UK Minister for the Caribbean Chris Elmore ended a visit to Jamaica on Wednesday, pledging Britain’s support for the island’s long-term recovery, reconstruction and climate resilience after Hurricane Melissa. The visit comes after the UK provided £...

The University of the West Indies (UWI) has joined global communities in observing the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign, highlighting the urgent need to confront digital abuse and embed gender perspectives in disaster...

NEW YORK: United States Congresswoman Yvette Clarke has slammed military strikes against alleged drug boats off the coast of Venezuela and in the Pacific by the Trump Administration as unlawful and un-American. She has called on the administration...

Commuters travelling from Bedok and Kembangan MRT stations could face waiting times of up to 17 minutes during off-peak hours as planned works on the East-West Line (EWL) enter the final phase. This is because one platform at the two train stations will be closed for tests to be done on the newly fitted tracks linking the EWL to the new East Coast Integrated Depot, said Chia Choon Poh, group director of rail at the Land Transport Authority (LTA). «We need to retest the system to make sure that it is safe, reliable, and ready for passenger service,» he said on Friday (Dec 5). Since Nov 29, there has been no train service between Bedok and Tampines stations, as well as between Tanah Merah and Expo stations due to the track works which saw the removal and installation of several track segments. Shuttle bus services have been made available for commuters travelling between the closed stretches. 

A Singaporean man has made the news in Thailand after marrying a nurse from Kalasin province in Northeast Thailand. Their whirlwind romance reportedly involved him quitting his $12,000 a month job in Singapore to settle down in Thailand, with the wedding dowry of cash and gold valued at over $250,000, according to Kalasin News. The 32-year-old man, identified only as Jordan, told the news outlet that he'd met his wife, «Eve» Ratchadaporn, 29, at a cafe in Bangna district in Bangkok. They exchanged contact numbers and began texting on the Line messaging app, sparking a long-distance relationship. The pair decided to marry after dating for a year, with Jordan making the move to Thailand. Jordan, who speaks Thai, told the news outlet that he and his wife wanted to build a life for themselves in Thailand. He added that he'd taken on a job at a local company for half his original salary at a bank in Singapore — equivalent to about 300,000 baht (S$12,162). Jordan expressed that he appreciates the Thai culture where «you have to create whatever you want yourself». 

[Capital FM] Washington, D.C., Us -- President William Ruto has joined other world leaders in witnessing the signing of a historic peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo in Washington, D.C., United States.

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Minister of Education GuðmundurIngiKristinsson has decided to advertise the position of principal of Borgarholtsskóli as vacant, thereby allowing the current principal’s term to expire without extension — contrary to customary practice, unless special circumstances apply.

The Reform UK leader has been dogged by questions from the corporation about alleged schoolboy racism, which he denies.

Where is the Duchess of Sussex at the moment? High above the Pacific, making a last-gasp mercy dash to see her father?

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have brought Christmas cheer to the White House for all to see.

If there were ever any genuine doubt about the Princess of Wales 's star quality, her appearance at Wednesday's state banquet for the President of Germany knocked the naysayers for six.

European Broadcasting Union (EBU) members decided on Thursday not to call a vote on Israel's participation, amid protests over the way its government conducted its war in Gaza.

Born in Tokyo to a Japanese actress and a Japanese American U.S. Army soldier, he moved to the United States as a child and was trained early on in martial arts.

The Reform UK leader has been dogged by questions from the corporation about alleged schoolboy racism, which he denies.

Taxi rides between Singapore and Malaysia are set to become more convenient and accessible, as both countries will each increase their fleet of licensed cross-border taxis and allow passengers to be freely dropped off at their desired destinations. This comes after a meeting between Singapore's Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow and Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke at the 12th Singapore-Malaysia Leaders' Retreat on Wednesday (Dec 4). In a joint statement on Dec 5, both transport ministries said the ministers had acknowledged the demand for more convenient cross-border ride services and agreed to enhance the cross-border taxi scheme. Each country's quota for licensed cross-border taxis will be gradually raised from the current 200 to 500, subject to the implementation of safeguards against illegal domestic trips and insurance requirements. 

Minister of Parliament for Chua Chu Kang GRC Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim will be appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Social and Family Development on Jan 1, 2026.He had been set to take up the position on Feb 1, but his appointment has been brought forward as Zhulkarnain «has discharged his professional obligations earlier than initially scheduled», the Prime Minister's Office said on Friday (Dec 5).Zhulkarnain was a senior partner at law firm Dentons Rodyk, where he handled dispute cases and corporate and regulatory advisory matters.He made the decision to give up legal practice to join Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's Cabinet as a political office holder after the 2025 General Election in May.Singapore's code of conduct for ministers states that a minister who is a partner in a professional firm or other business must, cease to practise for remuneration or to play any part in the day-to-day management of the firm's affairs upon taking office.The two-term MP oversees the Keat Hong ward and is vice-chair of the South West Community Development Council and Chua Chu Kang Town Council. [[nid:718138]]

The National Environment Agency (NEA) has taken over 14,400 enforcement actions this year for smoking in prohibited areas, as of November 2025.Smoking is currently banned in more than 49,000 indoor and outdoor premises, with NEA enforcement officers patrolling hotspots.For instance, smoking is prohibited within five metres of bus stops to protect the public from second-hand smoke exposure.In response to queries by AsiaOne, a NEA spokesperson said: «We encourage smokers to be socially responsible when smoking in public places, and not to light up in smoking-prohibited places.»Friendly and timely reminders from family, friends and other members of the community can help to reinforce the right social behaviour and norms."Earlier this month, a man claimed he was fined $300 after leaving his extinguished cigarette butt on top of a rubbish bin. [[nid:725338]]esther.lam@asiaone.com 

The pilot, a member of the Air Force’s Thunderbirds aerobatics team, managed to safely eject Read Full Article at RT.com

Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands have said they will boycott the Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to participate Read Full Article at RT.com

As Trump pushes for a more Republican-friendly House map, more than half a dozen states are potential targets for mid-decade tweaks to congressional boundaries.

Le nouveau bureau de l'Assemblée nationale de la 5è République à peine mis place que des recours sont déjà sur la table du Président de l'assemblée nationale nouvellement élu. L'élection du 4e Secrétaire du bureau de la représentation nationale est contestée par certains députés . Le bureau de l'Assemblée nationale de la 5è République est mis en place depuis le 17 novembre dernier et des violations se font constater. Ce rendez-vous des nouveaux élus nationaux fait des mécontents qui, (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

US Vice President JD Vance stressed that the US administration has made «a lot of progress»

The European Union «needs to be independent or at least be ready to be strong in geopolitical developments,» Andrius Kubilius said

Trading in the ordinary shares of EduFocal Limited will resume on Friday, after the company submitted all outstanding financial statements, the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) announced Thursday. "The Jamaica Stock Exchange has lifted the...

The National Water Commission (NWC) is condemning what it describes as “rising incidents of illegal water connections and deliberate valve tampering” that are disrupting water supply in Alligator Pond in southern Manchester. It said some of the...

A 36-year-old chef has been charged following the discovery of a firearm and ammunition in a vehicle along Hanover Street in downtown Kingston last month. Police say the seizure occurred on Monday, November 17, after officers signaled the...

The Jamaican Government has paid tribute to “a most remarkable woman,” Ena Collymore-Woodstock, who died on Tuesday at the age of 108, calling her a trailblazer whose life of service broke barriers in both the military and law. Minister of...

The death toll from last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides in parts of Asia surged past 1,500 Thursday as rescue teams raced to reach survivors isolated by the disaster with hundreds of people still unaccounted for across the region....

The footage was shown on Capitol Hill, where Adm. Frank M. Bradley, who oversaw a deadly attack on alleged drug smugglers, faced a day of difficult questions about the operation.

Before a Virginia grand jury’s ruling Thursday, a judge had dismissed an earlier indictment after finding that the prosecutor had been unlawfully appointed.