Lin Suling

Jan 19, 2025 | straitstimes.com | Lin Suling |Shannon Teoh |Mara Cepeda |Linda Yulisman

US President Joe Biden leaves office with a mixed legacy in South-east Asia, but his successor might not fare better. PHOTO: AFP– As US President Joe Biden hands over the keys to the White House to Donald Trump, observers say South-east Asia has emerged as a key winner over the past four years as US-China rivalry intensified. The gains can be quantified, to some extent, in dollars and cents. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.

Jan 8, 2025 | straitstimes.com | Lin Suling

and BRUSSELS - US President-elect Donald Trump has repeated threats that unless Hamas, the Palestinian militant organisation, agrees to a ceasefire in the Gaza war and releases the Israeli and US citizens it currently holds hostage by the time Trump is sworn into office on Jan 20, “all hell will break out” in the Middle East.

Dec 6, 2024 | straitstimes.com | Lin Suling

Perhaps because of her colossal popularity, Labubu has also seen her fair share of detractors who just can’t wrap their heads around the mania. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG Updated Dec 07, 2024, 05:00 AM Published Dec 07, 2024, 05:00 AM She’s taken Singapore by storm. Spotted with a slew of celebrities including BlackPink’s Lisa, she’s sparked long queues in Bangkok, Manila and Jakarta. Already a subscriber?

Dec 4, 2024 | straitstimes.com | Lin Suling |Walter Sim

SINGAPORE/TOKYO – A botched attempt by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to impose martial law calls into question the country’s reliability as a major security partner, at a time when South Korea is playing an increasingly significant role in regional affairs.

Dec 2, 2024 | straitstimes.com | Lin Suling |Jonathan Eyal

LONDON - The United States and its European allies have called for “de-escalation” in Syria after Islamic fighters conquered significant parts of the country’s north, threatening to topple Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime.