Exiled Russian journalist describes ‘poisoning’ ordeal on German train
August 27, 2023 12:07 AM Despite the murders of four of her colleagues for their reporting, Russian journalist Elena Kostyuchenko never considered she had been poisoned when she fell ill…
Singapore ice skaters press on despite JCube rink closure; largest delegation sent to Asian Open
The athletes are still “hitting key development milestones and advancing through the national team pathway”, says the Singapore Ice Skating Association.Read More
Police urge vigilance against potential scams linked to Presidential Election
Think twice – scammers may impersonate government officials or election candidates. Read More
Three Ukrainian military pilots die in mid-air collision
August 26, 2023 10:25 PM Three Ukrainian pilots have died after two L-39 trainer aircraft collided in mid-air in central Ukraine, the country’s air force said in a statement on…
Singapore should have ‘mercy’ towards drug mules facing death penalty: Tan Kin Lian
The presidential hopeful also weighed in on the secrecy of Singapore’s reserves, Ridout Road rentals and whether Singapore’s President should be elected or appointed.Read More
Nine dead after fire in stationary train carriage in southern India
August 26, 2023 10:01 PM Nine people died on Saturday after a fire broke out in a stationary train carriage in the southern Indian city of Madurai, in Tamil Nadu…
Niger orders troops to go on ‘maximum alert’
August 26, 2023 8:36 PM The junta in Niger has ordered its armed forces to go on highest alert, citing an increased threat of attack, according to an internal document…
Nasa and SpaceX crew of four blast off to ISS
August 26, 2023 8:36 PM The capsule is expected to dock at around 8.50am ET on Sunday. Read More
British Museum chair says around 2,000 artefacts missing, some stolen items recovered
August 26, 2023 7:37 PM The museum said it had dismissed a staff member after artefacts were found to be “missing, stolen or damaged”. Read More