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January 21, 2025
Trump Sworn In, Outlines Agenda to Reshape America
47th US President Declares 'Golden Age of America Begins Right Now'
4 mins
Last Two BTO Projects Delayed by Covid-19 Completed
All 92 Build-To-Order (BTO) projects that were delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic have been completed, after construction for the last two developments wrapped up in January.
3 mins
Biden Issues Pardons to Protect Milley, Fauci, Cheney From Trump Retaliation
Move Covers All Lawmakers Involved in Probe of Jan 6, 2021, Storming of US Capitol
2 mins
Trump Set to Exit Paris Climate Accord and Expand Oil, Gas Drilling
He is also expected to withdraw the US from the Paris climate accord and expand oil and gas drilling.
2 mins
President Tharman, PM Wong Congratulate Trump on His Inauguration
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have congratulated United States President Donald Trump on his inauguration, noting the strong ties between Singapore and the US.
2 mins
Death penalty: Public interest comes first before beliefs, says Shanmugam
In Facebook post, minister outlines Singapore's considerations on use of capital punishment
3 mins
Measures in place to minimise delays
across 27 projects in 2025. Asked if there are measures in place to prevent delays to BTO projects due to the termination of contractors' services, Mr Lee said the authorities had rolled out various measures to minimise such occurrences.
1 min
Foster deeper understanding and acceptance amid changes: Minister
It will help ensure that changes can strengthen social fabric: Edwin Tong
3 mins
Signs of social cohesion coming under strain in Singapore: IPS director
The number of close friends that Singaporeans have has shrunk over the past six years, from 10.67 on average in 2018 to 6.49 in 2024, a study by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) has found.
4 mins
Not all Israelis back the uneven exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners
As the Gaza Strip ceasefire took hold, one aspect of the agreement was strikingly lopsided: Hamas released three Israeli women held in Gaza on Jan 19, while Israel was expected to release 90 Palestinian women and minors held in its prisons later in the day.
3 mins
Gaza truce holding after first hostage-prisoner swop
But anxiety palpable in Israel as parties begin negotiating next phase of ceasefire
3 mins
Singapore Red Cross pledges $300,000 in relief supplies to Gaza
The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) is committing $300,000 worth of relief supplies to support the needs of affected communities inside the Gaza Strip, in response to the Jan 19 ceasefire between Hamas and Israel.
2 mins
Japan shifts to 'active cyber defence' amid wave of online hits
It will allow authorised hackers to strike pre-emptively to prevent or stop sabotage
4 mins
TikTok Restores US Service After Going Offline Briefly
TikTok restored its service in the US on Jan 19 after briefly going dark, as a law banning the wildly popular app on national security grounds came into effect.
3 mins
China solar panel makers close plants, scale back production in Malaysia as US tariffs bite
More firms expected to call it quits in 2025, leaving some 5,000 jobless: Research firm
4 mins
Time Taken to Ramp Up Nuclear Power Will Exceed 2030 Emissions Timeline: Agency Chief
More countries may be considering nuclear power to help them meet their energy security needs while tackling climate change, but the time taken to ramp up nuclear power supply will exceed the 2030 timeline for the world to nearly halve its emissions.
4 mins
Mugshot, khaki uniform, solitary cell for S. Korea's detained leader
South Korea's impeached President Moon Jae-in has spent his first night incarcerated as a pretrial inmate at the Seoul Detention Centre after a court issued a formal detention warrant on Jan 19 to hold him for up to 20 days.
3 mins
Yoon gets visitor ban, continues to refuse questioning
South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol was slapped with a visitor ban on Jan 19 and once again refused to be questioned by investigators on Jan 20.
2 mins
Indonesia's Plan to Restrict Kids' Access to Social Media Lauded
But possible leaks of personal data and children's digital rights among concerns
3 mins
Opposition's planned budget cuts will hurt govt ops: Taiwan Premier
Taiwan's premier on Jan 20 said the government faced a crisis in day-to-day operations, including national security, because of large budget cuts proposed by opposition parties, which have cited a need to cut waste.
2 mins
China's Ageing Villages Face Yawning Healthcare Gap in Fragile Economy
Critics See Long-Term Risks in Choosing Industrial Investment Over Rural Population's Welfare
5 mins
Inflation and job worries fuel risk of civil unrest, Edelman survey shows
A global inflation scare and concerns that economic shifts will erode jobs are feeding perceptions that the world is becoming increasingly unfair, threatening civil unrest as a response, according to communications firm Edelman.
1 min
Negotiators Close In On Deal To Disarm Syria's Last Battleground
Kurdish fighters seen either leaving restive north-east or joining defence ministry
6 mins
Indian police volunteer gets life term for rape, murder of junior doctor
An Indian court handed down a life sentence on Jan 20 to a police volunteer convicted of the rape and murder of a junior doctor in the hospital where she worked in the eastern city of Kolkata, rejecting demands for the death penalty and saying it was not a rare crime.
2 mins
Ketamine now a lifeline for those suffering from severe depression
Since sale of nasal spray was approved, 5 psychiatrists here have reported sterling results
4 mins
Need to protect future generations drives support for net-zero goal: Poll
With the effects of climate change now more keenly felt worldwide, respondents of a recent climate survey are largely supportive of Singapore's net-zero target because they want a liveable environment for future generations, and reduce the worst effects of the climate crisis.
2 mins
Benefits of common decongestant found in many medications outweigh risks: HSA
The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said the benefits of pseudoephedrine, a decongestant found in 31 medications here, outweigh the risks it poses, in response to reports overseas of adverse effects.
3 mins
Indonesian Defence Minister makes introductory visit to Singapore
Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin is in Singapore for an introductory visit, said the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) on Jan 20.
1 min
GE cuts coverage for A and B1 policyholders who upgrade ward
Reduction in IP coverage reflects changes to MediShield Life that will take effect in April
4 mins
Bak kwa from Malaysia cannot be brought into Singapore: SFA
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has reminded members of the public that they cannot bring home bak kwa, or barbecued pork slices, from Malaysia yet.
1 min
Jail, cane for man who raped ex-girlfriend and blamed it on her
He assaulted victim at her home, upset that she had moved on from relationship
3 mins
Woman in crash who sued SMRT Buses for over $5m gets $17k
A driver who sued SMRT Buses for more than $5 million in damages following an accident was awarded $17,373.16 after a judge found that her neck injuries were not caused by it.
3 mins
Driver who ran red light and hit cyclist fined; victim also negligent
A driver who ran a red light and crashed into a cyclist at a traffic junction in Jurong, causing the cyclist to suffer a fractured spine, was convicted in court on Jan 20.
2 mins
Lasalle's plan to build 12-storey block delayed by pandemic
Construction of a 12-storey block at Lasalle College of the Arts, previously slated to start in 2021 and be completed by 2025, has been delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
2 mins
Singapore shares end lower ahead of Trump inauguration
• Gainers outpace losers 303 to 192 across broader market • Hongkong Land biggest STI gainer; Seatrium falls the most • Regional indexes mostly up; S. Korea's Kospi down 0.1%
1 min
Wealth management, AI, and cyber-security firms among fastest-growing in Singapore
More real estate companies also make it to annual top 100 list compared with prior year
4 mins
S'pore-listed CSE Global eyes growth with more electrification, data centre projects expected
Five Singapore Exchange-listed companies were among 100 of the Republic's fastest-growing firms, underscoring their ability to scale revenues during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, while continuing to optimise bottom lines for shareholders, a list released on Jan 21 showed.
1 min
Building trust through a strong work ethic
By developing its people and making each project an opportunity to shine, Conexus Studio has won over clients with big names like BBC Studios and Ubisoft
3 mins
Helping clients ride the laundromat wave
From running laundromats to providing aspiring business owners with turnkey services, Fresh Laundry grew its revenue by almost five times since 2020
4 mins
China Working to Stabilise Vanke as Developer's Woes Deepen
Chinese officials are taking steps to stabilise operations at China Vanke after deepening liquidity stress and questions surrounding the whereabouts of its top executive triggered turmoil for its bonds and shares last week, according to people familiar with the matter.
2 mins
Why Bitcoin and gold can have a place in portfolios
Gold regarded as safe haven, while Bitcoin has potential for substantial gains: Experts
5 mins
Trump's crypto token becomes one of world's most valuable
The Trump family's new crypto token surged in just two days to become one of the most valuable forms of digital currency in the world, creating the potential for a multibillion-dollar payout to the family but also generating a storm of questions about the conflicts of interest the new venture creates.
1 min
China's Young Adults Accelerate Saving, Raising Economic Risks
The frugal trend that began in China during the economic disruption of the Covid-19 pandemic, and deepened amid the crisis in the property market, is intensifying as Gen Z shuns government calls to spend, spend, spend and doubles down on saving.
3 mins
S'pore-listed firms have more diverse boards now than 5 years ago: Study
Progress made in percentage of women members, but not in cultural diversity
3 mins
The Big Cantopop Question as Hong Kong Gets in Tune With China
The diaspora worries that the city is losing its identity. And yet, an orientation towards China in entertainment seems inevitable.
5 mins
Lessons from Hong Kong's fight against Shenzhen's dining pull
Hong Kong's push to recapture its dining flair is something Singapore's restaurants may soon have to emulate, with JB's options steadily gaining appeal.
7 mins
Cantopop's evolution tells tale of diversifying HK identity
Chinese variety shows as a form of unwelcome cultural appropriation or a nefarious strategy to subsume the Hong Kong identity into a larger Chinese one.
2 mins
8 Tips From A Regretful Investor On What Not To Do
Stakes are high when you invest your retirement savings. It pays to be extra cautious.
4 mins
Road to global cooperation runs through regions
Mission-specific collaboration across Africa, Europe and Asia shows how regional approaches can deliver on global objectives at a time of geopolitical turbulence.
3 mins
Forget Trump, Taiwan Faces Much Bigger Problems
The international politics of cross-strait security will shift as more countries back China's claim over Taiwan and its efforts to control the island.
3 mins
Creativity ● AI a tool to expand human imagination
I refer to the letter \"Being human is at the heart of why we read and write\" (Jan 16).
1 min
Stronger steps needed to protect young gamers and their families
As a former player of Genshin Impact, I was interested to read about Singapore-based Cognosphere's US$20 million (S$27 million) settlement with the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations of violating children's privacy laws and misleading marketing practices (Genshin Impact publisher to pay $27m to settle US charges of violating children's privacy, Jan 18).
1 min
Learning Differences ● Drama Programmes Can Help Children With Dyslexia Develop Essential Skills
The Opinion piece on the transformative power of drama, especially in empowering children with dyslexia and other learning differences, resonated with me (No drama? We could do with some in our schools, Jan 11).
1 min
Social media ● Take measures to tackle root causes of addiction
I refer to the article on Singapore's talks with Australia over its social media ban for users under 16 (Singapore in talks with Australia over social media ban for young users, Jan 7).
1 min
Choisya Surprises in Cape Verdi
Father-and-son training duo Simon & Ed Crisford join roll of honour for Group 2 race
3 mins
It may pay to follow Corrupt in his handicap debut
Jan 21 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis
3 mins
VIA SISTINA BEGINS NEW CAMPAIGN IN GOOD SHAPE
Cox Plate winner among Waller stars at Warwick Farm trials
2 mins
Nervy Straka banks on putter to win The Amex
Austrian Sepp Straka conquered his nerves to capture his third PGA Tour title in convincing style on Jan 19, firing a two-under 70 to win The American Express in La Quinta, California by two strokes.
2 mins
CLIPPERS PRESS HOME THEIR ADVANTAGE
They beat city rivals again in first game against Lakers at Inglewood since 1999
3 mins
Hatton in top 10 after a 'dream' Dubai title
Englishman Tyrrell Hatton eked past New Zealand's Daniel Hillier to win the Dubai Desert Classic on the DP World Tour by a single shot on Jan 19 at the Emirates Golf Club.
2 mins
Yamal Crucial to Barcelona's Hopes in Europe
Barcelona's last visit to Benfica ended in a heavy thumping on the way to Champions League group-stage elimination in 2021, but with starlet Lamine Yamal propelling a team on the rise, hopes are far higher for them this time around.
2 mins
France in 'great shape' for Six Nations, says upbeat Dupont
France captain Antoine Dupont said Toulouse's thrashing of Leicester Tigers in the Champions Cup was the perfect warmup for the Six Nations.
2 mins
SLOT PAYS TRIBUTE TO REDS' PIVOTS
Dutchman praises No. 6s like Gravenberch for supplying the ball to Liverpool's front 3
2 mins
Amorim slams 'worst' side in United's history
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim labelled his team possibly the worst in the club's history after a 10th English Premier League defeat of the season, inflicted at home by Brighton & Hove Albion on Jan 19.
2 mins
Some coaches seem too inflexible for their teams' good
The weekend's Premier League action saw Liverpool secure a crucial late victory in the title race, while the relegation-threatened bottom-three teams all suffered losses.
2 mins
CITY ARE BACK ON TARGET: GUARDIOLA
He hails his team for returning to their old selves in the 6-0 demolition of Ipswich
3 mins
TV host sorry for Djokovic 'banter'
Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologised to Novak Djokovic and his fans for comments he made on TV on Jan 17 that the 10-time Australian Open champion considered \"insulting and offensive\".
2 mins
KEYS RETURNS TO MELBOURNE LAST EIGHT
American neutralises Rybakina's serve to stun sixth seed and set up Svitolina clash
3 mins
Sinner Weathers Dizzy Spells With Lucky Break
Jannik Sinner battled dizzy spells on Jan 20 to reach an Australian Open quarter-final against Alex de Minaur, admitting a long interruption when he accidentally broke the net was \"big, big luck\".
2 mins
Two fairy-tale figures exit, but leave lessons
Fairy tales aren't just feel-good tales, in sport they leave behind lessons. From Tien and Monfils came the same audacious one: Don't believe 19 is too young and 38 too old
3 mins
SBA SINGLES OUT SRIDHAR
Badminton body set to add 2007 Asian bronze medallist to coaching set-up
3 mins
Buy before you fly
Changi Airport is pulling out all the stops to get travellers to spend at the transport hub, with new boutiques and a revamped shopping campaign
8 mins
Experiential travel on the rise
The airport also offers a 24/7 complimentary shopping concierge service (str.sg/gYTk) for both travellers and non-travellers.
4 mins
The Great Ocean Road abalone adventure
Many make the long drive along Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road to marvel at the 12 Apostles - colossal limestone stacks rising dramatically from the ocean - or to wander the lush trails of the Great Otway National Park.
2 mins
Nature and Kinship on a Phinisi
Explore the pristine islands and waters of the Coral Triangle in Indonesia on a luxury yacht built out of love for family
4 mins
Laos on the cusp of potential tourism boom
The country's government hopes new hotels, roads and a train system will put it on visitors' lists
6 mins
Welcoming the new year with feel-good concert
As to be expected, the Singapore Chinese Orchestra's annual Chinese New Year concert - Rhapsodies Of Spring was a festive and celebratory affair. Conducted by Quek Ling Kiong, it opened with Tang Jianping's Overture For The New Century Concert.
2 mins
Striking scenes and staging in A Brooding Beast In The Corner
In a time of increasing awareness about humans' impact on the world and where climate change has led to greater urgency to address some of that impact, Arts Fission starts the year off with a frank, gritty look at the topic.
2 mins
Eddie Redmayne plays shape-shifting killer in the Jackal
He plays against type in new show The Day Of The Jackal, but was careful not to mess up because his father loved the 1973 film adaptation
3 mins
Superman actor Henry Cavill welcomes first child with girlfriend Natalie Viscuso
It looks like British actor Henry Cavill is now a father.
1 min
Trump Names Trio of Divisive Stars as Hollywood 'Ambassadors'
American President-elect Donald Trump named controversial movie legends and long-standing supporters Jon Voight, Mel Gibson and Sylvester Stallone as special envoys to Hollywood on Jan 16 in a bid to make the entertainment industry \"stronger than ever before\".
1 min
How Mufasa: The Lion King Became a Sleeper Hit
Mufasa has life in him after all.Mufasa: The Lion King, a photorealistic Lion King (1994 and 2019) prequel, arrived on cat paws at the Christmas box office, collecting a weak US$35 million (S$47 million) in its first weekend in North American cinemas, or 30 percent less than Disney had expected.
2 mins
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