When Singapore announced its "circuit breaker" measures in early April 2020, the nation braced for unprecedented economic and social disruption. Most workplaces shuttered, schools transitioned to home-based learning, and non-essential services ground to a halt. Yet...

Malaysia’s spate of alcohol-related controversies reported in September–October 2025 underscores deeper structural tensions in governance, religious sensitivity, and social cohesion, with direct spillovers for neighboring Singapore. At the core is Malaysia’s plural...

For decades, biotechnology represented one of the last bastions of genuine scientific cooperation between the United States and China. Joint research programs prevented millions of birth defects, improved seasonal flu vaccines, and advanced understanding of cancer,...

Vladimir Putin's October 2025 state visit to Tajikistan marks a critical juncture in Russia's relationship with Central Asia. As Moscow faces mounting pressure from the International Criminal Court and increasing isolation over the Ukraine conflict, the Kremlin is...

From Broke Crypto Enthusiast to Billionaire Founder Shayne Coplan’s ascent underscores how entrepreneurial ambition collides with regulation, geopolitics, and the reconfiguration of finance through emerging technologies. In October 2025, at age 27, Coplan was reported...

A US-brokered first-phase agreement between Israel and Hamas marks a potential turning point in the Gaza conflict, contingent on implementation and governmental approval. According to The Straits Times on October 9, 2025, officials announced progress toward a...

Gold has reached historic highs, surpassing $4,000 per ounce in October 2025, marking a significant milestone in the precious metal's long history as a store of value. This comprehensive analysis examines the various investment vehicles available for gold exposure,...

The convergence of artificial intelligence and organized crime represents one of the most significant law enforcement challenges of the 21st century. As criminal syndicates adopt sophisticated AI tools to enhance their operations, Singapore finds itself at a critical...

Singapore's adult training landscape is undergoing a fundamental regulatory shift. From December 1, 2025, SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) will prohibit all training providers from using third-party agents to market courses directly to learners. This decisive move...

A Historic Agreement Crumbles On October 8, 2025, Russia's State Duma took a decisive step toward completely withdrawing from the Plutonium Management and Disposition Agreement (PMDA), marking another critical breakdown in the post-Cold War nuclear arms control...