Commentary: Would you dare take 365 days of paid leave given by your company?
In this uncertain economic climate, it might seem like a good thing to be seen as indispensable at work and minimise time away from the office. It’s not, says Visier’s…
Commentary: In this age of post-COVID travel, are we paying more for worse service?
From China Southern Airlines to Cathay Pacific, airline employees have been caught making unacceptable remarks about their passengers. Given soaring air fares, you may ask yourself why you’re paying more…
CNA Explains: Why does Singapore need to prepare for haze this year?
With a more intense dry season expected, Singapore could face its worst episode of haze in recent years.Read More
Wildfire smoke from Canada disrupts New York, Philadelphia flights
June 08, 2023 4:44 AM Some flights are delayed and others briefly halted because of reduced visibility. Read More
Zelensky ‘in shock’ over lack of aid for Ukraine dam disaster
June 08, 2023 4:14 AM “From the roofs of the flooded houses, people see drowned people floating by,” he tells Germany’s Bild daily. Read More
Saudi crown prince, US’ Blinken had ‘candid’ talks in Jeddah
June 08, 2023 2:56 AM Top US diplomat Blinken is in Saudi Arabia for a much anticipated visit amid frayed ties. Read More
Russia, Ukraine say ammonia pipeline was damaged, in potential blow to grain deal
June 08, 2023 2:20 AM KYIV – A pipeline used to transport ammonia fertiliser from Russia via Ukraine that may be central to the future of the Black Sea grain…
Oceans warmer last month than any May on record
June 08, 2023 1:59 AM Year-round, long-term trends have added 0.6 deg C to the ocean’s surface waters in 40 years. Read More
Ukraine warns over impact of Kakhovka dam collapse on farmland
June 08, 2023 12:46 AM Ukraine, a major global producer and exporter of grain, has accused Moscow of blowing up the Soviet-era dam. Read More