US asks Israel to narrow zone of combat in any southern Gaza attack
November 30, 2023 7:26 AM The United States is urging Israel to narrow the zone of combat and clarify where Palestinian civilians can seek safety during any Israeli operation in…
In pictures: ZoukOut Singapore over the years, from its first edition back in 2000
The iconic music and dance festival is celebrating its 20th edition in 2023. Here’s a look at how ZoukOut has evolved over the years, starting with its inception in 2000.Read…
US top diplomat Blinken visits Israel to discuss Gaza truce, aid
November 30, 2023 7:19 AM Mr Blinken is also expected to visit the occupied West Bank, where he will likely meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. Read More
Ottawa, Google reach ‘historic’ deal to support Canadian media
November 30, 2023 7:05 AM There was a framework to establish regular payments by Google to help Canadian media. Read More
Blankets, medical supplies, water filters: RSAF aircraft deployed with urgent aid for civilians in Gaza
Singaporeans have so far contributed a total of more than S$7 million in cash and in-kind donations to support relief efforts in Gaza.Read More
UN commission to investigate Hamas sexual violence, appeal for evidence
November 30, 2023 6:46 AM A U.N. commission of inquiry investigating war crimes on both sides of the Israel-Hamas conflict will focus on sexual violence by Hamas in the Oct.…
Russia says it takes Ukrainian village, Ukraine notes increased Russian activity
November 30, 2023 6:11 AM Russia’s military said on Wednesday that its forces had captured a village in a contested area of eastern Ukraine, while Ukrainian officials offered no comment…
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Nov 30
November 30, 2023 6:00 AM A selection of news stories that happened overnight, Nov 30, 2023. Read More
Commentary: Singapore’s dengue problem won’t go away without a vaccine
There have been big outbreaks of dengue every year since 2019 in Singapore. Our success in controlling the number of Aedes mosquitoes is no longer sufficient, says Duke-NUS Medical School’s…
Senior aide to Republican presidential candidate Ramaswamy quits to join Trump
November 30, 2023 5:46 AM A senior aide to Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has resigned and joined former President Donald Trump’s White House campaign, a Ramaswamy spokesperson said on…