Actor-comedian Henry Thia is semi-retiring: ‘Taking this step is not easy’
The 72-year-old decided not to renew his contract with Mark Lee’s King Kong Media Production, which expired in March.Read More
White House directs NASA to create time standard for the moon
WASHINGTON – The White House on Tuesday directed NASA to establish a unified standard of time for the moon and other celestial bodies, as the United States aims to set…
Trump again invokes ‘bloodbath’ and dehumanises migrants in border remarks
His campaign appears to be trying to turn it into a catchphrase, essentially trolling critics. Read More
Trump again invokes ‘bloodbath’ and dehumanises migrants in border remarks
Trump’s campaign appears to be trying to turn “bloodbath” into a catchphrase, essentially trolling his critics and shifting the focus to his opponent in November’s elections, US President Joe Biden.…
Senegal President Faye appoints ally Sonko as prime minister
DAKAR – New Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Tuesday appointed firebrand politician and key backer Ousmane Sonko as prime minister in his first act as president. Read More
There’s a new eczema pill that offers quick and lasting relief – here’s what you need to know
Abrocitinib or Cibinqo (its brand name) targets moderate-to-severe eczema and is meant for patients whose condition is not adequately controlled using topical medications.Read More
NATO ministers mull 100 billion euro military fund for Ukraine
BRUSSELS – NATO foreign ministers meet on Wednesday to discuss how to put military support for Ukraine on a long-term footing, including a proposal for a 100 billion euro ($107…
Commentary: SG Bike exit offers a lesson on forming habits beyond bike-sharing
Cycling simply never became a habit nor the choice of travel for most, but that can change, say Samuel Chng and Sarah Chan from SUTD’s Lee Kuan Yew Centre for…
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, April 3, 2024
Biden, Xi speak in phone call to manage tensions as top US officials set to visit China US President Joe Biden and Xi Jinping spoke on April 2 in a…
Over 50,000 fled Haiti capital in three weeks, with politicians in deadlock
PORT-AU-PRINCE – More than 53,000 people fled Haiti’s capital in just three weeks of March as conflict between powerful armed gangs wreaked havoc for civilians, with the state largely absent…