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Jail for woman who made helper do squats until she had leg cramps and could not stand properly

On May 7, Eylaiza Benazir Mohamad Ausman was sentenced to seven months’ jail and a fine of $5,000.
On May 7, Eylaiza Benazir Mohamad Ausman was sentenced to seven months’ jail and a fine of $5,000.

Murders of Mexican journalists nearly double in 2025, advocacy group says

People walk by pictures of murdered journalists and activists displayed on an altar on the eve of the Day of the Dead in Mexico City, Mexico, October 31, 2022. REUTERS/Gustavo Graf/File Photo
People walk by pictures of murdered journalists and activists displayed on an altar on the eve of the Day of the Dead in Mexico City, Mexico, October 31, 2022. REUTERS/Gustavo Graf/File Photo

Man previously jailed over post on then President Halimah charged with using criminal force on cops

Vickreman Harvey Chettiar was charged with failing to attend a court session on July 23, 2025, without reasonable excuse, after being released on bail.
Vickreman Harvey Chettiar was charged with failing to attend a court session on July 23, 2025, without reasonable excuse, after being released on bail.

Former employee sues MrBeast’s company over harassment claims

MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, found fame for his brand of provocative philanthropy. For example, he paid a man US$10,000 (S$12,800) for every day he could stay in a grocery store.
MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, found fame for his brand of provocative philanthropy. For example, he paid a man US$10,000 (S$12,800) for every day he could stay in a grocery store.

Lawmakers in Indonesia press universities over handling of sexual harassment

Nationwide, all public universities have established such task forces, while implementation in private universities has reached about 65 per cent.
Nationwide, all public universities have established such task forces, while implementation in private universities has reached about 65 per cent.

US labour secretary steps down amid internal investigation

Ms Lori Chavez-DeRemer is expected to be interviewed in the probe soon.
Ms Lori Chavez-DeRemer is expected to be interviewed in the probe soon.

China issues US safety alert for citizens citing 'malicious questioning' by US border officers

FILE PHOTO: People wait in a long assistance line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) in Seattle, Washington, U.S. December 27, 2021. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: People wait in a long assistance line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) in Seattle, Washington, U.S. December 27, 2021. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson/File Photo

Leaked lewd chats expose problem of sexual violence in top Indonesian universities

Information about the group chat on messaging apps WhatsApp and Line first surfaced on April 12.
Information about the group chat on messaging apps WhatsApp and Line first surfaced on April 12.

Beware of harassment e-mails containing digitally altered images of victims, police warn

Police warned the public not to initiate contact or transfer money if they receive harassment e-mails containing digitally modified images.
Police warned the public not to initiate contact or transfer money if they receive harassment e-mails containing digitally modified images.

Man accused of molestation, harassment at government-related facilities

The man is accused of targeting four people – three men and a woman – at facilities linked to the agency.
The man is accused of targeting four people – three men and a woman – at facilities linked to the agency.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.