Oman has ordered state-owned companies to accelerate the process of replacing foreign staff with Omani nationals, especially in senior positions, to create more jobs for its citizens. The finance ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s what life looks like right now in Singapore, where an outbreak in migrant worker dormitories has led to new lockdown measures
Singapore extended "circuit breaker" measures through June 1 and put a stop to more services, such as grass-cutting. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Was a Coronavirus Success Story—Until an Outbreak Showed How Vulnerable Workers Can Fall Through the Cracks
Asadul Alam Asif has watched nervously as Singapore reported more and more COVID-19 cases in migrant workers’ dormitories like the one where he lives. The 28-year-old Bangladeshi technician counted ... ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, Spy Robots Make Social Distancing Reinforcement Like Something Out of a Movie
R3 roams public spaces and reminds citizens that to prevent the spread of COVID-19, "gathering in public parks are not allowed." ... ( read original story ...)
Lockdown lifts in Lebanon, protests erupt over economic crises
After coronavirus restrictions were eased, protests resumed full-force in Lebanon against the country's worsening economic situation. The weeks-long lockdown threw tens of thousands more people out of ... ( read original story ...)
As Lebanon’s Crisis Deepens, Politicians Trade Blame
Lebanese politicians who have led their country into financial disaster are squabbling over who is to blame, stirring up old rivalries that may spell even deeper trouble ahead. Lebanon faces its ... ( read original story ...)
In Israel, the Betrayal that Made Netanyahu King
The deal includes a commitment to pass new legislation that ensures Netanyahu stays in power, despite facing trial for multiple corruption charges. It will also allow the criminal defendant ... ( read original story ...)
IDF honors pre-state fighters on Israel’s 72nd Independence Day
Before the creation of the IDF, the Jewish community was defended by Palmach and other Jewish self-defense groups. ( read original story ...)
Palestinians slam Saudi TV series promoting ties with Israel
Umm Haroun and Exit 7 spark anger among Palestinians, who say the series promote normalising ties with Israel. ( read original story ...)
Roy Williams recalls Michael Jordan running 4.38 40-yard dash as North Carolina sophomore
UNC coach Roy Williams can remember Michael Jordan's unofficial 40-yard dash time from his sophomore year: 4.38. ( read original story ...)