Singapore
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Air India mandates drug testing for all pilots after captain tests positive for marijuana
Air India requires all pilots to undergo mandatory drug tests starting August 13 following a captain's positive marijuana test after a flight incident.
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Six men charged for roles in unlicensed moneylending syndicate in Singapore
Six men aged 26 to 39 were charged for involvement in an unlicensed moneylending syndicate after raids across Singapore on August 12, 2026.
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Tata Sons chairman Chandrasekaran to step down in February 2026 amid $120 billion plan uncertainty
Natarajan Chandrasekaran announced he will step down as Tata Sons chairman in February 2026, raising questions over the $120 billion investment program.
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Leicester City owners seek over £200 million to sell club and assets
Leicester City's Thai owners King Power have put the club and associated assets up for sale with an asking price over £200 million.
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South Korea boosts housing fund to 47.8 trillion won, supports young homebuyers
South Korea raised construction financing to 47.8 trillion won and expanded loans for young and newlywed homebuyers on August 13, 2026.
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Singtel Q1 net profit falls 71% to S$818 million; underlying profit rises 21%
Singtel's net profit for Q1 2026 dropped 71.6% to S$818 million due to non-recurrence of last year's Airtel stake sale gains, while underlying profit grew 21%.
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Over 2.4 Million Singaporeans to Receive Enhanced Cost-of-Living Payment from September 9
More than 2.4 million adult Singaporeans will automatically receive special payments of S$400 to S$600 starting September 9, 2026.
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FIFA members to decide Gianni Infantino's future at 2027 election in Morocco
FIFA’s 211 member associations will vote on president Gianni Infantino’s future at the March 18, 2027 election in Rabat, CAF president Patrice Motsepe said.
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Hull City sign Senegal defender Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano for club record fee
Hull City signed Senegalese left-footed centre-back Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano on a five-year deal for a club record fee.
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LIV Golf cancels $40M Michigan team championship, ending season early
LIV Golf canceled its $40 million Michigan team championship set for Aug 27-30, raising fresh questions about the league's future.
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Over 500 Fake Websites Impersonating Singapore MHA, Home Team Agencies Taken Down
More than 500 fake websites posing as Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs and Home Team agencies were detected and removed in early August 2026.
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Russia Blames Ukrainian Attacks for Rising Global Food Prices and Grain Shortages
Russia accused Ukraine of escalating global food price rises by targeting grain infrastructure and exports in recent strikes.
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FIFA faces crisis of trust; calls grow for governance reforms amid Infantino controversy
FIFPRO Europe president David Terrier said FIFA needs sweeping governance reforms amid a trust crisis sparked by Infantino’s World Cup rights plan.
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Everton forward Martin Sherif charged with 61 alleged betting breaches by FA
Everton forward Martin Sherif was charged by the FA for allegedly placing 61 bets on football matches over 15 months.
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Youri Tielemans joins Manchester United from Aston Villa on five-year deal
Youri Tielemans moved to Manchester United in July 2026 from Aston Villa on a £35 million five-year contract.
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Singapore leaders reflect on elected presidency, GRC, and NCMP laws after decades of use
Former Deputy Prime Minister S. Jayakumar and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong discussed the origins and effectiveness of Singapore’s elected presidency, GRC, and NCMP schemes.
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Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s Flores Island, killing at least 47
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake hit off Flores Island, Indonesia, on August 15, causing at least 47 deaths and widespread damage.
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JPMorgan raises Singapore stock target to 7,000 amid strong economic growth
JPMorgan raised its target for Singapore stocks, citing robust growth and narrowing valuation gaps.
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Memphis Depay claims Corinthians breached contract after refusing extension
Memphis Depay accused Corinthians of breaching an agreement after the club chose not to extend his contract despite a prior renewal deal.
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Samsung and SK Hynix shares surge over 8% on Temasek investment report
Shares of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix jumped more than 8% after reports that Temasek plans direct investment in the chipmakers.
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Alexis Sanchez signs with CF Montreal through 2027 MLS season
Veteran Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez joined CF Montreal, signing through the 2027 season with an option for 2027-28.
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CoreWeave reports $2.58B Q2 revenue, raises 2026 spending plan amid AI cloud demand
CoreWeave beat Q2 revenue estimates with $2.58 billion and raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast due to strong AI cloud demand.
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Seven healthcare workers on trial for ignoring warning signs before Maradona’s death
Seven healthcare professionals on trial in Argentina are accused of negligence contributing to Diego Maradona's 2020 death.
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Matthias Jaissle named Newcastle United manager amid key player exits
Matthias Jaissle was appointed Newcastle United manager in August 2026 after Eddie Howe's departure last month amid significant player losses.