Irish PM says Israel actions in Gaza resemble ‘something approaching revenge’
November 03, 2023 3:53 PM Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar on Friday described Israel’s actions in Gaza as “something approaching revenge”, in some of the strongest criticism of Israel by…
US and other rich nations are cutting climate aid, even as risks grow
November 03, 2023 3:47 PM The US posted one of the greatest reductions in climate adaptation aid of any country between 2020 and 2021, the UN says in a report.…
Anti-Semitic riot in Russia’s Dagestan leaves some local Jews shaken
November 03, 2023 3:28 PM DERBENT, Russia -There were few visitors to Derbent’s sprawling Jewish cemetery in Russian’s Muslim-majority Dagestan region on Thursday, but some of those laying flowers on…
New routes, old coaches: Europe’s night trains struggle to pick up speed
November 03, 2023 3:13 PM Sarah and Sonia pile out of a rain-smattered train at Berlin Central Station, surprised they feel so rested after sleeping on Europe’s newest night train…
Indonesian man swam to Singapore from Malaysia using inflated trash bag, gets jail and caning
Muhammad Izal swam to Pulau Ubin and rested for 30 minutes before resuming his swim to Changi Beach.Read More
Jurong Town Hall bus interchange to open on Nov 26, enhancing connectivity for Tengah residents
A new bus service, 870, will operate out of the new interchange, connecting residents in Tengah town to Jurong East town centre.Read More
Alaska Airlines sued over attempt by off-duty pilot to shut down engines
November 03, 2023 2:04 PM The lawsuit wanted a public explanation as to why the pilot was not subjected to pre-flight security screening. Read More
More lorries to have mandatory speed limiters; installation to start from Jan 1
The expansion covers lorries with a maximum laden weight between 3,501kg and 12,000kg (inclusive).Read More
US, allies try to craft Gaza endgame as deaths, destruction mount
November 03, 2023 1:03 PM As Israeli forces intensify their assault against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, diplomats in Washington, the United Nations, the Middle East and beyond have started…