South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol indicted over martial law attempt

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Yoon Suk Yeol, the dismissed president of South Korea, has been charged with uprising after making an attempt to declare martial law in December.

His disastrous attempt to impose martial law plunged the nation into a never-before-seen political problems, and he becomes the first president to be in office to be accused of a crime in North Korean history.

A judge in Seoul rejected a request to extend Yoon’s detention on Saturday, which meant that prosecutors had to decide whether to command or relieve him before Monday.

According to Han Min-soo, a spokeswoman for the main opposition Democrat Party,” the punishment of the leader of rebellion now begins finally.”

Individually, the Constitutional Court is considering whether to officially remove Yoon as leader or re-establish him.

The impeached president has largely refused to co-operate with the criminal investigation over the martial law declaration.

Yoon is scheduled to go on trial along with his previous defense secretary and top military officers, who are accused of aiding in his attempt to take control of the entire country.

Yoon declared in a first-ever streamed announcement on December 3 that he would invoke military laws to defend the nation from “anti-state” forces that sympathized with North Korea.

The troubled head was at the moment plagued by corruption scandals, a stalemate, and several of his government ministers were being investigated.

The defense announced that all political business was being prohibited and that it was attempting to impose controls on media sources.

Lee Jae-myung, the president of the opponent’s Democratic Party, pleaded with lawmakers to rally the National Assembly and urged them to vote soon to override the law.

Less than two days after Yoon’s declaration, 190 politicians who gathered- including some from the president’s celebration- voted overwhelmingly to prevent it.

As a serious fight broke out, soldiers carrying rifles were seen entering the congress building through broken windows.

In front of the council, hundreds of residents gathered and attempted to obstruct the soldiers.

On December 14, Yoon was impeached by the legislature and given a six-month suspension.

South Korea has experienced its worst political crisis in years as a result of the scandal, which has divided the country.

Some of his ardent followers have rallied around him. On Friday, tens of thousands gathered to rally, demanding he been released and returned to business.

A presidential vote had been held in the next 60 days if Yoon is removed from office.

The prosecutor’s office did not respond to e-mail inquiries for reply right away.

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Remains found identified as Singaporean victim of April 2024 Taiwan earthquake

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SINGAPORE: &nbsp, The remains of a Singaporean who was killed in the earthquake that struck Taiwan’s Hualien state in April next year have been found.

On January 11, a 59-year-old man named Wang discovered what appeared to be mortal remains on a riverbed beneath a disaster area along the Shakadang Trail. &nbsp,

Mr Sim Hwee Kok and his companion Ms Neo Siew Choo were past captured on security cameras getting off a vehicle near the Shakadang&nbsp, Trail&nbsp, at around 7.20am on Apr 3, 2024- about 40 days before&nbsp, the 7.2-magnitude earthquake&nbsp, hit.

According to numerous Chinese media reports, Mr. Wang informed the police who conducted more queries in the area but did not uncover any additional remains. &nbsp,

The remains were deemed to be a people hip bone by forensic researchers who examined them.

The remains were then moved to Hualien’s district judge for further investigation, and on January 24, DNA study revealed that Mr. Sim belonged to the remains. &nbsp,

According to local media, DNA from the remains and a test provided by his brother, who had traveled to Taiwan after the earthquake to search for his father, were able to confirm his personality.

The Malaysian few was the only  the only two people missing after the disaster that the authorities could not locate.

Authorities in Taiwan believe that during the earthquake, Mr. Sim and Ms. Neo were swept aside by a disaster on the Shakadang Trail, with the man’s remains being pushed into a valley by the stream of particles and valley currents. &nbsp,

Hualien’s district judge said it will remind Mr Sim’s home to negotiate for the recovery of his bones, according to local media.

DEATH CERTIFICATES ISSUED IN DECEMBER

Due to their lack of ability to locate them and their presumption of death, Taiwanese authorities issued death certificates next month for Mr. Sim and Ms. Neo.

The death credentials for&nbsp, the couple&nbsp, list their time of death as lunch on Apr 3, with the collapse recorded as the strongest to strike Taiwan in 25 years.

In the main Hualien town, it caused landslides that heavily damaged buildings and blocked roads. The event was followed by&nbsp, more than 1, 100 waves.

Over 1, 000 people were injured in the collapse, with at least 18 deaths. &nbsp,

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Waterproof drone, hull climbing robot now part of Police Coast Guard arsenal in tackling maritime threats

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SINGAPORE: A drone is tossed into the water from a Police Coast Guard (PCG) vessel in the north of Singapore. It takes off into the clouds from the floor in a matter of seconds, heading in the direction of a pirate-stood oil tanker.

Its measurements are relayed to a group of divers divers in the lakes below. A machine that has its electrical tracks attached to and ascending the hull of the ship is deployed as they approach the vehicle.

The machine flies a rope onto a railing on the ship’s deck, where the operatives secretly walk. They board the ship and mind to the engine space where they subdue the pirates and regain control of the ship.

The aircraft and deck climbing robot are actual innovations that are assisting the unit in improving its operations, even though this may have been a drill carried out at the PCG’s Brani Base.

COVERT Sea Operations

The elite Special Task Squadron (STS ) of the PCG, which consists of highly qualified employees who perform covert and specialized operations both day and night in the maritime environment.

They must be extremely healthy because their work involves long periods of exerting pressure underground in challenging conditions.

STS personnel have the necessary skills to operate advanced communication systems, underground propulsion systems, and complex underwater imaging and sonar equipment.

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Seventeen in Singapore: Concert highlights from energetic performances to fan interactions

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FANS SHONE BRIGHT

For some Singapore and regional Carats ( the fandom’s name is inspired by Seventeen’s debut EP, Shining Diamonds ) who made their way to the show, their&nbsp, three-year wait finally came to an end when the stars took to the stage on Saturday.

That magical moment may occur for the rest of the fans on Sunday when the band will present its next show there. &nbsp,

The two recitals in Singapore are part of the band’s third world journey, Seventeen Right Around World Tour, which even includes local starts in the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia. &nbsp,

As the crowd caught a view of the 11 members gradually appearing during the team’s great doorway, cheers erupted among the enthusiastic fans&nbsp, –&nbsp, proving that the wait was absolutely beneficial. &nbsp,

With their dynamic, simultaneous shows, 11 of the 13 people sent swirls of Kallang tides –&nbsp, and ripples of excitement&nbsp, – in a lake of Carats. &nbsp,

But wait, shouldn’t there be 17 people because of the team’s name? Not at all. The group’s moniker is actually derived from adding up” 13″ ( the number of members ) and” 3″ ( the group is divided into three sub-units consisting of hip-hop, &nbsp, performance and vocal ) and” 1″ ( as in one cohesive group ). &nbsp,

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Remember Einstein? Meet the ‘bald ang moh guy’ who taught Singapore millennials how to draw on TV

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One option, however, wasn’t simple. &nbsp,

In 2008, while still living in Singapore, Einstein created an animated series called That’s Imagination for Norway Television. The success of the hit show saw the development of various options for his manufacturing business, and it eventually marked the end of his two years of living abroad. &nbsp,

He said,” It was quite an emotional decision to return to Norway in 2010 to expand my business while attempting to look after my engagement with the entire of Asia.”

I was missing my home, and that was the bigdeciding factor. I just saw my home for three days a year after going away for years.

Obtaining A UNIQUE STYLE

These days, Einstein also dons many caps as an investor, artist and illustrator, TV broadcaster and manufacturer, and art tutor to both adults and kids. But with societal press, his videos today reach thousands more.

He just created a TikTok stream and updates his current Box Yourself YouTube channel, which has over 750, 000 clients. The network has small arts and crafts projects for kids, using paper, toilet rolls and any biodegradable papers. It’s his way of introducing conservation through creativity. &nbsp,

Of course, his peculiar images remain, bright colors and exaggerated information everywhere. It’s a true memories trip.

” I’m really happy that I’ve always kept my main goal in mind, which is to teach individuals how to draw,” she said. All my shows have been about learning how to pick, color, would arts, or all of it”, he said. &nbsp,

” I consider myself a tutor – not so much a Television star – with a very, very large school”.

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Bishan clinic loses licence over codeine cough syrup, sleeping pill prescriptions; 2 doctors under probe

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The Ministry of Health ( MOH) has suspended Prudence Family Clinic&nbsp’s business license due to its inconsistent prescribing practices, including codeine cough syrups and sleeping pills.

The clinic’s clinic at 512 Bishan Street 13 can no longer offer outpatient medical care, according to the ministry in a press release on Saturday ( Jan 25 ).

On December 20, 2024, MOH reported that it sent a notice to Prudence Family Clinic informing it of its intent to withdraw its license. &nbsp,

According to MOH,” Prudence Family Clinic was given the opportunity to make representations in respect of the expected withdrawal, but they did not do so.”

The clinic’s violation of the terms of its license, particularly those that involved the prescription and supply of morphine cough medicines, benzodiazepines, and another hypnotics on several occasions, was discovered by MOH.

Benzodiazepines are frequently prescribed to control seizures, stress, and other nerve system-related conditions, while drugs are commonly known as sleeping medications.

MOH claimed Prudence Family Clinic erred in keeping the health information of the patients who had been prescribed benzodiazepines, morphine cough syrups, and another hypnotics.

Additionally, the center did not make sure its doctors provided cough tinctures within the prescribed limitations or make certain they didn’t, at the same time, avoid concurrent prescription two or more benzodiazepines or other hypnotics to patients.

Additionally, its doctors failed to refer patients to the correct specialists for more care if they needed or were given benzodiazepines or other hypnotics for more than eight weeks.

The various violations of Prudence Family Clinic’s terms of service over the course of less than a month demonstrate a lack of efficient internal controls, management, and monitoring, according to MOH.

According to MOH, in light of these, Prudence Family Clinic is no longer able to offer outpatient medical care in a manner that is both morally sound and scientifically safe.

” Correspondingly, all its related accreditations and/or participation in Healthier SG, as well as MOH’s financial methods, including Community Health Assist Scheme and MediSave, will cease”.

The Health Sciences Authority is currently looking into the practices of two training doctors at the office who are involved in the prescribing procedures.

They will also get referred to the Singapore Medical Council for inquiries into possible moral code and instructions vulnerabilities.

MOH has also requested that the doctor, whose license was revoked on Friday, to remind all impacted patients to ensure consistency of attention.

” Affected individuals may wish to visit various local CHAS-accredited, MediSave-accredited or Healthier SG facilities instead”, the department added.

MOH stated that it will continue to monitor licensed companies of outpatient health services who place for prescriptions to make sure that consultations are conducted in accordance with current regulatory standards.

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DPM Heng announces new, interconnected community spaces in East Coast Plan update

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SINGAPORE: East Coast will soon get new enhanced community spaces with facilities such as adventure playgrounds, fitness zones and pet areas, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat announced&nbsp, on Saturday ( Jan 25 ). &nbsp,

In an update on the East Coast Plan, Mr Heng said these spaces, or Play Hubs, will be located at different locations in East Coast GRC. A network of walkways that allow people to walk or jog will connect The Play Hubs. &nbsp,

Mr Heng leads the People’s Action Party ( PAP ) team in East Coast GRC, where&nbsp, the East Coast Plan was launched in 2020. &nbsp,

The East Coast group district office stated in a split press release on Saturday that structure for the project will start in the next quarter of 2025. &nbsp, The project will comprise three Play Hubs, located at Block 84 in Fengshan, Block 135 and Block 138 in Kampong Chai Chee, as well as Block 6 and Block 15 in Bedok. &nbsp,

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Singapore playwright Jonathan Lim, known for his comedic genius, dies at age 50

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” He was a positive, optimistic people who was so simple to be around, usually full of energy”, said Kwek in The Straits Times.

In a memorial on&nbsp, Facebook, theater business Wild Rice posted that he wrote gags such as Oi! Sleeping Beauty ( 2005 ), Aladdin ( 2011 ) and A$ ingapore Carol ( 2018 ).

” On level, Jonathan’s comedic genius and excellent timing made him a striking actor, delighting audiences with his beauty and laughter in productions including Aladdin, Next Link, The Magic Fundoshi”, read the post.

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