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  Singapore is a country that was reclaimed from water but stands out as an economic hub rocking the entire South East Asia. The country came into existence after it was expelled from being part of Malaysia on 9 th August 1965. Modern buildings, rapid development and economic prowess enables Singapore to stand tall among many countries across the World.  Apart from the main Island, Singapore has 63 different Islands.  What makes Singapore a unique Country Singapore is among the 20 smallest countries in the world. The main road traversing the country is 42km long and 23 km wide. The country's landmass is around 683km 2 . Singapore is the only country globally, that set a maximum limit for all buildings at 280m. OUB Centre, UOB Plaza and Republic Plaza were constructed to attain the maximum regulated limit.  However, Tanjong Pagar Center was granted special permission in 2016 and surpassed the limit to be 290m high. The national language in Singapore is Malay. English, Chinese, Mala

U kraine’s Minister for digital transformation Mykhailo Federov is heavily relying on technology to brave Russian attack.  Mykhailo Federov operates from an underground shelter in a concealed site in Kyiv, while Ukraine’s President Voldymyr Zelensky joins the military forces for physical confrontation above. Federov turned the sedate government Twitter handle into a social media mortar that’s persuading world’s authoritative tech companies to close business in Russia as a protest against Russian incursion in Ukraine. Federov is urging tech-gurus like Elon Musk to deploy satellites for the benefit of Ukrainians. He uses his smartphone to reach out to the world. His tweet triggered Musk to react within 48 hours and attuned his pattern of Starlink satellites and dispatched a volume of internet-ready Starlink terminals to Ukraine. The service is crucial in the stability of internet services should the telecommunication networks be dismantled. However, Musk warned that Russian missiles migh

R ussians showed solidarity with the world in condemning Putin’s full-scale attack on Ukraine. This was after a video went viral showing the recording of a Ukrainian soldier showing the Snake Island, moments before it was fired by Russian troops . 13 soldiers lost their lives on the spot, including the soldier who live-streamed the video. Later on, Ukrainian soldiers were captured on video burning their documents outside the Ukraine Defense headquarters in Kiev. People in Russia have stormed the streets to protest against Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Hundreds of anti-war protesters were arrested in Moscow.  Ukrainian authorities claim that they have lost control of Chernobyl nuclear site after a fiery clash with Russian troops. The worst nuclear disaster in 1986 occurred at Chernobyl. Russia waged a full-scale war on Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Russia President Vladimir Putin had earlier refuted claims of impending attack, but later on claimed that the war was inevitable. Zelensky

R ussia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine, after US and NATO failed to acknowledge Moscow’s security worry regarding Ukraine becoming a NATO member. Russia’s full-blown invasion on Ukraine Russia launched a series of airstrikes targeting Ukraine as civilians flee and scampered for safety. Ukraine announced its cut of diplomatic ties with Russia after the first attack. A statement from Moscow revealed that Russia had destroyed Ukrainian Airbases and Air Defenses. On the other end, Ukrainian Military claimed that they have shot down around 6 Russian planes and killed about forty of the Russian troops. There was tension in Kyiv as residents thronged ATMs and gas stations.  US and UK are among countries that have already imposed sanctions on Russia after it launched its attack on Ukraine. The European Union (EU) has also hit Russia with renewed sanctions after intrusion. US President Joe Biden met leaders of the G7, alongside US officials and allies on Thursday where they agreed to im

Macron became the first leader of a major European country to meet Putin since Russia sent its troops near Ukrainian border. French President Emmanuel Macron has revealed details of his discussions with his Russian counterpart Vladmir Putin . The two leaders met on Monday. Macron disclosed that Putin had assured him that Russia had no plans to invade Ukraine, noting that he had just assembled a battery of more than 100,000 soldiers around its borders. It is claimed that Russia annexed Ukrane’s Southern Crimea Peninsula eight years ago escalating tension between the two neighboring countries. Ukrainian nationals have been displaying mock drills in Chernobyl in preparation for Russian intrusion. Ukranian government is reportedly accused by Moscow over its failure to honor the Minsk treaty that was sponsored by France and Germany in their efforts to restore peace.  According to BBC reports, at least 14,000 people have been killed since 2014. Media reports quoted NATO alleging that Russi

I srael Palestine conflict came to a tumultuous halt after Egypt brokered a truce on Thursday. The end of war came in the wake of increased international call for ceasefire. Egyptian brokered ceasefire came into effect on Friday. News of ceasefire was met with celebration from Palestinians. Hundreds gathered to celebrate end of conflict at Al Aqsa Mosque after Morning Prayer. Israel stated that Egypt pleaded for the end in conflict and the agreement “will be mutual and unconditional”. Some leaders have criticized Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over destroying infrastructures in Gaza.  Israel security Cabinet approved the truce to ending offensive on Gaza after heeding to Egypt’s demand. Egypt plans to send delegation to Israel and Palestine to monitor upholding of ceasefire. According to Al Jazeera News Network, 233 Palestinians have succumbed to Israel attacks, including 65 children. Rockets fired from Gaza have killed 12 people in Israel within the 11 horrible d

You may be wondering the type of technology that Israel is using to bomb specific Gaza buildings believed to be terrorist hideouts, or even intercepting rockets directed to them from Gaza. Israel Military has been using Iron Dome mobile all-weather air defense system to defend itself against its enemies. However, Israel attack on Gaza has been widely condemned as UN Security Council deliberate on how to broker ceasefire. What Air Dome does  Israel Iron Dome technology is a multi-mission mobile air defense system that has the ability to intercept artilleries, rockets, mortar and precision guided munitions such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, aircrafts and short range air defense systems.  In Israel Palestine conflict , Iron Dome has been used by Israel to reduce the number of civilian fatalities from Gaza propelled rocket attacks. The deployment of Iron Dome was as a result of $205 expedited funding process approved by the US House of Representatives in 2010. The system tha

I srael seem to have fluctuated their ways of attacking Gaza .  The Israel military were reportedly shifting their points of target as Israel Palestine war worsened. Apart from targeting media outlets, the military started attacking health facilities. Israel military revealed that it was targeting Hamas leaders, infrastructure linked to Hamas and the militant group that governs Gaza. The army confirmed the bombing of the homes of both Yahya Sinwar and Muhammad Sinwar, believed to be the head of logistics and manpower for Hamas. Is Israel out to destroy the entire Hamas? Al Jazeera reported that there are 13 families, not persons, in Hamas that have been completely wiped in the ongoing Israel – Palestine fight.  UN Security Council Discusses Israel – Palestine Conflict UN held an open virtual meeting on Sunday to discuss Israel - Palestine confrontation . UN Secretary General Antonio Guteress opened the meeting by describing the clash as “utterly appalling” and called for a

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning against Palestine. Netanyahu disclosed on Friday that the ongoing military operation against Palestine militants would endure for “as long as necessary”. The Prime Minister added that Hamas would pay the ultimate prize, just like any other “terrorist groups”. On its part, Hamas is not willing to surrender. Hamas military spokesman asserted that they were ready to instill Israel’s army “harsh lessons”. Netanyahu plans to introduce an “administrative detention order” for protesters. The controversial directive would allow officials to detain people for a long time without being charged.  Netanyahu battled critics, after an inconclusive election in March. Attempts to form a coalition to replace Netanyahu were futile following the withdrawal of right-wing leader from the negotiations.  US President Joe Biden has support Israel's move to defend its territory from external militants. Secretary of State Anthon