The UK government has stepped in to prevent the imminent closure of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant, now facing significant financial difficulties under its Chinese owners, Jingye. With thousands of jobs…
As the deadline for government funding looms, the Republican-controlled US House of Representatives is gearing up for a tense vote on legislation that aims to avert a partial government shutdown.…
SINGAPORE: Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean addressed the serious implications of the 2023 Bizfile incident, where full National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers were mistakenly displayed in search results. During…
A recent government review has revealed that there was no deliberate wrongdoing connected to the unmasking issue surrounding the National Registration Identity Card (NRIC). The findings were announced by a…
On 26 February 2024, Members of Parliament (MPs) engaged in an extensive debate regarding the Government’s Budget, focusing on the rising cost of living, the impact of the Goods and…
In a significant legal development, a US judge has ruled against a union’s request to temporarily halt the mass termination of federal employees on probationary status, further enabling President Donald…
The Singapore government has taken a firm stance against the New York Times (NYT) regarding misleading statements made in an opinion video featuring Li Shengwu, a Harvard professor and nephew…
LONDON — A public inquiry has been announced in Britain regarding the tragic murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance event in July 2023. This harrowing incident,…
SINGAPORE — As the nation gears up for its 14th general election, issues like the rising cost of living are taking centre stage. Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong recently addressed…
The Singaporean government has introduced the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, aimed at fortifying the country’s commitment to racial harmony through a series of new measures, including restraining orders and…
In a significant development within Singapore’s insurance sector, German insurer Allianz has officially withdrawn its bid to acquire a majority stake in Income Insurance, a move that has raised eyebrows…
In a gripping political saga, French President Emmanuel Macron finds himself scrambling to appoint a new prime minister after Michel Barnier’s government was ousted last week in a historic no-confidence…
As Syrians celebrate the sudden fall of Bashar al-Assad, a chilling air of uncertainty blankets the nation that has been under his iron-fisted rule for over five decades. Analysts suggest…
South Korea’s Government Embraces Memes: A Transformation in Engagement Government institutions in South Korea are shaking off their old, dull images and stepping into the spotlight with a wave of…
In a striking display of discontent, thousands of Georgians have gathered in Tbilisi for several nights of protests against the ruling party’s decision to postpone European Union membership talks until…
In a troubling turn of events, over 100 government employees across more than 30 agencies in Singapore have received threatening emails demanding monetary ransoms, according to the Ministry of Digital…
As tensions rise in French politics, a recent poll reveals that many citizens are dissatisfied with Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s proposed budget, leading to speculation about a potential government collapse.…
Singapore’s latest headlines cover a range of topics, from serious counter-terrorism exercises to local culture and community issues. Here’s a recap of the most talked-about stories this week. Counter-Terrorism Exercise…
The Singapore Government is gearing up to issue more Government securities, with a significant new limit set at S$1.515 trillion. This increase is part of a broader strategy to meet…
SINGAPORE — A significant shift is on the horizon for singles hoping to live near their parents. Starting mid-2025, the new Family Care Scheme (FCS) will grant priority access for…
SINGAPORE — In a recent exchange, Minister for Law and Home Affairs K. Shanmugam clarified the government’s position concerning the controversial decision to negate the Allianz-Income deal. This announcement was…
The long-standing debate surrounding the fate of 38 Oxley Road has intensified, following statements made by Mr Lee Hsien Yang, the son of Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew.…