‘Quiet city’ on high alert: Gyeongju tightens security as APEC summit kicks off
The tightened security – and the rallies by anti-Trump and anti-Xi protesters – have led to some inconveniences for Gyeongju residents.
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The Big Question: Who will be Singapore’s next million-dollar athlete?
Golfer Shannon Tan reached $1 million in career earnings, joining a select group of Singaporean athletes achieving this financial milestone early in her career.
27 Singaporeans, 7 Malaysians wanted for suspected links to Cambodia scam ring
The 34 suspects are currently out of Singapore, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a statement on Oct 29, adding that it is working with its international counterparts to…
India in ‘wait-and-watch’ mode on US sanctions against Russian crude
India diversifies energy sources from Middle East and US amid sanctions, but rising crude prices could cause inflation and budget issues.
Vietnam steps up reclamation work on strategic reef in South China Sea in island-building efforts
The build-up may cause some friction with the Philippines, though this is likely to be contained. Analysts suggest Vietnam's actions are defensive, aimed at protecting its…
Countries have to see benefits of ASEAN power grid for wider adoption: expert
Frameworks addressing opportunities, funding, and regulatory clarity are crucial for attracting investment and managing risks in cross-border projects.
Amazon to cut 14,000 corporate jobs worldwide, Singapore may not be spared
Seattle-based Amazon has over 2,500 employees across cloud, corporate, retail, technology and operations functions in Singapore, which is also its Asia-Pacific headquarters.
How banana pudding started trending in Singapore
Banana pudding – famous for its unadulterated layers of cream, sugar, and general decadence – has somehow found purchase among Singapore's community of self-professed…
Trump-Xi summit might yield only short-lived detente: Analysts
Despite ongoing talks, structural contradictions and differing goals mean a lasting US-China agreement is unlikely.
Jakarta to soon ban sale of dog meat amid howls of protest from lovers of ‘Scooby-Doo’ dishes
But even before the ban is implemented, dog meat is already less easily found at restaurants and food stalls in Jakarta than before because of rising health concerns and social…