Singapore All schools, madrasahs to reopen on Monday The National Environment Agency has forecast the next 24 hours to be in the low- to mid-section of the Unhealthy range. »

Asia Pacific Malaysia again shuts schools as Indonesian smoke thickens The Ministry of Education ordered schools shut on Monday in the capital and three states due to health concerns, the second time this month it has had to issue such an order. » World In America's birthplace, pope gives pep talk to immigrants Pope Francis, speaking on Saturday in America's birthplace, offered stout words of support to Hispanic and other immigrants in the United States, telling them not to be discouraged at a time when some prominent politicians are directing hostility toward them. » Singapore SMU unveils plan to become one of the top universities in Asia The "SMU Vision 2025" aims to develop the university into a world class institution. SMU President Arnoud De Meyer says that means having a credible reputation, top notch faculty and attracting the best students globally. »