Gel manicures are popular in Singapore, but one of the ingredients used in many polishes has just been banned in the European Union. Duke-NUS’ Elyssa Liu weighs in.
Colombia’s ELN rebels face US drug threats amid push for peace talks
The US focus on drugs and nearby Venezuela brings an international dimension to what was an internal Colombian conflict.
Mexican mayor killed during Day of the Dead celebrations
A mayor in Mexico ‘s western state of Michoacan was shot dead in a plaza in front of dozens of people who had gathered for Day of the Dead festivities, authorities said.
Map: 6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.
Palestinians face hunger, cold and loss amid ongoing Israeli siege on Gaza
Despite the ceasefire, Israel’s strikes and severe restrictions on aid leave Gaza’s civilians struggling to survive.
Mexican mayor who waged war on cartels is slain while celebrating Day of the Dead – Los Angeles Times
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Trump’s military pressure on Maduro evokes Latin America’s coup-ridden past
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Netherlands to return stolen ancient sculpture to Egypt
The 3,500-year-old stone head was likely stolen during the Arab Spring uprising.
Netherlands to return stolen ancient sculpture to Egypt
The 3,500-year-old stone head was likely stolen during the Arab Spring uprising.
Remains of three more Israeli hostages returned
If confirmed that the bodies are those of three Israeli hostages, that would leave the bodies of eight deceased hostages remaining in Gaza.