Although dengue is not the next Covid-19, the threat it poses must still be taken seriously, experts said. This is because the disease can still kill, and may impose a burden on hospitals and the economy here. However, the experts added that because of the nature of dengue, any public health measures taken are unlikely to be the same as those implemented to combat the … [Read more...] about ‘Dengue still a serious threat’
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Changi Terminal 5 to restart construction, to be ready mid-2030s
Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: https://t.me/mothershipsg Work on Changi Airport Terminal 5 will be restarted after a two-year pause. Transport Minister S Iswaran said on May 17 that construction should start in about two to three years and T5 will be ready to operate around the mid-2030s, The Straits Times reported . Construction was halted in … [Read more...] about Changi Terminal 5 to restart construction, to be ready mid-2030s
Japan announces limited “test tourism” from May as step to full re-opening
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan said on Tuesday it would start conducting "test tourism" in the form of limited package tours in May as a way of gathering information prior to a full re-opening of the country to tourism. Though tourism was a major pillar of Japan's economy, tourists have not been permitted to enter since it adopted strict border controls in 2020 at the start of … [Read more...] about Japan announces limited “test tourism” from May as step to full re-opening
Thai market holds promise for eBay
Mr Naini says Thailand serves as a major export market for eBay in Asean. Global e-commerce giant eBay says it sees increasing potential for various export products from Thailand, particularly jewellery, diamonds, gemstones and collectable cards, while the company is stepping up efforts to onboard suppliers of these items. The company also notes a rising trend in … [Read more...] about Thai market holds promise for eBay
Biden approves redeployment of under 500 ground troops to Somalia -officials
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized the redeployment of fewer than 500 American troops into Somalia, U.S. officials said on Monday, after Donald Trump ordered their withdrawal during his presidency. Prior to Trump's withdrawal, the United States had about 700 troops in Somalia focused on helping local forces defeat the al Qaeda-linked al Shabaab … [Read more...] about Biden approves redeployment of under 500 ground troops to Somalia -officials