Singapore Air Quality Drops as Haze Hits 2026 Peak
Singapore air quality has reached its worst levels of the year as the 24-hour PSI climbed to 192, impacting schools and the upcoming Grand Prix weekend.
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Social Security Board Election: What to Know for Oct 11
Thailand will hold elections for the Social Security Board on October 11, 2026. Voters should check their designated polling stations due to recent flooding.
Blue Impulse to Perform at 23rd Kounosu Fireworks Festival
The Air Self-Defense Force's Blue Impulse aerobatic team is scheduled to perform at the 23rd Kounosu Fireworks Festival in Saitama on October 10, 2026.
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Broadcaster Kim Sook showcased her Jeju Island home on the October 8 episode of MBC's variety show 'ꡬν΄μ€! νμ¦'.
Singapore Haze: PSI Hits 2026 High of 170
Air quality in Singapore has reached its worst level this year, with the central region recording a 24-hour PSI reading of 170 on October 9, 2026.
Ryoko Kuninaka to Host 'Waga Kokoro no Osaka Melody'
Actress Ryoko Kuninaka has been announced as a host for the 26th annual 'Waga Kokoro no Osaka Melody' music program, marking her debut as a music show host.
Financial Firms Must Repay Mismanaged Deposits, Regulators Say
South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service ruled that banks are liable for losses if employees mistakenly close a family member's account due to procedural errors.
Thailand Fuel Prices: Diesel and Gasoline Rise Oct 9, 2026
Retail fuel prices in Thailand will increase by 0.75 baht per liter starting October 9, 2026, following a decision by the Oil Fuel Fund Office.
Sheng Siong Shoplifter Caught by Facial Recognition
A 45-year-old gym coach has been sentenced to one week in jail after facial recognition technology identified her for shoplifting groceries 12 times.
Google Gemini Updates: New Skills Feature and Model Changes
Google is introducing a new 'Skills' feature for Gemini while phasing out 'Gems'. Additionally, new model usage limits for personal accounts will take effect in October 2026.
NSF Dies After Incident at Pulau Tekong BMT School 3
A 20-year-old full-time national serviceman has died following an incident at the Basic Military Training Centre on Pulau Tekong on October 8, 2026.
Coupang Files Lawsuit Against Privacy Commission Fines
Coupang has filed administrative lawsuits to challenge the 624.9 billion won in fines imposed by the Personal Information Protection Commission over data breaches.