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Grand dame of Russian piano school Eliso Virsaladze leads cohesive chamber recital

If one were a conservatory student, imagine what an honour it would be to perform at a masterclass by some of classical music's most venerated artists.

Rare Iconic Movie Posters to Be Auctioned in US

Dozens of rare posters from some of the 20th century's most iconic films will go under the hammer in March as an American collector relinquishes some of his most precious possessions.

China's Home Prices Fall at Faster Pace Despite Revival Efforts

China's home prices fell at a quicker pace in February, worsening for the first time in six months despite the country's latest efforts to prop up the market.

Slot shifts focus to league title push after 'tough week'

Arne Slot was defiant after his Liverpool side ended a miserable week with defeat by Newcastle United in the League Cup final on March 16, switching the focus to the team's English Premier League title charge.

Trump v the spies of Five Eyes

Will the US President damage the world's most powerful intelligence pact?

Ukrainian women beginning to talk about wartime sexual assault

Support group helping such victims says many remain silent, isolated and even suicidal

S'pore's key exports recover in February but economists warn of tariff risks ahead

Singapore's key exports recovered in February after a Chinese New Year (CNY)-related contraction in January, but economists warned that trade could start to feel the pain of US tariffs and their economic fallout towards the second half of 2025.

Philippine Senate Launches Probe Into Duterte's ICC Arrest

The Philippine Senate said on March 17 that it will conduct a formal probe into former president Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and swift handover last week to the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is to try him for alleged crimes against humanity.

New ICA services centre to open on April 7

From April 7, members of the public requiring assistance from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) should visit its new services centre in Lavender.

Ringgit Seen Weakening as Traders Weigh Rate Cut in Malaysia, Trump Tariffs

But pressure on currency may ease amid growing bets for more rate cuts from US Fed

Climate Action Envoy Tells Firms To Prepare Early For Transition

Those Who Wait Will Scramble To Adjust Later Amid Abrupt Shifts, Says Ravi Menon

Woman Loses $1.2m to Cop Impersonators

Scammers pretending to be from Anti-Scam Centre tricked her out of her life savings

Letter of the day Focus on reducing traffic pollution, noise at bus stops

The new commuter behaviour guidelines announced by the Land Transport Authority will certainly make daily journeys on public buses more pleasant (PMAs to have a 6kmh speed limit, medical certification needed for mobility scooter users from Q1 2026, March 5).

Singapore shares rise on report of growth in key exports

Advancers beat decliners 305 to 200; STI up 0.6% • Sembcorp Industries tops STI; local bank trio also in the black • Key regional indexes Nikkei, Kospi, Hang Seng end higher

Tai readies to take Singapore where it's never been: The Masters

Nervous? Hiroshi Tai pauses. \"No,\" he says quietly. But the golfer, a young man with poise who is heading for his first Masters, clarifies. \"Probably on the first tee.\"

Samaranch, Coe and Coventry appear to hold the edge in Olympic body's election

The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is nearing the finish, with Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry widely seen to be clear of the remaining quartet.

Singapore Set for Heavy Downpours With Another Monsoon Surge

Remember to have your umbrellas and raincoats in hand because heavy downpours are expected from March 19 to 21 as the year's third monsoon surge arrives.

Sensitive country' label may be a US move to deter S. Korea's nuke ambition

Decision made by Biden administration said to be triggered by Yoon's martial law bid

Singer Nicholas Teo to hold concert here after 17 years

It has been a long wait for fans of Malaysian singer Nicholas Teo. He is returning to the Lion City for his first performance in 17 years.

Hell will rain down on Houthis: US-Iran proxy war heats up

International freedom of navigation, future Middle East security arrangements at stake

StanChart offers digital scam protection under revamped savings account

Standard Chartered Bank is offering free insurance coverage for digital theft of funds under a revamped savings account for its older customers.

Singapore boy, 7, dies in Johor car crash with lorry

A Singaporean boy died in hospital on March 17 after a car accident in Johor involving a lorry whose driver has tested positive for methamphetamine, said the police in Johor.

Widow of Aum cult member speaks 30 years after subway attack

Cult's 'most blood-stained' disciple lost faith in guru just before execution, she says

China Has a Plan to Spur Consumption, But Will It Work?

New measures aim to boost jobs and social safety net, but competition with US could derail plan

'Giving up' not option as An adds second All England title

Olympic women's badminton champion An Se-young came from behind to beat China's Wang Zhiyi 13-21, 21-18, 21-18 in a classic All England Open final on March 16, as top seed Shi Yuqi lifted the men's crown.

WORLD WONDER

At Thailand's Wonderfruit music festival, eco-living comes with air-conditioning

Revamped maritime gallery showcases S'pore's past and future

A clutch of artefacts fished up from the seabed from centuries-old shipwrecks in Singapore's waters have been put on display at the revamped Singapore Maritime Gallery at Marina South Pier.

McIlroy Resets to Bag Second Players Win

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy cruised to a St. Patrick's Day victory on March 17, defeating J.J. Spaun in a play-off at TPC Sawgrass for his second Players Championship.

North Macedonia Mourns Victims of Club Blaze

North Macedonia lowered flags to half-mast and held memorials on March 17 as the nation mourned a horrific nightclub blaze that killed 59 people at the weekend.

United in grief, families of Jeju Air crash victims press for answers

It was the site of the worst aviation disaster on South Korean soil. Now, the terminal at Muan International Airport serves as a community center for grieving relatives of the 179 people who perished in the Jeju Air crash in December 2024.