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[Local News] from @newsoutpost A Chinese national was arrested in Singapore on charges of creating and using malware that was used in cyberattacks, large-scale fraud and child exploitation. Wang Yunhe, 35, was arrested in his Singapore home on May 24 for his suspected involvement in cybercriminal activities in the United States. 📌 More details: bit.ly/3KpfFph

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Second worker dies after toxic gas incident at PUB's Choa Chu Kang Waterworks. The 24-year-old Malaysian was admitted to intensive care after the incident on 23 May and then died of his injuries on 28 May. He and two workers collapsed after inhaling hydrogen sulfide while cleaning a tank. 📌 More details: bit.ly/3R7TUhz

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Man appealing against sentence for sex with 15-year-old. In his defense, the man cited a psychologist's report stating he experienced emotional turmoil due to his wife's "wayang" illness affecting their sex life. The offender is out on bail pending his appeal against the sentence. 📌 More details: bit.ly/3V0g9qU

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Indian worker's family was in Singapore on vacation when he died from toxic fumes at PUB plant. The family planned to stay a month in Singapore before Mr. Sivaraman's leave on May 27, when they would travel to Malaysia. The deceased's wife, Ms. Narmatha, 35, was so distraught that she flew home to be with relatives. 📌 More details: bit.ly/4bBPvvw

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Two taken to hospital after 4-vehicle accident in Balestier Road. The police said they were alerted to the accident at 9.10am involving taxi and three cars in Balestier Road. Two were taken conscious to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and police investigations are ongoing. 📌 More details: bit.ly/4dVXiFZ

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Doctor suspended after teen loses testicle due to misdiagnosis. Dr. Yeo Khee Hong's misdiagnosis led to a delayed testicular torsion diagnosis, resulting in the removal of the boy's left testis. He pleaded guilty to professional misconduct for failing to provide competent and appropriate care. 📌 More details: bit.ly/3R3W1mh

[World News] from @newsoutpost South Korea releases video showing North Korea’s failed satellite launch. On 28 May, South Korea released one-minute, black-and-white video footage showing North Korea's failed satellite launch attempt. Footage from a South Korean patrol vessel showed an explosion and flashes in the sky, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff. 📌 More details: bit.ly/3wHnHGZ

[World News] from @newsoutpost Israeli attack on tent camp in Gaza’s killed at 45. An Israeli air strike caused a blaze that killed at least 45 in a Rafah tent camp, drawing global condemnation on 27 May and calls to implement a World Court ruling to stop Israel’s offensive. Women wept while men prayed beside shrouded bodies. 📌 More details: bit.ly/44XQWlk

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Man dies after his motorcycle skids in Serangoon. A 41-year-old motorcyclist died after his vehicle crashed on 27 May in Serangoon. The police were alerted to the accident on Lorong Chuan towards Serangoon Garden Way at about 6.20am. 📌 More details: bit.ly/4bLqZaW

[Local News] from @newsoutpost Edge restaurant at Pan Pacific Hotel suspended after 16 diners fall sick. The Ministry of Health and Singapore Food Agency are investigating six gastroenteritis cases linked to food from a restaurant between 2 and 18 May. Affected diners sought outpatient treatment or self-medicated, with no hospitalisations. 📌 More details: bit.ly/4aE9Jn5