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Airline exodus in Israel hits business travel, transport of cargo

Israel's war against Hamas has sparked boycotts against its authors, cut cooperation with its scientists and raised possible arrest warrants against its officials.

Change in claims process for dead persons CDP assets

Relatives of those who die without having made a will now do not need to obtain legal documentation to claim a dead person's assets held with the Central Depository (CDP) if the assets are valued at not more than $5,000.

Robot dog, intelligent platform on display at security meet

Tech helps organisations stay ahead as threats become more complex: SBST CEO

WeWork gives up two prime Singapore locations

WeWork is giving up space in two prime locations in Singapore, underscoring the company's challenges in one of its most promising markets.

CLI to take initial 40% stake in SC Capital Partners for $280m

CapitaLand Investment (CLI) announced on Nov 20 that it would acquire a 40 per cent interest in SC Capital Partners Group (SCCP) for $280 million, while also investing a minimum of $524 million in the company.

japan exports rebound in October on demand from Asia

Surge in sales of chipmaking gear to China, medical goods to US reverses Sept decline

Singapore stocks down amid concerns over war in Ukraine

• STI closes 0.4% lower, dragged down by Singtel • DFI Retail Group leads index, local banks end mixed • In broader market, gainers beat losers 269 to 235

CapitaLand Development subsidiary wins bid to repurpose Kallang Way terraced factory

The tender for a 4.41ha industrial site in Kallang Way has been awarded to a subsidiary of CapitaLand Development for $369 million, JTC Corporation said on Nov 20.

HDB rents up 0.5% in Oct amid supply crunch; fewer condo units leased

Housing Board rents were slightly higher in October, up 0.5 per cent from the previous month.

PUB launches campaign to get S'pore flood-ready

This rainy season, remember the mnemonic Flash to avoid getting caught in a flood.

Cat A COE premium falls l O% in biggest drop since january

Prices down across all categories except for commercial vehicles with l% rise

Pupil overcomes heart attack and stroke to pass PSLE

He never gave up despite medical setbacks, will head to secondary school of his choice

Foodpanda warned for *misleading' ads touting free restaurant delivery

Popular food delivery app food-panda will fully refund users who subscribed to its Pandapro service between July 1 and Sept 30, after the competition watchdog deemed its advertisements during this period misleading.

Manhattan prosecutors suggest delaying Trump's sentencing

But they reject President-elect's request to dismiss conviction in sex scandal case

Celeb doc tapped as Medicare, Medicaid chief

President-elect Donald Trump nominated celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency that manages US$1.7 trillion (S$2.3 trillion) in annual spending for federal programmes insuring more than one-third of Americans.

China hawk named as commerce secretary

US President-elect Donald Trump nominated Mr. Howard Lutnick, the co-chair of his transition team, as his commerce secretary on Nov. 19—a choice set to bring a tougher stance on China from the incoming administration.

Ex-WWE CEO to run education agency

US President-elect Donald Trump on Nov 19 tapped Ms Linda Mc Mahon, a former professional-wrestling executive who ran the Small Business Administration for much of his first term, to lead the Education Department, an agency he has routinely singled out for elimination.

US shuts its embassy in Kyiv, fearing a significant air attack

Move follows Ukraine's use of ATACMS missiles against a target inside Russia

Choking in toxic smog

Pollution casts pall over life in once vibrant city of Lahore in Pakistan

Netanyahu offers $6.7m for each Gaza hostage freed

Israelis have accused him of not prioritising the release of captives and prolonging war

Children face bleak future, says Unicef report

Demographic shifts, worsening climate change and rapid technological transformation risk creating a bleak future for youth in the mid-21st century, the UN agency for children warned on Nov 19 in an annual report.

Myanmar's actions risk undermining Asean centrality: Ng Eng Hen

Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said Asean was at an impasse on certain issues after Myanmar's objection.

Teen electrocuted on bus: Wiring didn't meet safety rules, says KL minister

Electrical wiring on an express bus which caused the tragic death of an 18-year-old passenger due to electrocution did not comply with safety standards, said Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Filipina on death row in Indonesia poised to return to Philippines

A Filipina convicted of drug trafficking, who was nearly executed by firing squad in Indonesia in 2015, will finally return to the Philippines after years of negotiations between the two Southeast Asian neighbours.

Corruption scandal roils Sabah ahead of 2025 state polls

lf key political ally loses, it could foster instability in PM Anwar's federal govt

Court acquits ex-finance minister Daim a week after his death

A Malaysian court has acquitted former finance minister Daim Zainuddin from failing to declare his assets, a week after his death.

Taiwan minister kicks off Europe trip with Brussels stop

Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung started his week-long trip to Europe with a stop in Brussels, a visit that illustrates Taipei's efforts to connect with fellow democracies.

China goes on diplomatic offensive ahead of Trump 2.0

Xi uses Apec and G-20 summits to foster better ties with other major countries

Climate finance talks at COP29 set to enter 'hardest' stage

Climate negotiators were warned on Nov 20 that the \"hardest part\" was about to start in talks over how much money should be provided to developing countries to help them adapt to climate-fuelled weather disasters and transition to cleaner energy.

Help at hand for Singapore start-ups entering Sweden

EnterpriseSG scheme to help them woo major Swedish companies as customers