Former U.S. congressman Will Hurd drops out of Republican presidential race
October 10, 2023 7:25 AM Former Texas congressman Will Hurd announced on Monday that he is dropping out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination and is endorsing former…
Russian nuclear test would send warning signal, prompt others to follow suit, say analysts
October 10, 2023 7:20 AM Some Western security analysts now see a growing likelihood of a Russian test. Read More
Hamas threatens to kill captives if Israel strikes civilians
October 10, 2023 7:11 AM JERUSALEM/ The Islamist militant Hamas movement threatened to execute an Israeli captive every time Israel bombs a Palestinian home without warning, as Israel called up…
Russian lawmakers given 10 days to study revoking nuclear test ban treaty ratification
October 10, 2023 7:10 AM A nuclear test by Russia could spark a new arms race. Read More
Hamas attack sparks renewed sense of unity among Israelis
October 10, 2023 7:05 AM Israel said it has called up 300,000 army reservists for its “Swords of Iron” campaign. Read More
Peruvian police rescue Malaysians, Taiwanese held by Taiwanese gang
October 10, 2023 6:50 AM The victims were forced to extort money from Malaysia and Taiwan while posing as police or justice officials. Read More
Commentary: What’s behind the housing crunch for foreign workers in Singapore?
Amid a shortage of dormitories, Singapore must strike a balance between improving foreign workers’ living conditions and keeping costs sustainable for businesses, says NUS Associate Professor Daniel Wong Hwee Boon.Read…
Commentary: How do we know if we’re offering the right mental health support for seniors?
Compared to younger cohorts, Singapore seniors are less likely to seek help for their mental health. NUS researchers weigh in on how we can ensure no senior is left behind.Read…
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 10
October 10, 2023 6:00 AM At least 11 American citizens killed in Israel, Biden says US President Joe Biden said on Monday that at least 11 American citizens were among…
Blocked paths and long walks for Tengah’s first residents amid construction in new town
New residents in Tengah say pedestrian paths are occasionally blocked and the estate’s only bus stop is too far.Read More