Protesters oppose Petrobras oil exploration plan at mouth of Amazon River
August 07, 2023 2:17 PM The protest was held outside the venue where heads of states will meet this week to discuss ways to protect the rainforest. Read More
US scientists achieve net energy gain for second time in fusion ignition breakthrough
August 07, 2023 2:08 PM The scientific breakthrough will pave the way for advancements in clean power development. Read More
New York drives towards first US congestion charge
August 07, 2023 1:54 PM The plan, similar to pricing long in place in London and Singapore, is slated to start next year. Read More
Climate change puts sovereigns at downgrade risk, study finds
August 07, 2023 1:42 PM China, India, the US and Canada could expect higher costs of borrowing under a climate-adjusted ratings system. Read More
E-commerce complaints jump by 54% in first half of 2023; airlines industry also sees spike
A new CaseTrust accreditation scheme for e-businesses will be launched in the coming months to protect consumers and provide a safer online shopping environment, said CASE president Melvin Yong.Read More
Niger closes airspace over ‘threat of intervention’ as junta defies deadline
August 07, 2023 12:41 PM The country’s democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown on July 26. Read More
Repeat offender gets jail for stealing 70 tins of milk powder that he sold for profit
The man stole about S$6,700 worth of milk powder from Sheng Siong and NTUC FairPrice stores.Read More
Google celebrates Singapore’s Bishan otter family with their own Google Doodle
The otters in this family were first spotted at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park in 2014.Read More
Eight months pregnant and arrested after false facial recognition match
August 07, 2023 11:26 AM Ms Woodruff had her iPhone seized and was held for 11 hours, questioned about a crime she had no knowledge of. Read More
Hail, dust and sand storms: Dubai hit by triple whammy
August 07, 2023 11:24 AM Dubai municipality reportedly received more than 100 emergency calls on Saturday. Read More