SINGAPORE – On August 9, 2026, Singapore celebrates 61 years of independence with a national program shaped by memory, community, and hope for the future. The day honors Singapore’s separation from Malaysia in 1965, while the Singapore National Day celebration also asks residents to look ahead. The 2026 theme, “Majulah Singapura, Go Beyond!”, will guide […]

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High-Flying Smuggler: Malaysia Airlines Pilot Arrested in Jakarta for Major Drug Bust

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Jeff Tomas

JAKARTA – Indonesian authorities recently announced the dramatic arrest of a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of smuggling illegal narcotics. The 39-year-old Malaysian national was intercepted while attempting to sneak massive quantities of drugs into the country. He was caught carrying more than 26 kilograms of ecstasy pills and a hidden package of methamphetamine. Officials stated […]

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Vietnam Tourism Boom: 13.9 Million Visitors Flock to the Country in Early 2026

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Jeff Tomas

HANOI – Vietnam’s vibrant tourism industry is currently bouncing back significantly stronger than ever before. During the first seven months of 2026, the country welcomed an impressive 13.9 million international visitors. This achievement marks a massive 13.8 percent increase when directly compared to the same period last year. This steady upward growth highlights a remarkably […]

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Thai Delegation Trades Traditional Games and Fellowship at ‘K-Festival’ in Wonju

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CTN News

WONJU, South Korea — A delegation from Thailand visiting South Korea took part in a “K-Festival” in Wonju, Gangwon Province, trying their hand at traditional Korean games and spending time in fellowship with believers from around the world. The event was hosted by Manmin Central Church, led by Senior Pastor Dr. Soojin Lee, on the morning of […]

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Philippines Declares National Energy Emergency As Gas Prices Surge

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Rebecca Kim

MANILA – Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has officially declared a state of national energy emergency for the country. This drastic move comes as escalating conflicts in the Middle East severely disrupt global oil and gas supply chains. The ongoing crisis threatens to plunge millions of citizens into poverty while severely crippling the local economy. […]

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Massive Scam Bust in Malaysia: Police Raid Forest City, Arrest Over 300 Chinese

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Rebecca Kim

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian police raided multiple locations in Johor’s Forest City on July 15, arresting 335 individuals tied to international online scam syndicates. The sweeping crackdown, primarily netting Chinese nationals, targeted fraudulent cryptocurrency and romance schemes aimed at overseas victims. Authorities executed the raids to dismantle the growing network of regional cyber fraud operating […]

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Police in Laos Bust Massive 10-Story Scam Center in Special Economic Zone

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Jeff Tomas

BOTEN, Laos – Police recently launched a massive law enforcement raid on an illegal online scam center. Local police officers successfully arrested 135 criminal suspects inside the busy Boten Special Economic Zone. The suspects were caught red-handed while working on their computers inside the large facility. This major police operation happened in a towering 10-story […]

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Massive 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Japan: Rescuers Search Collapsed Mall in Kumamoto

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Jeff Tomas

TOKYO, Japan – A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday afternoon, causing major destruction and leaving dozens injured. The severe quake knocked out power to thousands of homes, destroyed local roads, and caused part of a major shopping mall to collapse. Rescue teams are now working quickly to find those trapped […]

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JUL

Singapore Parents Wait in Fear After Indonesian Baby Trafficking Verdict

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Rebecca Kim

SINGAPORE – An agonizing wait has begun for families in Singapore after an Indonesian court convicted 19 people of running a baby trafficking syndicate. These adoptive parents now face an uncertain future, terrified they might lose the babies they have come to love. On Tuesday, judges in Bandung, Indonesia, delivered guilty verdicts to the entire […]

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JUL

Hong Kong Court Jails British Woman for 6 Years Over Fake Rape Allegations

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Jeff Tomas

NONG KONG – A court in Hong Kong has sentenced a 26-year-old British woman to six years in prison. Isabel Anonia Barbra Eudora Rose was convicted of blackmailing a fellow British national for £100,000. She threatened to destroy his life over fabricated rape allegations following a brief holiday encounter. Judge Adriana Noelle Tse Ching delivered […]

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