Ukraine evacuates over 17,000 people after key dam is destroyed
June 07, 2023 6:30 AM Washington warns there will be “likely many deaths”, as Russia denies reponsibility. Read More
Bukit Panjang wild boar attacks: More traps to be placed, fences extended after 2 injured
These measures will be taken to reduce the wild boar population and stop the animals from entering residential areas in Bukit Panjang, MP Liang Eng Hwa says.Read More
Commentary: Should workplaces in Singapore embrace pay transparency?
Pay transparency can be an effective employee retention tool for Singapore companies, but it is not a comprehensive solution on its own, say HR leaders Aslam Sardar, Dr Fermin Diez…
Trump backer-turned-critic Chris Christie makes White House run official
June 07, 2023 5:31 AM He joins a growing Republican field led by former president Donald Trump. Read More
Turkey jails teen who added moustache to Erdogan poster
June 07, 2023 5:13 AM He was accused of defacing the poster near his home with a pen, scribbling “a Hitler moustache and writing insulting comments.” Read More
Contaminated cider in Russia kills 29 people, sickens 61
June 07, 2023 5:05 AM Russian media reported that the alcohol contained methanol, which is highly toxic. Read More
French pension reform protesters briefly storm 2024 Olympics headquarters
June 07, 2023 4:36 AM Trade unions make a last-gasp attempt to pressure lawmakers over France’s raising of the retirement age. Read More
Air India plane from Delhi to San Francisco lands in Russia after engine problem
June 07, 2023 4:06 AM A US spokesman said it was likely there were Americans on board, given the flight’s destination. Read More
US can’t conclusively determine cause of dam destruction in Ukraine, says White House
June 07, 2023 3:44 AM It is clear the dam’s destruction had likely caused “many deaths”, says spokesman John Kirby. Read More
US’ Blinken visits Saudi Arabia amid strained ties, Israel normalisation in mind
June 07, 2023 3:21 AM US-Saudi ties have seen deepening disagreements on issues ranging from Iran and regional security to oil prices. Read More