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Trump’s ‘crazy’ rebuke undercuts Netanyahu at a critical moment

Netanyahu has long portrayed himself as being uniquely adept in dealing with Trump.

Andreeva praises Chwalinska, thanks herself for French Open triumph

Europe needs new military alliance to defend itself, Italy says

Italy's defence minister said a strong European defence alliance must go beyond the confines of EU.

Marine drone self-detonates in Romanian Black Sea port, defence ministry says

BUCHAREST, June 5 - A marine drone of the type used in the war in neighbouring Ukraine self-detonated on Friday in Romania's Black Sea port of Constanta near an oil terminal, without causing any casualties, the defence ministry said.

FBI kills US army veteran who strapped bombs to hostages in overnight stand-off

Police said the hostage-taker, a convicted sex offender, barricaded himself and the hostages inside the building during the 15-hour standoff.

Malaysia moves to register refugees, link those eligible to jobs amid labour shortages

Authorities say the registration system will help regulate the refugee population, strengthen security oversight and improve refugees' welfare.

EU to unveil plan to wean itself off US, Asia tech

It wants to build ecosystems that ensure Europe retains control and resists foreign interference.

Bolivia's defense minister resigns as anti-government protests intensify

LA PAZ, June 2 - Bolivia's defense minister stepped down on Tuesday after a month of anti-government protests that have blocked roads across major cities, two government sources said, marking the highest-level departure yet under centrist President Rodrigo Paz who is himself facing calls to resign.

Danish PM unveils plans for welfare push, defiance of Trump

COPENHAGEN, June 2 - Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's new centre-left government will resist U.S. pressure over the future of Greenland, tackle domestic inflation and expand the welfare state, according to a policy document published on Tuesday.

Malaysia pushes Norway to expedite US$252 million refund, says Oslo cannot ‘wash its hands of’ missile deal

Malaysia’s defence minister said Norway cannot absolve itself of responsibility and should help facilitate the refund process, arguing that Oslo’s decision to revoke export licenses triggered the dispute.

Gunman kills six family members, then himself, in eastern Iowa, police say

Preliminary investigation indicated the shootings stemmed from a domestic-related dispute.

More than 800 feedback cases a year lodged with NParks over pet parrots as popularity grows in Singapore

Complaints ranged from excessive noise to concerns about animal welfare.

US says it struck Iranian drone command sites at the weekend

The US said it conducted “self-defence strikes” in response to “aggressive” actions from Tehran.

Pete Hegseth urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildup

The Pentagon chief, speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore said stronger, more self-reliant allies are key to deterrence.

A scenic bike-and-boat trip through Holland’s tulips, windmills and cheese towns

On an eight-day cycling cruise through the Netherlands, riders pedal from Amsterdam to Haarlem, Delft, Gouda and Kinderdijk, discovering spring blooms, Dutch cycling culture and the joys of getting a little lost.

NTU student who tried to film women in hall toilet to be assessed for mandatory treatment order

How Zhong Ting, who stayed in a residential hall himself, had come across an advertisement on online classifieds platform Locanto offering payment for voyeuristic material.

Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal

WASHINGTON, May 28 - President Donald Trump finds himself in a bind as he seeks to end the war against Iran: he is under pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and get U.S. gasoline prices down but at the same time faces a potential backlash from Iran hawks in his own party over any concessions to Tehran.

'I'm lucky to be alive': Actor Richard Low reveals 6-day hospital stay after bowel and bladder scare

The 73-year-old Mediacorp actor recently posted an Instagram Reel showing himself walking slowly around his neighbourhood after leaving hospital. Low said he wanted to rebuild his strength after spending six days in bed.

I tell my son he is perfect as he is – so what does he see when he looks at my bleached-blonde hair and makeup?

At her son’s primary school, children are taught to be proud of who they are. Sitting in a parents’ briefing with her bleached-blonde hair and light makeup, this mother began to question that message – and the gap between what parents teach their children about self-acceptance and what their actions reveal.

Trump builds giant stage at White House for birthday cage fight

Mr Trump himself is a UFC fan who has attended a series of fights.