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A quiet town in the UK was shaken this summer. Ciara Watkin, a young transgender woman from Stockton-on-Tees, stood trial at Teesside Crown Court. She met her partner on Snapchat. When secrets surfaced, so did the law. The jury found her guilty of sexual assault and...

The conviction of Chris Brain, leader of the Nine O'Clock Service, represents a landmark case in UK law dealing with religious authority abuse, delayed prosecution of historical sexual offences, and institutional accountability. This analysis examines the legal...

The Reality of Singapore's Cost of Living Singapore dazzles with its bright lights and bold skyline. Yet, beneath the sparkle, many fear it’s a place only for the rich. But that’s just the surface. Look closer, and you’ll find hidden gems — affordable hawker meals,...

Australia's supermarket aisles are a treasure trove of locally-made snacks, thanks to the country's impressive agricultural self-sufficiency. With about 70% of Australia classified as arid or semi-arid, the remaining farmable regions are so vast and fertile that they...

Step into Jessica Rojak and discover popiah like you’ve never tasted before. Each roll is a burst of fresh, bright flavor — fat and packed with hand-grated bangkwang, sweet carrots, crisp lettuce, and rich hard-boiled egg. Jessica wakes early to prepare every filling...

https://www.straitstimes.com/newsletter/malaysia-edition-attack-on-son-an-effort-to-silence-him-says-mp-rafizi-ramli-plan-to-buy-black-hawk-helicopters-scrapped-after-king-s-flying-coffins-remark This is a thought-provoking analysis of Malaysia's challenges with...

A new story is unfolding in Singapore’s food world. Chefs and dreamers are leaving the city’s glossy shopping streets for the quieter corners of industrial estates. Why? It’s not just about saving money. It’s about freedom. In Orchard or Marina Bay, rent eats up every...

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/ndr-2025-government-will-help-workers-harness-ai-redesign-jobs AI is changing the way we work, and for many, that brings a sense of worry — especially for those just starting out. Tasks once thought safe, like writing...

China’s economy is a story of contrasts. In July 2025, exports soared — up 7.2% from last year, beating all forecasts. This burst of global demand kept growth strong, with GDP rising 5.3% in the first half of the year. For a moment, it seemed like China was...