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France’s Macron unveils voluntary military service amid ‘accelerating threats’

France's President Emmanuel Macron reviews the troops during the Bastille Day military parade on the Avenue Foch with the Arc de Triomphe in background, in Paris, France on July 14, 2024.  LUDOVIC MARIN/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
France's President Emmanuel Macron reviews the troops during the Bastille Day military parade on the Avenue Foch with the Arc de Triomphe in background, in Paris, France on July 14, 2024.  LUDOVIC MARIN/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo

Amos Yee released from US prison; sex offender faces deportation

The Ministry of Defence said Amos Yee will be charged for his offences under the Enlistment Act if he is deported and returns to Singapore.
The Ministry of Defence said Amos Yee will be charged for his offences under the Enlistment Act if he is deported and returns to Singapore.

Life, personal injury coverage for Mindef, MHA personnel to increase by $50,000 from Nov 1

All full-time national servicemen are enrolled into the group insurance scheme.
All full-time national servicemen are enrolled into the group insurance scheme.

Mexico confirms case of New World screwworm in northern state, USDA says

FILE PHOTO: A sample of screwworms collected in the morning are displayed at the veterinary clinic as the Mexican government and ranchers struggle to control the spread of this flesh-eating pest, in Tapachula, Chiapas state, Mexico July 4, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A sample of screwworms collected in the morning are displayed at the veterinary clinic as the Mexican government and ranchers struggle to control the spread of this flesh-eating pest, in Tapachula, Chiapas state, Mexico July 4, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril/File Photo

IPPT, NS FIT sessions at Maju Camp to move to new CMPB facility

NSmen looking to fulfil their annual fitness requirements will head to the Fitness and Conditioning Centre at the new Central Manpower Base instead.
NSmen looking to fulfil their annual fitness requirements will head to the Fitness and Conditioning Centre at the new Central Manpower Base instead.

All recruits at BMTC will be trained to fly drones and counter them: Chan Chun Sing

Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing visiting the Basic Military Training Centre on Pulau Tekong on Aug 4. Also present is accompanied by Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad (left).
Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing visiting the Basic Military Training Centre on Pulau Tekong on Aug 4. Also present is accompanied by Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad (left).

Khatib Camp to make way for housing, with its functions moving to Amoy Quee Camp

Khatib Camp was built in 1983, and is the headquarters of the Singapore Artillery.
Khatib Camp was built in 1983, and is the headquarters of the Singapore Artillery.

More police NSFs may be recruited to tackle online scams

Special Constable (SC) Irfan Daniyal Mohammad Shaarin, 21, likened scouring social media for scam activity to being a hunter in a jungle.
Special Constable (SC) Irfan Daniyal Mohammad Shaarin, 21, likened scouring social media for scam activity to being a hunter in a jungle.

Forum: NS training fosters common identity, shared commitment to keep S’pore safe

Women’s rights face ‘full-on assault’ due to UN and aid funding cuts

FILE PHOTO: A woman takes part in a protest to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, in Santiago, Chile, November 25, 2024. REUTERS/Sofía Yanjarí/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A woman takes part in a protest to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, in Santiago, Chile, November 25, 2024. REUTERS/Sofía Yanjarí/File Photo

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