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Singapore Looks to Host Central-Bank Gold Reserves to Boost Hub

Singapore is planning to expand its gold-storage capacity to become a custodian of bullion held by foreign central banks, part of a broader push by the city-state to compete with Hong Kong as a regional hub for the precious metal.

2 boats carrying aid to Cuba reported missing by Mexico

Since last week, activists from several countries have left Mexican ports on vessels loaded with food and other supplies for Cuba, which faces a humanitarian crisis in the face of a U.S.-imposed fuel embargo.

GPS disruptions, mine warnings: How Indian ships navigate Hormuz amid Gulf tensions

Indian seafarers face severe GPS disruptions and warnings of underwater mines while navigating the Strait of Hormuz. Repeated radio broadcasts from Iran's IRGC Navy forbid passage, forcing reliance on manual navigation in the volatile and dangerous waterway. The situation is unprecedented, with flam...

Eid al Adha 2026 UAE: Expected dates, holidays and much more

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up for one of its most anticipated public holidays of 2026, with residents poised to enjoy an extended break for Eid Al Adha.  Eid Al Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice”, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedienc...

Talha Anjum, fiancée Zoiea Karim celebrate first Eid together in London

Young Stunners rapper releases new single '2am in London' amid frequent visits to fiancée

गोरखपुर में जाफर अली शाह 'मासूम' की मजार पर बुलडोजर एक्शन, सरकारी जमीन को कराया गया कब्जा मुक्त

Heavy rain hits UAE: Watch overflowing wadis as water levels rise

Loved ones of flight attendant missing in Colombia speak out: "I'm missing like a part of me"

Eric Fernado Gutierrez Molina, an American Airlines flight attendant, went missing March 21, in Medellín, Colombia. His partner and his best friend spoke with CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides about the disappearance.

Hong Kong slams UK for undermining city’s rule of law with calls to release Jimmy Lai

Hong Kong has condemned the United Kingdom for undermining the city’s rule of law and meddling in local affairs after British authorities pledged to use “every opportunity” to press for the release of former media boss Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, who was jailed for 20 years over national security offences....

Riders can go offline without consequences during heavy rains, say UAE delivery firms

جنگنده‌ها بر فراز شهرها؛ صدای انفجار‌‌های شدید در دست‌کم هشت استان ایران پیچید

از بامداد جمعه هفتم فروردین، گزارش‌ها و پیام‌های ارسالی شهروندان به ایران‌اینترنشنال از پرواز جنگنده‌ها و شنیده شدن صدای انفجار در شماری از شهرهای دست‌کم هشت استان ایران خبر می‌دهد.

Video: Jaipur woman vandalises motorcycle after biker accidentally hits her cab

Video Jaipur woman vandalises motorcycle after biker accidentally hits her cab

Asia News Wrap: Philippines declares national emergency, and more

Here are a few stories from around Asia you may have missed this week.

Repatriation of Afghans via Torkham resumes

KHYBER: Deportation and return of undocumented Afghan nationals via the Torkham border resumed on Thursday after the border was reopened for one-way pedestrian movement following its month-long closure due to clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Officials at a temporary transit point establishe...

As haze returns to Singapore, is crisis ‘quietly accepted’ by Asean as inevitable?

In recent weeks, Singaporean Cindy has been troubled by an odour lingering in the air during her evening walks to the gym. “It’s the same situation every year, but I would say that the fogginess and burning smell have been getting stronger for the last year or so,” said the 33-year-old resident who...

Look: Community pantries return in the Philippines amid fuel crisis, aiding drivers, riders

PMD warns of thunderstorms, hailstorm across Sindh on Saturday

Westerly wave brings lightning, crop damage risk as PMD issues warning for multiple districts across province

Ram Navami 2026 in Ayodhya: Surya Tilak at Ram Janmabhoomi temple, timings, rituals and celebration

Ram Navami 2026 is celebrated on March 27 in Ayodhya, marking Lord Rama's birth. Devotees honor his teachings and values. A special Surya Tilak ritual will occur at noon, with sunlight illuminating the Ram Lalla deity's forehead. This spectacular event will be broadcast live for all to witness.

Amid Hormuz closure, LPG vessel Jag Vasant docks in Gujarat

Amid Hormuz closure LPG vessel Jag Vasant docks in Gujarat

Nadra set to get powers to block CNICs as Senate panel okays bill

• Amendments aimed at dealing swiftly with ‘criminals’ trying to evade legal proceedings• Nacta briefs committee on counter-extremism efforts ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Interior on Thursday passed a government bill allowing the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) to...