SINGAPORE - The authorities are looking into a case of jobs offered on LinkedIn, supposedly by a branch of the Communist Party of China and its Communist Youth League. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told The Straits Times on Dec 24 that it is aware of the matter and that police reports have been received. Two job listings had been posted on the online platform on Dec 20 by an account that named itself the Communist Youth League of China. The Communist Youth League of China is the youth wing of the Communist Party of China. The listings were for a party branch secretary and deputy branch secretary for a supposed Ngee Ann Polytechnic branch of the youth league. The account that made the listings, and the listings themselves, have since been taken down. MHA warned that the Singapore Government will not tolerate the importation of the politics of other countries into the Republic. «Foreigners visiting, studying, working or living in Singapore should not carry out their political agendas or activities here. We will deal firmly with any individual or group found to be doing so,» it said.

SINGAPORE - Passengers who use ride-hailing apps Grab, Gojek, Tada and ComfortDelGro's CDG Zig will pay more per trip from 2025 when the four operators hike platform fees, a move they say is meant to cover costs arising from the upcoming Platform Workers Act. Grab, the largest ride-hailing firm here, will raise its platform fee by 20 cents from 70 cents to 90 cents per trip from Jan 1, 2025. In an e-mail announcement to its users on Dec 24, Grab said this increase in platform fee will account for contributions to its workers' Central Provident Fund (CPF) accounts, work injury compensation and other welfare initiatives. Similarly, Gojek will raise its platform fee by 30 cents to 50 cents per trip starting from Jan 1, 2025. This is up from the current 60 cents to $1 per trip. The operator, which announced this on its website, said the revised platform fee will range from 90 cents to $1.50 for every trip. ComfortDelGro, the largest taxi operator in Singapore, will follow suit and raise its platform fee by 30 cents to 50 cents, from a flat rate of 70 cents to a range of $1 to $1.20 based on distance travelled and travel time.

Today marks the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Celebrated for his effective governance, he played a crucial role in India's technological and infrastructural advancements. His leadership is remembered for the Pokhran nuclear tests, pushing for economic growth, and bolstering education. Vajpayee's deep cultural roots and literary contributions continue to inspire.

Delhi airport has issued an advisory warning of possible flight disruptions due to low visibility caused by fog. Non-CAT III compliant flights may experience delays or cancellations. The airport's CAT III-enabled runway allows safe landings in severe fog. Passengers should check with airlines for updated flight information. The IMD forecasts denser fog and warns of further visibility issues.

Bangladesh is awaiting a response from India regarding the extradition request for former PM Sheikh Hasina. The Foreign Affairs Ministry plans to issue a reminder if no reply is received soon. Meanwhile, Bangladesh's government clarified that controversial comments by interim govt aide Mahfuz Alam were his personal opinion and not the official stance.

Kingston Mayor Andrew Swaby has confirmed that the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation issued an order for work to stop on a development by a company for which Councillor for the Maxfield Division, Dennis Gordon,...

As Jamaicans prepare for a festive feast this Christmas, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to prioritise food safety to ensure a healthy and enjoyable holiday period. Director of Communications at the CAC, Latoya Halstead,...

Copenhagen will spend more than $1.5 billion militarizing the frozen landmass, which Donald Trump declared should be under US control Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU has failed to support Syria’s Christian community politically, says abbess Agnes Mariam de la Croix Read Full Article at RT.com

An M-class solar flare is forecast to cause a minor geomagnetic storm featuring polar lights on Wednesday Read Full Article at RT.com

A US Navy source claims that another F/A-18 jet was almost shot down by USS Gettysburg off the coast of Yemen Read Full Article at RT.com

A conversation took place between National Defense Minister Yasar Guler and US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin

A ten-minute-long solar flare classified as M4.7 was recorded in X-rays in sunspot group 3932

A number of tankers of the ships' owner Volgatransneft did not have a license for transporting dangerous cargoes in inland waters

Pascoal Ronda suggested that the opposition probably joined forces with Islamic terrorists

The accident posed no threat to nearby settlements

L'humoriste marseillais donne rendez-vous au public polynésien pour un nouveau spectacle de stand-up totalement inédit, les 28 et 29 mars prochains au Grand Théâtre de la Maison de la Culture.

Il est le premier tahitien à être entré dans le globe de la mort du cirque de Samoa. Kauilani a été repéré par le patron du cirque en personne alors qu’il participait à une compétition locale de motocross. Il nous raconte ses entraînements au sein de l’équipe du cirque et sa première représentation d’hier.

The Hanover Traffic Department is probing a vehicular collision that claimed the lives of two men on the Green Island main road in the parish on Monday night. The deceased men have been identified as 23-year-old Donavon Daley and 27-...

The 81-year-old congresswoman’s situation reanimated a debate about the health and mental acuity of aging elected officials, with many colleagues urging changes.

Taliban-controlled Afghan Defense Ministry condemned the attack, saying it violated international law and didn’t represent a solution to any issue

A First Nation in northern Ontario is challenging the selection of a nearby region as the site of a deep geological repository that will hold Canada's nuclear waste, arguing in a court filing that it should have had a say in the matter as the site falls «squarely» within its territory.

According to Karin Kneissl, Russia doesn’t want to trigger any nuclear war

According to the report, the plane crew had to perform several maneuvers to dodge it

He expressed hope that the US president-elect will be able to achieve a settlement of the conflict in Ukraine in a «relatively near term.»

The leaders are expected to discuss ways of expanding mutually beneficial cooperation within the CIS and EAEU

[ANGOP] Luanda -- Citizens of Luanda defend the combination of efforts and the adoption of more assertive measures between the Government and partners in order to avoid price speculation during the festive season.

[ANGOP] Lobito -- The National Chicken Consortium's target, for 2025, is to reach 10,000 tons of national production, ANGOP learned on Monday.

[ANGOP] Luanda -- The Angolan government has decreed a day off throughout the country on 24 and 31 December, dates before Christmas and New Year.

Commuters in the Kingston Metropolitan Transport Region (KMTR) can expect changes to several Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) routes during the holiday period. Extended hours will be provided up to midnight on Christmas Eve and 3:00 a.m. on New...

Detectives assigned to the St Elizabeth Police Division have charged two teens, a 13-year-old and a 17-year-old, with house breaking, larceny and malicious destruction of property. Reports from the Black River police are that about 7:00 a.m. on...