United States Acting Defence Secretary Patrick Shanahan urged allies and partners to invest in their sovereign future, as he reiterated America’s commitment to the Indo-Pacific region, which he said remains its “priority theatre”. “We are where we belong. We are investing in the region. We are investing in you, and with you. And we need […]
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Shangri-La Dialogue: Indo-Pacific is priority theatre for US, says Shanahan
The Indo-Pacific region is a “priority theatre” for the United States, where it will support partner nations against domination by any one nation, Acting US Defence Secretary Patrick Shanahan said yesterday as he presented the latest iteration of America’s geostrategic vision for the region. “I am here to affirm the US’ enduring commitment to the […]
SingPost taking steps to deliver better service
Singapore could be among the first in the world to roll out smart letterboxes nationwide, with features such as identity authentication for mail retrieval. It is one of the potential infrastructure upgrades that SingPost is discussing with government agencies to make receiving mail and parcels more convenient and efficient, said its Singapore head and chief […]
Singapore leaders send condolences to Yudhoyono
SINGAPORE • Singapore leaders have written to former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to offer their condolences on the passing of his wife, Mrs Ani Yudhoyono. Mrs Yudhoyono, 66, who had been treated for leukaemia at the National University Hospital since February this year, died yesterday. In her letter to Dr Yudhoyono, President Halimah Yacob […]
Changi adds second link to South Korea with flights to Busan
Changi Airport has plugged a gap in air services to South Korea as part of ongoing efforts to boost Singapore’s connectivity and air hub status. Almost 45 years after the first link between both countries was established with Singapore-Seoul services, a second destination has been added. On May 1, SilkAir started flying to Busan, South […]
Ani Yudhoyono, Indonesia’s former first lady, dies at 66
The wife of Indonesia’s sixth president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono died at the National University Hospital (NUH) yesterday. Mrs Ani Yudhoyono, 66, had been treated for leukaemia at the hospital since February this year soon after the diagnosis was revealed by Singaporean doctors. Democratic Party spokesman Imelda Sari said Mrs Yudhoyono died at 11.50am, surrounded by […]
Mobility scooter rider crashes into glass door at interchange
A woman on a personal mobility aid (PMA) crashed into a sliding glass door at Toa Payoh bus interchange yesterday morning, causing it to shatter and once again raising questions on their use in public places. In a video posted on SBS Transit’s Facebook page, the woman on a mobility scooter is seen hitting one […]
PM Lee sends condolences to Yudhoyono
Singapore leaders yesterday offered their condolences to former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on the death of his wife, Mrs Ani Yudhoyono, 66. She died yesterday at the National University Hospital, where she had been undergoing treatment for leukaemia since February this year. Mrs Yudhoyono had been a pillar of strength for her husband during […]
Shangri-La Dialogue: States that erode rules-based order a threat to region, says US
The greatest long-term threat to countries in the Indo-Pacific comes from those who seek to undermine the rules-based international order, Acting US Defence Secretary Patrick Shanahan said at the Shangri-La Dialogue yesterday, in an apparent reference to China. As he unveiled details of the US strategy in the region amid heightened tensions between his country […]
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte Says He ‘Cured’ Himself Of Being Gay
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Chinese State Media Cautions U.S. As Trade War Heats Up: ‘Don’t Say We Didn’t Warn You’
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EU Elections Cement Italy’s Matteo Salvini As A Hero Of Europe’s Far Right
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Israel Calls New Elections As Netanyahu Fails To Meet Coalition Deadline
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Women Of ‘Late Night’ Surrender Their Bodies In Scathing Abortion Ban Bit
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Breaks Down What ‘Horrifying’ Abortion Bans Are Really All About
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Thousands honor teen who died trying to stop Colorado school shooting
Kendrick Castillo’s friends and loved ones honored the 18-year-old’s character and the accomplishments of his short life.
Tucker Carlson Lavishes Praise On Late Fox News Boss Roger Ailes
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‘Welcome To Class, You F**king Idiots!’ Samantha Bee Has Sex Ed For Republicans
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Venezuelan government, opposition enter talks to end crisis
Envoys are headed to Norway, but progress is expected to be slow.
Acting FAA Chief Says Boeing Could Soon Submit Software Fix For 737 Max Planes
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Colbert Hits Below The Belt With Filthy Jokes Targeting Men Behind Abortion Ban
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Trump Pardons Pat Nolan, Ex-GOP Lawmaker Nabbed In FBI ‘Shrimpscam’ Sting
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Deadly Camp Fire Caused By PG&E’s Power Lines, Officials Say
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Pregnant Chicago woman found murdered; baby found alive
Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was strangled, authorities said. Police said her baby, who was in grave condition, had been “forcibly removed” from her mother’s body.
Trump pardons ex-media mogul Conrad Black, who served prison term for fraud
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Teen Suspects In Colorado School Shooting Formally Charged
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Trump Pardons Conrad Black, Former Media Mogul Convicted Of Fraud
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Historic LGBTQ sites may be designated NYC landmarks
The six sites include the Audre Lorde Residence in Staten Island and The LGBT Community Center in Manhattan’s West Village neighborhood.
Lawsuit accuses Gilead of propping up cost of lifesaving HIV drugs
The class action lawsuit alleges Gilead engaged in a “long-running scheme” to block generic competition of its HIV treatments.
Alabama governor signs controversial abortion ban bill into law
The bill, designed to challenge Roe v. Wade protections, makes it a felony for a doctor to perform or attempt an abortion during any stage of pregnancy.