Commentary: Mock exams at tuition centres after scrapped mid-year papers? It’s neither surprising nor hypocritical
Most parents are probably not surprised by the popularity of mock exams offered by tuition centres now that mid-year papers have been completely scrapped. Mother-of-three Cherie Tseng gives her take.Read…
From children’s home to outside world, it’s a ‘big jump’ for youths with no family to return to
Nearly 600 children and youths live in residential and youth homes in Singapore. What happens when they must live independently? Social service providers tell CNA Insider what more can be…
France braced for fifth night of riots as family buries teenager
July 02, 2023 5:47 AM It is the worst crisis for France’s president since the “Yellow Vest” protests of 2018. Read More
US presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis criticised over ‘homophobic’ video
July 02, 2023 4:59 AM It highlights rival Donald Trump’s past statements in support of gay rights. Read More
Protesters keep pressure on Israel PM over judicial reform plan
July 02, 2023 3:50 AM TEL AVIV – Israelis protested again on Saturday against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial reform plans, days after he said he had dropped a…
US needs to de-risk and diversify away from China, says CIA’s William Burns
July 02, 2023 3:03 AM China is the only country with both the intent and power to reshape the international order, he says. Read More
Moldova airport shooting suspect in coma, wanted in Tajikstan for abduction
July 02, 2023 2:53 AM He grabbed a gun and shot dead two security officers after being denied entry to the ex-Soviet country. Read More
CIA’s Burns: Armed mutiny shows damage Putin has done to Russia
July 02, 2023 1:08 AM It shows the corrosive effect Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine has had. Read More
Kenya in shock as road crash toll hits 52
July 02, 2023 12:47 AM A truck carrying a shipping container veered out of control and ploughed into multiple other vehicles and people. Read More
40 Russian diplomats and embassy staff to leave Romania amid strained ties
July 02, 2023 12:10 AM Romanian officials made the request on June 8, giving Moscow 30 days to comply. Read More