Singapore’s Presidential Election: Ho Ching sees a two-way race, George Goh left out?

Former Temasek CEO Ho Ching’s recent Facebook post appears to hint at a two-horse race in Singapore’s upcoming Presidential Election, seemingly discounting entrepreneur George Goh.

Conspiracy, obstruction, fraud: the potential charges facing Trump

Former US President Donald Trump faces potential charges, including conspiracy to defraud, obstruction of an official proceeding, and deprivation of rights, as the investigation into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election nears completion. Trump expects to be arrested and indicted soon.

Seoul says North Korean nuclear attack would mean ‘end’ of regime

Seoul warns North Korea that any nuclear attack on their alliance would lead to the “end” of Kim Jong Un’s regime. Tensions escalate amid US military deployments and nuclear threats.

PM Lee to nominate Seah Kian Peng as next Speaker of Singapore Parliament amid affair scandal

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has proposed Mr Seah Kian Peng as the new Speaker of Parliament, following former Speaker Mr Tan Chuan-Jin’s resignation amid controversy over his affair with ex-MP Cheng Li Hui.

US fears mistreatment of American soldier held by North Korea

The United States is concerned about the fate of American soldier Private Second Class Travis King held by North Korea, fearing mistreatment. Efforts to secure his release are ongoing.

Chinese man convicted in Malawi over racist videos

A Malawian court convicts a Chinese national of racism and child exploitation through online videos. The court orders his immediate departure from the country after serving a 12-month sentence.

After Hollywood strike, Broadway staves off industrial action

A tentative agreement in New York averted a Broadway strike by stagehands and backstage workers. Hollywood also faces historic industrial action, with actors and writers on strike.

Google testing AI news writing tool

Google collaborates with news publishers to develop an AI-powered tool, called Genesis, to assist journalists with reporting and writing. The tool is not intended to replace journalists but to serve as a co-pilot, offering headline and writing style options.

UN chief eyes reforms to peacekeeping operations

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for broad reflection on reforming peacekeeping, acknowledging persistent limitations and the need for realistic mandates and adaptable models. He highlights Africa’s need for new-generation peace enforcement missions and counter-terrorism operations.

APHR issues open letter expressing deep concern over deteriorating human rights and democracy in Cambodia

ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) urges global parliaments to condemn Cambodia’s escalating human rights crisis and erosion of democracy. APHR appeals for action to deny legitimacy to the upcoming July elections, citing they serve as a tool for Hun Sen’s regime to consolidate power.