City-state's performance is closely watched as a barometer of global economic conditions.Story Published at: April 12, 2024 at 06:06AM
Singapore’s economy misses forecasts with 2.7 percent growth
Singapore ‘tightens screws’ on Myanmar generals with arms trade crackdown
The UN says Russia, China and India continue to send weapons to Myanmar even as the Singapore route is blocked.Story Published at: April 12, 2024 at 01:48AM
Vietnam’s micro-apartments are a godsend for the poor – and a deadly risk
An apartment block fire that killed 56 people last year has highlighted the dangers of Vietnam's tiny urban dwellings.Story Published at: April 12, 2024 at 01:11AM
Mexico calls on the International Court of Justice to expel Ecuador from UN
A complaint filed in the court on Thursday alleges violations of international law following a raid on Mexico's embassy.Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 08:57PM
What has allowed Israel operate an assassination policy for decades?
Sons and grandchildren of Hamas political leader killed in latest Israeli air attack in Gaza.Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 08:47PM
As US inflation ticks back up, it could impact the presidential election
The fight against inflation is far from over and could reduce the chances of interest rate cuts for this year.Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 05:18PM
OJ Simpson, former US football star acquitted of murder, dies aged 76
Simpson died this week after a battle with cancer, his family announced in a statement on social media.Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 03:58PM
Why are some countries decriminalising drugs?
Some say drug use should be a public health issue, not a criminal one. Is decriminalisation the answer?Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 01:53PM
Russia’s Angara A5 rocket blasts off into space after two aborted launches
Russia wants to use rocket's cargo capacities to deliver modules for a future rival to the International Space Station.Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 12:16PM
After a year of war in Sudan, what is the situation now?
Peacemaking efforts and attempts at ceasefire have all collapsed since fighting broke out in Khartoum last year. Story Published at: April 11, 2024 at 11:55AM