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Breakdown of Bukit Panjang LRT train caused by gear failure

The breakdown of a Bukit Panjang LRT (BPLRT) train on Oct 22 was caused by a gear failure in one of its wheel assemblies, Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat said in Parliament on Nov 11, citing initial findings from ongoing investigations.

2.7ha site in Sin Ming being prepared for future housing

A 2.7ha plot of land in Sin Ming, about the size of 3½ football fields, is being prepared for what analysts say could be hundreds of new homes.

New Islamic college to open in 2028 at Bencoolen campus

It will take in up to 60 students initially with local asatizah to be trained as faculty

Israel sees progress in Lebanon truce talks, hints at role for Russia

Israel said on Nov 11 there was progress in talks about a ceasefire in Lebanon and indicated Russia could play a part by stopping Hezbollah from rearming via Syria, although the Iran-backed group said it had not received any truce proposals yet.

Scholz willing to hold German confidence vote before Christmas

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said that he would be willing to call a vote of confidence in Parliament before Christmas, a move that would pave the way for snap elections following the collapse of his three-way governing coalition.

Saudi crown prince demands ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon

Arab summit to stress firm support for 'national rights' for the Palestinian people

Israeli PM says he approved Lebanon pager attack

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Nov. 10 that he approved a deadly September attack with Hezbollah communications devices, which exploded in Lebanon, the first time Israel has admitted involvement.

UK varsities' funding hit as foreign students go elsewhere

LONDON - UK universities are among the most prestigious in the world, but visa restrictions mean they are now attracting fewer international students, taking a heavy toll on their finances.

Trump reportedly advised Putin not to escalate war; Kremlin denies duo spoke

US President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and advised him not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source familiar with the conversation said, but the Kremlin denied the two had spoken.

Biden set to meet Trump, urge him against abandoning Ukraine

US President will stress his commitment to ensuring peaceful power transfer, says aide

Russia should face justice for war crimes under any peace deal: EU

Russia should face justice for war crimes committed in Ukraine under any future peace deal and pay for the destruction it has wrought, European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Nov 10.

Two front runners in race to be Jakarta's next governor

Ex-governor, former minister lead polls for post seen as springboard to the presidency

Thousands flee as fourth typhoon in a month hits Philippines

Thousands of people sought shelter and ports shut down in the Philippines on Nov 11, as the disaster-weary nation was struck by another typhoon fourth in less than a month.

UK defence minister expects Trump to remain committed to Ukraine and Nato

British Defence Minister John Healey said on Nov 11 that he expected the incoming Donald Trump administration to remain committed to Nato and to Ukraine in its conflict against Russia for as long as it takes.

South Korea's leader struggles amid lowest approval rating

Recording of Yoon meddling in election nomination process said to be a factor

China opposes new Philippine laws on its maritime rights

China rejected Philippine maritime claims on Nov 10, saying new legislation \"severely infringes on\" Beijing's territorial sovereignty and rights in the South China Sea, and vowing to protect its own interests.

Indonesia says it's a non-claimant state in South China Sea

Indonesia said on Nov 11 it does not recognise China's claims over the South China Sea despite signing a joint maritime development deal with Beijing, as some analysts warned the agreement risked compromising the country's sovereign rights.

India's slow non-fossil energy progress puts its climate ambitions at risk

It's also driving up investment in polluting coal power generation as demand for energy increases

Trump and trade worries cloud COP29 summit

The annual UN climate summit began on Nov 11 with some prominent leaders planning to skip the event ahead of tough talks on finance and trade, after a year of weather disasters that has emboldened developing countries' demands for cash.

Pramono Anung: Construct giant seawall to protect city

The career politician is known to be amicable and is well received by fellow politicians from a wide range of parties.

Dharma Pongrekun: Help small businesses scale up

The retired police general's final assignment in the force was as an analyst covering officers' education and training.

The gist

Proposed law to block scam victims' bank transactions; changes to MediShield Life Scheme Bill passed

Nod for new investment incentives ahead of global minimum tax rule

Singapore has passed a Bill to implement several tax incentive enhancements ahead of a global minimum tax of 15 per cent, which will be imposed on companies that want to invest here from 2025.

Affordability a key point raised by MPs during debate on MediShield Life

Other issues include rising healthcare costs, support for asset-rich but cash-poor people

Traffic Police's pound has over 1,000 vehicles, including 2 seized in 2015

There were more than 1,000 vehicles at the Traffic Police's vehicle pound in Airport Road at the end of October, with two of them having been there since 2015.

Proposed changes to traffic rules to prevent offenders from being overly punished

Road users who cause accidents leading to death or serious injuries will face the full force of the law and can be handed maximum jail sentences.

Switch to backup system failed during Singtel outage on Oct 8

No evidence to suggest incident was linked to sabotage or cyber attack, says Janil

China's vice-premier meets President Tharman, PM Wong

Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang, who is on a two-day visit to Singapore, had separate meetings with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong on Nov 11.

Priest can speak clearly despite mouth injuries, urges forgiveness

The priest attacked while celebrating mass at St Joseph's Church in Upper Bukit Timah was able to speak just two days after he was stabbed in the mouth on Nov 9.

Man charged over alleged stabbing of priest in church

Prosecution applies for accused to be remanded for 3 weeks for medical checks