Commentary: Making eldercare leave mandatory will be helpful, but it’s just the tip of the iceberg in helping caregivers
Amid an ageing society, will having more parental care or eldercare leave help? Community aged-care physician Dr Ng Wai Chong weighs in.Read More
Man arrested outside Buckingham Palace, police conduct controlled explosion
May 03, 2023 5:35 AM Arrest comes just days ahead of King Charles’ coronation ceremony. Read More
As counteroffensive looms, Ukraine vows not to give up Bakhmut
May 03, 2023 5:01 AM Ukrainian deputy defence minister Hanna Malyar says control of some parts of Bakhmut is changing hands. Read More
Blast causes another freight train to derail in Russia region near Ukraine
May 03, 2023 4:42 AM It is the second such incident in as many days, amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Read More
Biden will talk budget, but won’t negotiate US debt ceiling, in Congress meeting
May 03, 2023 4:20 AM Republicans and Democrats are locked in a standoff over spending as the risk of a default looms. Read More
Biden, Harris planning first 2024 fund-raisers as soon as next week
May 03, 2023 3:58 AM A reception and dinner could take place in New York City on May 10 for Mr Biden. Read More
Royal superfans camp out ahead of coronation
May 03, 2023 3:40 AM Tents and chairs are parked along London’s Mall, as royal watchers “book” prime viewing spots days ahead of the May 6 event. Read More
Democrats push for US Supreme Court ethics code
May 03, 2023 3:26 AM Justices have been accused of accepting lavish gifts and benefiting from undisclosed real estate transactions. Read More
EU targets one million shells a year as Ukraine saps ammo
May 03, 2023 3:04 AM EU is scrambling to arm Ukraine and refill its own stocks. Read More
E. Jean Carroll called minutes after Trump allegedly raped her, friend testifies
May 03, 2023 2:20 AM Author Lisa Birnbach told the court she was asked by Ms Carroll to never tell anyone about the incident. Read More