India kicks off a massive Hindu festival touted as the world's largest religious gathering

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Legal disputes between homeowners and landed property builders have fallen by around 10 per cent since BuildTrust, a government-backed quality assessment scheme, was launched in April last year, according to the Micro Builders Association Singapore (MBAS).The scheme sets construction standards for areas including floors,...

David Seymour has served as Acting Prime Minister this week, leading his first post-Cabinet press conference on Monday and his second Question Time on his birthday. This marks his first time in the House as Acting PM and Deputy PM since his previous stint in November when both Christopher Luxon and Winston Peters were abroad. Need More Context? 🔎

In 1995, a young Bryan Habana attended his first rugby match, witnessing the Springboks' victory over the All Blacks, which inspired his future career. Habana, who won the World Cup in 2007 and shares the record for most tries in finals, praised the diverse 2019 team led by Siya Kolisi, which resonated with South Africa's population and marked a significant moment in the nation's sporting history. Need More Context? 🔎

At the AHA Hospitality Expo in Perth, The Sandbar Scarborough Beach won WA’s Best Cocktail Competition with its “Matcha Made in Heaven,” becoming only the second drink to earn the title. The event featured bartenders from four top venues, and the winning team received tickets to see One Republic at RAC Arena valued at $4000. Need More Context? 🔎

France's Socialist party threatens a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister François Bayrou's government following failed pension reform negotiations to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64. With a fragmented parliament and the potential for increased budget deficits, the government's survival hinges on finding a compromise or facing censure. Need More Context? 🔎

President Trump is set to attend a NATO summit in Brussels, following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel. He aims to secure commitments from NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, while addressing ongoing concerns about Russia's war on Ukraine and the recent Iranian missile strikes on a U.S. base in Qatar. Need More Context? 🔎