OSLO: The Norwegian security service PST has raised its terror alert to the highest level after a mass shooting left two people dead and many wounded during Pride week in Oslo. Acting PST chief Roger Berg called the shootings an "extreme Islamist terror act." He said the gunman, who was arrested shortly after the shootings, had a "long history of violence and threats." … [Read more...] about Norway terror alert raised after deadly mass shooting
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Countries should do much more together to prepare for next pandemic, says Singapore PM at Commonwealth leaders’ meeting
SINGAPORE, June 25 (The Straits Times/ANN): There is a pressing need for the international community to deepen cooperation ahead of the next pandemic, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong told his counterparts from more than 50 nations late on Friday (June 24). This includes working together to raise public health preparedness and response capabilities at the country level, PM Lee … [Read more...] about Countries should do much more together to prepare for next pandemic, says Singapore PM at Commonwealth leaders’ meeting
Bangkok’s new governor posts video of his maskless jog
While Thailand has earned a rap for its enthusiasm over face masks, one politician in Bangkok is celebrating the country’s removal of mask requirements in open spaces. Bangkok’s new Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has posted a video of himself on a daily jog through the city- with his face uncovered. In the video, Chadchart and a bunch of friends or colleagues wear matching … [Read more...] about Bangkok’s new governor posts video of his maskless jog