TOKYO — President Joe Biden arrived in Japan on Sunday (May 22) to launch a plan for greater US economic engagement with the Indo-Pacific, facing criticism even before the programme is announced that it will offer scant benefit to countries in the region. On the second leg of his first Asia trip as president, Biden is to meet with leaders of Japan, India and Australia, the … [Read more...] about Biden in Japan to launch regional economic plan to counter Beijing
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‘I saw them but could not save them’: Man laments failure to save next-door neighbours in Bedok North fire
SINGAPORE - When he smelled smoke coming from the unit next to his fourth-floor Bedok North flat earlier this month, Mr Willie Toh went to check on his neighbours. A man in his 30s was standing at the window, calling for help. "He passed me a set of keys and begged me to save him," Mr Toh, a logistics driver, said. He added that he managed to unlock the wooden door as the … [Read more...] about ‘I saw them but could not save them’: Man laments failure to save next-door neighbours in Bedok North fire
Soccer-Man United book Europa League spot despite 1-0 defeat at Palace
(Reuters) - Manchester United secured a ticket to next season's Europa League after they ended their Premier League campaign in sixth place - despite losing 1-0 away at Crystal Palace on Sunday. Forward Wilfried Zaha scored against his former team in the first half as Palace celebrated their first-ever Premier League victory over United at home. Ralf Rangnick's tenure … [Read more...] about Soccer-Man United book Europa League spot despite 1-0 defeat at Palace
Soccer-Rangnick says he had to make ‘compromises’ to playing style at Man Utd
(Reuters) - Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick accepted partial blame for their underwhelming season but said he was unable to effectively implement his pressing style because of the physical limitations of the squad. Rangnick took over from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November but the German has failed to galvanise an ailing United, who are sixth in the league and … [Read more...] about Soccer-Rangnick says he had to make ‘compromises’ to playing style at Man Utd
Soccer – Title win will put Man City on a par with Ferguson’s United, says Guardiola
(Reuters) - Manchester City can match the greatness of Alex Ferguson's Manchester United if they clinch a fourth Premier League title in five seasons with a victory against Aston Villa on Sunday, according to manager Pep Guardiola. Ferguson's United sides achieved that feat three times, establishing themselves as the dominant force in English football during the Scot's … [Read more...] about Soccer – Title win will put Man City on a par with Ferguson’s United, says Guardiola