Michelle Trachtenberg, Gossip Girl and Buffy actress, dies aged 39

Raymond, an employee at TechTV Network, has not received his full salary since October 2024, accumulating arrears of S$55,000 despite assurances from the company's CEO about securing funds. Multiple employees have reported similar issues, leading to an investigation by the Ministry of Manpower, while TechTV cites external financial challenges for its inability to pay salaries. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Raymond, a man in his 50s, has not been paid his full salary...

A 26-year-old Brazilian tourist, Juliana Marins, was found dead after falling from a cliff while hiking Indonesia's Mount Rinjani. Despite initial signs of life and a four-day rescue effort hindered by challenging conditions, her body was located significantly below the initial fall site, prompting authorities to close the hiking track due to safety concerns. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A young woman from Brazil named Juliana fell off a cliff while hiking in...

More than 9,000 individuals over 65 earn over $200,000 annually, with an additional 33,000 earning between $100,000 and $200,000, prompting the Retirement Commissioner to question their eligibility for NZ Super. The 2023 Census revealed an increase in workforce participation among those aged 65 and older, rising to just over 24%, with the most significant growth in the 70 to 74 age group. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Some older people are earning a...

In today's FirstFT Asia newsletter, tensions in the Middle East are highlighted as Donald Trump defends a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, while a leaked assessment questions the effectiveness of recent US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Other key stories include protests at Jeff Bezos’s Venice wedding, a UK report on China’s espionage efforts, and significant investments by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani amidst legal challenges. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In today's...

While en route to a NATO summit, Trump shared a congratulatory text from NATO's Mark Rutte praising his military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, which he claims led to a ceasefire in the region. However, U.S. intelligence suggests the damage may be less severe than portrayed, and despite current calm, concerns about Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional stability persist. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: While on a plane to a big meeting in...

Extreme heat during high school graduation ceremonies at Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey, led to over 150 people falling ill, prompting officials to declare a state of emergency. With temperatures reaching the upper 90s Fahrenheit and a heat index of 107 degrees, several individuals were hospitalized, and the ceremonies were shut down, with libraries designated as cooling centers. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Extreme heat made many people feel sick at a...