Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 12, including three leaders of armed group
May 09, 2023 12:15 PM Israel’s military said it targeted 3 senior commanders of Islamic Jihad. Read More
PM Lee to attend ASEAN summit in Indonesia; leaders to discuss digital and green economies collaboration
ASEAN leaders are also expected to discuss international and regional developments, including the situation in Myanmar. Read More
Japan, South Korea to link radar systems to track North Korea missiles – source
May 09, 2023 11:50 AM TOKYO – Japanese and South Korean defence authorities are set to agree early next month to link their radars via a US system to share…
Singapore’s COVID-19 wave past its peak, cases fall to 3,000 per day: Ong Ye Kung
The proportion of seniors who have kept up to date with vaccinations is falling, says the Health Minister, warning this could weaken the population’s resilience to COVID-19.Read More
Iraq’s climate migrants flee parched land for crowded cities
May 09, 2023 11:30 AM Karbala, IRAQ – Haydar Mohamed once grew wheat and barley, but Iraq’s relentless drought has forced him off the land and into the city where…
US, UAE climate-friendly farming fund grows to $17 billion
May 09, 2023 10:50 AM The initiative aims make farming more environmentally friendly and resilient to climate change. Read More
‘Panic’ and shortages in parts of occupied Ukraine as Russian orders evacuation
May 09, 2023 10:14 AM Authorities in the Zaporizhzhia region issued evacuation orders citing intensified fighting. Read More
Commentary: Singapore’s SEA Games football results a reminder why Unleash the Roar is critical. But patience is waning
Singapore risks losing a generation of football fans if results continue to slide, says CNA’s Matthew Mohan.Read More
Ukraine shells Russia’s border region, says Belgorod governor
May 09, 2023 9:28 AM Ukraine has recently said destroying infrastructure is preparation for a planned ground assault. Read More