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Top banker vows loyalty to DEI at Tokyo Pride parade as Trump’s pushback rages
Few Japanese corporates have taken a clear position on US efforts to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion policies. Read ...
Trump rewarding loyalists with pardon spree
The US president’s power to pardon is one of the most absolute provisions of the Constitution. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Rwanda quits Central African bloc in dispute with Congo
KIGALI - Rwanda has said it would withdraw from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), underscoring ...
Over 20,000 devotees attend Sri Sivan Temple consecration, crowds almost break through barricades
SINGAPORE - Over 20,000 devotees gathered to witness the consecration of the Sri Sivan Temple on June 8. The Geylang East ...
Pussy Riot co-founder back in prison cell - at LA museum
She is staging a piece of performance art to raise awareness about the dangers of authoritarianism. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Restive Indian state Manipur orders curfew after fresh violence
Manipur has been rocked by periodic clashes between the Hindu Meitei majority and Christian Kuki community. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Local actress Pan Lingling’s son graduates with first-class honours
The actress takes to Instagram to affirm her firstborn's hard work, congratulating him on his graduation. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.