How the elite police STAR unit takes down a gunman and rescues hostages
The Singapore Police Force’s Special Tactics and Rescue (STAR) Unit is trained to handle armed assailants, hostage rescue operations and high-risk prisoner escorts.Read More
Childcare is broken in the US, work-from-home won’t fix it
April 30, 2023 3:00 PM Many parents had kids at home during working hours at the height of Covid-19. But they found this excruciating. Read More
EU risks unwanted return to old rules as it seeks new debt deal
April 30, 2023 1:40 PM The possible return to old debt rules would crimp the ability of some governments in the EU bloc to stimulate their economies. Read More
UN chief, envoys in key talks on Afghanistan crisis
April 30, 2023 1:20 PM The UN secretary-general is to give an update on a review of the world body’s critical relief operation in Afghanistan. Read More
Who’s coming to the coronation of King Charles III?
April 30, 2023 1:17 PM Here’s what we know about who is expected to be there and who’s not. Read More
Small reactor startups vie to push US into new nuclear era
April 30, 2023 1:00 PM There are no new projects underway for any traditional nuclear reactors in the United States. Read More
Sudan civil war would be ‘nightmare’ for world: Former PM
April 30, 2023 12:55 PM He said the conflict could deteriorate to one of the world’s worst civil wars if not stopped early. Read More
US President Biden attacks news outlets for ‘lies of conspiracy and malice’
April 30, 2023 12:40 PM Mr Biden made the remarks at the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Read More
US expects business engagement, ‘military enhancements’ from Philippines summit
April 30, 2023 12:30 PM Philippines president Ferdinand Marcos Jr is due in the United States on Sunday for a four-day visit. Read More
London’s coronation countdown: Travellers arrive, others flee
April 30, 2023 10:23 AM While some are excited to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, others said the fanfare is poorly timed. Read More