GENEVA (Reuters) - Countries have agreed to an initial U.S.-led push to reform of the rules around disease outbreaks, known as the International Health Regulations, after early opposition from Africa and others was overcome this week, sources told Reuters on Friday. The amendments, once confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO) assembly, are one of a handful of … [Read more...] about First steps in reforming global health emergency rules agreed at WHO meeting – sources
Hdb tightens rules for transfer of flat ownership
Nigeria’s Jonathan can contest presidential elections next year, court rules
YENAGOA, Nigeria (Reuters) - Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan can run in next year's presidential election, a court ruled on Friday, clearing doubts over his eligibility and paving the way for him to return to national politics. Jonathan, who was president from 2010 to 2015, has not yet said if he intends to contests the election. His spokesperson said this … [Read more...] about Nigeria’s Jonathan can contest presidential elections next year, court rules
Restaurant in Singapore desperate for dishwasher, willing to pay over RM11,000
PETALING JAYA: Would you be a dishwasher in a restaurant for a monthly wage of over RM11,000? A Japanese restaurant in Orchard Road, Singapore was so desperate for a dishwasher that it advertised the post, offering a salary of SD$3,500 (RM11,234). Ishinomaki Grill & Sake co-owner Chen Weixin told Shin Min Daily News that due to a shortage of people willing to do this … [Read more...] about Restaurant in Singapore desperate for dishwasher, willing to pay over RM11,000
Ukraine says troops may retreat from eastern region as Russia advances
Service members of pro-Russian troops drive an armoured vehicle along a street past a destroyed residential building during Ukraine-Russia conflict in the town of Popasna in the Luhansk Region, Ukraine May 26, 2022. The writing on the vehicle reads: “Valkyrie”. (REUTERS) KYIV/POPASNA, Ukraine – Ukraine said on Friday its forces may need to retreat from their last pocket of … [Read more...] about Ukraine says troops may retreat from eastern region as Russia advances
Opportunities in Indonesia’s Internet of Things Sector
Indonesia’s Internet of Things market (IoT) is expected to reach US$30 billion by 2022, and the sector’s impact will be significant in reducing healthcare costs, enhancing industrial productivity, and reducing operational costs for businesses. The real potential of IoTs will be applying the technology to sectors that contribute to 50 percent of Indonesia’s economy, such as the … [Read more...] about Opportunities in Indonesia’s Internet of Things Sector