India, Pakistan exchange tit-for-tat attacks, sparking fears of escalation | S’porean among 133 cardinals choosing the new pope

Plus: Man at dinner with Fujian gang member Su Haijin wrongly identified as Wilmar chairman | If this e-mail is not displayed properly, click here. THURSDAY, MAY 08 2025 Jonathan Wong Assistant Newsletter Editor Good morning, India and Pakistan are teetering on the edge of open conflict, after the Indian military struck deep within Pakistan in the early hours yesterday in retaliation for a terrorist attack that killed 26 civilians in India-administered Kashmir in April. In other news, Cardinal William Goh is one of 133 cardinals from about 70 countries – and the first Singaporean – choosing the new pope in the papal election that started yesterday at the Vatican. The first vote ended with no decision and voting continues today. Stay on top of the news with Newsie, ST's Telegram bot. Asia India, Pakistan exchange tit-for-tat attacks, sparking fears of escalation The clash has evoked nationalist fervour in both countries. Singapore Man at dinner with Fujian gang member Su Haijin wrongly identified as Wilmar chairman The commodities giant said the man in the photos is not Mr Kuok Khoon Hong. Singapore S'pore's aviation sector remains 'bright spot', employs 36,000 workers: Chee Hong Tat This means Singapore's aviation workforce has crossed levels recorded before the pandemic. Asia China, US begin diplomatic dance in restarting trade talks This will be their first publicly known trade talks since the US ratcheted up tariffs on Chinese goods this year. Tech ST Explains: How will Trump tariffs affect prices of your Netflix, Spotify subscriptions? Experts believe price jumps are on the horizon. Business Isetan Tampines to shutter in Nov 2025 Two outlets Isetan Scotts and Isetan Serangoon Central will continue operations. Opinion Inside the PAP's GE2025 playbook – and why rivals should take notes Municipal and national upgrading programmes resonated significantly with voters, writes Bhavan Jaipragas. Singapore S'porean William Goh among 133 cardinals choosing the new pope The 67-year-old head of the Catholic Church here also has a shot at becoming the next pope. Life Breaking barriers in Hollywood: The S'porean creatives changing the face of entertainment From cinematography and animation to composing and acting, they are thriving in Tinseltown. Singapore Two arrested after video of brutal assault goes viral on Facebook; machetes, axe seized by police A video of the assault posted on Facebook on May 6 has since garnered 1.4 million views. MOST POPULAR 1. Ng Chee Meng addresses Su Haijin photo, controversial MOE dialogue; asks not to be given govt role 2. Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat don't know Fujian gang member Su Haijin personally: Statement 3. Dozens killed as India, Pakistan clash in worst violence in decades If you received this newsletter from someone, sign up here to get daily updates right in your inbox! If you have any feedback, please drop us an e-mail at st-newsletters@sph.com.sg Sign up for more free newsletters from The Straits Times here. Manage subscription here.