Singapore activists appeal gay sex ban court ruling

21 Sept 04:18 Key points summarised by AI

Three Singaporean campaigners launched an appeal against a court's decision to uphold a colonial-era law banning sex between men, marking the latest effort to overturn the legislation.
Activists argue the law, though rarely enforced, is 'absurd' and violates constitutional rights such as equality before the law, personal liberty, and freedom of expression.
This appeal highlights Singapore's conservative stance on LGBTQ+ rights, contrasting with progress seen in other Asian countries like India, which decriminalized gay sex, and Taiwan, which legalized same-sex marriage.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.