ASEAN must remain united to preserve regional peace: Singapore FM
The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Cebu, Philippines, highlighted ASEAN’s efforts to balance security concerns with economic priorities, as the bloc seeks to remain…
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‘No consensus for now’ within ASEAN to recognise Myanmar elections, says group’s chair
ASEAN does not recognise Myanmar's recent election due to a lack of consensus, but some members are "looking into the outcome."
For four days, a dog kept vigil over a boy lost on ill-fated Himalayan trek in India
Rescue workers would later say the dog appeared neither frantic nor aggressive, only fixed in its purpose. As the rescuers approached carefully, it barked, a final act of…
Thailand’s reformist Natthaphong is frontrunner ahead of February vote, polls show
The elections in February have settled into a three-way race between PM Anutin’s conservative Bhumjaithai Party, the former ruling Pheu Thai Party, and the reformist People’s…
British PM Starmer meets Chinese President Xi in bid to reset strained ties
Mr Starmer, whose centre-left Labour Party government has struggled to deliver the economic growth it promised, has made improving relations with China one of his priorities,…
How snark and tea-spilling communities call out Singapore’s influencers
Cheating scandals, overinflated claims of wealth, and out-of-touch language are just a few of the many concerns that occupy the users of r/SingaporeInfluencers, a Reddit forum…
‘Dry and strong winds may reignite peat fire’: After a week, firefighting continues in Malaysia’s haze-hit Johor
The fire, spanning 99 hectares, is difficult to extinguish due to underground smouldering, dry weather, and strong winds, with 52% reportedly under control.
Singapore to recognise medical degrees from 8 more overseas schools from Feb 1
In a joint statement on Jan 27, the Ministry of Health and Singapore Medical Council said the newly approved schools will help Singapore better meet the growing demand for doctors…
Singaporean boy, 14, who simulated ISIS terror attacks on Roblox issued restriction order
Radicalised online from age 12, he created pro-ISIS content. practised battle simulations, and simulated executions on games like Roblox, while concealing his views from…
Japan’s top university apologises over bribery scandal
Tokyo police last week arrested dermatology professor Shinichi Sato in connection with accepting expensive meals, visits to hostess clubs and even accepting sexual services at…