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Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Independent Singapore
Young motorcyclist sent to hospital after 83-year-old woman loses control of car at Clementi
SINGAPORE: A 26-year-old female motorcyclist was injured in a traffic accident involving two cars and a motorcycle in Clementi on Sunday evening (Jul 27). The incident occurred at approximately 6:35 p.m. and involved a khaki-coloured vehicle driven by an 83-year-old woman, a black sedan, and the motorcyclist. According to eyewitness accounts and police confirmation, the elderly driver allegedly lost control of her car, rear-ended the black sedan, and then struck the motorcyclist. Eyewitness Ms Xiao, a Xiaohongshu user who was at the scene, described the accident as 'terrifying.' She said the khaki car appeared to veer forward uncontrollably before crashing into the black sedan, then careening into the motorcyclist. 'The motorcyclist looked seriously injured and couldn't get up at all,' Ms Xiao shared online, posting photos of the aftermath. One image shows the khaki car with its front crumpled against a roadside pillar, while the motorcycle can be seen lying on its side near the pavement, with debris littering the surrounding area. The Singapore Police Force confirmed that officers responded to the accident at 6:35 pm and that the motorcyclist was conscious as she was taken to the hospital for medical treatment. The 83-year-old driver is assisting the police. Investigations are ongoing. () => { const trigger = if ('IntersectionObserver' in window && trigger) { const observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries, observer) => { => { if ( { lazyLoader(); // You should define lazyLoader() elsewhere or inline here // Run once } }); }, { rootMargin: '800px', threshold: 0.1 }); } else { // Fallback setTimeout(lazyLoader, 3000); } });
BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Red panda twins born in Isle of Wight zoo breeding programme
A zoo has announced the birth of red panda twins after introducing the parents in cubs were delivered at Amazon World, Isle of Wight, on 17 mother Xiao, 10, was paired with 10-month-old male Flint after he was imported from Belfast Zoo with a view to breeding "in the next couple of years", the zoo previously species, which lives in the eastern Himalayas and China, is endangered and on the decline, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature. In a Facebook post, the zoo, near Arreton, said it was "over the moon" at its added: "The cubs are still young and there is always a risk but Xiao has done such a fantastic job so far."The cubs will remain hidden in the nest boxes until at least three months old. "Senior staff have been and will continue to monitor the enclosure, nest boxes and cubs via CCTV installed to make sure all is well."Red pandas are poached for fur, get caught in hunters' wild pig and deer traps and are also under threat from forest clearance, according to the World Wide Fund for Nature. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
"Over the moon!" — Rare and endagered Red Panda twins born at Island zoo
An Isle of Wight zoo has said it is "over the moon" following the birth of rare Red Panda twin cubs. As the mammals are an endangered species, their arrival marks a significant moment for conservation efforts. The cubs were born at Amazon Word on June 17 to mum Xaio and dad Flint. As the cubs are still young and there is always a risk, the zoo has kept the news under wraps — until now. A spokesperson said: "Xiao has done such a fantastic job so far, we are all so proud of her and Flint for helping us play our role as a vital Education and Conservation Centre.." The cubs will remain hidden in the nest boxes until at least three months old and senior staff will continue to monitor the enclosure them via CCTV. Red Pandas are native to the Eastern Himalayas and south western China and are classified as endangered on the IUCN Red List. Their population is declining due to many factors, including habitat loss, human interference and poaching. The zoo said: "Xaio and Flint are part of an International Breeding Programme with zoo's in Europe so that together we can maintain a captive population of this amazing species." "You may not be able to see the cubs at this time but we hope if you can, you'll visit us this summer."
Scoop
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Speech Rights Upheld In Xiao V Wong Case After FSU's Victory For Portia Mao
Following journalist Portia Mao's recent victory after being silenced under the Harmful Digital Communications Act (HDCA) by a CCP lackey, journalist Justin Wong has also been vindicated in his own case, says Nick Hanne, spokesperson for the Free Speech Union. 'This is the second time we've seen the HDCA weaponised by Morgan Xiao, against journalists whose jobs are to report freely on matters of public interest. But we're thrilled that, also for the second time, the Court has respected free speech and dismissed the case. The Free Speech Union's victory for Portia Mao set an important precedent for Wong, whose case was supported by Stuff through legal representation. 'Attempts to gag Stuff journalist Justin Wong under the HDCA were based on two incidents. Firstly, he reposted to his LinkedIn page a story about Portia Mao. Xiao asserted that by reposting, Wong encouraged people to take action against him. Secondly, Wong emailed Xiao, asking him a number of questions for an article he planned to publish in the Post. Apparently, this caused Xiao 'harm'. 'As Judge Davenport said, ' It would be a sad state of affairs if simply sending an email requesting answers to questions which Mr Xiao could choose not to respond to amounted to a harmful digital communication without more.' 'Mao was silenced after working to expose foreign interference in New Zealand. We operated as a critical conduit for her, funding barrister Callum Fredric, and drawing attention to the story. Wong's win today proves that Mao's victory was good news for all Kiwis. 'If journalists can be silenced for asking questions, our democracy is in trouble. The HDCA needs major work, which is exactly why our team is conducting a comprehensive review for the Minister of Justice. Our own laws should not give individuals the power to silence others on subjective claims of 'harm'.'
New Paper
18-07-2025
- New Paper
Foreigners charged with bribing officers to prolong stay and sell sex drugs
A group of Chinese nationals allegedly planned to get caught offering bribes to enforcement officers, so that they could prolong their stay in Singapore while investigations were ongoing. Their plan was to obtain special passes and sell illegal sex enhancement medications while out on bail, said the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) on July 18. The mastermind behind the scheme is believed to be a Singaporean drug abuser, who has been arrested and is being investigated by the Central Narcotics Bureau. On July 18, five of the foreigners were charged with corruption. Xiao Xiezhi, 43, faces three charges of allegedly offering bribes amounting to $400 to three National Environment Agency (NEA) enforcement officers on Jan 22 after being caught smoking under a bus stop shelter. Xu Zhishen, 37, faces two charges of allegedly offering bribes of $119 to two police officers on April 27 in the vicinity of Sri Mariamman Temple in South Bridge Road. Xu Bixin, 31, faces one charge of allegedly trying to bribe a police officer with $70 on May 3 to not conduct an identity check on him. Huang Chuangshun, 40, faces two charges of allegedly offering $100 in bribes to two NEA officers on June 23 after they caught him smoking at a non-designated smoking area in Orchard. Lin Liangjun, 32, faces four charges of allegedly offering $160 in bribes to four police officers on June 24 to refrain from taking enforcement action against him for his involvement in a traffic accident, by not inquiring further on his identity. All 12 officers rejected the bribes. Xiao being taken back to the scene in Geylang Lorong 20 by CPIB officers on July 17. ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO The foreigners were caught and previously released on agency bail. CPIB investigations found that the accused persons had allegedly paid their bailors to facilitate their bail and bail extensions. While previously out on bail and pending investigations, the men were issued special passes, allowing them to remain in Singapore. Foreigners issued with special passes are not allowed to work here, unless they have valid work passes. The men allegedly sold illegal sexual enhancement medications while out on bail. One of the accused, Xiao, was taken back to the scene in Geylang Lorong 20 by CPIB officers on July 17. He had allegedly handed money to bailors outside the New Cathay Hotel there. The area is a known hub of illicit activity, where illegal sex drugs are often seen being sold openly by street peddlers. Several makeshift roadside booths were seen with such products on display even as the media and CPIB officers were in the area. Investigations into the scheme are ongoing. The prosecutor told the court the men should not be granted bail as they had committed offences after being out on bail previously. She added that they previously paid their bailors to stand as bailors for them, and there is a risk of them colluding and committing more offences. She said: "If the accused persons are released on bail, there is a real risk of collusion, not just among themselves but with other individuals who are currently being investigated." The judge ordered for the men to be remanded without bail. Their cases will be heard again on Aug 1. Xiao allegedly handed money to bailors outside the New Cathay Hotel in Geylang. ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO Those convicted of bribery can be jailed for up to five years and fined up to $100,000. CPIB said it looks into all corruption-related complaints and reports, including anonymous ones. Reports can be made online; by e-mailing report@ by calling 1800-376-0000; or by mailing CPIB Headquarters @ 2 Lengkok Bahru, S159047. CPIB said where possible, the report should include where, when and how the alleged corrupt act happened; who was involved and their roles; and what bribe was given and favour shown.
