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The TelegraphNetanyahu has done what the world warned him not to
Israel’s strike on Iran on Friday morning will not come as a surprise to Western observers – but it will cause great concern in Washington and London as the region tips closer towards an all-out war.
- Yahoo Malaysia
Halving of former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s jail sentence only half the story, shocked Malaysians learn
Many Malaysians have questioned the leniency shown to former PM Najib Razak after having his sentenced reduced. Here is A.Kathirasen's take on the matter.
- Yahoo News Singapore
Three women arrested for alleged involvement in prostitution syndicate which operated on Telegram
Three women, aged between 23 and 42, have been arrested for alleged involvement in prostitution activities that operated via Telegram. Read on.
- Evening Standard
Why has Sydney Sweeney become the most divisive woman in Hollywood?
The megastar is at the heart of a political tug of war — and her breasts are polarising US society. What is really going on, asks Maddy Mussen
- INSIDER
Colon cancer rates are rising in young people. If you have two symptoms you should get a colonoscopy, a GI oncologist says.
Cases of colon cancer have risen in younger people by 2% a year since 2011. Knowing the signs and symptoms is crucial for catching it early.
- CNN
Maryland high school student arrested after authorities discovered a 129-page document detailing school shooting plan, police say
A Maryland high school student was arrested and charged with threat of mass violence after police say they discovered evidence revealing the teen had plans to commit a school shooting, authorities said Thursday.
- BBC
Beijing half marathon: Top three stripped of medals after investigation
The top three finishers of the Beijing half marathon are stripped of their medals after an investigation into the controversial result.
- The Telegraph
Ukraine’s frontline is collapsing – and Britain may soon be at war
While Western eyes are fixed on Tehran and Tel Aviv, Ukraine’s frontlines are showing clear signs of crumbling. There is a very real possibility they could crumble this summer if we do not throw the kitchen sink at Russia. Even if we do, it may already be too late for the weapons and munitions long promised by the West to save the day.
- Yahoo News Singapore
Woman, 23, arrested after allegedly extorting S$8,450 from male victim over escort services
A 23-year-old woman was arrested for suspected involvement in a case of extorting a male victim of S$8,450. Read on.
- The Telegraph
Why Emiliano Martinez was not sent off despite second yellow card
Aston Villa booked their place in the Europa League semi-finals in dramatic fashion by winning a drama-filled penalty shootout, where goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez received his second yellow card but was not sent off.
- SETHLUI.COM
Best fixed deposit rates 2024: Grow your money with little risk
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- The Telegraph
Bernardo Silva’s penalty: What was he thinking?
All but a small handful of Manchester City players and staff had already retired to the dressing room, dazed and doubtless a little confused about what had just unfolded, by the time Bernardo Silva started his slow trudge off the pitch.
- The Independent
Woman arrested for wheeling corpse into bank to co-sign a loan
The woman appeared to be propping up the dead man’s head in a video of the incident
- Yahoo News Singapore
Body of a Singaporean woman missing in Spain found with over 30 stab wounds; Singaporean man arrested
A 39-year-old Singaporean woman was found dead with multiple stab wounds after going missing in Spain, and a Singaporean man has been arrested. Read on.
- The Independent
Iran makes first nuclear threat over possible Israeli attack as US and UK slap fresh sanctions on Tehran
Tensions between Israel and Iran have reached new heights as Tehran repeats its warnings that a response to its own missile attack could be lethal for the region
- Yahoo News Singapore
As Lawrence Wong prepares to take over as Singapore PM, eyes turn towards possible DPM candidates
Amid a leadership transition, Lawrence Wong hints at few changes to the cabinet lineup. Read on to find out what experts think about potential promotions.
- People
Megan Fox Snaps Makeup-Free Selfie in Bra, Boxers and 26-Inch Blue Hair Extensions 'Post-Coachella'
The actress told PEOPLE on April 12 that she lengthened her bob to give it “Coachella energy”
- Yahoo Lifestyle Singapore
Xiang Yun recounts being sexually harassed at 7: 'He was kissing me, but I didn't know it'
Xiang Yun recounts how she was sexually harassed at seven, and another incident after she had entered the media industry. Read more.
- The Independent
Horrifying moment phone scam victim, 81, pulls gun on innocent Uber driver before killing her
William Brock is accused of fatally shooting Loletha Hall, 61, after she arrived to pick up a package
- The Telegraph
Man City’s defeat was travesty – but Champions League wipe-out is damaging for English football
For only the eighth time in the past quarter of a century, England finds itself without a single representative in the last four of the Champions League. That feels, in the immediate aftermath of this soul-sapping defeat for Manchester City, like an unvarnished travesty.