Hamas claims loss of contact with Israeli-American captive as Israel demands release under new ceasefire proposalTensions escalated on Tuesday (15 April) after Hamas claimed it could no longer contact the unit responsible for holding Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, who is central to Israel’s latest truce proposal.The militant group said an Israeli airstrike had hit the …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Knight Frank warns that a saturated market is fuelling unsustainable competition, business failures, and rent pressures across the sectorThe ongoing surge in food and beverage (F&B) outlets across Singapore may be doing more harm than good, with Knight Frank cautioning that unchecked expansion is straining operators, diners, and the wider retail ecosystem.According to a report …
As the iconic Augusta National gears up for the first major of the year, all eyes are on world number one Scottie Scheffler and Grand Slam hopeful Rory McIlroy in what could be a defining battle for golf’s top honours.Excitement is mounting at Augusta National as the Masters returns this week, with much of the …
Sengkang MPs unveil an ambitious community development roadmap featuring park revitalisation, green initiatives, and resident-led planning as part of efforts to foster a more connected and inclusive estate.The Workers’ Party Members of Parliament for Sengkang – He Ting Ru, Louis Chua, and Jamus Lim – have launched a comprehensive town renewal strategy titled "Sengkang Town …
In response to sweeping import tariffs imposed by Washington, Singapore unveils a multi-agency task force aimed at safeguarding jobs, supporting businesses, and reinforcing trade resilience.In a decisive move to counter the economic impact of the United States’ blanket import tariffs, Singapore will form a national task force to assist businesses and protect workers from the …
Enjoyed the mix of love and office life in My Dearest Nemesis? Here are three other K-dramas that deliver a similar blend of romance, drama, and charm.Office romance K-dramas have carved out a beloved niche by blending personal and professional lives into emotionally engaging narratives. If My Dearest Nemesis left you wanting more, here are …
Ream Naval Base hosts first joint military exercise following expansion, as China denies plans for exclusive useChina and Cambodia conducted joint naval exercises on 6 April at the recently enhanced Ream Naval Base, located along Cambodia’s southern coastline on the Gulf of Thailand. The drills, held a day after the official unveiling of the expanded …
Analysts advise caution as sweeping tariff measures by the US continue to shake investor confidence and cloud global economic outlookAnalysts are urging investors to remain cautious as the fallout from sweeping tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump continues to disrupt financial markets worldwide. Uncertainty remains high, and volatility is expected to endure as investors …
Telus to cut 2,000 jobs following Meta’s decision to shift operations away from Spain, unions confirmAround 2,000 employees are being dismissed from a major content moderation centre in Barcelona after Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, reportedly terminated its contract with Telus International, a Canadian tech firm.Local trade unions CCOO and UGT confirmed that …
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms business landscapes, firms must adapt hiring strategies to remain competitive or risk falling behindThe swift and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how companies across the Asia-Pacific region approach hiring and workforce development. Yet, many organisations are treading carefully amidst the changes, according to Ryan Meyer, Managing Director …
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