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The shrine has long been a source of diplomatic friction with neighbouring countries. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read ...

The UN maritime chief stresses the importance of freedom of navigation in international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz, ...

Queen Elizabeth II died aged 96 in September 2022 after a 70-year reign. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

The hearing is a key hurdle he needs to overcome in order to succeed Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Britain’s government on April 21 unveiled plans to accelerate its clean energy drive after oil and gas prices soared in the ...

An official said neither party set deadlines or made threatening statements in the meeting. Read more at straitstimes.com.

He is under pressure to help curb rising oil, gas and electricity costs sparked by the Iran war. Read more at ...

Traders fear hostilities could resume in the weeks-long Middle East war. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Reports say that members of his National Party may be prepared to back a leadership challenge. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Tehran has accused the US of violating a soon-to-expire ceasefire through its blockade of Iranian ports and seizure of a ship ...

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