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Facebook Plans to Ban Political Ads Before US Election: Report

Hundreds of companies have halted advertising on Facebook due to the unchecked spread of disinformation.

Jul 11, 2020

By IANS

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Singapore GE2020: PAP Gets Supermajority but Social Media Popularity Helps WP Win 10 Seats

PM Lee Hsien Loong's party sees a dip in popular votes as Opposition Workers' Party gets 10 seats.

Jul 11, 2020

By Krishnendu Banerjee

Singapore GE2020: Sample Count Indicates Close Fight in East Coast GRC as WP Hammers On PAP in Sengkang

Apart from Aljunied GRC and Hougang SMC, WP leads in newly formed Sengkang GRC that includes Dr Jamus Lim and Raeesah Khan with 53 percent of votes

Jul 11, 2020

By Krishnendu Banerjee

Singapore Sees Over 96% Turnout in General Election 2020 Despite Coronavirus Pandemic

For the first time in the country's history, polling time was extended by two hours as a result of long queues due to a shortage of disposable gloves

Jul 10, 2020

By Krishnendu Banerjee

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Joe Biden Lays Out Economic Plan, Questions Trump's Competency

The 77-year-old former Vice President officially secured the Democratic presidential nomination in June

Jul 10, 2020

By IANS

US Supreme Court Rules Half of Oklahoma As Native American Land

The ruling means that some tribe members found guilty in state courts for offenses committed on the land at issue can now challenge their convictions

Jul 10, 2020

By IANS

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Another Twist in Malaysian Power Play, Mahathir Mohamad Forms New Bloc with 5 MPs, Supports Shafie Apdal for PM

Former PM is trying to outwit his former associate Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Coalition by trying to woo away Shafie Apdal and his Warisan party.

Jul 10, 2020

By Akshay Saraswat

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Nancy Pelosi Criticized For Dismissive Statement on the Defacing of Columbus Statue

Baltimore Mayor Bernard Young says he is not going to tolerate the destruction of the statue.

Jul 10, 2020

By Gaurav Mishra

He's Always Going to be For Us: Trump on Kanye West's Presidential Bid

Trump has brushed off reports of American rapper Kanye West's claim that he no longer supports the President.

Jul 10, 2020

By IANS

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US Green Lights Potential Sale of F-35B Fighter Jets to Japan

F-35B fighter jets can help amphibious assault ships acquire aggressive combat traits similar to aircraft carriers.

Jul 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

TikTok Halts Service in Hong Kong Following New Security Law

TikTok had hinted earlier this week that it could exit Hong Kong in the wake of the new security law that allows authorities to police online content.

Jul 10, 2020

By R. Ghosh

Facebook

Kim Jong Un's Sister Rules Out Another Summit with Donald Trump

After US Secretary of State suggested a renewal of the peace process, Kim Yo Jong has shattered his and President Donald Trump's hopes.

Jul 10, 2020

By Akshay Saraswat

Supreme Court Rules Trump's Financial Records Can Go To Prosecutor, But Not Congress

Trump has fought tenaciously to keep his tax returns and other elements of his finances secret.

Jul 10, 2020

By Reuters

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Singapore GE2020: From Time Band to Constituency and Booths, Here is All About July 10 Election

People can check the status of the queue online, allowed to vote at specific time mentioned in the time-band. Here is all you need to know about July 10 general election in Singapore.

Jul 9, 2020

By Suman Priya Mendonca

Coronavirus

US Supreme Court to Rule if President Trump Can Keep His Tax Details Secret

Trump has refused to release his tax returns and other documents that could provide details on his wealth.

Jul 9, 2020

By Reuters

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