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Embiid faces probe for bust-up: Reports

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is being investigated by the National Basketball Association (NBA) after an alleged locker-room altercation with a journalist, multiple United States media reports said on Nov 2.

MESMERISING MITCHELL

Cavs star has 30 pts but credits team after his basket beats Bucks for perfect 7-0 mark

Ensued takes Sa Sa Ladies' Purse, sets sights on HKIR

HONG KONG - Ensued took a vital step towards the 2024 LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) on Dec 8 with victory in the HK$4.2 million (S$716,000) Group 3 Sa Sa Ladies' Purse Handicap (1,800m) under an inspired ride by Karis Teetan at Sha Tin on Nov 3.

CORONATION CUP UPSET IN IPOH

Macau Derby winner Mega Gems upstages favourites in Malaysian Group 1 mile race

Environment ● Do more to reduce usage of single-use plastics

When I visited my neighbourhood bakery, I noticed that every piece of bread bought was placed in a single-use plastic bag.

Replies Digital devices ● Schools to continue working with parents in guiding students

We thank Ms Sarah Wong for sharing her concerns and suggestions for the management and use of personal learning devices (PLDs) in schools (\"Schools should keep students' personal learning devices\", Oct 24).

Voices of Youth Telemedicine Patients have a role to play in upholding trust

Voices of Youth

Make breach of Code of Animal Welfare a criminal offence

I applaud the move by the National Parks Board to review the Animals and Birds Act and the Code of Animal Welfare for the pet industry (NParks to review Animals and Birds Act, Code of Animal Welfare, Oct 27).

Godzilla turns 70 and his monstrous empire is thriving

The creature is a profit-generating idea with a multi-generational fan base that's stayed loyal through kitsch and thin.

Has China already won the EV race?

If carmakers believe the auto transition must happen at some point, delaying simply puts them further behind.

How to avoid anarchy in Antarctica

All that stands between the status quo and chaos is a fragile treaty.

Why the underconsumption trend won't have much shelf life in Singapore

The internet buzzword is up against an ingrained shopping culture, not to mention kiasu-ism and the buy-buy-buy in our DNA.

We Will be living in Trumpland for decades

The protectionism that Trump brought back into fashion now has a momentum of its own.

The West or Asia? King Charles' visit spotlights Australia's dilemma

The royal visit raises the 'history v geography' question again at a time when US-China rivalry piles growing pressure on the focus of Australia's commitment.

Stress bragging becoming more common in workplace

Urge to signal productivity amid prevalence of remote work settings a factor: Observers

Markets nervous ahead of Harris-Trump showdown

With race too close to call, fear is a Trump win may spark fresh tariffs on Asian exports

What can I do when co-workers underestimate my effort?

In this series, manpower reporter Tay Hong Yi offers practical answers to candid questions on navigating workplace challenges and getting ahead in your career. Get more tips by signing up to The Straits Times' HeadSTart newsletter.

Mind the retirement gap to secure financial independence

What does it take to retire with confidence? As people live longer than ever before, it is a question of rising importance, one that pushes us to rethink how we save, invest and plan.

How TikTok saved its Indonesia e-commerce ops

It partners Indonesian firm Tokopedia to skirt ban on it processing online payments

Dip in S'pore factory output may just be a blip: Economists

Manufacturing recovery remains intact since strong turnaround in Q2, they say

42 'mini-hotels' installed in S'pore waters to study marine life

Located in 7 places, they will shed light on lesser-known coral reef creatures

Car fire in KPE tunnel put out by sprinklers; no injuries reported

A car caught fire in the KPE tunnel on Nov 2, setting off the tunnel's water sprinklers.

NYP launches $10m fund for sustainability projects

Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) launched its sustainability master-plan on Nov 3, setting aside $10 million to fund innovative projects on sustainability.

New course for mid-career workers seeking environmental services skills

SkillsFuture credits can be used to offset fee for full-time, three-month programme

Haig Avenue penthouse owners told to address modifications

They will be given time to regularise or remove unauthorised rooftop structures

Three more JCs to have high-rise buildings on their new campuses

Campuses will occupy smaller land sites but have more total floor space than old ones

US citizen who helped Russia from Ukraine appears in Moscow

A US citizen who was spirited out of eastern Ukraine by Russian special forces after helping the Kremlin target Ukrainian troops said in Moscow on Nov 2 he had asked for Russian citizenship.

Are bioplastics really better than conventional plastics?

Questions remain on how biodegradable and compostable the new alternatives are

Thousands of volunteers aid with Spain flood recovery

Many arrive in Valencia on foot determined to help with rebuilding and recovery efforts

UN nature summit ends in limbo as countries spar over funding

Complex technicalities, political differences, interest group lobbying drag negotiations