The Chilean gymnast apologised after a video of the stunt elicited widespread condemnation from Japanese social media users.
Malaysia nepotism claims swirl as daughter of disgraced Najib gets government role
Nooryana Najwa Najib, the daughter of Malaysia’s jailed ex-PM Najib Razak, has landed a key role at Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation.
UK businesses urged to prepare for quantum resilience
Businesses in the UK are urged to start preparing now for quantum resilience against cyber risks and ensure data and privacy protection, as quantum technologies continue to advance apace.
EU braces for Chinese trade blows, Trump doubles down on China: 7 EV reads you missed
From the European Union voting to impose tariffs to a price war among China’s EV makers, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.
Pritam Singh case: ex-Singapore MP Raeesah Khan faces second impeachment bid
The bid filed by Singh’s lawyer Andre Jumabhoy centres on what he says are discrepancies in Khan’s police and parliamentary statements.
Dubai launches dedicated IP hub to help drive innovative technology
The recent launch of the Dubai Intellectual Property Hub (DIPH) is a welcome development for businesses in the UAE, as the Middle East continues to increase and encourage investment in technology and life sciences, an intellectual property (IP) expert has said.
Most Singaporeans rate China’s clout above US, prefer it as strategic partner: survey
Many respondents feel foreign countries would come to Singapore’s aid if it were attacked, researchers find.
Ex-Singapore MP Raeesah Khan tells ‘lies non-stop’, Pritam Singh’s lawyer says
Khan admitted to lying repeatedly about a false anecdote involving a rape victim, raising questions about her credibility.
NISTA to ‘strengthen’ UK infrastructure delivery ‘lacking strategic direction’
A new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) is to become operational in the UK by spring 2025, to lead on strategic planning of major infrastructure projects as well as on their delivery, the government announced on Friday.
Malaysia’s Anwar to unveil bold budget with tax hikes and subsidy cuts: analysts
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to table an expansionary budget amid rising confidence in Malaysia’s economic outlook.