Chinese social media awash with praise for Russian President Putin
As the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalated, news of it dominated Chinese social media, with hundreds of millions of views for each hashtag.
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Shock in Asia following Russian invasion of Ukraine
Spiralling oil prices, volatility in markets, cyber security attacks and the likely consequences of sanctions on Russia, topped the list of worries.
Singapore flags concern to India over ban on Sea gaming app Free Fire: Sources
This was the first sign of diplomatic intervention after India's move spooked investors.
Singapore universities to launch new courses in green, digital subjects
Some of the new courses at NUS include a new full-time undergraduate programme known as the Bachelor of Engineering (Infrastructure and Project Management).
Ukraine’s envoy in S’pore dismisses Putin’s claims of a shared destiny
Ukraine's Ambassador to Singapore Kateryna Zelenko has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's claims of a shared destiny, in an interview with The Straits Times.
Tech salaries soar as US, Chinese firms compete for Singapore talent
Software engineers enjoyed the highest raises among various technical specialisations surveyed in a new report by tech talent platform NodeFlair and venture capital firm Quest…
Biden calls Putin’s actions in Ukraine an invasion, hits Russia with sanctions
The European Union, Germany and Britain also announced ways they will hit Russia financially as they fear a further incursion.
S’pore sees new high of over 26,000 Covid-19 cases; public urged to visit hospitals only for emergencies
To help spread out the patient load at private clinics, the operating hours of Public Health Preparedness Clinics (PHPCs) will be extended from Feb 25 to March 10.
10 children had serious side effects after Covid-19 jab: Health Sciences Authority
Serious side effects include seizures, appendicitis, drops in blood pressure, allergic reactions, abnormal kidney function and swelling of small blood vessels.
Myanmar junta argues genocide case cannot proceed
Monday's hearing was clouded by controversy over which should be the rightful party representing Myanmar amid the political crisis triggered by the military coup on Feb 1 last…