In a more volatile and contested environment today, countries like Singapore and Vietnam — that have benefited from an open and rules-based international order — will need to ensure the quality and capability of its Government, said Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing.«Our view is that the quality and capability of Government will increasingly distinguish successful nations from the rest,» said Chan in his opening remarks at the inaugural Singapore-Vietnam Strategic Dialogue on Tuesday (Aug 25). The high-level strategic platform was formalised through an exchange of memorandum of understanding on cooperation during Vietnam President To Lam's state visit in May.

The Israeli leader offered no evidence or specifics as his coalition trails in polls ahead of October’s election Read Full Article at RT.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked ten years of the Unified Payments Interface, a transformative digital payment system that has reshaped financial transactions in India. UPI facilitates seamless bank-to-bank transfers via mobile, showcasing the country's commitment to digital finance. Citizens are urged to recount their journeys with the platform, celebrating its remarkable impact on everyday transactions.

Karen Solomon, 58, fled her Massachusetts home after police issued a warrant for her arrest in connection with the death of her husband, Kurt Solomon, 57.

A trove of data covering the Kremlin's secrets and tactics will be shared as part of a landmark military agreement.

Yorkshireman Bradley Townsend, 33, died in combat after leaving his hometown of Barnsley to enlist in Putin's war.

A Calgary courtroom was completely silent Monday but for the subdued voice of a prosecutor as she read aloud chilling and depraved text messages between two men who plotted to lure, confine and rape women so they could film their crimes and make money from the videos.

Alex Garneau was an athlete, coach and volunteer involved in many sports throughout Prince George, B.C.. The mother of two was killed when a plane made an emergency landing on a busy road, hitting her vehicle and three others. The investigation is ongoing.

Jed York, who is worth $500 million, was arrested in East Palestine on suspicion of engaging in prostitution at 9:35am on Sunday. He was released after posting a $5,000 bond.

The black and white robot appeared at the World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) in Beijing on Monday; however, did not take home gold.

Welcome to Holiday Camp UK. For the 800 guests enjoying the luxury sports facilities, this place is unbeatable. On a visit to the camp in Wethersfield, I saw that residents want for practically nothing.

The stark new figures have fuelled concerns about growing reliance on the drugs and long waiting lists for alternative treatments.

Viral videos caught Melania Trump and Donald Trump engaged in an 'intense' conversation at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in DC on Sunday, as close aide Natalie Harp lurked just behind them.

Dutch public broadcaster Avrotros has announced it will no longer participate in Eurovision, accusing the contest of losing its neutrality Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK will initially use the data to support the defense and national security of both countries

The trade embargo, which was due to expire on September 14, has thus been extended through September 14, 2027

Chinese Embassy Spokesman Liu Chang stressed that Beijing will protect Chinese businesses’ legitimate and lawful rights and interests

Nikolay Azarov noted that if elections were held under Ukraine's current political conditions, manipulation and fraud would allow representatives of the existing regime to come to power again

Rescuers landed at the thermal springs and have now set off on foot toward the location where the containers were found

Kiev has descended into repression at home and “outright terror” against Russian civilians, Moscow’s UN envoy Vassily Nebenzia has said Read Full Article at RT.com

They may look like aunties you see in Chinatown, but they certainly don't move like them.A video of a dance troupe has gone viral after they were seen dancing with vigour inside a restaurant in Chinatown, according to a TikTok video uploaded by user Miaomiaoer422 on Sunday (Aug 23).The video has since garnered over 460,000 views and more than 20,200 likes as at Monday evening.The dance troupe, known as Fulan Dance Troupe (transliteration) from China, is led by Instagram user Superjohnnybaby, 8world reported on Monday.In the video, a group of five dressed in Nyonya outfits can be seen performing in front of a camera, between the aisles of restaurant seats in Gunkee Claypot.Beginning with a quick whip of their hair, the five then raise their right legs, kicking forward and pumping their arms in circles around them.Superjohnnybaby can be seen taking the lead, standing in front of the five performers.Spinning around, they push their backs out, before turning around and resuming the kicks again.They move out of the restaurant, cross the street while sashaying and skipping, ending the dance as they reach the opposite side.

Unhappy that her 60-year-old boyfriend did not spend more time with her, a 28-year-old woman filed a police report falsely accusing him of assaulting and stealing $400 from her.On Friday (Aug 21), Tang Peisi (transliteration) was sentenced to four days in jail after pleading guilty to one charge of filing a false police report, reported Shin Min Daily News.According to court proceedings, Tang and her boyfriend, Hong Ya Rui (transliteration), had been in a relationship for some time.Then, Hong was working as a bus driver and regularly travelled from Malaysia to Singapore for work.The incident occurred on Oct 6, 2024, when Tang waited at the Hougang interchange to have lunch with Hong, who arrived at around 2.25pm after being delayed by rain.After lunch, Hong prepared to leave for work, but Tang, unhappy that he could not spend more time with her, grabbed his uniform in an attempt to stop him from leaving.

The UK is at the centre of the salmonella outbreak, recording more cases than any of the other six countries affected.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to cut electricity to the US if President Trump continues to escalate his trade war with Canada Read Full Article at RT.com

«Americans know that no one buys their bombast,» Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said

The country's government had planned in advance how to counter US sanctions

Serbian emergency specialists noted the high efficiency of Russian aerial operations

Vasily Nebenzya noted that these countries «watched with delight and eager anticipation,» looking forward to Russia's «strategic defeat»