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Ancient warfare meets modern tech: 7,000-year-old sling stones unveiled in Singapore

These artifacts highlight the early sophistication of combat strategies and connect the dots between the dawn of warfare and today's advanced defense mechanisms.

Can you guess what the world's longest flight route will be in 2025?

The longest flight in the world, from New York to Singapore, is just under 19 hours. In 2025, another world record is expected to be broken in aviation.

By WALLA! TOURISM
26/01/2024
  (L-R) Ian Mak of Singapore, President Isaac Herzog

Singapore sends first resident ambassador to Israel amid Gaza war

Ian Mak of Singapore was among 16 new ambassadors who have presented their letters of credence since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war.

Israel-Hamas war: A view from Singapore on restoring deterrence

Israel must restore deterrence against Hamas and whatever may replace it in Gaza after its current leadership is destroyed. More vitally, Israel must restore deterrence against Iran and Hezbollah.

By BILAHARI KAUSIKAN
01/12/2023
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For Jewish teens in Asia, first BBYO convention in Singapore offers a rare sense of community

Participants explored some of Singapore’s most famous sites like the Jewel Changi Airport and the Gardens by the Bay.

By JORDYN HAIME/JTA
20/11/2023

What is the secret fruit behind great eye health?

There is fantastic news for those who aren’t fond of carrots - recent research from Singapore reveals that grapes can have a positive impact on your eye health. 

By WALLA!
25/10/2023

Singapore blows up 100 kg. bomb from World War 2

The war relic, which was unearthed last week, had been deemed unsafe to move and hence had to be disposed of on-site by the military.

By REUTERS
26/09/2023

Dozen Israelis make emergency landing in Malaysia on Emirates flight

The emergency landing was reportedly due to severe weather conditions. 

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Singapore executes woman for drug offense in a 20-year first

Djamani was the second person to be executed in Singapore this week over a drug offense, as 57-year-old Mohd Aziz bin Hussain had been executed a few days prior.

Israel-Singapore: A deep, dark, secret love affair

The tiny city-state of Singapore has a powerful military fist, not talked about but evident to hostile neighbors. And Israel played a crucial role in creating it. 

By SHLOMO MAITAL
15/07/2023
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