Phase 2 of Cross Island Line breaks ground
Singapore has officially commenced construction on Phase 2 of the Cross Island Line (CRL), marking a significant milestone in the city-state’s ongoing efforts to expand [more…]
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Mercosur and EFTA forge economic partnership
In a significant development for global commerce, the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)—comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—has finalized a comprehensive free-trade agreement with South [more…]
Brussels approves Bulgaria’s Euro currency move
The European Union has officially approved Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone, paving the way for the country to adopt the euro as its official currency [more…]
Bangkok workers get raise in July
Bangkok is set to implement a new minimum wage increase, effective July 1, as part of Thailand’s nationwide adjustment to support workers amid rising living [more…]
Canada hosts 2025 G7 Summit
World leaders gathered in Kananaskis, Alberta, for the 2025 G7 Summit, with Canada presiding over the influential forum at a time of heightened international uncertainty. The [more…]
“No Kings Day” protests sweep the nation
Millions of Americans mobilized in cities and towns across the country for the “No Kings Day” protests, a coordinated demonstration against President Donald Trump and [more…]
Israel launches major strikes on Iran’s nuclear and military sites
In a dramatic escalation of regional tensions, Israel launched a series of airstrikes against Iran early Friday, targeting key nuclear and missile facilities as well [more…]
Air India crash in Ahmedabad leaves over 200 dead, one survivor
A devastating tragedy struck India today as Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad en [more…]
Chinese, Hong Kong students face U.S. visa revocations
The Trump administration has escalated its hardline approach toward China with a sweeping crackdown on student visas for Chinese and Hong Kong nationals. In late [more…]
Are foreign drivers too easily licensed? Japan may tighten rules
Following two troubling traffic incidents involving Chinese and Peruvian nationals, Japanese authorities are rethinking the process that allows overseas driver’s licenses to be converted into [more…]