British Museum sacks member of staff over missing and stolen items
August 17, 2023 1:45 AM One of the most visited museums in the world, it has launched a review of security as a result of the incident. Read More
US sanctions three entities over alleged arms deals between North Korea, Russia
August 17, 2023 1:30 AM Russia has increasingly been forced to turn to North Korea and other allies to sustain its war in Ukraine, says the US. Read More
Death toll rises to 25 in Dominican Republic explosion
August 17, 2023 12:47 AM Some of the wounded suffered burns on up to 40 per cent of their bodies, said local media. Read More
Pig kidney transplanted into human shows way to wider use
August 17, 2023 12:25 AM Body of a brain-dead man produced urine soon after receiving the genetically-modified transplant. Read More
Biden to visit wildfire-stricken Maui on Monday as wildfire toll tops 100
August 16, 2023 10:59 PM He has been criticised by the Republican opposition for what they characterised as a timid response to the tragedy. Read More
German cabinet OKs landmark bill over legal cannabis use
August 16, 2023 9:45 PM Many countries in Europe have already legalised cannabis for limited medicinal purposes. Read More
Indonesia aims to double per capita income, but economists say govt policies not helping everyone
August 16, 2023 9:00 PM Higher tax collections from Indonesia’s downstreaming policy has not trickled down enough to the grassroots, say economists. Read More
S$1 billion in properties, luxury cars and assets linked to money laundering probe; 10 foreigners arrested
Police conducted simultaneous raids on multiple locations across Singapore, including at Good Class Bungalows and condominiums.Read More
S$1 billion in property, luxury cars and assets seized in police probe; 10 foreigners arrested
Police conducted simultaneous raids on multiple locations across Singapore, including at Good Class Bungalows and condominiums.Read More