Navy moves to close luxury resort built on its land
2023-04-21
The Royal Thai Navy is preparing to pursue civil charges against the operators of a luxury resort that was constructed on its land in Chon Buri province.Continue Reading
Thailand urged to join India’s boom
2023-04-21
It is time Thailand and India expand their economic cooperation and bilateral relations, especially as the South Asian giant is at the forefront of the global economy, said Nagesh Singh, India’s ambassador to Thailand.Continue Reading
Commentary: Are US-Vietnam relations ready for a strategic partnership upgrade?
2023-04-20
While signs are afoot that Hanoi is drawing a little closer to Washington, Vietnam will likely stick to familiar ground when managing its relations with the two largest powers, says ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute’s Nguyen Khac Giang.Continue Reading
No more straws, but what’s next for fast-food chains’ eco journey?
2023-04-20
Five years have passed since fast-food chains took away plastic straws. Ahead of Earth Day on Apr 22, CNA looks at where these companies are at in their journey towards sustainability.Continue Reading
3×3 basketball gains momentum in Singapore; nation takes aim at 2032 Olympics
2023-04-20
While more players taking to the sport, challenges remain in getting experienced 3×3 basketball coaches and referees.Continue Reading
US imposes $300m penalty over hard disk drive exports to Huawei
2023-04-20
It is the latest move by the US government to stop sales of sophisticated technology to China.Continue Reading
Chiang Mai smog world’s worst again
2023-04-18
Chiang Mai had the world’s worst air pollution again on Tuesday morning, with an air quality index (AQI) of 180, according to the air-pollution monitoring website IQAir.Continue Reading
9 ways to have an authentic South Korean experience in Singapore: K-pop dance classes, bathhouses, costumes and more
2023-04-17
Hold on to your air-tickets! If you are craving a quick K-hit of fun and sometimes wacky Korean experiences without having to actually fly to the country, here are some ways to get your Korean culture fix.
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Singapore concept of meritocracy too narrow, need to refresh mindset on schools and grades: DPM Wong
2023-04-17
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s speech covered five key shifts in Singapore’s refreshed social compact, including new approaches on skills, social support and caring for seniors, a new definition of success and a renewed commitment to one another.Continue Reading
Diplomacy for peace, dead in US, blossoms elsewhere
2023-04-17
“Global power struggles signal an end to an era of diplomacy.” So ran a front-page headline in The New York Times’ April 11 print edition for an article marking US President Joe Biden’s ceremonial visit to Ireland to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Accords. The commemoration served as an “unspoken reminder that such […]Continue Reading