U.S. army reservist suspected in Lewiston, Maine, shootings found dead, likely suicide
October 28, 2023 6:16 PM LEWISTON, Maine – A U.S. Army reservist accused of spraying a bowling alley and bar with gunfire in Lewiston, Maine, killing 18 people, was found…
‘Anxiety’ racks Israeli hostage families as army assaults Gaza
October 28, 2023 5:56 PM The families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip have been racked with worry for their loved ones since the military stepped…
At least 25 dead after ArcelorMittal mine fire in Kazakhstan
October 28, 2023 5:26 PM At least 25 people have died in a mine fire in Kazakhstan, ArcelorMittal Temirtau, the local unit of the Luxembourg-based steelmaker which operates the mine,…
Singapore updates COVID-19 vaccine advisory, recommends new dose about a year after last shot
In anticipation of higher demand for the updated vaccines, the operating hours for all Joint Testing and Vaccination Centres will be extended on Saturdays from Nov 4 to Dec 2.Read…
EU can better support Ukraine by boosting ammunition supply, says Lithuania’s top diplomat
October 28, 2023 5:15 PM EU has sent only 297,000 out of 1 million artillery shells promised to Ukraine so far. Read More
Iranian teenager Armita Geravand dies after alleged confrontation: Media
October 28, 2023 4:00 PM Iran has denied that Ms Geravand was hurt after a confrontation on Oct 1 with officers. Read More
Moderate Jews across the world struggle for balance amid Israel-Hamas war
October 28, 2023 3:40 PM Divisions run deep within the Jewish community and anger is brewing in Muslim communities on both sides of the Atlantic. Read More
As Palestinians scrounge for food and water, Hamas sits on a rich trove of supplies
October 28, 2023 3:36 PM Hamas’ stockpiles are typically kept underground, according to Arab and Western officials, who the supply situation. Read More
PM Lee Hsien Loong sends condolences over death of former China premier Li Keqiang
Singapore’s Prime Minister paid tribute to the late Mr Li Keqiang, saying he was a “statesman who served his country with great dedication”.Read More
Has China softened stance? Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s US trip sets stage for Biden-Xi meet at Apec
October 28, 2023 1:22 PM President Xi Jinping last visited the US about six years ago at the invitation of then President Donald Trump. Read More