Thousands of Ho Chi Minh City residents celebrated the opening of the city’s first metro line, with long queues at stations and excited passengers taking selfies. The $1.7bn project, funded by Japanese government loans, took 17 years to complete, facing numerous delays. Despite concerns about its limited impact on traffic congestion, the metro marks a historic achievement for the city’s urban development.
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Centre StageRula Shadid, a refugee law expert and co-director of the Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy, discusses the global perception of Palestine and the complicity of Western nations in Israel’s actions in Gaza, emphasizing that international silence allows these atrocities and the illegal occupation of Palestinian territories to continue. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreSINGAPORE: The Ministry of Law announced board appointment changes at the Singapore Land Authority, appointing Loh Lik Peng as chairman and filmmaker Boo Junfeng as a new board member. The outgoing chairman, Yeoh Oon Jin, was recognized for his contributions, including advancing digital processes and community-focused property transformations. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA historic hay run in Western Australia successfully delivered nearly 6000 bales of hay to over 400 drought-affected farming families in South Australia, organized by Farmers Across Borders and Need for Feed. This record-breaking convoy of 86 trucks, which traveled over 1300km, aimed to alleviate financial pressure on farmers and support the welfare of approximately 450,000 livestock. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA senior Hamas official, Ali Baraka, accused Israel of using claims of a "humanitarian truce" to mislead international opinion while committing violence against Palestinians in Gaza, where many are suffering from starvation. He urged global and humanitarian bodies to intervene, criticizing the silence surrounding Israel's actions as complicity in ongoing atrocities against civilians. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePrince William and 10-year-old Princess Charlotte celebrated England's victory in the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Final, where they triumphed over Spain in a penalty shootout. Charlotte, who signed off a royal statement congratulating the Lionesses, was seen displaying a range of emotions throughout the match, reflecting the nation's excitement and pride. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePolice say they are working to identify deceased suspect.In a mass shooting at Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok, five security guards were killed and one person injured; the suspect reportedly took his own life. Authorities are investigating the motive, including possible links to ongoing border clashes with Cambodia, as they work to identify the shooter. Want More Context? 🔎
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