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March 16, 2025

Be respectful of others: Masagos

Minister for Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli has urged people not to disrupt Meet-the-People Sessions (MPS), where residents are trying to get help for pressing needs.

1 min

More can be done in AMK with residents' support, says SM Lee

From upgraded markets and food centres to Silver Zones and Friendly Streets that make the town safer for the elderly, Ang Mo Kio has seen many improvements in the past five years.

More can be done in AMK with residents' support, says SM Lee

3 mins

Major supermarket operators to have unit pricing for common grocery items

Some outlets to show price per kilogram or litre for items like rice and cooking oils

2 mins

Disruptions at Meet-the-People Sessions Needs of residents come first at meetings with MPs: Masagos

Everyone who attends should be aware of that and be respectful, says minister

Disruptions at Meet-the-People Sessions Needs of residents come first at meetings with MPs: Masagos

2 mins

3 PAP new faces seem to have been redeployed to other constituencies ahead of GE2025

Three People's Action Party new faces spotted on the ground in recent months appear to have been redeployed to different constituencies.

3 PAP new faces seem to have been redeployed to other constituencies ahead of GE2025

2 mins

From Choa Chu Kang Student to $320m Crypto Heist Suspect

S'porean 'whizz-kid' splurged on mansions, luxury cars with millions in crypto allegedly stolen from investors

From Choa Chu Kang Student to $320m Crypto Heist Suspect

5 mins

Post and boast: Social media makes crime seem aspirational rather than reckless, say experts

Social media makes crime seem aspirational rather than reckless, said experts who weighed in on young criminals who \"post and boast\" their exploits.

Post and boast: Social media makes crime seem aspirational rather than reckless, say experts

4 mins

At least 5 dead after bridge under construction in Bangkok collapses

A bridge under construction in Bangkok collapsed in the early hours of March 15, with at least five fatalities and many people injured.

2 mins

Some seniors worry about alarm systems when the need arises

Neighbours of elderly couple found dead in Jurong flat fret over long wait for help

Some seniors worry about alarm systems when the need arises

5 mins

DBS/POSB rolls out SG60 deals, including 60-cent offers

To celebrate Singapore's 60th birthday, DBS/POSB has rolled out year-long special offers for its customers that include 60-cent grocery and meal deals, while also ramping up the bank's efforts to improve the well-being of vulnerable seniors.

DBS/POSB rolls out SG60 deals, including 60-cent offers

2 mins

US hits Thai officials with visa sanctions over deportation of Uighurs to China

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on March 14 announced sanctions against officials from Thailand, a US ally, for their role in deporting at least 40 Uighurs to China, where Washington says the members of the Muslim group will face persecution.

2 mins

US Tariff Threats Cast Shadow Over Penang's Semiconductor Industry

Booming sector, stymied by uncertainty, seeks to move up value chain to survive

US Tariff Threats Cast Shadow Over Penang's Semiconductor Industry

5 mins

Carney Sworn In As Canada's Prime Minister, Says He Can Work With Trump

Former central banker Mark Carney was sworn in as Prime Minister of Canada on March 14 and immediately said he could work with US President Donald Trump, who is promising tariffs that could devastate the Canadian economy.

Carney Sworn In As Canada's Prime Minister, Says He Can Work With Trump

2 mins

US expels 'race-baiting' S. African ambassador, calls him America hater

The US has expelled South Africa's ambassador, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on March 14, calling the envoy a \"race-baiting politician\" who hates America and President Donald Trump.

US expels 'race-baiting' S. African ambassador, calls him America hater

2 mins

How many eggs can you send? US asks countries to help as prices soar

The US has reached out to Denmark and other European nations asking if they can export eggs as Americans face surging egg prices, the Nordic country's egg association said on March 14.

How many eggs can you send? US asks countries to help as prices soar

2 mins

House Democrats Criticise Schumer as US Senate Passes Bill to Avert Shutdown

Top Senate Democrat Breaks Logjam, Allowing Republican Bill to Advance

House Democrats Criticise Schumer as US Senate Passes Bill to Avert Shutdown

3 mins

As ties with US thaw, Moscow has new public enemy No. 1 — Britain

Two British diplomats expelled in a spying row.

5 mins

Ukraine troops in Russian territory will live if they surrender: Putin

Russian leader says he will heed Trump's appeal over 'surrounded' soldiers in Kursk

Ukraine troops in Russian territory will live if they surrender: Putin

3 mins

Optimism in China's property market as prices look to stabilise

Early signs of rebound in some big cities may not lead to broad recovery, analysts caution

Optimism in China's property market as prices look to stabilise

5 mins

Duterte's Swift Fall From Philippines' 'Punisher' President to ICC Inmate

As former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte rallied supporters in Hong Kong on March 9, his team seemed unconcerned about rumors that the International Criminal Court (ICC) might soon issue an arrest warrant against him.

Duterte's Swift Fall From Philippines' 'Punisher' President to ICC Inmate

4 mins

Five years after ban, Shein is back in India. Or is it?

China's e-commerce giant faces new curbs amid a trust deficit between the two nations

Five years after ban, Shein is back in India. Or is it?

6 mins

Brazil Has $167b Plan to Make COP30 Talks a Rare Success

Brazil plans to launch an ambitious US$125 billion (S$167 billion) fund to protect tropical forests when it hosts the COP30 climate summit in November.

Brazil Has $167b Plan to Make COP30 Talks a Rare Success

4 mins

New amphitheatre among slew of changes in Bras Basah-Bugis area

Sited beside Prinsep St, it will be opened later this year by Indian fine arts group

New amphitheatre among slew of changes in Bras Basah-Bugis area

6 mins

S'pore Must Build Economic, Social Resilience: President

Nation must brace itself for instability amid trade war, weakened global order, he says

S'pore Must Build Economic, Social Resilience: President

2 mins

Ong: An independent nation must have the ability to defend itself

The prerequisite of an independent country is the ability to defend itself, a conviction that Singapore must renew against changes to the existing global order.

2 mins

New ServiceSG Centre Opens in Woodlands

A new ServiceSG centre has officially opened in Woodlands, providing residents there with access to more than 600 different government services.

1 min

RDU confident of chances in GE2025, introduces new face

With a slate that will consist of academics and professionals, the Red Dot United (RDU) party said it is confident it has a fighting chance against the ruling PAP at the coming polls.

RDU confident of chances in GE2025, introduces new face

2 mins

Anyone's guess who PAP will field in new Queenstown SMC, says MP

Queenstown residents will continue to be served even as the constituency is carved out from Tanjong Pagar GRC into a single seat.

3 mins

PAP's East Coast team welcomes Edwin Tong into fold: DPM Heng

He says they will work together until detailed GRC slate changes announced

PAP's East Coast team welcomes Edwin Tong into fold: DPM Heng

3 mins

Former SIA flight attendant's journey from cabin to cockpit

Captain is one of 61 female pilots at SIA and Scoot who make up 1.9% of the group's pilots

Former SIA flight attendant's journey from cabin to cockpit

4 mins

Are you a 'flaky friend'? You may need to take care of yourself first

Frequent last-minute cancellations may signal a struggle with setting boundaries. A bit of self-awareness can go a long way.

Are you a 'flaky friend'? You may need to take care of yourself first

5 mins

Don't let books become another thing Singaporeans buy while in Malaysia

As our bookshops vanish, we risk losing a sense of curiosity and imagination of the spirit.

Don't let books become another thing Singaporeans buy while in Malaysia

5 mins

You Can Mitigate the Fear of Death by Finding Meaning in Life

As individuals enter their senior years, there is no avoiding thoughts of their own mortality.

5 mins

Do digital mental health programmes work?

They are inexpensive and innovative but, with so many options available, finding the right one can be challenging.

Do digital mental health programmes work?

4 mins

Lunch With Sumiko On the road to sweeping success

Edy Tan cleans up after Singapore. Every day, his army of 2,700 workers fans out across the island to scrub hundreds of buildings, maintain 1,700km of roads including all 10 expressways, and sweep attractions like Jewel Changi Airport and Resorts World Sentosa. The folk at Chye Thiam Maintenance (CTM) also pick up after the crowds at major events such as the Formula 1 night race, mop up oil spills and clean up traffic accident sites.

Lunch With Sumiko On the road to sweeping success

9 mins

Money market funds gaining traction in Singapore, with returns from 2.5%

They invest in low-risk instruments with short maturities of less than a year

Money market funds gaining traction in Singapore, with returns from 2.5%

5 mins

When a family goes to court over a trust fund for kids

Executors of will unsure how the payouts should be drawn from late father's assets since there's no separate fund for this purpose

When a family goes to court over a trust fund for kids

5 mins

More retirees in China seeking university education — abroad

Ms Wang Xiaoxi received an offer from an overseas university one year after her retirement at the age of 56.

3 mins

Even at age 5, he wanted to be a boss and a businessman

Me&My Money

Even at age 5, he wanted to be a boss and a businessman

5 mins

Financial influencers say they fill gap in knowledge about money matters

MAS points out that factual and broad educational content on finance is not considered financial advice

Financial influencers say they fill gap in knowledge about money matters

6 mins

Shenandoah Is Lady's First In Coolmore

Group 1 Classic for fillies & mares unfolds in busy 1-2 finish for Waller at Rosehill Gardens

Shenandoah Is Lady's First In Coolmore

2 mins

One Stripe ready to strike first-up

March 16 SA (Kenilworth) form analysis

2 mins

McLaren 'In a Good Place'

Norris and Piastri Secure Australian GP 1-2 for Last Season's F1 Constructors' Champions

McLaren 'In a Good Place'

3 mins

Russian fake news led to gender row: Bach

A gender row involving two female boxers at the Paris 2024 Olympics was the result of a Russian fake news campaign and had little to do with reality, International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach said on March 15.

2 mins

Thunder best in West, but hope to peak in post-season

The Oklahoma City Thunder qualified for the National Basketball Association (NBA) playoffs with their latest victory.

Thunder best in West, but hope to peak in post-season

2 mins

'Old Mama Playing Against The Kid'

Sabalenka, 26, to face Andreeva, 17, who has revenge on her mind after Melbourne loss

'Old Mama Playing Against The Kid'

3 mins

Retired athletes often leave a void - some never get filled

On the ASAP Sports website there are roughly 900 transcripts of Rafael Nadal interviews dating back to April 2003.

Retired athletes often leave a void - some never get filled

3 mins

Five-star Hougang Drown DPMM

With a stunning 5-1 win over pool leaders Brunei DPMM on March 15, Hougang United have blown Group A of the Singapore Cup wide open.

Five-star Hougang Drown DPMM

2 mins

We are better understanding the plan: Amorim

Manchester United's ability to keep their cool after conceding goals in their past two games shows the team have made progress, manager Ruben Amorim said ahead of an English Premier League clash at Leicester City on March 16.

2 mins

Martinelli's Return: A Boost for Arteta

Gunners boss pleased with his options ahead of London derby with Saka also coming back

Martinelli's Return: A Boost for Arteta

2 mins

Pubs flow with draught in hope Magpies end drought

An archive news clip from 1976 says so much about the passion and fervour of Newcastle United's fans.

2 mins

Golden Start Or End Of Barren Spell?

Reds hope League Cup will be first trophy of Slot era, Magpies want to end title drought

2 mins

Niemann's Lucky Bracelet

LIV S'pore co-leader hopes the trinket given by a young fan proves a lucky charm

Niemann's Lucky Bracelet

3 mins

Bland Plays Not Just For Himself After Late Success

Patience is a virtue in a sport like golf and Richard Bland knows that all too well.

Bland Plays Not Just For Himself After Late Success

3 mins

Living with an invisible disease

Women with autoimmune conditions face a host of challenging symptoms, even judgment from outsiders as their suffering is not obvious to others

Living with an invisible disease

8 mins

Film-maker Giselle Lin believes reading helps her write better

Who: Giselle Lin, 28, is an independent film-maker with four short films under her belt. Her latest, Children's Day, premiered at the Berlinale Shorts competition in Berlin in February.

Film-maker Giselle Lin believes reading helps her write better

2 mins

Bhutan PM leans on Singapore to grow his country's economy

Tshering Tobgay has written a new book about Bhutan's transition from monarchy to democracy

Bhutan PM leans on Singapore to grow his country's economy

4 mins

Salutation Road explores fallout of self-betrayal

Cast your mind inwards and search within yourself for that moment of self-betrayal. It might feel easier, in the moment, to run away from some mistakes, even if it means wronging yourself.

Salutation Road explores fallout of self-betrayal

2 mins

Everyone In The Group Chat Dies a shallow but fun read

Tonally, the best comparison is 1996's horror-comedy, Scream

Everyone In The Group Chat Dies a shallow but fun read

3 mins

Korin's Saori Kawano Is a Key Player in Japanese Cuisine

When Ms. Saori Kawano arrived in New York City from Yokohama in 1978, most Americans' ideas of Japanese food ended at instant ramen and onion volcanoes.

Korin's Saori Kawano Is a Key Player in Japanese Cuisine

4 mins

Once a staple of Korean diners, eateries serving homely food are vanishing

South Korea's \"baekbanjip\", or restaurants serving home-style meals that include a bowl of rice, soup and a variety of freshly prepared side dishes, are on their way out as consumers gravitate towards something new.

Once a staple of Korean diners, eateries serving homely food are vanishing

1 min

New wave of Japanese restaurants

Omakase meals, fusion Japanese dishes, live seafood and tempura are among offerings

New wave of Japanese restaurants

3 mins

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