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Irish Times
a day ago
- Health
- Irish Times
Parents in legal battle over whether daughter should receive medical care in Ireland or Poland
An Irish man and a Polish woman are involved in a legal battle over where their young daughter should receive care for a number of medical conditions. According to medical records, the girl, who is 3½ years old, is autistic and suspected to have epilepsy. The couple, who are married but estranged, previously lived together in Ireland before the mother moved back to Poland with their daughter in March 2024. In May 2025, a Polish court ruled that the young girl, who was born in Ireland and is an Irish citizen, should be brought back here as the mother relocated her to Poland without her father's consent. READ MORE To date, the mother has refused to obey the court order, saying their daughter will not receive the treatment she needs due to long waiting lists in Ireland. Polish people constitute the largest non-Irish group living in Ireland. At the time of the 2022 Census , almost 93,000 Poles lived here. The girl's father has spent the last two weeks in Poland, trying to bring her back. He has travelled to Poland on numerous occasions over the past year to attend court hearings. In May, a judge declared he should be allowed to bring his daughter back to Ireland. The order, seen by The Irish Times, stated that a date must be 'immediately set' for the removal of their daughter to Ireland. On foot of this ruling, Polish authorities ordered that the mother hand over their daughter on June 16th. The father travelled to Poland for that meeting. However, the mother and daughter were not at the address in question when the father and officials arrived. The father said he has not seen his daughter in person in months and is distressed that her whereabouts are unknown. 'I have not seen my daughter since the Warsaw courthouse in January. Nobody, nobody in this country can confirm where my daughter is since May 27th ,' he said. The mother's legal case centres on her belief that their daughter will receive better treatment in Poland. '[Our daughter] requires intensive, specialist neuropsychiatric, speech therapy and psychological support. In Poland, we have access to trusted medical centres and doctors who know [her] history and can provide effective, ongoing treatment,' the mother said via an email. 'Unfortunately, in Ireland, the waiting times for therapy and diagnostics are extremely long.' There are significant delays for autism assessments in Ireland, with some families waiting up to three years. Polish doctors have advised against disrupting the girl's treatment as relocating may lead to a 'regression' in her development, according to her medical records. The father argues that he is able to pay for private healthcare in Ireland. He said his daughter has essentially been abducted by her mother, but she denies this claim. 'The most important issue was to ensure that [their daughter] received the medical and therapeutic care she urgently needed,' she said. Both Ireland and Poland are signed up to the Hague Convention, which is one of the main legal frameworks for dealing with international child abduction cases. Child abduction is deemed to have occurred when a child is removed from a person who has legal custody without that person's consent. Court documents in the case note that both parents had equal custody rights at the time of the daughter's removal from Ireland. The court ruled that the mother's actions constituted the unlawful retention of the child in Poland. As part of the Hague Convention, each country has a central authority that facilitates the return of abducted children to the country of their habitual residence. In Ireland, the Central Authority at the Department of Justice deals with such cases. A spokesperson for the department noted that a Minister 'cannot intervene in private, civil or international legal matters which are the subject of court proceedings either in Ireland or another jurisdiction'. The spokesperson said the Central Authority also cannot get involved in any legal proceedings happening in another country, instead acting as 'a transmitting and receiving agency, communicating any updates or requests for information between an applicant and the authorities of the other state'. 'It relies on the authorities of the other state to progress the application through their institutions and to keep it informed of any developments,' the spokesperson said. The Irish Times understands that the Embassy of Ireland in Warsaw is providing consular assistance, but also cannot intervene in a legal case. The Department of Foreign Affairs did not reply to requests for comment. The father's lawyer, who is based in Poland, said: 'The problem of the Polish legal system is that there isn't really a direct way to enforce this final ruling.' She said Polish authorities can only ask a parent to comply, they cannot force them. The father questioned how one parent can relocate a child to another country without the consent of the other parent, saying it sets a worrying precedent. [ Abducted by a parent: Heartbreaking cases of the Hague Convention Opens in new window ] 'The Hague Convention is not fit for purpose,' the father said, adding that he has 'jumped through all the hoops of another country's system' with little support. 'I can't fight the Polish state alone.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Admiralty crash victim was family's sole breadwinner; Gambler jailed for stealing nearly $50k in wedding red packets: Singapore live news
Chan Yong Kang, a 30-year-old Malaysian single father, died in a tragic crash on Admiralty Road while returning home from work in Singapore. He had worked two jobs – one as an electrician in Singapore and another as a food delivery rider in Johor Bahru – to support his five-year-old daughter and fund his divorce. Despite his demanding schedule, he visited his daughter every weekend. His family described him as hardworking, cautious, and deeply devoted. They now hope to gain custody of the child and raise her together in his memory. A 36-year-old Singaporean man has been jailed for 12 months after stealing nearly $50,000 in red packets from a wedding reception at JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach. The thief, Lee Yi Wei, used his knowledge of the venue to snatch two money boxes and later gambled away most of the cash. He placed nearly 200 bets online and lost thousands more at a Singapore Pools outlet. Only $3,000 was recovered. The court called the theft premeditated and ordered Lee to repay the stolen amount or serve an additional 100 days in jail. More on the gambler's theft that didn't pay off here. Read more in our live blog below, including the latest local and international news and updates. A Singaporean man who stole nearly $50,000 in red packets from a wedding reception has been jailed for 12 months. The theft took place at the JW Marriott Hotel on 5 April, where Lee Yi Wei, 36, used his insider knowledge as a former banquet server to strike when the gift table was briefly unattended. Lee made off with two money boxes and quickly hid the cash in a locker at the National Library. He then bought new clothes, changed his appearance, and returned to retrieve the rest of the money. He deposited $36,331 into a bank account and converted it into gambling credits, placing nearly 200 bets online. He also lost $12,200 at a Singapore Pools outlet the same evening. Lee, who acted alone, was arrested two days later with only $3,000 left. The judge called his actions calculated and noted his previous jail term for breach of trust. He must repay the stolen sum or face an additional 100 days behind bars. Read on Singaporean man sentenced for wedding red packet theft here. Chan Yong Kang, a 30-year-old Malaysian single father who worked two jobs, was killed in a multi-vehicle crash along Admiralty Road on 20 June. He was riding home to Johor Bahru after work when he collided with a lorry and was run over by a garbage truck. Chan had worked as an electrician in Singapore for 11 years and took on food delivery jobs in Johor after hours to support his five-year-old daughter and fund his divorce proceedings. He left home at 4am daily and returned by 7pm, only to repeat the cycle the next day. Despite his gruelling schedule, Chan made time every weekend to visit his daughter in Batu Pahat. His siblings described him as a cautious rider and a devoted father who lived simply but gave generously. The accident occurred just after he left his workplace. His brother, who worked with him, said Chan was not speeding and blamed sudden braking by a lorry ahead. Chan's family now hopes to gain custody of his daughter, pledging to raise her together in his memory. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has urged societies to rethink how they approach multiculturalism, warning that superficial integration risks falling apart under pressure. Speaking at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS) 2025, he said multicultural societies should resemble batik, where diverse threads are interwoven into a single, resilient fabric. In contrast, he cautioned against the 'patchwork quilt' model, where cultural groups remain separate and loosely stitched together. 'In times of stress, the stitches weaken and the quilt is easily forced apart,' he said. Tharman noted that enthusiasm for multiculturalism is waning globally, with rising political polarisation and a retreat from moderate values. He stressed that shared values and a belief in a common future must be actively cultivated. The ICCS, attended by over 1,000 delegates from more than 50 countries, aims to foster interfaith and intercultural dialogue. Batik attire was the dress code, fitting for the metaphor. Read on Tharman's call for cohesion here. Singapore is grappling with a sharp rise in youth radicalisation, with 17 individuals aged 20 and below dealt with under the Internal Security Act (ISA) in the past decade, with two-thirds of them in just the last five years. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim called the trend a 'pressing security concern' during the Religious Rehabilitation Group's (RRG) annual retreat. He warned that digital echo chambers and extremist content are accelerating radicalisation among youth still forming their identities. Recent cases underscore the urgency. A 17-year-old boy, radicalised by far-right ideologies, planned to shoot worshippers at local mosques using a 3D-printed gun. A 15-year-old girl, inspired by ISIS propaganda, pledged allegiance to the group and sought to marry a fighter in Syria. Authorities say both teens were self-radicalised online and acted alone. The girl is the first female youth to be issued a restriction order under the ISA. The government is ramping up outreach, urging families and schools to report early signs of radicalisation. Read on Singapore's rising youth radicalisation here. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has launched its Draft Master Plan 2025, a sweeping blueprint that will guide land use and development over the next 10 to 15 years. At its core: at least 80,000 new public and private homes across more than 10 areas, including Newton, Orchard, Dover, Kranji, and Defu. The plan is anchored by four themes: Shaping a Happy Healthy City, Enabling Sustainable Growth, Strengthening Urban Resilience, and Stewarding Nature and Heritage. These principles translate into walkable neighbourhoods, mixed-use hubs, and green corridors that connect people to parks, jobs, and each other. Highlights include a new 'urban village' in Newton with 5,000 homes, a mixed-use hub above Orchard MRT with 1,000 residences, and a waterfront estate in Kranji with 14,000 homes. Dover-Medway and Mediapolis will add another 11,000 homes near one-north. Beyond housing, the plan introduces three integrated community hubs in Sengkang, Woodlands North, and Yio Chu Kang, plus new parks in Kranji and conservation efforts for over 30 heritage buildings. The plan also introduces identity corridors and nodes to preserve local character, including Monk's Hill and Siglap. More than 30 buildings, including the NatSteel Pavilion and Pasir Panjang English School, are proposed for conservation. With a focus on sustainability, resilience, and heritage, the plan invites Singaporeans to co-create a city that thrives for generations. Read on Singapore's plan to add 80,000 new homes here. A Singapore study has uncovered a troubling trend: those who were physically disciplined as children are more likely to repeat the cycle with their own kids. The research, published in Acta Psychologica, surveyed nearly 450 young adults. Most had been caned or hit during childhood, and many now view such discipline as acceptable, even effective. But the emotional toll is clear. Many respondents reported fear, guilt, and even injuries from their childhood punishments. Some said their parents later expressed regret. Despite this, a majority still oppose banning physical discipline, suggesting that cultural acceptance runs deep. Experts say it's time to rethink discipline – not as punishment, but as guidance rooted in empathy and respect. Read on the physical disciple cycle study here. Penang has officially made the cut as one of the 10 cities quietly becoming the next best food destinations, according to travel media brand Travel + Leisure. The Malaysian island-state is celebrated for its vibrant street food, multicultural influences, and deep-rooted culinary traditions. From smoky char kway teow to tangy assam laksa, Penang's hawker stalls serve up bold flavours that reflect its Chinese, Malay and Indian heritage. The city's food scene is as diverse as it is delicious, and it's finally getting the global recognition it deserves. Beyond the food, Penang's charm lies in its authenticity. George Town's colonial shophouses and bustling kopitiams offer a nostalgic backdrop to a modern food renaissance. The city's culinary appeal is also drawing international chefs and foodies eager to explore its rich flavours and time-honoured techniques. If you haven't tasted Penang yet, now's the time – before the rest of the world catches on. Read on Penang's heating up food scene here. A decades-old manga has unexpectedly shaken Japan's tourism industry. 'The Future I Saw,' a cult comic by artist Ryo Tatsuki, predicts a catastrophic earthquake and tsunami on 5 July 2025. The claim? A seabed crack between Japan and the Philippines will unleash waves three times taller than the 2011 disaster. Despite zero scientific backing, the prophecy has gone viral across East Asia. Travel agencies in Hong Kong report up to 80 per cent fewer Japan inquiries, with some bookings halved during the Easter period. Tatsuki's credibility stems from a previous 'prediction' that coincided with the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. Her book has since sold over 900,000 copies, including Chinese editions. Japan's government has urged calm. Seismologists stress that pinpointing the date of an earthquake is scientifically impossible. Whether myth or marketing, the manga's impact is real, and Japan's tourism sector is feeling the tremors. Read on how Japan's tourism feels the impact of the viral prophecy here. At least $26,000 has been lost in just two weeks to scams involving fake Blackpink concert tickets, according to Singapore police. The K-pop supergroup is set to perform at the National Stadium on 29 and 30 November as part of their Deadline world tour, which includes 13 new Asia stops. Police reported 18 cases of victims being duped by listings on platforms like Telegram, Carousell, and Xiaohongshu. Scammers used fake screenshots, receipts, and urgency tactics to pressure buyers into transferring money. Some victims were even asked to pay twice. Police have reiterated that Ticketmaster is the sole authorised ticketing platform. Tickets are non-transferable, and resale purchases will be rejected at the gate with no refund. This isn't the first time fans have been burned – over $206,000 was lost to similar scams during Blackpink's 2023 Born Pink tour. With general sales already underway and demand sky-high, fans are urged to stay vigilant and avoid unofficial sellers. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is in China for his first state visit as premier but prior to that, the Singapore leader and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr turned heads during a recent summit, not with policy, but with a performance. The two leaders surprised guests at Malacañang Palace with a duet of Eric Clapton's 'Wonderful Tonight', with Wong on guitar and Marcos Jr on vocals. The 4-5 June visit was meant to deepen bilateral ties, and it did, with a musical twist. The performance followed discussions on trade and sustainability, but it was the unscripted jam that resonated most with attendees. Marcos Jr, a known Clapton fan, and Wong, wielding a Gibson Les Paul, delivered a rendition that blended diplomacy with showmanship. It was a reminder that sometimes, the best way to build bridges is through a shared song. Watch it: The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has released three residential sites for sale under the H1 2025 Government Land Sales (GLS) programme, offering a combined yield of around 1,765 private homes. The sites are located at Dorset Road, Upper Thomson Road (Parcel A), and Telok Blangah Road. The Telok Blangah site is especially notable, it's the first GLS plot in the area in 35 years and part of the Greater Southern Waterfront transformation. It could yield 745 units and is expected to attract strong developer interest. The Dorset Road site, near Farrer Park MRT, is projected to yield 425 units and may appeal to developers seeking city-fringe opportunities. The Upper Thomson Road (Parcel A) site, which includes commercial space on the first storey, could yield 595 homes. All three sites carry 99-year leases. Tenders close on 9 Oct (Dorset), 23 Oct (Upper Thomson), and 4 Nov (Telok Blangah). With this launch, URA moves closer to its 2025 goal of releasing nearly 10,000 units via the confirmed list. Read on URA's latest land sales here. Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has called the relationship between Singapore and China 'more important than ever' during his first official visit to China as premier. Speaking in Beijing on Tuesday (24 June), Wong met with President Xi Jinping and pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation amid rising global tensions. Wong emphasised the need to strengthen multilateralism and the rules-based global order, noting that Singapore and China can work together on regional and international platforms. Xi echoed the sentiment, calling for tighter strategic cooperation to tackle shared challenges. The visit marks the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Wong highlighted the long-standing trust and mutual respect that began even before formal ties were established, referencing the legacy of leaders like Lee Kuan Yew and Deng Xiaoping. Wong also met Premier Li Qiang and will meet National People's Congress Chairman Zhao Leji, completing engagements with China's top three leaders. He will conclude his five-day trip by attending the World Economic Forum's Summer Davos in Tianjin, where he's slated to speak on regional cooperation and economic resilience. Read on Wong's first visit to China as premier here. A Singaporean man who stole nearly $50,000 in red packets from a wedding reception has been jailed for 12 months. The theft took place at the JW Marriott Hotel on 5 April, where Lee Yi Wei, 36, used his insider knowledge as a former banquet server to strike when the gift table was briefly unattended. Lee made off with two money boxes and quickly hid the cash in a locker at the National Library. He then bought new clothes, changed his appearance, and returned to retrieve the rest of the money. He deposited $36,331 into a bank account and converted it into gambling credits, placing nearly 200 bets online. He also lost $12,200 at a Singapore Pools outlet the same evening. Lee, who acted alone, was arrested two days later with only $3,000 left. The judge called his actions calculated and noted his previous jail term for breach of trust. He must repay the stolen sum or face an additional 100 days behind bars. Read on Singaporean man sentenced for wedding red packet theft here. Chan Yong Kang, a 30-year-old Malaysian single father who worked two jobs, was killed in a multi-vehicle crash along Admiralty Road on 20 June. He was riding home to Johor Bahru after work when he collided with a lorry and was run over by a garbage truck. Chan had worked as an electrician in Singapore for 11 years and took on food delivery jobs in Johor after hours to support his five-year-old daughter and fund his divorce proceedings. He left home at 4am daily and returned by 7pm, only to repeat the cycle the next day. Despite his gruelling schedule, Chan made time every weekend to visit his daughter in Batu Pahat. His siblings described him as a cautious rider and a devoted father who lived simply but gave generously. The accident occurred just after he left his workplace. His brother, who worked with him, said Chan was not speeding and blamed sudden braking by a lorry ahead. Chan's family now hopes to gain custody of his daughter, pledging to raise her together in his memory. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has urged societies to rethink how they approach multiculturalism, warning that superficial integration risks falling apart under pressure. Speaking at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS) 2025, he said multicultural societies should resemble batik, where diverse threads are interwoven into a single, resilient fabric. In contrast, he cautioned against the 'patchwork quilt' model, where cultural groups remain separate and loosely stitched together. 'In times of stress, the stitches weaken and the quilt is easily forced apart,' he said. Tharman noted that enthusiasm for multiculturalism is waning globally, with rising political polarisation and a retreat from moderate values. He stressed that shared values and a belief in a common future must be actively cultivated. The ICCS, attended by over 1,000 delegates from more than 50 countries, aims to foster interfaith and intercultural dialogue. Batik attire was the dress code, fitting for the metaphor. Read on Tharman's call for cohesion here. Singapore is grappling with a sharp rise in youth radicalisation, with 17 individuals aged 20 and below dealt with under the Internal Security Act (ISA) in the past decade, with two-thirds of them in just the last five years. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim called the trend a 'pressing security concern' during the Religious Rehabilitation Group's (RRG) annual retreat. He warned that digital echo chambers and extremist content are accelerating radicalisation among youth still forming their identities. Recent cases underscore the urgency. A 17-year-old boy, radicalised by far-right ideologies, planned to shoot worshippers at local mosques using a 3D-printed gun. A 15-year-old girl, inspired by ISIS propaganda, pledged allegiance to the group and sought to marry a fighter in Syria. Authorities say both teens were self-radicalised online and acted alone. The girl is the first female youth to be issued a restriction order under the ISA. The government is ramping up outreach, urging families and schools to report early signs of radicalisation. Read on Singapore's rising youth radicalisation here. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has launched its Draft Master Plan 2025, a sweeping blueprint that will guide land use and development over the next 10 to 15 years. At its core: at least 80,000 new public and private homes across more than 10 areas, including Newton, Orchard, Dover, Kranji, and Defu. The plan is anchored by four themes: Shaping a Happy Healthy City, Enabling Sustainable Growth, Strengthening Urban Resilience, and Stewarding Nature and Heritage. These principles translate into walkable neighbourhoods, mixed-use hubs, and green corridors that connect people to parks, jobs, and each other. Highlights include a new 'urban village' in Newton with 5,000 homes, a mixed-use hub above Orchard MRT with 1,000 residences, and a waterfront estate in Kranji with 14,000 homes. Dover-Medway and Mediapolis will add another 11,000 homes near one-north. Beyond housing, the plan introduces three integrated community hubs in Sengkang, Woodlands North, and Yio Chu Kang, plus new parks in Kranji and conservation efforts for over 30 heritage buildings. The plan also introduces identity corridors and nodes to preserve local character, including Monk's Hill and Siglap. More than 30 buildings, including the NatSteel Pavilion and Pasir Panjang English School, are proposed for conservation. With a focus on sustainability, resilience, and heritage, the plan invites Singaporeans to co-create a city that thrives for generations. Read on Singapore's plan to add 80,000 new homes here. A Singapore study has uncovered a troubling trend: those who were physically disciplined as children are more likely to repeat the cycle with their own kids. The research, published in Acta Psychologica, surveyed nearly 450 young adults. Most had been caned or hit during childhood, and many now view such discipline as acceptable, even effective. But the emotional toll is clear. Many respondents reported fear, guilt, and even injuries from their childhood punishments. Some said their parents later expressed regret. Despite this, a majority still oppose banning physical discipline, suggesting that cultural acceptance runs deep. Experts say it's time to rethink discipline – not as punishment, but as guidance rooted in empathy and respect. Read on the physical disciple cycle study here. Penang has officially made the cut as one of the 10 cities quietly becoming the next best food destinations, according to travel media brand Travel + Leisure. The Malaysian island-state is celebrated for its vibrant street food, multicultural influences, and deep-rooted culinary traditions. From smoky char kway teow to tangy assam laksa, Penang's hawker stalls serve up bold flavours that reflect its Chinese, Malay and Indian heritage. The city's food scene is as diverse as it is delicious, and it's finally getting the global recognition it deserves. Beyond the food, Penang's charm lies in its authenticity. George Town's colonial shophouses and bustling kopitiams offer a nostalgic backdrop to a modern food renaissance. The city's culinary appeal is also drawing international chefs and foodies eager to explore its rich flavours and time-honoured techniques. If you haven't tasted Penang yet, now's the time – before the rest of the world catches on. Read on Penang's heating up food scene here. A decades-old manga has unexpectedly shaken Japan's tourism industry. 'The Future I Saw,' a cult comic by artist Ryo Tatsuki, predicts a catastrophic earthquake and tsunami on 5 July 2025. The claim? A seabed crack between Japan and the Philippines will unleash waves three times taller than the 2011 disaster. Despite zero scientific backing, the prophecy has gone viral across East Asia. Travel agencies in Hong Kong report up to 80 per cent fewer Japan inquiries, with some bookings halved during the Easter period. Tatsuki's credibility stems from a previous 'prediction' that coincided with the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. Her book has since sold over 900,000 copies, including Chinese editions. Japan's government has urged calm. Seismologists stress that pinpointing the date of an earthquake is scientifically impossible. Whether myth or marketing, the manga's impact is real, and Japan's tourism sector is feeling the tremors. Read on how Japan's tourism feels the impact of the viral prophecy here. At least $26,000 has been lost in just two weeks to scams involving fake Blackpink concert tickets, according to Singapore police. The K-pop supergroup is set to perform at the National Stadium on 29 and 30 November as part of their Deadline world tour, which includes 13 new Asia stops. Police reported 18 cases of victims being duped by listings on platforms like Telegram, Carousell, and Xiaohongshu. Scammers used fake screenshots, receipts, and urgency tactics to pressure buyers into transferring money. Some victims were even asked to pay twice. Police have reiterated that Ticketmaster is the sole authorised ticketing platform. Tickets are non-transferable, and resale purchases will be rejected at the gate with no refund. This isn't the first time fans have been burned – over $206,000 was lost to similar scams during Blackpink's 2023 Born Pink tour. With general sales already underway and demand sky-high, fans are urged to stay vigilant and avoid unofficial sellers. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is in China for his first state visit as premier but prior to that, the Singapore leader and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr turned heads during a recent summit, not with policy, but with a performance. The two leaders surprised guests at Malacañang Palace with a duet of Eric Clapton's 'Wonderful Tonight', with Wong on guitar and Marcos Jr on vocals. The 4-5 June visit was meant to deepen bilateral ties, and it did, with a musical twist. The performance followed discussions on trade and sustainability, but it was the unscripted jam that resonated most with attendees. Marcos Jr, a known Clapton fan, and Wong, wielding a Gibson Les Paul, delivered a rendition that blended diplomacy with showmanship. It was a reminder that sometimes, the best way to build bridges is through a shared song. Watch it: The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has released three residential sites for sale under the H1 2025 Government Land Sales (GLS) programme, offering a combined yield of around 1,765 private homes. The sites are located at Dorset Road, Upper Thomson Road (Parcel A), and Telok Blangah Road. The Telok Blangah site is especially notable, it's the first GLS plot in the area in 35 years and part of the Greater Southern Waterfront transformation. It could yield 745 units and is expected to attract strong developer interest. The Dorset Road site, near Farrer Park MRT, is projected to yield 425 units and may appeal to developers seeking city-fringe opportunities. The Upper Thomson Road (Parcel A) site, which includes commercial space on the first storey, could yield 595 homes. All three sites carry 99-year leases. Tenders close on 9 Oct (Dorset), 23 Oct (Upper Thomson), and 4 Nov (Telok Blangah). With this launch, URA moves closer to its 2025 goal of releasing nearly 10,000 units via the confirmed list. Read on URA's latest land sales here. Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has called the relationship between Singapore and China 'more important than ever' during his first official visit to China as premier. Speaking in Beijing on Tuesday (24 June), Wong met with President Xi Jinping and pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation amid rising global tensions. Wong emphasised the need to strengthen multilateralism and the rules-based global order, noting that Singapore and China can work together on regional and international platforms. Xi echoed the sentiment, calling for tighter strategic cooperation to tackle shared challenges. The visit marks the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Wong highlighted the long-standing trust and mutual respect that began even before formal ties were established, referencing the legacy of leaders like Lee Kuan Yew and Deng Xiaoping. Wong also met Premier Li Qiang and will meet National People's Congress Chairman Zhao Leji, completing engagements with China's top three leaders. He will conclude his five-day trip by attending the World Economic Forum's Summer Davos in Tianjin, where he's slated to speak on regional cooperation and economic resilience. Read on Wong's first visit to China as premier here.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jodie Turner-Smith shows off her cool sense of style for day out with best friend Nancy Gomez
Jodie Turner-Smith showcased her sense of style as she headed out in Manhattan with her best friend Nancy Gomez on Friday. The actress, 38, put on a leggy display in a pair of distressed denim shorts and a fitted T-shirt. She paired the look with ballet pumps and a large Burberry shoulder bag. Meanwhile, photographer Nancy cut an equally casual figure in an oversized blazer, a baseball cap and shades. Their outing comes amid Jodie's bitter custody battle with her ex-husband Joshua Jackson, 46, over their five-year-old daughter Juno. Relations between the pair took a further downward turn earlier this month when she appeared to compare him to a Disney villain. Jodie and the Dawson's Creek star split in October 2023 citing 'irreconcilable differences' reportedly caused by their busy work schedules. Joshua filed a motion and request for an emergency custody order modification, according to court documents obtained by E! News. In the motion, filed on May 30, he claimed Jodie changed their five-year-old daughter's school for kindergarten without his permission. He claimed she selected a school that was outside of the 45-minute commute time from his home that they had previously agreed upon. He requested that Juno remains at her current school where she is 'flourishing' and is seeking joint consent with her ex-wife over any decisions regarding her education.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Yahoo
Family speaks out after death of infant in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The family of a baby who died last Wednesday is continuing to deal with unimaginable heartbreak in Huntsville. Family members say this tragedy actually could have been avoided. According to family members, Madison Posey was just two weeks away from regaining custody of her twin daughters. Posey gave birth to the twins in February but tested positive for CBD at the Department of Human Resources placed the newborn girls in the custody of their father, Victavious Dennis. Family members say that the decision by the Madison County Department of Human Resources contributed to four-month-old Kyla's death. Judge sets $1M bond for Huntsville man charged in infant's death Posey said that the positive test for CBD came after her doctor recommended she consume it while pregnant. When they were born, her twins tested negative for everything. Posey says she visited her daughters on Sunday, June 8, only to find baby Kyla crying. When she picked her up, she says Kyla took two labored breaths and her arms were limp. She immediately contacted 911, but what happened next left this family confused and distraught. After baby Kyla arrived at the hospital by ambulance, staff members at the hospital contacted Huntsville police. Baby Kyla was diagnosed with brain trauma, a brain bleed, a broken collarbone, broken ribs and a liver injury. Kyla died on Wednesday, June 11. Man in critical condition after early morning crash in Huntsville Her father, Victavious Dennis, is now charged with murder in addition to aggravated child abuse. A Madison County Judge set his bond at $1 million following an Aniah's Law hearing. Investigators told News 19 that Dennis was alone with Kyla at home when her injuries Dennis says, she fell the night before while he was giving her a bath, and hit her head, but the hospital staff says Kyla had other injuries in the healing stage. Dennis is being held in the Madison County jail on a one-million-dollar now, Posey's 2-year-old son and baby Kylie, the surviving twin, are in foster care. A GoFundMe has now been set up for Kyla's funeral arrangements, which can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Fox News
16-06-2025
- Fox News
Fugitive dad Travis Decker heard in new audio before allegedly murdering 3 daughters
New audio from a family court hearing shows Travis Decker pleading with a judge to let him spend more time with his three daughters, who he's accused of killing. The bodies of Decker's three daughters, Paityn, 9, Evelyn, 8, and Olivia, 5, were found in a wooded area approximately 30 miles from Rock Island Campground in Washington, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office in a statement. Federal authorities took over the search on June 8 after local officials said they needed assistance. Decker is a former Army soldier with "extensive" training. "We had reached a point where we need to rest our local resources," the statement said. "However, CCSO leadership remains closely involved in search coordination and continues their lead with the criminal investigation." According to Fox 13, Decker's visitation time with the three girls had been reduced in recent years. Whitney, Decker's ex-wife, and her lawyer cited alleged endangerment of the three children, declining mental health and lack of communication in their request to decrease Travis' visitation time. During a family court hearing in September 2024, a family court judge allowed Whitney to take near-full custody of the girls, alleging neglect and emotional distress. Travis was allowed to visit the children every other weekend for a set number of hours. Decker expressed frustration with the parenting plan and told the family court judge he'd like to see his daughters more. "I already only get a day and a half, two days, with my daughters, and it's two nights. It's a Friday night, Saturday night, and because of my current job and the current location, I'm in Idaho working. I am in the U.S. [Carpenter's Union], so where I go, where the work is, is where I come, and through the new parenting plan, it takes away basically all my opportunities to be around the girls when I'm not at work. If I have the opportunity to be there for my daughters, I feel like I should be able to be there for them and not have to find my way to be around my daughters," Decker said. Decker's children were allegedly heard crying over the phone with their mother during an overnight trip with their father at the Wenatchee armory, according to court records. The incident was cited with others as reasons why Decker shouldn't be allowed to keep the kids overnight. "I don't believe that my weekends should be completely taken away since I have been gone. Every time I've had the girls, we have been in campsites, in national forests and paid campsites that have campers. We've never done anything that was unsafe or anything I wouldn't want to put myself in," Decker told the judge. After the judge signed off on the parenting plan that reduced the time Decker would spend with his daughters, he continued to ask for a different outcome. "And then nothing can change that? Nothing, my signature doesn't matter anyway, right? So if I don't sign it, then ..." Decker said. When Decker didn't drop the girls off by the 8 p.m. curfew on May 30, Whitney tried calling him, but he didn't pick up, according to an affidavit. According to the court document, Decker had never missed a curfew to return the children. The court documents indicated Decker had mental health issues and borderline personality disorder, adding he is homeless and lives in campgrounds and motels. Decker was charged with three counts of aggravated first-degree murder and kidnapping.
