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COD IS KING IN PORTUGAL

Salt cod has long been a national staple in Portugal, where it is said there are as many recipes for this humble fish as there are days in the year.

Comedian Mark Lee's drag queen comedy Number 1's sequel to be released over CNY

The hit drag queen comedy Number 1, which landed Singaporean comedian Mark Lee a Best Leading Actor nomination at the Golden Horse Awards in 2020, will soon return for a sequel.

Lion King prequel falls prey to Sonic the Hedgehog at box office

LOS ANGELES - Disney's mighty lion Mufasa... eaten alive by a hedgehog? Action-adventure comedy film Sonic The Hedgehog 3, directed by Jeff Fowler, collected roughly US$62 million (US$84 million) in its first weekend in North American theatres, according to Comscore, which compiles box-office data.

Jang Na-ra bags grand prize at K-drama awards show

South Korean singer and actress Jang Na-ra and trot singer Lee Chan-won wrapped up 2024 triumphantly, taking home top honours at drama and entertainment awards ceremonies held over the weekend.

Lively's co-stars show her support

Blake Lively sexual harassment lawsuit

Macau diversifying beyond casinos into sports, culture, arts

MACAU - \"The most exciting thing for me is riding on a circuit like this - there's nothing else like it in the world,\" said 52-year-old British motorcycle racer Michael Rutter about the Guia Circuit in Macau.

Turning snow into gold

China's winter sports boom is expected to propel its ice-and-snow economy past $187 billion in 2025

Baring it all in Germany's spa towns

Celebrate the country's hot springs and history of wellness at Baden-Baden, Bad Homburg and Wiesbaden

One of the toughest tables to book in Paris? It's in Disneyland

As soon as we booked the Eurostar from London to Paris, we began scouting the most important element of our trip: where to eat.

In Scotland to taste a CULINARY RENAISSANCE

A new generation of entrepreneurs and chefs is showcasing traditional and contemporary Scottish cuisine

Mancini regrets leaving 'most beautiful' job

Italy's European Championship-winning coach Roberto Mancini admitted on Dec 22 that he had regrets over leaving the Azzurri to take control of Saudi Arabia.

VIETNAM'S NEW SON SHINES

Brazil-born striker Rafaelson a threat against Lions in Asean C'ship s-finals

Premier League talking points

Ruben Amorim took responsibility for Manchester United's humiliating 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth on Dec 22 as he conceded everything is \"so hard\" for his troubled club.

Maresca makes point of being 'absolutely happy'

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca insisted he was \"absolutely happy\", despite his side losing ground in the English Premier League title race following a goalless draw at Everton on Dec 22.

Angsty Ange 'not going to change' approach

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou said there is no easy fix for his injury-hit side after a 6-3 loss at home to leaders Liverpool in the English Premier League on Dec 22.

SLOT REFUSES TO THINK OF EPL TITLE

Reds four points ahead after 'incredible' win but manager says they have to keep going

Leaders Atalanta hope 'wonderful year' continues into 2025

Two goals from Charles de Ketelaere continued \"a wonderful year\" for Atalanta, as his late winner helped secure a 3-2 home victory over mid-table Empoli and send his side back to the top of Serie A on Dec 22.

Mbappe back on track after hitting 'rock bottom'

Kylian Mbappe hit \"rock bottom\" with a penalty miss at Athletic Bilbao earlier in December as he struggled to adapt to his new surroundings at Real Madrid, but the French forward said he used that disappointment to fuel his recent return to form.

LANGER STILL HAS THE TOUCH

Veteran Bernhard and son retain PNC title despite Charlie Woods' maiden ace

On Boxing Day a cricket fight awaits: Australia v Bumrah

There's a certain type of greatness, so profound, so bewitching, so unusual, that for a moment it makes you forget which side you're on.

De Minaur eyes more after breakthrough year

Alex de Minaur, 25, is coming off a breakthrough year that saw him reach a career-high world No. 6 and the Australian is fired up for an even bigger 2025.

FONSECA IS ONE FOR THE FUTURE

Brazil teenager wins Next Gen title after following Sinner's advice to turn pro

Joshua fight only one left for beaten Fury: Hearn

Tyson Fury has been told the \"only fight\" left for him, after his unanimous points decision defeat by champion Oleksandr Usyk in a world heavyweight boxing title bout, is an all-British clash against Anthony Joshua.

Embiid to face Wemby in battle of the big men

National Basketball Association (NBA) fans will get an early Christmas present of sorts when Victor Wembanyama and the surging San Antonio Spurs head to Philadelphia to face Joel Embiid, Paul George and the 76ers on Dec 23 (Dec 24, Singapore time).

JOKIC WANTS MORE NUGGETS HUNGER

Coach Malone also bemoans Denver's slow start, before Serbian star's overtime heroics

Barzalona has the Maktoum Facteur

Multiple Meydan Group 1-winning rider Mickael Barzalona has been booked to ride Facteur Cheval for his dirt debut in the Group 1 Maktoum Challenge (1,900m) on Jan 24.

Faithful Neo looks good for another dose

Dec 24 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis

LEES DUO TACKLE SUMMER CUP TRIP ON BOXING DAY

Newcastle trainer takes a gamble with Rustic Steel, Tavi Time over more ground

OUTLAW KING STEALS THE SHOW IN STYLE

Boom 2YO back on song in Cape Merchants after missing 3YO season because of virus

IB ● Added value in curriculum as it lets students set own pace and blossom

It is heartening to read that there is growing awareness of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Singapore.