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Indonesia to evacuate 16,000 people after Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki eruption

The Indonesian government aims to evacuate at least 16,000 residents from villages around the active Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano, which erupted and killed nine people and damaged thousands of houses, an official said on Nov 5.

North Korea fires short-range missiles hours before US polls

North Korea fired at least seven short-range ballistic missiles on Nov 5 off its east coast, Japan's Defence Minister said, soon after Pyongyang condemned military drills by its rivals and just hours before the US election.

China's latest cry for more babies may fall on deaf ears

\"Having three children is the best,\" says a vibrant neon pink sign at a wedding expo in the southern Chinese city of Changsha, where visitors can also pick up tips on tying the knot and men can strap on a pregnancy belly to experience childbirth pain.

Australia, India say US election result won't impact Quad

The foreign ministers of Australia and India on Nov 5 said they were confident the Quad group of the US, India, Australia and Japan would continue to cooperate in the Indo-Pacific region regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election.

Beijing acknowledges Myanmar junta chief, with eye on own interests

China hopes for polls as it tries to broker truce between junta and ethnic groups

Search for MH370 to restart based on 'credible' proposal: Malaysia

Malaysia is set to restart the search for the ill-fated Flight MH370, more than a decade after the airliner disappeared, citing a \"credible\" proposal that suggests a new search area in the southern Indian Ocean.

Modi breaks silence on row with Canada, criticises targeting of Indian diplomats

Indian PM condemns attack on Hindu temple in Canada as bilateral ties worsen

Toxic smog covers New Delhi as winter nears

A toxic smog shrouded the Indian capital on Nov 5, driving air quality in some areas into the \"severe\" range ahead of winter, when cold air traps pollutants and brings a spike in respiratory illnesses.

Babies born in 2025 set to get SG60 special gift: Indranee

Couples who have babies in 2025 can look forward to receiving a special gift for their little ones, as the nation marks 60 years of independence.

S'pore and Malaysia to nominate Chingay parade for Unesco list

Nomination will commemorate 60th anniversary of bilateral relations

PM Wong makes introductory visit to Jakarta

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is making his introductory visit to the Indonesian capital Jakarta from Nov 5 to 6.

US states wary of election unrest take security precautions

The most visible measures are in states where protests broke out in 2020

Musk and X are epicentre of US election misinformation, say experts

False or misleading claims by billionaire Elon Musk about the US election have amassed two billion views on social media platform X in 2024, according to a report by non-profit group Centre for Countering Digital Hate.

How Americans feel about the election: Anxious and scared

Voters across political spectrum go to polls with a sense that nation is coming undone

Key points as judge rules that WP chief has case to answer

Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh opted to give evidence on Nov 5, after Deputy Principal District Judge Luke Tan ruled that there is a case for him to answer for both his charges.

WP chief says he did not tell Raeesah Khan to take lie to the grave

He also explains what he meant when he said later that he would not judge her

A date with destiny as millions in America head for the ballot boxes

The US 2024 presidential election will be historic no matter who wins the race

No EWL train services between Tanah Merah and Tampines stations from Dec 7 to 10

Train services will not run between Tanah Merah and Tampines stations from Dec 7 to 10, so that works can be carried out to connect tracks from the East-West Line (EWL) to the new East Coast Integrated Depot.

M2M to reunite for Singapore concert

It has been 22 years since they went away, but Norwegian pop duo M2M are back and coming to Singapore.

Industry sources say the author also wrote BTS memoir

Hybe's document on K-pop industry trends

Paddington Bear's 'high jinks' are back in third movie

LONDON - Paddington is back and he has lost none of his \"charm\" and \"high jinks\", according to English actor Hugh Bonneville, who again guides the trouble-prone bear through the third film in the hit series that saw its premiere on Nov 3.

Quincy Jones left indelible imprints on jazz, pop and hip-hop

LOS ANGELES - Quincy Jones, a major influence on American music in his work with artists ranging from Count Basie to Frank Sinatra and who then reshaped pop music by collaborating with Michael Jackson, died on Nov 3 at the age of 91.

Young Chinese pianist brings wealth of emotion

There are so many young Chinese pianists plying their art these days that it is easy to reduce them to Lang Lang, Yuja Wang, Li Yundi and the rest.

White faces, open mouths

Avant-garde Japanese dance butoh finds foothold in Singapore

Seeking sleep at Hoshinoya Tokyo

TOKYO In December 2023, I check into Hoshinoya Tokyo for a sleep retreat.

Explore the bustling Ginza and Marunouchi districts in Tokyo

Ginza, located near Tokyo Station, is one of the city's busiest high-end shopping districts.

Pastoral and scenic views at JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa

JEJU - The island bursts with juicy tangerines, and is where women well into their 80s free dive for seafood against a backdrop of dormant volcanoes and tea estates.

Connecting with the city's past at The Murray Hong Kong

Although brand-new hotels pop up all the time, restored heritage buildings-turned-hotels have an allure of their own.

Spies, secrets and Singapore Slings at Raffles London at The OWO

Headed to Europe or Asia for the holidays? Here are six places to consider staying at and the must-dos in the area

Rosewood Munich is quiet luxury in the heart of the city

MUNICH - If it were not for an impeccably dressed man standing outside the imposing arched door, I would have walked right past my destination: Rosewood Munich.