by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Malaysian authorities submitted an extradition request for Tim Leissner to the US Justice Department in August 2024 Interpol issued a red notice for Leissner in November 2024 Leissner, a former Goldman Sachs partner, pleaded guilty in the US in 2018 to money...
by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Asian countries may have accumulated approximately $2.5 trillion (S$3.2 trillion) in US dollar assets over years of trade surpluses with the US. Escalating trade tensions under the Trump administration could trigger an “avalanche” of dollar selling as...
by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
The first official trade talks since Trump’s return to office will take place in Switzerland on May 10-11, 2025. The US has imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, while China has retaliated with 125% tariffs on US imports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and...
by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
As inflation continues to rise, finding affordable yet delightful ways to celebrate special occasions becomes increasingly necessary. This Mother’s Day, consider baking a cake that won’t break the bank but will still convey love and appreciation. Here are...
by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
TAIPEI—On May 7, several Asian airlines announced changes to their flight schedules, either rerouting or cancelling flights initially destined for Europe. This decision was made in response to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan. The conflict...
by chung chinyi | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
He stood there, staring at the person in front of him, his eyes widening with sheer disbelief. “$3.80 for two vegetables and a single meat dish?” he exclaimed, his voice tinged with incredulity and surprise. Surely, this had to be some kind of joke or...
