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Moscow says new US base ln Poland ralses overall nuclear danger

Russia's Foreign Ministry said on Nov 21 that a new US ballistic missile defence base in northern Poland will lead to an increase in the overall level of nuclear danger and was on a Russian targeting list for potential destruction if necessary.

S. Korea's vibrant corporate ecosystem filled with opportunities: DPM Heng

After a working visit to South Korea, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat described the country as having a \"vibrant corporate ecosystem\" that holds great promise and opportunities.

Thai woman given death sentence for cyanide poisoning

A Thai woman believed to be among the worst serial killers in the kingdom's history was convicted and sentenced to death on Nov 20 for poisoning a friend with cyanide, in the first of her 14 murder trials.

Storms threaten growth as Philippines suffers $176m in crop losses

Nation on track for record rice imports to fill supply gaps after string of tropical cyclones

All eyes on Hin Leong founder's appeal against 1712-year jail sentence

Conviction of O.K. Lim, 82, follows the dramatic downfall of his oil trading giant in 2020

Vietnam, Malaysia pledge to maintain peace in S. China Sea

Vietnam and Malaysia agreed on Nov 21 to elevate ties and explore closer cooperation to maintain peace in the South China Sea, after a complaint from Malaysia raised tensions over the contested waters.

Political wrangling in India as US accuses Gautam Adani of bribery

His listed firms lose a combined $34.8b in market value after charges are filed in NY

Inmates assessed on mobility, housing needs upon admission

Hin Leong founder Lim Oon Kuin, 82, will be assessed by a medical officer in prison if he fails in his appeal against his conviction over three charges of cheating and forgery, and a jail sentence of 17 years and six months.

132 hamsters break loose aboard flight in Portugal, triggering four-day hunt

An Airbus A321neo operated by TAP Air Portugal faced an unusual crisis when 132 hamsters reportedly escaped from their cages in the cargo hold, triggering a four-day grounding of the aircraft.

QR code trial for bus travellers to start at Woodlands, Tuas soon

Bus travellers will be able to use QR codes to enter and exit Singapore's two land checkpoints during a trial starting from the end of November, said Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) on Nov 21.

Divide over carbon market proposal but talks on track: Fu

Different views over functions of global registry that will document carbon trading

S'pore, Peru closer to signing carbon credit trading pact

Peru is set to be among the first few countries that Singapore could buy carbon credits from, with a bilateral agreement on carbon trading reaching the advanced stage.

Sweden seeks deeper defence ties with Singapore, as King wraps up visit

Cooperation in maritime security one of Stockholm's key priorities

Call for proposals to enhance taste, nutrition of novel foods

Goal is to boost consumer acceptance of items like plant-based foods, cultivated meat

3 operators to be part of home-based childminding pilot

Three childminding operators have been appointed for a pilot aimed at giving parents here another infant care option from Dec 1.

Malaysian singer Firdhaus says he did not cheat on fellow singer Diorlying Tan

Malaysian singer Firdhaus has clarified that he never cheated on his ex-girlfriend, fellow Malaysian singer Diorlying Tan.

Liam Payne's funeral held on Nov 20

\The funeral of former One Direction star Liam Payne (above), who died in October in a fall from the balcony of his room at a Buenos Aires hotel, was held on November 20, British media reported.

Infinite to mark 15th anniversary with Singapore concert

K-pop boy band Infinite will be holding a concert in Singapore in February 2025 to celebrate their 15th anniversary.

Hilarious an ti-romance Timestalken flat biopic Widow Clicquot

The hilarious antiromance Timestalker by Lowe the Prevenge (2016) writer-director's sophomore feature - confirms the comedienne as British indie cinema's latest bright wit.

A Wicked tearful talk with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

\"Excuse me,\" Ariana Grande said, flagging down an imaginary waiter. \"May we have one million tissues, please?\"

A universal story of resilience in Wicked

Chinese-American film-maker Jon M. Chu, who helms the musical fantasy film, says the story is personal to his immigrant family

Gladiator II director Ridley Scott, 86, thrives on the adrenaline of film-making

It has been 24 years since director Ridley Scott scored one of the biggest hits of his career with Gladiator (2000), a swords-and-sandals epic starring Australian actor Russell Crowe that won the Oscar for Best Picture.

Jimmy O. Yang goes from bit player to hero in Interior Chinatown

The Chinese-American actor says he could relate to the Disney+ satirical comedy series

QUALITY OVER QUANTITY

With poet Yong Shu Hoong at the helm, the literary shindig drew smaller but more engaged crowds

S'PORE'S SENSATIONAL SWEEP

Pang, Quek defeat No. l duo in straight games to progress to WTT Finals last four

T0h, Yip feted at Sipore Disability Sports Awards

Swimmers Yip Pin Xiu and Toh Wei Soong retained their individual gongs and extended their records at the Singapore Disability Sports Awards 2024 at the Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel on Nov 20.

Bosnia secure Dutch draw in Dzeko's farewell

Dutch coach Ronald Koeman said he was \"not satisfied\" after Bosnia and Herzegovina fought back to claim only their second point of their Nations League campaign as they held a second-string Netherlands side to a 1-1 draw on Nov 19 in dead rubber.

Andrich slams handball call as Germany concede late

Robert Andrich criticised the handball rule after Germany conceded a stoppage-time equaliser from the penalty spot and had to settle for a 1-1 draw at Hungary in their final Nations League group match on Nov 19.

RESULTS MASK BRAZIL'S GOOD WORK: DORIVAL

Coach calls for patience after hosts booed off in l-l qualifying draw against Uruguay

Guardiola agrees to one-year extension: Report

Pep Guardiola is set to extend his stay in charge of Manchester City by signing a one-year extension to his contract, The Athletic reported on Nov 19.