The US is keeping the EU “in the dark” regarding its peace roadmap for Ukraine, Politico has reported, citing an unnamed EU diplomat Read Full Article at RT.com

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has predicted “extremely negative” consequences for Ukraine from the unfolding corruption scandal Read Full Article at RT.com

India is reportedly preparing a proposal to Rosoboronexport to replenish its arsenal for the Russian surface-to-air missile system Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK plans to sell embassies and diplomatic housing abroad and cut staff to reduce costs, Politico has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Singapore's separation from Malaysia on Aug 9, 1965 — long viewed as abrupt and involuntary, and marked by the late Lee Kuan Yew's iconic and emotional television address — has since been recast as more nuanced in recent years. Following Mr Lee's 1998 memoirs The Singapore Story and former deputy prime minister Goh Keng Swee's 2007 biography, the circumstances surrounding Singapore's independence has gradually been reinterpreted over the years. A string of newly declassified documents, including Cabinet papers and handwritten notes by Dr Goh, known as the Albatross File, are the topic of a permanent exhibition that will open to the public on Dec 8 at the National Library Building. AsiaOne got a first glimpse of the exhibition on Wednesday (Nov 26) and spoke to Executive Creative Director Gene Tan, who shed some light into the process of putting it all together. Centred around the theme of «Feel History», Tan shared that he wanted the exhibition to be akin to an experience — «something that a person takes away». 

The Singapore Sports Hub is now officially The Kallang — in a brand refresh which includes plans for a revamped mall with new alfresco food and beverage establishments.The move comes nearly three years after the Government took over ownership and management of the facility from a private consortium.In a media statement on Friday (Nov 28), The Kallang’s operator Kallang Alive Sport Management — which has changed its name to The Kallang Group — said that the brand refresh honours Singapore’s sporting heritage.«It embraces our collective memories while strengthening our belief that sport, entertainment, lifestyle and community form the pillars of a dynamic ecosystem,» it said.Beyond the name change, the group announced that the existing Kallang Wave Mall will undergo a three-year facelift, which they said will «elevate the experience of everyone stepping into The Kallang».These include new alfresco food and beverage establishments, play areas for children and padel courts.The revamp to the mall will start in phases from the second quarter of next year, with its completion slated for 2028, and will remain operational throughout.

Twelve migrant workers were arrested on Thursday (Nov 27) at a Woodlands dormitory for suspected drug-related offences. In a statement on Friday (Nov 28), the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), which conducted the raid, said that the men — 11 Bangladeshis and a Myanmar national — are aged between 23 and 40 years old.A 34-year-old Bangladeshi, was arrested for suspected drug trafficking and drug consumption offences.The four-hour operation involved officers from the Singapore Police Force, Ministry of Manpower, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority and Health Sciences Authority.Superintendent Xanthus Tong, deputy commanding officer of CNB’s J Division, said that the operation is part of the bureau’s law enforcement efforts against drug abuse and trafficking, as well as other criminal and illicit activities.«Drugs have no place in Singapore, be it in the community, workplace or residential premises. Our enforcement efforts are geared towards early detection and intervention,» he said, adding that early detection allows risks from drug abuse or illicit activities to be addressed «quickly» and prevent the spread.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar for breakfast following a directive from the party high command to discuss the ongoing «power tussle» over the chief ministerial post. This meeting comes as the Congress government reaches its halfway mark, with reports of Shivakumar's faction pushing for a leadership transition.

Karnataka finds itself engulfed in a tumultuous political crisis as tensions rise between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. This escalating feud evokes memories of previous leadership battles in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, where indecisive moves from the Congress high command contributed to electoral failures.

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Veteran Congress leader M Veerappa Moily has criticized the party's high command for the ongoing leadership crisis in Karnataka. He emphasized the need for discipline within the party, stating that leadership representatives should have anticipated the current political turmoil. Moily refrained from commenting on specific leadership changes, focusing instead on the immediate requirement for party discipline.

Punjab Cabinet approved empanelment of 300 doctors across 12 specialties to boost healthcare. This move aims to enhance specialist availability and improve secondary healthcare quality in government facilities. Specialists will receive fees per patient, with incentives for night duties. A proposal for border area incentives for government doctors and teachers is also underway.

India's economy surged by 8.2% in the July-September quarter, marking a six-quarter high. Prime Minister Modi attributed this robust growth to the «hard work and enterprise» of Indians and the government's pro-growth policies. Finance Minister Sitharaman highlighted sustained economic momentum driven by reforms and fiscal consolidation, reinforcing India's position as the world's fastest-growing major economy.

Amid Karnataka's leadership crisis, the BJP suggests the Congress might opt for a «dark horse» CM, bypassing Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar due to their «egoistic attitude.» Speculation also mounts over party chief Mallikarjun Kharge potentially being considered for the top post, a move supported by some state leaders.

Plans are underway to expand NATO’s fuel storage facility in Helguvík, including construction of a new 390-metre quay and storage tanks for 25,000 cubic metres of marine fuel.

The National Guard shooting suspect now faces a charge of murder in the first degree, following the death of Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.

A 76-year-old male tourist has plunged from a cruise ship north of the Canary Islands, sparking a search mission. The passenger was described as being from the British Isles by the Spanish coastguard.

Russia has confirmed that it received the “main parameters” of the amended Ukraine peace plan following talks in Geneva Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Ambassador to Belgium Denis Gonchar has accused European NATO members of terrorizing their people into supporting a war with Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

Teresa Ribera has blasted the US over demands to water down its digital regulation Read Full Article at RT.com

African democracy should reflect the continent’s own cultures and traditions, not Western models, Moussa Ibrahim has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Poland’s deputy PM has acknowledged that corruption in Kiev is making ongoing negotiations more difficult Read Full Article at RT.com

That Monday morning couldn't have started out more perfectly. After waking to glorious autumn sunshine, my husband Charlie and I walked our eldest children to the bus stop to wave them off.

In interviews, former state and federal judges describe the consequences when the rule of law begins to falter, warning that democracy’s guardrails may already be weakened.

Flight rules altered in October by the Secret Service route planes over the Palm Beach homes of millionaires and billionaires, even when President Donald Trump is not there.

The president said he would halt migration “from all Third World Countries” in social media posts following the death of National Guard member Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.

[allAfrica] Accra, Ghana -- Africa has the world's youngest population. More than 60% of its 1.4 billion people are under the age of 25. By 2055, the global population is expected to reach 10 billion. Most of that growth, 95%, will happen in low-and middle-income countries. Africa alone will account for 57%. By 2050, over 60% of Africans will still be under 25, and the continent will hold the largest share of the global workforce, with 22 million young people entering the job market each year.

While it’s not always easy to shop with workers rights, animal welfare and the environment in mind, a University of Guelph professor says many customers want to support products made in Canada, with fair labour, or using environmentally-friendly practices.

Technically, the rotating Canada Post strikes are over. But can Canadians trust the corporation to get their Christmas cards and packages delivered on time? Here's what to know.

Guilbeault's resignation — the rare cabinet resignation due to a disagreement over government policy — both adds to and underlines the test of national and political leadership that Mark Carney signed up for when he put his signature on that memorandum.

Federal public servants are being threatened with legal action if they don’t repay money they were mistakenly overpaid during the error-plagued rollout of the Phoenix pay system nearly a decade ago, Radio-Canada has learned.

The fifth estate investigates misconceptions and allegations fuelling conflict in Canada’s largest lobster fishery, where Mi’kmaw fishers face broad opposition when exercising treaty rights.

Viktor Orban thanked Putin for the opportunity to hold talks in Moscow and noted that this was his 14th meeting with the Russian leader as prime minister

The experts also noted Russia's clear numerical superiority in ground forces, with approximately 950,000 troops compared to Europe's 750,000