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Philippines court disbars Marcos adviser over ‘misogynistic’ outburst

The Philippines Supreme Court disbarred adviser Lorenzo Gadon, appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos, for “misogynistic” language towards a journalist. Gadon plans to appeal, while Marcos supports his appointment. Critics urge Marcos to revoke it.

Singapore Airlines CEO receives 88% pay rise following record profits

SIA CEO, Goh Choon Phong, sees an 88% salary rise to S$6.73 million after the airline’s record profit rebound.

Singapore Ministers cleared of misconduct in Ridout Road properties rental ahead of parliamentary debate

Reports from the reivew by Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean and Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau clear Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan of misconduct in Ridout Road properties rental, revealing no corruption or conflict of interest. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong submits findings for parliamentary debate.

UBS to cut 35,000 jobs after Credit Suisse rescue: report

UBS is set to cut 35,000 jobs at Credit Suisse as part of its emergency takeover, following the collapse and bailout of the latter.

Tiny Thai school on the climate change front line

Ban Khun Samut Chin, a village in Thailand, faces coastal erosion and rising sea levels due to climate change, threatening its existence and forcing its inhabitants to seek survival strategies.

Hong Kong exiles in UK say ‘living in fear’ of Beijing

Hong Kong artists fled in secret, fearing arrest; exiled Hong Kongers in the UK still feel threatened by Beijing.

Taiwan detects two Russian warships off its coast

Two Russian frigates spotted near Taiwan’s coast, prompting surveillance and military deployment by Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence.

Inquiry Into UK’s COVID-19 Response: Matt Hancock expresses profound apology for every death caused

Former UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock has apologised for each Covid-19 death and acknowledged the “colossal” failure in assuming the virus’s spread could not be halted at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Lim Tean questions delay in releasing promised review of ministerial rentals by Teo Chee Hean

Peoples Voice leader Lim Tean demands transparency on ministerial rentals, pressing Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean for the results of his review before the impending parliamentary sitting.

China censors prominent journalist who raised concerns about economy

Prominent Chinese financial journalist Wu Xiaobo has been banned from social media for discussing the country’s economic problems.