Browsing Category
World
US Approves $174.37m Military Sales to Morocco for Defense Enhancements
The first deal, valued at $86 million, includes 500 GBU-39B Small Diameter Bombs (SDB I), two GBU-39 (T-1)/B inert practice bombs, and related equipment. Manufactured by Boeing, the…
Thailand Launches Global E-Visa System Starting January 1, 2025
Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the introduction of a global e-visa system, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The initiative, operating under the slogan "Apply,…
US Senate Approves Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown
The United States Senate early Saturday passed a bipartisan spending bill to avert a government shutdown, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden for final approval.
The bill…
Saudi Doctor in Custody After Deadly Car Attack at German Christmas Market
At least two people, including a child, were killed and several others injured when a car plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday evening.
The suspect,…
US Pledges $200M in Additional Humanitarian Aid for Sudan
The United States has announced an additional $200 million in humanitarian assistance for Sudan, addressing the dire needs of civilians affected by the ongoing conflict. The aid package,…
St Joseph’s Church Strengthens Safety Measures After Priest Stabbing Incident
St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah is ramping up its emergency preparedness and psychological support efforts following the stabbing of a priest during a children’s mass on November 9.
…
CEO Murder Suspect Luigi Mangione Faces Possible Death Penalty
Luigi Mangione, 26, the primary suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been extradited from Pennsylvania to New York to face charges. In addition to the state…
Putin Open to Ukraine Talks with Trump, Signals No Preconditions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to compromise on the Ukraine conflict in potential discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Speaking during his annual…
Nine Killed in Central Taiwan Food Processing Building Fire
Nine people have been confirmed dead after a massive fire engulfed a food-processing building under construction in Taichung, central Taiwan, authorities have reported.
Videos…
Russian Oil Refinery Hit by Ukrainian Airstrike in Rostov Region
A fire broke out at the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia's southern Rostov region following an alleged Ukrainian airstrike overnight, Russian authorities reported on Thursday.
…