Frustration grows inside EU as German infighting hurts block’s goals
February 23, 2024 9:01 PM BRUSSELS – Once considered a vital engine of the European Union, Germany is causing growing consternation in capitals across the bloc as disagreements in its…
Leong Mun Wai steps down as PSP chief over recent POFMA order; Hazel Poa takes over
The Progress Singapore Party says Mr Leong decided to step down as secretary-general to “take responsibility” for the recent POFMA correction direction issued against him.Read More
Biden announces new sanctions vs Russia two years into Ukraine war
February 23, 2024 7:46 PM U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday announced Washington would issue more than 500 new sanctions targeting Russia as the United States seeks to increase pressure…
Somalia will defend itself if Ethiopia seals ‘illegal’ port deal, president says
February 23, 2024 6:36 PM MOGADISHU – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said his country would “defend itself” if Ethiopia goes ahead with a deal to set up a naval…
Carousell suspends sale of Taylor Swift concert tickets to combat potential scams
The two weeks leading up to Taylor Swift’s Eras tour concerts are “prime” for scammers taking advantage of last-minute efforts to buy tickets, says Carousell.Read More
Sudan’s warring sides commit abuses, including strikes on fleeing civilians, UN report says
February 23, 2024 5:56 PM GENEVA – Both sides in Sudan’s civil war have committed abuses that may amount to war crimes including indiscriminate attacks on civilian sites like hospitals,…
Less optimism but ‘unbelievable’ resilience to repel Russians as war drags on: Ukrainian ambassador to Singapore
While Moscow’s brutal assault has taken a toll on civilians and devastated the economy, Ukrainians are as grimly determined as ever to soldier on and drive out the Russians, says…