Yes, Trump can rename the Gulf of Mexico – just not for everyone
Whatever the US decides to call the gulf, it does not mean other countries will pay any heed. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Japan has 100 billion reasons to welcome more visitors
The total number of tourists really is not that large for a country of Japan’s size. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Saudi foreign minister to visit Damascus on Friday, Syrian official says
CAIRO - Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud will visit Damascus on Friday and meet with top officials in the new Syrian administration, a Syrian official said on Thursday.
Immersive encounter with van Gogh, Klimt masterpieces at Parkview Square
Alongside the continuing Monet Inside exhibition, the venue unveiled two new immersive experiences: Gustav Klimt: Timeless Beauty and Van Gogh Inside: Love, Vincent. These exhibitions offer visitors ...
Fernandes secures late win for Man United over Rangers
MANCHESTER, England - Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes scored a last-gasp winner to secure a 2-1 victory over Rangers in the Europa League group stage at Old Trafford on Thursday. Read more ...
Opinion
Shark’s fin is still on the menu. Can we convince grandpa to give it a miss?
Despite sustainability concerns, many still want their shark’s fin soup. Outrage won’t help. Persuasion might. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Rory McIlroy to return to RBC Canadian Open
DUBLIN - World No. 3 and two-time champion Rory McIlroy will compete in the RBC Canadian Open, tournament organisers announced Jan 23. The RBC Canadian Open will take place from June 4-8 on the north ...
US stocks gain as Trump touts plan for tax cuts
Investors cheered the message on tax cuts, which Mr Trump held out as a “carrot” to attract investment as compared with the “stick” of tariffs, said Mr Jack Ablin, of Cresset Capital. The Dow Jones ...