The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) has commenced airdrop operations to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.In an updated Facebook post on Saturday (Aug 16), the Ministry of Defence said that the operation commenced on Friday (Aug 15) and was conducted in close coordination with the Royal Jordanian Air Force and other participating air forces.  This follows the deployment of a C-130 transport aircraft and personnel from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and Singapore Army to deliver Singapore's ninth tranche of humanitarian aid for Gaza on Aug 12.

The Workers' Party (WP) responded to Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's National Day Rally speech, urging the Government to «engage widely» and consider all options amid uncertainty.In a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Monday (Aug 18), the opposition party referenced Ministry of Manpower's (MOM) labour force report for the second quarter of this year.According to the report, global economic uncertainty is expected to persist in the coming months and may weigh on hiring and wage growth — especially in outward-oriented sectors.«Against this cautious backdrop, the Workers' Party urges the Government to engage widely and explore all solutions tabled in good faith, including previously untapped ones,» said WP.«Singapore should leave no stone unturned in our collective efforts to build a truly resilient nation for the future and keep our Singapore flag flying high.»The party suggested that the Government «tackle present concerns» for businesses and employees.

With just four out of the 11 available stalls open, a food court at Le Quest Mall in Bukit Batok has been dubbed on social media as “saddest Koufu in Singapore”.Already grappling with low footfall, its remaining stall owners’ fortunes took a further hit after a new hawker centre opened next door in March.Jenny Lim’s mixed rice stall, which she runs with her husband, has been a mainstay at the Koufu food court since it opened five years ago.When asked by AsiaOne on Friday (Aug 15) how much they make in a month, Lim, 57, said: “Why don’t you ask us what our losses are like instead?”Her answer? A staggering $8,000 in losses each month. She declined to reveal the cost of renting the stall and other operating costs. A video posted on TikTok on Aug 14 showed the near-empty food court with seven vacant stalls — some of them still bearing their signboards. “Only drinks, cai fan (economy rice), western and chicken [rice stalls]. The saddest Koufu in Singapore,” said user yokey017 in the caption.The video has since garnered over 157,000 views and 1,000 likes. 

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla received a grand welcome in Delhi after his historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission. He was greeted by ministers, ISRO chairman, and space enthusiasts. Shukla is scheduled to meet PM Modi and participate in National Space Day celebrations, with Parliament set to discuss his mission and India's space program.

Torrential rain caused widespread flash floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh, particularly affecting Mandi and Kullu districts. The deluge washed away houses, blocked over 300 roads including national highways, and disrupted essential services. While significant damage occurred to property and infrastructure, no loss of life has been reported so far.

An Air India flight AI504 from Kochi to Delhi experienced a delay on Sunday due to a technical issue detected during the take-off roll. The pilots aborted the departure as a safety measure, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures. Passengers were safely disembarked, and an alternative aircraft was arranged for the flight.

Foremost in Ukrainians’ minds is averting another clash with Trump’s team, as Zelensky heads to Washington, the newspaper wrote Read Full Article at RT.com

Donald Trump noted that Vladimir Putin would have loved doing the meeting anywhere else but the US

According to the data, 31.6% of the votes went to Rodrigo Paz Pereira, while 27.1% went to Jorge Quiroga

Entrepreneur Samuel Doria Medina, who was nominated by the National Unity Front and was considered one of the favorites, admitted his defeat

The US leader pointed out that Monday would be a «big day» for the White House, as it never had so many European Leaders at one time

The symbolism of the summit outweighed the substance - though for both leaders that might have been sufficient to claim a win, Adam Lenton said

After talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the US leader reportedly thinks Kiev should agree to cede the whole of Donbass to Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

Nathaniel Zachariah Tan, 27, was due to marry his polytechnic sweetheart in mid-November — only to have the rare brain disease that had plagued him for years claim his life on Aug 12.In his final act, Tan donated his liver, two kidneys and an iliac artery, potentially saving the lives of four people.He was also placed in his coffin in a suit embroidered with his wedding vows, according to Shin Min Daily News. A standee of Tan dressed in his suit was also placed at the funeral wake.«He was a very loving person. Before he died, he told his fiancee that if he passed away one day, his organs should be donated to help others in need,» said his mother Queenie Tan, 62.«He was buried with a cross and in the suit he had planned to wear for his wedding,» added Mrs Tan, noting that the suit had been ordered long ago. When her son's condition worsened, it was sent to Beijing for alteration, and eventually shipped back for the funeral.

A BJP delegation, led by B Y Vijayendra, visited Dharmasthala temple to show support amid allegations of a smear campaign against the temple. R Ashoka accused Siddaramaiah of instigating unrest and blamed «urban naxals» and the «anti-Hindu Tipu gang» for the conspiracy.

The Election Commission (EC) addressed concerns regarding the deletion of 65 lakh voters from Bihar's electoral roll, clarifying that the list was uploaded promptly following a Supreme Court directive. The EC urged electors and political parties to utilize the remaining 15-day window to file claims and objections.

A parliamentary panel has strongly criticized the use of «Not Found Suitable (NFS)» to deny SC/ST teachers appointments and promotions, deeming it inappropriate and hurtful. The committee emphasized that there is no shortage of qualified SC/ST candidates and urged universities to judge applicants solely on academic merit.

Qui succédera à Karl Chung Tan, Mister Tahiti 2024 ? Réponse le 27 septembre prochain lors de l'élection de Mister Tahiti 2025. En attendant, le bal masqué du gala s'est déroulé ce samedi 16 août dans la soirée à l'hôtel Hilton. Les 10 candidats y ont fait leur première apparition officielle, dans une ambiance de Rome antique.

Anti-government riots turned violent this week, with President Aleksandar Vucic claiming they are orchestrated from abroad Read Full Article at RT.com

The conflict “is going to get worse” if Kiev does not agree to a peace deal with Moscow, the US Secretary of State has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The St Catherine South police have arrested a 19-year-old male suspect in connection with the murder of a man at a vigil in Portmore on Thursday. The suspect, held on Thursday, is a mechanic of a Gregory Park, Portmore address. The deceased has...

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to meet PM Modi on Tuesday before Modi's China visit for the SCO summit in Tianjin. Wang's three-day visit includes talks with S Jaishankar and Ajit Doval, focusing on the boundary question. The meeting with Modi will cover the SCO summit agenda and Sino-India ties.

India's approach to Pakistan has undergone a significant transformation, shifting from Nehru's emphasis on kinship and reconciliation to Modi's assertive stance of deterrence and retaliation. Modi's recent Independence Day address signaled a departure from past policies, prioritizing national interests and farmers' rights over conciliatory sentiment.

The Supreme Court has initiated a case, «In Re: Cadets Disabled During Military Training Struggle,» addressing the hardships faced by military cadets who acquire disabilities during training. These cadets, often from prestigious institutions, are medically discharged before commissioning. Consequently, they are denied ex-servicemen benefits such as disability pensions and healthcare, leaving them without institutional support.

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik was hospitalized Sunday evening due to dehydration. Doctors report his condition as stable and that he is responding positively to treatment. Current Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed his concern and offered prayers for Patnaik's swift recovery and good health.

Uttarakhand's cabinet approved the Uttarakhand Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, extending minority status benefits to Sikh, Jain, Christian, Buddhist, and Parsi educational institutions, a first in the country. This legislation, set to be introduced in August, will replace existing Madrassa education laws and establish the Uttarakhand State Minority Education Authority to oversee education quality and ensure equal opportunities.

Après le décès du motard à Mahina ce samedi, un nouvel accident s'est produit ce dimanche 17 août à Hitia'a. Le pilote d'un deux-roues a fait une sortie de route. L'homme de 23 ans est décédé.

Rahul Gandhi, during the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar, accused the Election Commission of colluding with the BJP in «vote theft.» He alleged a 2023 law shields election commissioners from legal action, enabling the EC to favor the ruling party.

European leaders, including from the U.K., France and Germany, will join as Trump meets Zelensky in Washington after his Alaska summit with Putin.

SANA cited a source in the city’s security services as saying that, according to preliminary data, no one was hurt