67 m. ago Singapore election: how ruling PAP scored landslide win, denying breakthrough for opposition

The People’s Action Party’s bigger 65.57 per cent vote share reflects Singaporeans’ economic fears, analysts say.

Politics

17 h. ago US Army helicopter disrupts flights at Washington airport, sparking safety concerns

Since the deadly crash between a commercial plane and army chopper in January, helicopters have been restricted from flying the same route.

Transport

20 h. ago Chinese hilltop painted white to mimic Mount Fuji sparks online laughter

Tourist site’s management describes hill as ‘volcano’, complete with staged ‘eruptions’ that release artificial pink smoke on weekends.

Events

21 h. ago Germany labels AfD party as ‘extremist’, sparking diplomatic feud with US

Berlin told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ‘this is democracy’ after he called the move ‘tyranny in disguise’.

Politics

28 h. ago Outside Influences: How Germany and China Are Trying to Impact the Conclave

Outside Influences: How Germany and China Are Trying to Impact the Conclave  National Catholic Register

Politics

30 h. ago European stocks in positive territory; Germany's DAX and France's CAC rise by more than 2%

European stocks in positive territory; Germany's DAX and France's CAC rise by more than 2%  CNBC

Politics

38 h. ago South Koreans frustrated with constant leadership churn: ‘I stopped caring’

The country faces a leadership vacuum as Education Minister Lee Ju-ho becomes acting president, sparking public unease.

Politics

39 h. ago China woman shares ‘reservoir guardian’ work videos, sparks lively discussions, envy online

During flood seasons, Ou must remain on standby around the clock to identify potential hazards, protect downstream communities.

Politics

53 h. ago Trump National Security Adviser Mike Waltz to exit post after Signal chat scandal

Mike Waltz leaving job to become new US ambassador to the United Nations as top diplomat Marco Rubio takes over NSC role in interim.

Politics

59 h. ago Beijing Hospital Scandal Sparks Debate About Pilot Medical Degree Program

Beijing Hospital Scandal Sparks Debate About Pilot Medical Degree Program  Caixin Global

Science

61 h. ago Fake Japanese police uniform, reportedly from China, sparks real

Concerns have arisen over images of a man wearing a realistic Japanese police uniform, suggesting a risk of impersonating an officer, which is illegal in Japan.

Events

64 h. ago Thai taxi driver filmed blocking ambulance before patient’s death sparks outrage

Dashcam footage of the incident in Phuket has reignited public anger over drivers ignoring emergency sirens.

Events

3 d. ago Trump says Canada PM Mark Carney to visit ‘within the next week’

The Liberal Party leader won Monday’s election after vowing to stand up to the US president’s threats to annex his country.

Politics

3 d. ago Expat talent in the picture as Xi Jinping visits Shanghai AI hub

Entrepreneur Hamza Boukili was among the welcoming party for Xi’s first inspection trip since the revival of the US-China tariff war.

Politics

3 d. ago Germany’s Merz to form government after coalition deal clears last hurdle

Friedrich Merz to take oath as Germany’s chancellor on Sunday after the SPD approved coalition deal.

Politics

4 d. ago David Perdue confirmed as Trump's top China diplomat after key Senate vote

David Perdue confirmed as Trump's top China diplomat after key Senate vote  Fox News

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4 d. ago Carney’s Liberals win Canadian election dominated by Trump, as Conservative’s Poilievre loses seat

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won Canada’s federal election, influenced by Trump’s threats, while his Conservative rival, Pierre Poilievre, lost his seat in Parliament.

Politics

5 d. ago Israel’s domestic security chief to step down on June 15, defusing battle with Netanyahu

Netanyahu moved to fire Shin Bet’s Ronen Bar last month over ‘crisis of confidence’ surrounding Hamas’ attacks, sparking uproar in Israel.

Events

5 d. ago Singapore election: PAP fields record female candidates in diversity push

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the move would ‘inject fresh energy’ into the party that’s aiming to connect with a changing electorate.

Politics

5 d. ago Vietnam’s To Lam makes ‘fast and furious’ move to cut bureaucracy in quest for lean ‘new era’

Communist Party Chief To Lam is reshaping bureaucracy by merging provinces, boosting efficiency and extending influence, sparking both optimism and concern.

Politics