Singapore introduced legislation on Tuesday (Jan 7) to safeguard clans and business associations linked to racial groups against foreign interference. If passed, the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill will allow a «competent authority» to designate such organisations as «race-based entities». The organisations would then have to disclose foreign and anonymous donations, foreign affiliations and their leadership composition. The government can also impose a restraining order to stop an entity from accepting donations from a foreign principal, prohibit anonymous donations or require the entity to return or dispose of donations. In a media statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs said: «Singapore is vulnerable to external actors exerting malicious foreign influence to exploit race or undermine our racial harmony, to achieve their agenda. Organisations that promote the interests of a racial group or sub-group are potential entry points for such influence.»

A 29-year-old construction worker died in hospital after being hit by a concrete pump hose at a worksite in Tengah last Thursday (Jan 2). The incident occurred at around 8.40pm at the construction site for Plantation Edge I and II, a Build-To-Order (BTO) project by the Housing Development Board (HDB). In response to AsiaOne's queries, Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said that the Indian construction worker was carrying out casting works using a concrete pump truck when one of the truck's four outriggers punctured through the concrete ground it was sitting on. Outriggers are used to provide stability in construction equipment.  The machine subsequently tilted and the worker was struck by the pump hose. MOM said they are currently investigating the incident, and that «there must be no compromises on workplace safety at all times.» Construction firm in contact with victim's family Speaking to AsiaOne, HDB said that the worker was conveyed to Gleneagles Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Feeling uneasy after noticing a neighbour standing outside her home, a MacPherson resident decided to made a U-turn towards the lift. But the 82-year-old woman was chased down by the male neighbour instead, who attacked her in the lift of Block 62 Circuit Road at about 12.30pm on Sunday (Jan 5), reported 8world. Tearfully recounting the incident to 8world, the woman's daughter, surnamed Wu, said her mother was kicked in the chest and then to the ground, and her head had hit the floor. «My mum kept shouting for help, but no one dared to approach,» added the hairdresser.  CCTV footage show the man running after the elderly woman and into the lift, with the latter's shrieks captured in the video. The elderly woman managed to escape to the first floor, where other residents called the police and ambulance for help. Wu said her mother suffered multiple injuries from the assault. She vomited in hospital and experienced palpitations and was placed under observation. She told Lianhe Zaobao that she and her mother are currently renting the MacPherson flat and had moved in last July.

Pierre Poilievre also claimed that in the future he intends to ensure the complete security of Canada's borders

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Wang Yi emphasized that Beijing's commitment to developing relations and promoting cooperation with African countries «is not weakening, but only strengthening,» regardless of shifts in the international situation

The agency notes that the Alaskan authorities were dissatisfied with the decision of the US administration made last December to limit the development of oil and gas leases in the state

According to Robert Kagan, an American political analyst, if Ukraine falls, it will be hard to present it otherwise than as a failure of the United States and its president

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The former Liberal Democrat leader was spotted playing padel yesterday in London on his 58th birthday with his son.

Britain is bracing itself for the coldest night of the year, as temperatures are set to plunge to a piercing -16C on Wednesday night, while four weather warnings are in place for snow and ice.

EXC: Married prison officer Linda De Sousa Abreu, 31, who was jailed for having sex with convicted burglar Linton Weirich at HMP Wandsworth in South London, disclosed that she was in love with him.

The raging wildfire - now burning over 2,900 acres of Los Angeles land - is rapidly ripping through the expensive celebrity enclave, home to Chris Pratt , Reese Witherspoon and Miles Teller.

A total of 2,260 housing project sites had been approved for development between July, when Labour came to power, and September last year, the lowest number since records began in 2006.

The Papua New Guinean government says it will cooperate with any official request to send former Bradford Bulls player Keven Appo back to England, where he is due to front court on charges of rape, sexual assault of a female and two counts of assault.

The Ministry of Tourism is reporting that Jamaica earned US$4.3 billion from the industry in 2024, with some 4.3 million visitors. Portfolio Minister Edmund Bartlett said the sector finished the year strong, despite the slight shortfall in arrival...

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Vice Chancellor of The University of the West Indies (The UWI), Sir Hilary Beckles, has been appointed Chairman/Chancellor of the United Nations University. The appointment, which takes effect May 2025, was a unanimous decision at the sitting of...

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (AP): An investigation is under way to determine the identities of two bodies discovered in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue aircraft in the United States on Monday night and how the security breach occurred....

The Papua New Guinean government says it will cooperate with any official request to send former Bradford Bulls player Keven Appo back to England, where he is due to front court on charges of rape, sexual assault of a female and two counts of assault.

A man has been taken into custody as investigators probe the death of the pregnant woman whose body was found wrapped in a tarpaulin in Devon Pen, St Mary on Sunday. An operation was this afternoon conducted at his home located along Sligo Road,...

A curfew has been imposed in the community of Albion Mountain in St Mary. Acting Superintendent for the St Mary division, Anthony Wallace, says the curfew is in response to an upsurge in violent crimes and increasing concerns about gang-...

The raging wildfire - now burning over 1,200 acres of Los Angeles land - is rapidly ripping through the expensive celebrity enclave, home to Chris Pratt , Reese Witherspoon and Miles Teller.

BJP, out of power in Delhi for over 25 years, focuses its campaign on AAP's alleged corruption and the costly renovation of the CM's residence. While countering AAP's welfare schemes, BJP lacks a CM candidate, banking on central leaders' last-minute push to sway voters.

AAP has transformed since 2020, prioritizing electoral victories in Delhi's Feb 5 assembly elections by nominating former BJP and Congress members. With internal challenges and leadership changes, the party focuses on Kejriwal’s leadership and financial strategies to maintain voter trust despite past corruption allegations.

Since the 2020 electoral victory, AAP's governance in Delhi faces significant challenges, with corruption allegations against its top leaders causing disruption. The BJP-led central government enacted a law to control bureaucracy, increasing political tension. Upcoming polls will test AAP's credibility amidst governance shortcomings and internal conflicts.

AIMIM plans to contest 10-12 seats in the upcoming Delhi elections. It has announced two candidates so far and will reveal the remaining soon. AIMIM hopes to challenge both AAP and BJP in Muslim-majority constituencies.

Amidst cheers and celebratory dances, Arvind Kejriwal launched AAP's election anthem 'Fir Layenge Kejriwal,' highlighting the party's achievements in Delhi, targeting opposition, and promoting key schemes like free electricity and water. The anthem promises additional benefits and portrays Kejriwal as a determined leader overcoming obstacles.

The former president’s casket began its last journey, winding its way from Americus, Georgia, to Atlanta, before heading to Washington.

Jimmy Carter’s remains, flown from Georgia on Tuesday, will be taken in a procession to the U.S. Capitol, where he will lie in state for two days.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is seeking answers to more than 70 questions, previewing Senate Democrats’ approach headed into Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing.

[New Times] Every year has its highs and lows, but what a year 2024 was! The main highlights of the year in terms of gender equality include advancements in family law, increased female political representation, and initiatives to combat gender-based violence.