Uganda provided support to M23 rebels in Congo, UN report says
PARIS – The Ugandan army has provided support to the M23 rebel group operating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a United Nations report seen by Reuters on Monday said,…
West Africa’s ECOWAS decries lack of progress with junta states
ABUJA – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) said it was disappointed with a lack of progress in reconciling with breakaway, junta-led Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger and…
Bar owner who raped 17-year-old runaway girl he was harbouring gets jail and caning
The victim took up a job serving customers and making drinks at Raj Kumar Bala’s bar in exchange for shelter, but was raped by the married man after the police…
French political leaders on how to find a government majority
PARIS – France will have a hung parliament after Sunday’s parliamentary election, making it necessary for political leaders to figure out a path forward and potentially form a governing coalition,…
Israeli tanks storm Gaza City districts, residents report heavy fire
CAIRO – Israeli forces pounded Gaza City early on Monday and columns of tanks advanced into the heart of the city from different directions in what residents said was one…
Musician Dick Lee celebrating 50 years in the industry with 2 shows this August
The two shows will be held at Capitol Theatre on Aug 23 and 24. Read More
Taiwanese rock band Mayday staging 2-night Singapore concert in January 2025 as part of 25th anniversary
The rock band, which comprises Monster, Ashin, Stone, Masa and Ming, recently performed in Singapore early this year.Read More
NATO will need 35-50 extra brigades under new defence plans, source says
WASHINGTON – NATO will need between 35 and 50 extra brigades to fully realise its new plans to defend against an attack from Russia, a military source told Reuters. Read…
Chinese scientists identify super moss able to ‘survive’ on Mars
The moss – Syntrichia Caninervis – can withstand extreme dryness, ultra-low temperatures and radiation. Read More