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Swedes eye tie-ups in healthcare, green economy

Perched atop a wind-swept hill on the outskirts of Swedish capital Stockholm is a homely villa housing a daycare centre for individuals with dementia and similar cognitive disorders.

G-20 diplomats hit snags on climate, taxation and Ukraine: Sources

Diplomats from the Group of 20 (G-20) major economies struggled on Nov 16 to overcome differences over paying to tackle climate change, taxing the super rich and addressing the Ukraine war as they negotiated a joint statement before their leaders' summit.

Xi vows to work with Trump team as he meets Biden in Peru

Goal of a stable, healthy China-US relationship remains unchanged, he says

Put price on carbon to achieve net-zero goals: PM Wong

Countries should progressively put a price on carbon despite political sensitivities, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit.

Singapore to host Apec summit in 2030

This is one way it can contribute to ensuring more inclusive growth, says PM Wong

Better-designed dorm for migrant workers set to open in 2026

A new foreign worker dormitory in Jurong - the first to be built and owned by the Government - will offer more personal space and privacy to its residents when it opens in early 2026.

The Straits Times launches Food In The Hood guide for best eats in Singapore

Hungry? Look no further than the new Food In The Hood guide by The Straits Times' food team.

Music goes on for Gravity Band at Brix nightclub

It is 9pm on a Wednesday night, the calm before the storm.

Live music with your cup of kopi

Musicians and DJs have been hitting hawker centres and coffee shops to liven up the atmosphere at eating haunts

Author Marilyn Choong believes communicating with the dead can help with grief

While grieving the death of her mother from cancer in June 2022, Singaporean author Marilyn Choong started receiving what she believed were signs from the afterlife — multi-colored feathers began to appear in her home.

Strong premise of a rental wife, pity the unfocused storytelling

The Trunk satirises marriage, yet lacks the bite to offer any illuminating insights about the institution

Enter a soft, warm home full of stories in Mina's Matchbox

On March 16, 1972, 12-year-old Tomoko takes the Sanyo Shinkansen line from Okayama City, Japan, to the coastal town of Ashiya to stay with her aunt's family.

Let's Talk About Death Who will inherit my digital assets?

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

Chef-restaurateur turns influencer at 49

When he decided to produce a supermarket series of TikTok videos on the best-tasting brands of pasta, olive oil, and butter, little did restaurant owner and chef Gero DiMaria expect it to kick-start his second career as a social media influencer at age 49.

VIRTUAL LIFT FOR TAEKWONDO

Martial art hopes to boost grassroots participation with electronic format

Bye, BIG TECH benefits

Singapore employees at tech giants are feeling the pinch after rounds of company cutbacks and layoffs

Tyson 'just happy' despite one-sided loss to Paul

Jake Paul beat boxing legend Mike Tyson by unanimous decision to win an intergenerational heavyweight battle in Texas on Nov 15 that failed to live up to its enormous hype.

De la Fuente surprised by talented Spain

Mikel Oyarzabal and Ayoze Perez scored as Spain showed their ability to \"suffer\" to earn a 2-1 victory over hosts Denmark on Nov 15 and clinch top spot in Nations League Group A4, after they secured a place in the quarter-finals in October.

Portugal secure last-eight spot with second-half blitz

Portugal recovered from a \"very bad\" first half to seal a Nations League quarter-final berth, after a Cristiano Ronaldo penalty and overhead kick helped them hammer visiting Poland 5-1 in Group A1 on Nov 15.

LES BLEUS PLOTTING 'SPORTING REVENGE'

Digne says they are unified in their mindset as France 'don't want to lose twice' to Italy

AMORIM VOWS TO BUILD AN 'IDENTITY'

To create a new playing style and philosophy, United boss will focus on players' character

Coote's lapses likely to fuel more disrespect for referees

On The Ball

Ugarte's late winner a balm for Uruguay

Manuel Ugarte scored a last-gasp winner to give Uruguay a dramatic 3-2 home victory over Colombia at the Estadio Centenario in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Nov 15.

Four-time champions Italy are first in s-finals

Italy became the first team to qualify for the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals on Nov 16 as Jasmine Paolini won in singles and doubles to claim a 2-1 victory over Japan.

Hull and Korda to 'give a good show' at Annika

England's Charley Hull fired a four-under 66 to grab a two-stroke lead over top-ranked Nelly Korda after the darkness-halted second round of The Annika LPGA tournament on Nov 15.

'CONFIDENT' FRITZ SHUTS OUT ZVEREV

He's first American to reach final since 2006, after his fourth successive win over the German

NBA All-Star Game could have a four-team format

The National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Star Game could have a drastically altered look, with changes being considered for the league's showcase weekend at San Francisco in February.

Ireland still finding their feet after Argentina win

Andy Farrell blasted Ireland's \"desperate\" discipline after they had to hang on for victory over Argentina on Nov 15, but the coach was full of praise for fly-half Sam Prendergast's much anticipated debut off the bench.

JAMES HAILS 'WILD' FIRST

Lakers legend ends 22-year wait to get four triple-doubles in a row in win at Spurs

The time is right for Tyrconnell

Nov 17 South Africa (Greyville) form guide