US to send only used nuclear subs to Australia
AUSTRALIA will only receive used nuclear-powered submarines from the United States as part of an agreement to "streamline" the Aukus deal, with the move branded as a "cost-effective" measure by Defence Minister Richard Marles.
Tokyo rejects hawkish label
JAPAN's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (pic) has rejected accusations of "new militarism" by Tokyo and criticised China for rapidly expanding its military with little transparency, underscoring mounting tensions between the two countries.
Seeking balance of power in Asia
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth struck a measured tone towards China at a major defence forum yesterday, noting "rightful alarm" over Beijing's military build-up but saying the United States sought a "stable equilibrium" in Asia..
Defence chiefs push for more cooperation
ASEAN defence ministers agreed to step up joint military training and exercises, particularly in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations.
Keeping seniors on their feet
In a corner of suburban Singapore, Betty Boon vaults a guardrail, crawls underneath a slide, executes forward shoulder rolls and scales a steep slope, finishing the course to applause.
Malaysia shows downward trend in Covid-19, as Singapore cases rise
KUALA LUMPUR: The Covid-19 situation in Malaysia remains stable and has shown a significant downward trend compared to last year, with no deaths recorded so far this year.
Tycoon on the run for 20 years faces 38 more charges
A tycoon allegedly linked to an embezzlement case involving over US$51mil over 20 years ago was handed 38 more charges for offences including corruption and theft.
Epic fires rage across Africa, Asia
Climate change has driven record-breaking outbreaks of fire in Africa, Asia and elsewhere this year, with conditions expected to get worse as the northern hemisphere's summer approaches and El Nino weather patterns kick in, scientists warned.
Hantavirus fears ease with two negative tests
Two Singapore residents who had been on board a hantavirus-hit cruise ship have tested negative to the rare respiratory disease, Singapore's Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) said.
Two isolated and monitored for hantavirus
Two residents of Singapore who were on board the MV Hondius cruise ship, which reported an outbreak of Andes hantavirus, are being tested.
