US urges China to dissuade Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (Jun 22) called on China to encourage Iran not to shut down the Strait of Hormuz after Washington carried out strikes on Iranian…
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Stocks to watch: OCBC, Fu Yu, Keppel Infrastructure Trust
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Monday (Jun 23): OCBC: The lender has committed more than RM11 billion (S$3.3 billion) in…
Japan flags big cut to long-end bond issuance before risky sale
Japan’slarger-than-expected cut to super-long bond issuance has potential to ease some upward pressure on yields just before an auction this week that risks reigniting turmoil in the debt…
FedEx founder and executive chairman Frederick Smith has died, CEO tells staff
More than 500,000 employees worldwide handle approximately 17 million shipments each day at the company Federal Express’ (FedEx) founder and former CEO Frederick Smith, who…
AI and additive manufacturing – a game changer for Mencast Marine
After more than four decades as Singapore’s sole propeller designer, manufacturer and repairer, Mencast Marine took the ambitious step to inject artificial intelligence (AI) and additive…
Cybersecurity firm Trend Micro bets on AI to offset US tariff woes
The Trump administration’s policies have cast a shadow over Japanese cybersecurity firm Trend Micro, contributing to a slowdown in its first-quarter revenue, but the company believes that…
US dollar gains in early trading as world awaits Iran’s response
The US dollar strengthened in early trading as investors sought havens in a move to shield against mounting geopolitical risks following the US strikes on Iran. The US currency was quoted…
Trump tests the limits of MAGA faithful by bombing Iran
President Trump's anti-war MAGA base on Sunday mostly stood behind his decision to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities, but many of his staunchest supporters drew a line at further U.S.…
US Federal Reserve’s Daly says employment, inflation risks roughly in balance
Officials see slower economic growth, higher inflation and rising unemployment, and hold divided views on the outlook for interest rates, according to their latest projections …
DHS issues terrorism advisory alert amid U.S. attack on Iran
America is at a heightened risk of attacks after the U.S. bombed nuclear targets in Iran, Homeland Security said in a new terrorism advisory alert Sunday, pointing in particular to the…
Contradicting his administration's remarks, Trump seems to condone regime change in Iran
President Trump on Sunday teased the idea of being open to supporting regime change in Iran following U.S. military strikes on three of its nuclear facilities. Source link
Trump vows to oust Thomas Massie in Kentucky's Republican primary
President Trump is looking to oust Rep. Thomas Massie in the Republican primary next year, saying the Kentucky Republican has proven to be a MAGA imposter. Source link
What About Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Reactor?
The facility is a major complication. Source link
What Are B-2 Stealth Bombers? Bunker Busters Used to Strike Iran Nuclear Sites Have Toilets for Pilots, Microwave and a Cooler for Pilot Comfort
The B-2 stealth bombers used in the strike on Iran's Fordow nuclear facility are equipped with toilets, microwaves, and typically a cooler for snacks, providing added comfort for pilots…
First Satellite Images of Fordow Nuclear Site after US Bunker Buster Bombs Strike Show Devastating Damage
The first satellite images from Iran's Fordow nuclear enrichment site show that a part of the mountain shielding the facility was entirely destroyed by U.S. bunker buster bomb strikes on…
Iran Votes to Close Strait of Hormuz that Could Put One-Fifth of World's Oil Supply at Risk and Trigger Sharp Rise in Global Crude Prices
Iran's parliament has voted to close down the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime route that handles around 20 percent of the world's daily oil supply, which could halt around $1 billion…
Sen. Mark Kelly warns Americans are 'at greater risk' of Iran-inspired retaliation
Sen. Mark Kelly said he fears that the U.S. strike against Iran's nuclear facilities will trigger retaliatory attacks against Americans at home and abroad. Source link
Trump's unilateral attack against Iran sparks debate over constitutional role of Congress
President Trump's unilateral decision to strike Iran's nuclear facilities is reigniting a constitutional clash over whether the commander-in-chief overstepped his constitutional authority…
Singapore: Massive Fire Breaks out at Basic Military Training Centre Bunk in Pulau Tekong
A fire broke out in a bunk at the Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) in Pulau Tekong on Friday afternoon, June 20. A Ministry of Defense (MINDEF) spokesperson told CNA that the incident…
Singapore: 47-Year-Old Certis Auxiliary Police Officer Dies After Collapsing During NDP Rehearsal at Padang
A 47-year-old Certis auxiliary police officer died on Saturday, June 21, after he collapsed during a National Day Parade (NDP) rehearsal at the Padang. The deceased was a part of the…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran strike shows that President Trump is not playing games
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Sunday that the Iranian regime learned through the U.S. strike against its nuclear facilities that President Trump is "not a game-playing president."…
Central banks in Asia are becoming wary of currency intervention
Some of emerging Asia’s biggest central banks look to be dialling back their interventions in the currency market. The central banks of India and Malaysia have reduced the size of some…
Sen. James Lankford predicts Democrats would seek to impeach Trump over Iran strike
Sen. James Lankford says Democrats will try to impeach President Trump over his unilateral decision to strike Iran's nuclear facility without congressional approval if they regain control…
VP J.D. Vance says Iran should 'reset' button on diplomacy after U.S. strike on nuclear facilities
Vice President J.D. Vance on Sunday rejected the idea that President Trump is waging a war against Iran. Source link