Biden readies $970 million arms aid package for Ukraine, sources say
The formal notification to Congress of the weapons package could come as soon as Dec 2. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Of-the-moment abstract artist Julie Mehretu opens first solo in Southern hemisphere in Sydney
Considered one of the world's most influential living painters, Mehretu's works are currently being presented at the ongoing ...
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Report: PGA-LIV Vegas match to feature $10M crypto purse
The PGA Tour-LIV Golf made-for-TV matchup on Dec. 17 featuring four of the sport's biggest names will have a purse worth a ...
Russian Defence Ministry says Moscow's forces take another east Ukrainian settlement
MOSCOW - Russia's Defence Ministry said on Wednesday its forces had taken control of the settlement of Nova Illinka, close to ...
China defence minister Dong Jun’s fate unclear as differing accounts emerge on corruption probe
When asked about the FT report, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said it was “chasing shadows”. Read more at ...
Taiwan holds air defence drill ahead of president's Pacific trip
TAIPEI - Taiwan's military held an early morning air defence drill on Thursday to test its response and engagement procedures ...
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery sees steep revenue fall amid slowdown
Revenue plunged 20.4% in the half year ended September, the biggest drop for the period since 2016. Read more at straitstimes ...
A South Korean train conductor’s 4 minutes toilet break led to delay of 125 trains
Many of them were delayed 20 minutes from their originally scheduled arrival times. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Warriors G Stephen Curry (both knees) missing Thunder clash
Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry will miss Wednesday night's showdown against the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder due to pain in both knees. Read more at straitstimes.com.