Day: August 22, 2024
- Politics
Kursk Assault ‘Severe Blow’ to Putin: EU’s Borrell
Borrell’s comments came two days after Zelensky reiterated his plea for partner countries to let it use long-range weapons deep…
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‘Turn the page on Trump’, Tim Walz says as Democrats put spotlight on January 6 riot
It’s time to “turn the page” on Donald Trump, Tim Walz said in a landmark speech setting his stall out…
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Sky Centre Air Travel’s licence suspended by STB
The travel agent failed to submit its audited statement of accounts. Read More
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More S’poreans exercising, getting their shots and fewer smoking in 2023: National population health survey
Almost 80% of Singaporeans had sufficient total physical activity in 2023. Read More
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War on salt, sauces, instant noodles, cooking oil: These will have A to D grades like beverages
This follows the successful use of the mandatory Nutri-Grade label on prepackaged and freshly prepared beverages. Read More
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Family doctors can become specialists; clinics, hospitals must join national health record scheme
Primary care to be strengthened Read More
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Day after accusing councils of wasting money, Government puts $750K toward dance festival
Govt funds $750k for World Dance Crew Championship despite calls to cut ‘nice-to-haves’.Read More
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Pasifika and Māori hit back at PM’s LGNZ speech: ‘We’re not KPIs’
Christopher Luxon delivered a clear-cut message for councils.Read More
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Government to help councils move faster in emergencies
The Government wants to help councils make changes fast in an emergency.Read More
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Ambulance worker strike: Hawke’s Bay staff to take action over pay, conditions and funding concerns
An HB contingent of about 20 ambulance staff will participate in the nationwide strike.Read More
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