PM Lee Covid-19 positive for the first time, says he is ‘generally feeling OK’
He added that his doctors advised him to self-isolate until he is asymptomatic.
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18-year-old Taiwan heir found dead hours after marrying man he just met; mum alleges he was killed
The death was brought to light by Taiwanese media when the 18-year-old student’s mother surnamed Chen, accompanied by her lawyer, held a press conference.
Life expectancy of Singapore population rose in last decade but fell during Covid-19
The fall in life expectancy in 2021 – the first since such figures were made available more than 60 years ago – was due to higher mortality rates resulting from Covid-19.
Singapore climber missing on Mount Everest: Why is the journey to the summit so dangerous?
At least 10 climbers have lost their lives so far in this climbing season on Mount Everest and at least two, including a Singaporean, have been reported missing.
Riding on G-7 success, Japan PM Fumio Kishida eyes early election
Although Mr Kishida said on May 21 he was not thinking of dissolving Parliament now, experts feel he may not be able to resist as favourable conditions stack up.
Taiwan excluded from WHO annual assembly following Chinese opposition
Taiwan condemned the WHO decision, saying it was “contemptible” of China to block its participation in global bodies and that Beijing had no right to speak for the island.
Thai coalition seals deal, pledges to rewrite Constitution and recognise same-sex marriage
The goals were among 23 outlined in a deal drawn up after negotiations led by the Move Forward Party, which won the most seats in the election.
Beijing chides hosts Japan and ‘anti-China’ G-7 summit
Despite Beijing’s reaction, US President Joe Biden said he expected a thaw in frosty relations with China “very shortly”.
Call for uniform air quality indicator in Asean ahead of transboundary talks
This comes as Singapore gets ready to host talks with Asean members in June to develop a second road map for transboundary haze cooperation.
S’poreans find ways to beat the heat by splurging on air-cons and buying Slurpees
The unpleasant weather has led to spikes in sales of products that help keep temperatures down.