Ukraine reports new attack on grain silos but HK-flagged cargo ship sets sail
August 16, 2023 8:15 PM The Hong-Kong-flagged Joseph Schulte has been trapped in the port since the day before Russia invaded Ukraine. Read More
Singapore can play central role as Asia seeks climate financing solutions: Asian Development Bank regional director
There is a huge climate financing gap in Asia and globally, with estimates showing that as much as US$5 trillion is needed annually to achieve net zero emissions.Read More
Ukraine retakes key south-east village of Urozhaine from Russian forces
August 16, 2023 5:05 PM This advances Kyiv’s troops closer to the strategic Sea of Azov and their goal of cutting Russian occupying forces in half. Read More
Wife-sharing drug rapes: Man testifies that wife had affair with the first man he sent to ‘test’ her loyalty
The main culprit, J, testified for the prosecution against the last remaining man in the network of alleged rapes, describing how he first sent the man to “test” his wife’s…
Wildfires can have global impact and are set to intensify, experts say
August 16, 2023 4:46 PM Increasing number of extreme wildfires could exacerbate climate change and lead to yet more fires. Read More
H&M probes Myanmar factory abuses as pressure intensifies
August 16, 2023 4:45 PM Wage reduction and wage theft were the most frequently reported allegations. Read More
Clashes between rival factions in Libya capital kill 27, say medics
August 16, 2023 3:55 PM The clashes were between two militias that have vied for power since the overthrow of longtime dictator Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. Read More
Focus on your campaign and don’t lose your deposit, George Goh tells fellow presidential hopeful Tan Kin Lian
Emphasising that the presidential election is a “very serious matter”, Mr Goh said that no candidate should be telling another to step down.Read More
Social media app TweetDeck placed behind paywall
August 16, 2023 2:57 PM Users are required to pay for X’s blue checkmark verification for an annual fee of US$84 (S$114). Read More