Israel-Hamas war escalation

Israel-Hamas war escalation

Israel has intensified its military campaign in Gaza, launching a major ground assault on Gaza City amid escalating violence. The operation, described by Israel’s Defense Minister as “Gaza is burning,” marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between...
Canada’s inflationary reading signals rate cut

Canada’s inflationary reading signals rate cut

Canada’s latest inflation data for August 2025 is shaping expectations for the Bank of Canada’s upcoming interest rate decision. The new figures show annual inflation rising modestly to 1.9%, up from July’s 1.7%, but still below economists’ forecast of 2.0%. This...
Singapore-China defense diplomacy

Singapore-China defense diplomacy

Singapore’s Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing reaffirmed strong military ties with China during a high-level meeting in Beijing on September 17, 2025. The visit marked his first official trip to China since assuming office in May and underscored Singapore’s commitment...
Federal reserve rate cut analysis

Federal reserve rate cut analysis

The US Federal Reserve has made its first interest rate cut of 2025, signaling concerns about growing risks in the labor market. On September 17, the Fed announced a reduction of its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points, lowering the target range to between 4%...
Indonesian court ruling on military law

Indonesian court ruling on military law

Indonesia faces a pivotal legal and political moment as the Constitutional Court prepares to rule on challenges to recent military law amendments. The outcome of this decision will significantly impact the country’s democratic processes and civil-military...
Singapore trade partnership strategy

Singapore trade partnership strategy

Fourteen smaller World Trade Organization (WTO) members, including Singapore, have formed a new alliance to champion open and fair trade amid rising global economic uncertainty. On September 16, 2025, these nations established the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT)...
The Burnt Cones Story

The Burnt Cones Story

How two childhood friends turned pandemic uncertainty and past failures into Singapore’s fastest-growing gelato empire The aroma of freshly baked waffle cones mingles with the cool sweetness of artisanal gelato at Burnt Cones’ flagship outlet in Sunset...
US immigration enforcement details

US immigration enforcement details

U.S. Border Patrol has ramped up immigration enforcement in Chicago, with Chief Gregory Bovino reporting “many arrests” as part of a nationwide crackdown. Bovino, who recently relocated from Los Angeles to oversee operations, announced the arrests on...
Tourists stranded near Machu Picchu

Tourists stranded near Machu Picchu

A major disruption has unfolded in Peru’s tourism sector, leaving hundreds of travelers stranded near Machu Picchu due to ongoing local protests. The unrest centers on Aguas Calientes, the small town that serves as the primary access point to the ancient Inca site. As...