Netherlands to ban mobile phones from classrooms
July 05, 2023 3:55 AM Mobiles, tablets and smartwatches are getting in the way of students’ learning, say officials. Read More
Ukraine, Russia trade claims of imminent Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant attack
July 05, 2023 3:23 AM Kyiv reports “external objects similar to explosive devices” placed on the outer roof of the third and fourth reactors. Read More
White powder found at White House said to be cocaine
July 05, 2023 2:57 AM Its discovery led to the temporary closure of part of the presidential complex, as a security measure. Read More
Russia says drone attacks near Moscow ‘not possible’ without US, Nato help
July 05, 2023 2:41 AM Moscow reports downing five drones near the capital. Read More
On US Independence Day, Biden denounces ‘wave’ of shootings
July 05, 2023 1:48 AM He calls for stricter gun control measures. Read More
12 children among 38 wounded by Russian strike said to have targeted Ukraine funeral
July 05, 2023 12:40 AM People had gathered for the funeral of a soldier killed in combat near Bakhmut, in eastern Ukraine. Read More
Fund-raiser for police officer who shot French teen reflects divisions
July 04, 2023 11:47 PM Topping €1.4 million (S$2 million), it outstrips donations to his victim’s family and draws anger from a swathe of French society. Read More
French rail operator fined after train deliberately runs over cat named Neko
July 04, 2023 10:55 PM The cat escaped from its travel bag and disappeared under a high-speed train as it prepared to leave. Read More
Top UN rights body to confront Quran burning
July 04, 2023 10:20 PM The burning triggered a diplomatic backlash across the Muslim world. Read More