage, officers from multiple Police Divisions identified the suspect and apprehended him on February 26, 2024. Preliminary inquiries suggest the man may be connected to other similar incidents across the island. He is slated to face charges under the Moneylenders Act 2008 on February 28, 2024. Loanshark harassment carries severe penalties for first-time offenders, including fines ranging from $5,000 to $50,000, imprisonment up to five years, and caning up to six strokes. The Police emphasize their zero-tolerance stance towards such activities, stressing the severity of consequences for those who disrupt public safety and peace.

  **Picture for illustration purpose Jevdic Dorde, an assistant professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), has been charged with vape and drug-related offenses. The Serbian national, suspended from work since August 2023, faces charges for consuming a cannabinol derivative, possessing drug utensils, and possessing a vape device containing tetrahydrocannabinol. Dorde indicated his intention to plead guilty during the charging. He was offered bail and is scheduled to appear in court in March. NUS stated that Dorde will undergo internal disciplinary processes while awaiting court proceedings, emphasizing the university's expectations of high standards of conduct. If convicted, Dorde could face imprisonment and hefty fines as per Singapore's Misuse of Drugs Act.

  *Picture for illustration purpose Ahmed Salim, a 35-year-old Bangladeshi national, was executed in Singapore for the murder of Indonesian domestic worker Nurhidayati Wartono Surata at the Golden Dragon Hotel in December 2018. Despite petitioning for clemency, Ahmed's appeal was unsuccessful, leading to his capital sentence being carried out. This marks Singapore's first judicial execution for murder since 2019 and the first execution of 2024. Ahmed's court proceedings revealed a tumultuous relationship with Nurhidayati, culminating in her death after she refused to end her relationship with another man. Despite efforts by his legal team to argue for a lesser sentence based on Ahmed's adjustment disorder, the court upheld the capital punishment, stating he was aware of his actions and their consequences. Ahmed Salim was hanged on 28 February 2024.

  *Picture for illustration purposes Two men, aged 28 and 29, have been apprehended by the police for their alleged involvement in a robbery with assault case along Lorong 15 Geylang. The incident occurred on 25 February 2024, where the victim was reportedly assaulted and robbed of SGD 300 in cash, resulting in injuries that required hospitalization. The suspects were identified through ground investigations and CCTV footage, leading to their arrest by officers from Bedok Police Division the following day. They are set to face charges in court on 27 February 2024 under Section 394 of the Penal Code, which carries a potential imprisonment term of 5 to 20 years and caning of 12 strokes. The police have emphasized their commitment to combat such criminal acts and bring offenders to justice.

  Authorities are investigating an alarming case of animal cruelty after a woman was captured on video abusing a pet poodle. The incident, which occurred in a residential unit, involved the maid hitting the dog on its head and leaving it tied up and hanging from a balcony railing. The dog tragically died as a result of the abuse. The owner, who had the dog for nine years, installed CCTV cameras to monitor the pet's well-being. Upon discovering the abuse through footage, the owner alerted the authorities. The SPCA has been actively involved in gathering evidence and providing support to the owner. AVS has emphasized its stance against animal mistreatment, noting potential legal consequences for offenders.   **Images screenshot from videos: https://www.facebook.com/derrick.tan.142 **Videos: Click Here

  Credits of image: www.facebook.com/ongyekung A tragic incident unfolded in Singapore as firefighters battled a blaze at Block 131C Canberra Crescent on Saturday. The fire, originating from a bedroom, claimed the life of an unidentified man found in the unit. Three individuals from neighboring flats suffered smoke inhalation, with one woman hospitalized. Around 30 residents were evacuated as a precautionary measure. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Member of Parliament Ong Ye Kung assured affected residents of support from authorities. SCDF's annual statistics revealed a rise in fire incidents in 2023, with electrical and cooking-related causes being the primary culprits. Additionally, fires involving active mobility devices saw an alarming increase compared to the previous year.

A Singaporean freelance instructor, Alvina Lee Peiyu, has been sentenced to two months in jail for a negligent act that endangered a nine-year-old girl's life during a school ziplining activity. Lee failed to properly attach the girl to the zipline, resulting in her falling 11 meters and sustaining fractures to her elbow, hip, and pelvis. The incident occurred during an Outdoor Education Modular Programme, where Lee mistakenly used a cable tie instead of the proper attachment, causing the girl to fall. The court emphasized the vulnerability of the victim and the need for utmost care in conducting such activities involving children.

  *Images credits to www.liverpoolfc.com Jurgen Klopp's bold decision to rely on Liverpool's young talent paid off as they clinched a 1-0 victory against Chelsea in the League Cup final. Despite facing an injury crisis, Klopp trusted teenagers like McConnell, Clark, Danns, and Quansah, who showcased remarkable composure on the pitch. Even amidst adversity, with key players missing and unexpected injuries, Liverpool's youthful squad displayed resilience and determination. Klopp hailed the victory as one of his most special trophies, emphasizing the significance of academy players in achieving success.