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Singapore court orders Bloomberg, reporter, to pay $356,000 for defaming ministers
Singapore's Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam and Manpower Minister Tan See Leng had sued Bloomberg and one of its reporters for defamation over a December 2024 article.
Which passport is the most worthwhile to hold in 2026? New ranking reveals the winners
The Qatar lesson: How small states wield outsized power in a connected world - opinion
US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal reached, Pentagon chief says
Two Singaporeans confirmed dead in Indonesia volcano eruption, bodies found
Seventeen people, including seven Singaporeans and 10 Indonesians, survived the incident.
Licked it and put it back—in Singapore: French student’s costly mistake
The student faces charges for vandalism, public nuisance, and mischief, with formal counts brought so far on the latter two.
The secret of the world’s best airport: Why does it win every year?
Aside from the giant waterfall and the beautiful botanical garden, there are quite a few reasons why Singapore also took first place this year.
Forging new alliances: Israel appoints first ever ambassador to Somaliland
In the initial phase, Lotem will serve as a non-resident ambassador to Somaliland, reflecting the early stages of diplomatic engagement between the two sides.
From Barak to Herzog: Reflections on decades of covering Israeli diplomacy - comment
From prime ministers to the president, diplomatic trips reveal the evolution of Israel and its press.
Countries issue Middle East travel advisories amid rising US-Iran tensions
The advisories range from warnings to diplomatic evacuations, with Dutch airline KLM announcing on Wednesday that it is suspending all flights to Tel Aviv as of March 1.
Israel’s battle‑tested tech sees demand in Asia amid tensions with China - analysis
Israel’s strong presence at the Singapore Airshow highlights a shift toward Asian defense markets as demand for battle‑tested technology rises
New Israeli-made cargo drone carries 100 kg. for remote, contested missions
Israeli aerospace start-up AiR EV reveals its largest electric cargo drone, co‑developed with ST Engineering, offering 100‑kg payload capacity and advanced capabilities for demanding environments.
Israel joins Pax Silica Initiative, US-led coalition aimed at fortifying global AI industry
The director of Israel’s National Economic Council, Avi Simhon, called Israel’s participation in Pax Silica “a badge of honor for the State of Israel and the Israeli high-tech industry.”
TerraUSD creator Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years over $40 billion crypto collapse
Kwon previously pleaded guilty and admitted to misleading investors about a coin intended to maintain a stable price during periods of crypto market volatility.
