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In this issue

November 03, 2024

40,000 new infant care, childcare places over next five years

Govt-backed outfits to cater to 80% of pre-schoolers, up from over 65% now

40,000 new infant care, childcare places over next five years

3 mins

Khamenei vows response to attacks on Iran, allies

Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowed on Nov 2 to retaliate against attacks by Israel and its ally, the United States, targeting Tehran and groups it supports in the region.

1 min

How old is too old to drive?

Some say age limit good for road safety, but others call them out for stereotyping

How old is too old to drive?

6 mins

More migrant workers learning CPR via SCDF, MOM

Such skills can help workers at worksites, members of the public during emergencies

More migrant workers learning CPR via SCDF, MOM

3 mins

60 people evacuated after gas leak detected in Tanjong Pagar

About 60 people were evacuated after a gas leak occurred in Tanjong Pagar on Nov 1.

1 min

Cash is still king for some hawkers despite 'go digital' push

Reasons they resist e-payments include fear of inconveniencing customers, lack of digital literacy

Cash is still king for some hawkers despite 'go digital' push

4 mins

Singapore drivers warned against using fake Malaysian plates for subsidised petrol

Drivers of Singapore-registered vehicles who use fake Malaysian licence plates to fill up their vehicles with RON95 petrol will be taken to task by the Malaysian authorities, according to Malaysian media outlets.

1 min

Sounds like a good idea: Earbuds that double as hearing aids

Apple AirPods Pro 2 could get more people to address their hearing issues earlier in life

Sounds like a good idea: Earbuds that double as hearing aids

2 mins

Harris, Trump rally in Milwaukee during final push in swing state Wisconsin

US Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump converged on Milwaukee on November 1 during their final scheduled visits to Wisconsin, a battleground state where neither of the presidential candidates has a lead and which is considered particularly essential to a Harris victory.

3 mins

Washington state activates National Guard in case of violence

The governor of Washington state is activating some members of the National Guard to be on standby following information and concerns regarding potential violence related to the 2024 election.

1 min

TRUMP CARD

Here's why America may double down on The Donald

TRUMP CARD

7 mins

Easy credit leads to financial strain on young Malaysian adults

PETALING JAYA - A live-in-the-moment mentality, paired with the convenience of easy credit and buy-now-pay-later schemes, is one of the factors fuelling a rise in debt among young people under 30, say financial experts.

2 mins

Philippine Senate's drug war probe turns into Rodrigo Duterte Show

Ex-president uses televised hearing to flex anew his political muscle, say analysts

Philippine Senate's drug war probe turns into Rodrigo Duterte Show

3 mins

COLOMBO'S CHINA CONUNDRUM

New Sri Lankan govt's approach to Beijing set to be 'balanced and practical': Analysts

COLOMBO'S CHINA CONUNDRUM

6 mins

'10 times cheaper'

Lower cost, shorter waits drawing more in Hong Kong to seek healthcare on mainland

'10 times cheaper'

4 mins

Japan urges 200,000 people to evacuate due to heavy rain

Nearly 200,000 people in western Japan were urged to evacuate on Nov 2 as the authorities warned of landslides and floods, while the remnants of a tropical storm trickled over the country.

1 min

Spain sends thousands more troops to flood-hit Valencia region

Hopes of finding survivors slim; 211 killed but dozens still unaccounted for

Spain sends thousands more troops to flood-hit Valencia region

3 mins

Americans in West Bank doubt US election will make a difference

As Palestinian-American entrepreneur Jamal Zaglul stood by his olive press at the end of harvest season in the occupied West Bank, his mind was far away on the Nov 5 US election.

Americans in West Bank doubt US election will make a difference

2 mins

US bid for truce in Lebanon fails ahead of Nov 5 election: Sources

Proposal said to be unrealistic with Israel insisting on ability to enforce truce directly

US bid for truce in Lebanon fails ahead of Nov 5 election: Sources

3 mins

Majority of US-Israeli settlers hope to see second Trump term

Less than a week before the United States chooses its next president, American citizens living in faraway Israel know exactly who they hope it will be: Republican candidate Donald Trump.

Majority of US-Israeli settlers hope to see second Trump term

2 mins

US intensifies enforcement of sanctions to throttle Russian evasion

It sanctions more firms, individuals alleged to have helped Moscow bypass restrictions

US intensifies enforcement of sanctions to throttle Russian evasion

5 mins

In Ukraine, hopes of war breakthrough slim whoever wins US election

For many Ukrainians, the outcome of the US election next week - and its impact on the war with Russia - feels less likely to be pivotal than it once did.

3 mins

UK murder trial: Details of British-Pakistani girl's abuse shock nation

LONDON - The trial of three family members accused of murdering a 10-year-old British-Pakistani girl has shocked Britain, as details of the horrific abuse she endured emerged in court.

2 mins

Morales' supporters storm Bolivia military barracks, take hostages

Ex-president says rape charges against him false and meant to stop his political return

Morales' supporters storm Bolivia military barracks, take hostages

3 mins

Badenoch elected new leader Of Britain's Conservative Party

LONDON - \"Anti-woke\" candidate Kemi Badenoch on Nov 2 won the vote to become the Conservative Party's new leader, replacing Mr Rishi Sunak who quit after the party's disastrous showing in the July general election in Britain.

Badenoch elected new leader Of Britain's Conservative Party

2 mins

Serbia opens probe into railway building disaster that killed 14

Serbia wound up a rescue operation and opened an investigation on Nov 2 into a roof collapse that killed 14 and injured three at a railway station in the northern city of Novi Sad.

1 min

Helping kids gain financial skills, scam awareness through games

Colourful booths reminiscent of retro arcade machines caught the eye of Chiong Tze Yu, 13, who pulled his father in to explore the area.

Helping kids gain financial skills, scam awareness through games

2 mins

3D-printed implant brings woman relief after years of jaw pain

This is a series that spotlights rare diseases or unusual conditions.

3D-printed implant brings woman relief after years of jaw pain

3 mins

Navigate malls and hospitals in Jurong with new app

It can highlight barrier-free routes, guide visually impaired users with audible blips

Navigate malls and hospitals in Jurong with new app

3 mins

Helping the neurodiverse to make 'messy' transition from school to work

Employers need to be more empathetic and put in place effective support systems, say patients and experts

Helping the neurodiverse to make 'messy' transition from school to work

8 mins

I took the trip every Mum dreams of. But it turned out differently

A solo trip to Seoul for some pampering made me realise 'Single Diane' is part of me, but in the past. It's time to fully embrace my identity as a parent.

I took the trip every Mum dreams of. But it turned out differently

4 mins

The 5AM Club for high achievers? A little later won't matter

From tech CEOs to cultural icons, early-morning routines have become ritualised for success. The key, perhaps, lies in maximising your time, your way.

The 5AM Club for high achievers? A little later won't matter

4 mins

Why you should go second-hand shopping on your next holiday

Souvenir hunting at vintage stores and flea markets can be a sustainable and meaningful way to feel more connected to the places you visit.

2 mins

Why you Should go second-hand shopping on your next holiday

Souvenir hunting at vintage stores and flea markets can be a sustainable and meaningful way to feel more connected to the places you visit.

Why you Should go second-hand shopping on your next holiday

2 mins

ADHD should not be treated as a disorder

Adapting schools and workplaces for it can help far more.

2 mins

Special needs kids learn money basics

High-school students Daniel Yeow Boon Howe and Nurizzah Nadhirah Abdulla, and their classmates visited a Daiso chain store recently to put their money management skills to the test.

Special needs kids learn money basics

3 mins

DOLLARS & SENSE

Cultivate good financial habits early so children will make wise money decisions

DOLLARS & SENSE

4 mins

The Intelligent Investor is still worth reading 75 years later

When investor Warren Buffett calls a book on investing \"by far the best book about investing ever written\", it is common sense to concede the point.

5 mins

Schooled in financial responsibility

Founder of fund management firm educates himself by reading corporate success stories

Schooled in financial responsibility

3 mins

The allure and dangers of 'buy now, pay later'

You could end up in debt if you don't keep track of your expenses and pay bills on time

The allure and dangers of 'buy now, pay later'

5 mins

Masayoshi Son may be the oddest of the oddball billionaires

In 2019, Elliott Management, an activist investment fund which had built up a 3 per cent stake in Softbank, demanded a meeting with the company's founder and chief executive officer Masayoshi Son.

Masayoshi Son may be the oddest of the oddball billionaires

4 mins

LUXURY BAGS AS ASSETS

Hermes' Birkin and Kelly bags give returns almost similar to S&P 500

LUXURY BAGS AS ASSETS

5 mins

One Smart Cookie the one to beat

Nov 3 South Africa (Greyville) form analysis

2 mins

KAH WINS FIRST VICTORIA DERBY

Drama-filled day also marks Rosehill with A$10m Golden Eagle won in stewards' room

KAH WINS FIRST VICTORIA DERBY

2 mins

Strong turnout for NY marathon despite Olympics

NEW YORK - A field packed with 2024 Olympians will descend on the year's final marathon Major in New York on Nov 3, with surprisingly few citing fatigue to opt out after the Paris Games this past summer.

2 mins

Blind runners feed off energy from the crowd

NEW YORK - Jasmine Murrell would not be able to marvel at the stunning skyline or the massive crowd while she takes part in her first New York City Marathon on Nov 3, but the blind runner intends to feed off the race's \"vibrations\".

Blind runners feed off energy from the crowd

2 mins

TAKING STING OUT OF HORNETS

Tatum responds to Williams' hard foul by leading the Celtics to 124-109 victory

TAKING STING OUT OF HORNETS

2 mins

GAUFF WANTS TO WITNESS CHANGE

American expects to see progress for women in Saudi Arabia from hosting of WTA Finals

GAUFF WANTS TO WITNESS CHANGE

2 mins

Mindset most important in tennis tiebreaks

NEW YORK - The WTA Finals in Riyadh brings together 2024's top players for one final showdown.

2 mins

SPURS AHEAD OF VILLA: EMERY

Villa manager says his team are underdogs as they try to compete with bigger-budget clubs

SPURS AHEAD OF VILLA: EMERY

2 mins

Dodgers and Decoy celebrate World Series title

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their World Series win on Nov 1 at a rousing victory parade in downtown Los Angeles, basking in festivities they were denied when the team won the 2020 baseball championship during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Dodgers and Decoy celebrate World Series title

2 mins

THE TIME IS NOW FOR AMBITIOUS AMORIM

Sporting boss given 3 days to accept United job after appeal to join end of season denied

THE TIME IS NOW FOR AMBITIOUS AMORIM

2 mins

Ten Hag cherishes United memories

LONDON - Erik ten Hag has wished Manchester United fans \"nothing but success, trophies and glory\" after his sacking following a poor start to the season.

2 mins

New boss has to achieve success with Mancunian swagger

Another Manchester United manager.

2 mins

Isak winner hurts edgeless Arsenal's title ambitions

LONDON - Newcastle United put a huge dent in Arsenal's title aspirations on Nov 2, after clinching a 1-0 English Premier League victory at St James' Park.

Isak winner hurts edgeless Arsenal's title ambitions

2 mins

FLAWLESS DOUGLASS

American wins World Cup title with perfect record; medley king Marchand is top male

FLAWLESS DOUGLASS

3 mins

LISTING LARGE

These realtors give a peek into the world of handling ultra-expensive residential properties

LISTING LARGE

10+ mins

Gen Z start-up launches Singapore's first menopause festival

Femtech start-up Surety's co-founders were inspired by their mums' experiences

Gen Z start-up launches Singapore's first menopause festival

6 mins

My hearse is a 'sports car'

Let's Talk About Death is a five-episode docuseries that follows millennials and their loved ones as they navigate end-of-life planning, and it starts honest conversations about death and dying well.

My hearse is a 'sports car'

1 min

Slaying' with Gen Z marketing

More government ministries and public institutions are embracing a worldwide social media trend, in which Gen Z interns write the marketing script for their older colleagues to present

Slaying' with Gen Z marketing

5 mins

French author's swansong proves conservatives create great art too

Purportedly his final novel, Michel Houellebecq's Annihilation is a wide-ranging vehicle for communicating his views from religion to death

French author's swansong proves conservatives create great art too

3 mins

Andre Aciman's My Roman Year a transporting memoir of adolescent exile

Most people remember their adolescence by its major furniture pieces lengthy school years, overstated rebellion, early pangs of desire.

Andre Aciman's My Roman Year a transporting memoir of adolescent exile

2 mins

Malaysian writer tackles trauma, female rage with sensitivity

Included in the beginning of the book by Malaysian author Hanna Alkaf is a list of trigger warnings, a much appreciated touch as the story touches on trauma and its effects.

Malaysian writer tackles trauma, female rage with sensitivity

2 mins

Singapore Land Authority chief finds life lessons in memoirs and business books

Who: Colin Low, 48, chief executive of Singapore Land Authority (SLA). He joined SLA in 2021 after more than 20 years in the private sectors of real estate and hospitality.

Singapore Land Authority chief finds life lessons in memoirs and business books

3 mins

From making tamales to starting a Mexican eatery, mum's the word

Making tamales stirred up memories of Ms Maribel Colmenares' late mother, so much so that she could not stop crying as she prepared the traditional Mexican staple for her home-based business.

From making tamales to starting a Mexican eatery, mum's the word

5 mins

Is that hairy crab you ordered the real deal?

The prized crustacean is in season, with most restaurants getting their produce from Yangcheng Lake or Lake Tai in China

Is that hairy crab you ordered the real deal?

3 mins

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