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Singapore's turbulent beginnings were crucial in forging our path to stability

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong spoke of Singapore's journey and lessons in building its institutions, economy and society in a speech delivered on Nov 12 at the annual Edwin L. Godkin Lecture at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. Here is an excerpt from his speech.

Motorists Many inconsiderate

On Nov 10, I was already halfway across a zebra crossing when a car just zoomed past without stopping.

Letter of the day Make haze info comprehensive and easy for all to understand

Singapore continues to grapple with the recurring threat of haze.

The gyms are more than just a place to work out

Prior to stepping into an ActiveSG gym about a little more than a year ago, the mental image I had was of an old, run-down gym with limited old and battered equipment.

Should we be fretting over AI's feelings?

Companies are racing to build machines that are more intelligent and more like us.

Build a city for the future? Bhutan's plans could inspire the world

The Himalayan kingdom in the clouds seeks an alternative vision of what sustainable urban life could be like - with a down-to-earth pragmatism, too.

US tariffs will be an own goal

They will hurt US consumers and companies and are unlikely to reduce US trade deficits.

Lessons in the art of the comeback

Trump's victory was more than votes - it was a lesson in instinct and connection. For leaders worldwide, it's a playbook worth examining.

S'pore non-retail investors plan to boost crypto holdings in 2025

57% here intend to raise crypto allocations, higher than global average of 47%: Survey

$5.4m to support lower-income NTUC members who are caregivers

NTUC will commit a total of $5.4 million over the next three years to support lower-income union members with caregiving responsibilities at home.

OCBC has enough capital for M&A, business growth: CEO

OCBC has enough capital for business growth, even as chief executive officer Helen Wong signals her appetite for deals while keeping the bank's dividend policy.

Consumer prices in US rise for fourth straight month

Experts forecast higher inflation in 2025 if Trump forges ahead with his policies

Frasers Property's full-year earnings rise 19.2% on overseas gains

Frasers Property, Singapore's third-largest listed developer controlled by Thai billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, saw full-year earnings rise 19.2 per cent, led by higher residential contributions from China and Australia.

Singtel boosts interim dividend by 35% to 7 cents

Singtel raised its interim dividend by 35 per cent to seven cents as it reported higher underlying first-half earnings on Nov 13.

7-Eleven's owner mulls over going private to head off foreign bid

The Japanese owner of 7-Eleven is mulling over going private by buying back its own shares in a bid to avoid a takeover attempt by Canadian rival Alimentation Couche-Tard, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Hong Kong's tycoons are selling trophy homes at fire sale prices

Collapse of China's real estate market forces many to sell prized properties

S'pore-based Effissimo takes 2.5% stake in Nissan

TOKYO - Nissan Motor's rapid decline has drawn the attention of one of the most influential activist investors in Japan, adding a fresh dose of uncertainty to the automaker's turnaround plans.

STI up 0.2% even as trade tariff fears hurt regional sentiment

● Losers beat gainers 315 to 257 across broader market ● Regional markets tumble after falls on Wall Street ● ThaiBev is top STI gainer; local banks end mixed

Several flights between S'pore, Bali cancelled after volcanic eruption

Several flights between Singapore and Bali were cancelled after a volcanic eruption in nearby Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki created a dangerous 10km ash cloud.

Two media veterans sued over loan for business set up to promote Mandarin

Two media professionals, Mr Chua Chim Kang and Ms Lee Kuan Fung, are being sued by a businessman seeking repayment of a $990,000 interest-free loan he had given the pair in 2017.

Largest T-cell trial on solid tumors marks new era for cancer treatment

Insights from global study can be harnessed for further trials to benefit more patients

Intrusive laws to curb scams, quarrels signal society's priorities

Strong public support for more decisive action to tackle both problems

S'pore artist bags top UOB painting award for first time in a decade

Singaporean artist Yong Wee Loon, 63, won the 43rd UOB South-east Asian Painting of the Year (POY) award at a ceremony held at the National Gallery Singapore on Nov 13.

PSLE results to be released on Nov 20

Pupils who sat the PSLE in 2024 will receive their results from 11am on Nov 20.

Expanded Shoalwater Bay Training Area about five times the size of Singapore

The expanded Shoalwater Bay Training Area (SWBTA) was officially inaugurated in the Australian state of Queensland on Nov 13.

Task force on bus safety to tap foreign expertise for best practices

Group has spoken to passengers, road users, bus captains and operators

Financial influencers who offer advice have to be licensed, regulated

Financial influencers who provide financial advice must be licensed and regulated, said Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) board member Alvin Tan in Parliament on Nov 13.

Hard-copy vouchers available on request for NS LifeSG credits

Seniors who are unable to access National Service LifeSG credits via mobile application and those who are not comfortable with digital payments may ask the authorities for hard-copy vouchers.

No threshold set over blocking websites linked to potential misinformation campaigns: MHA

Even if Singaporeans have a low level of exposure to websites linked to potential misinformation campaigns, the authorities will still block these sites, said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

AI masters Singlish in breakthrough healthtech project

Large language model deployed in clinics, helps 995 call responders transcribe calls