From cosy home parties to a $20k themed celebration, kids’ birthday bashes are back with a bang
Party planners say bookings for such events are back to pre-Covid-19 levels, with some kids' attractions also receiving bookings for big parties.
Japan wary of provocations amid intrusions by Chinese, Russian vessels
Although no coordination between China and Russia has been confirmed, their vessels have been spotted sailing around Japan on similar routes since mid-June.
Pressure mounts on Malaysian PM to call elections soon
He has clearly sensed the growing impatience among some senior Umno members with their vice-president.
India outpaces China in aid to crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka, strategically located in the Indian Ocean, has been at the centre of a jostle for influence between India and China for some years now.
South Korea seeks to reinvigorate economic ties with Latin America
South Korea has signed a Strategic Economic Complementation Agreement with Mexico and Ecuador, respectively.
Former PM Imran threatens to ‘reveal everything’ if harassment of PTI workers, journalists continues
Speaking via video message, Imran said he was "silent" despite knowing everything about "who did what" to force his ouster.
Bongbong Marcos’ commitment to human rights will be tested: Veteran lawmaker
Marcos has faced criticism from human rights groups particularly due to the accusations of rights violations leveled against his father, former president Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
Ukraine arms spreading to Middle East, black market
The Russian Defence Minister claimed Ukraine had received more than 28,000 tonnes of military cargo so far, and some of the Western weapons were appearing in the Middle East.
American company Yum Brands close to selling KFC business in Russia
Western companies leaving Russia have sped in recent weeks as Moscow advances a new law that would allow them to seize assets and impose criminal penalties on foreign firms.
12,784 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore, highest since March 22
Recorded on July 5, it also exceeded the 11,504 cases recorded the previous Tuesday (June 28), which had been the highest daily number since March 22.