Key Takeaway: Cybercrime will be included in Malaysia-Singapore cross-border crime cooperation , as the two countries prepare to renew their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the matter. Malaysia’s Home Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, announced that cybercrime will be a new focus in Malaysia-Singapore cross-border crime collaboration . The updated MOU will be signed on Nov 14 during Saifuddin’s meeting with Singapore’s Minister of Home Affairs and Law, K. Shanmugam. This move reflects the growing threat of cybercrime , which costs ASEAN an estimated US$64 billion annually. The agreement emphasizes capacity-building, intelligence-sharing, and joint operations as vital components for addressing cybercrime. The exchange of MOU documents will occur at the Annual Leaders' Retreat on Dec 8 in Malaysia, which will be attended by the prime ministers of both nations. Saifuddin also highlighted plans to discuss border congestion issues and will visit Singapore’s Immi
Despite recent rainfall, the Jennings Creek Fire near the New York-New Jersey border continues to spread, covering about 5,000 acres and is only 20% contained. Strong winds have fueled the fire’s growth. The blaze, located approximately 30 miles from New York City, has led to "very high" fire danger warnings in Northern New Jersey, despite slightly easing due to overnight rain.
Tragically, Daniel Vasquez, an 18-year-old New York State Parks employee, lost his life while fighting the fire in Sterling Forest. The fire has prompted authorities to keep the area on alert, with winds expected to strengthen.
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