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June 14, 2025
Search for missing people and answers in Air India crash continues
As the search for missing people and answers continued for a second day after an Air India Boeing 787 crashed on June 12, the fate of the airline is up in the air.
2 mins
PM Wong, Vivian Convey Condolences to Indian Leaders Over Tragedy
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan have conveyed their condolences to their counterparts in India over the Air India plane crash that killed more than 260 people on June 12.
1 min
Trump warns Iran of more brutal attacks if there is no nuclear deal
World leaders urge restraint as Tehran calls Israeli strikes a declaration of war
4 mins
Singapore trims private housing land supply on confirmed list
Three sites on confirmed list
3 mins
Leaders of Singapore and Poland call for strengthened partnership
Amid a more challenging trade and geopolitical environment, Singapore looks forward to strengthening its partnership with Poland and to the two countries working more closely together, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on June 13.
2 mins
Kallang Basin Swimming Complex and St Wilfred Sport Centre to close
Both sites may be redeveloped for Plus flats because of proximity to town and amenities
3 mins
Aviation experts speculate about position of flaps and landing gear
Video footage of the Air India jetliner that crashed into a neighbourhood points to potential anomalies that aviation safety authorities will examine to understand what caused the accident that killed 241 people on board.
2 mins
My mind is just not ready to accept it
Families of Air India crash victims grapple with loss, grief and shock
4 mins
Survivor of crash jumped out of emergency exit, say police
Mr Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the only known survivor out of the 242 people on board an Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, had been sitting near an emergency exit of the London-bound flight and managed to jump out, police said.
3 mins
'We can't afford not to respond': Iranians react to attacks with anger, fear
Iranians reacted to Israeli strikes with anger and fear on June 13, with some urging retaliation while others worried the conflict would spell more hardship for a nation worn down by crises.
3 mins
Singapore urges all parties in conflict to exercise restraint
None of the players in this historic shift knows how the showdown will unfold
5 mins
S'pore's 15th Parliament to Open on Sept 5
The 15th Parliament will sit for its first session at 5pm on Sept 5, and all newly elected MPs will be sworn in then.
1 min
SIA Group to Ramp Up Asian Flights After Jetstar Asia's Exit
It also plans to hire 100 pilots, 200 cabin crew from retrenched Jetstar Asia staff
4 mins
Election spending in GE2025 outstrips GE2020; NSP president the biggest spender
Some $10.7 million was spent on campaigning for the 2025 General Election, with about three-quarters of candidates having reported their expenses to the Elections Department (ELD).
2 mins
S'pore, Indonesia Deepen Green Energy Partnership With Three New Deals
They aim to grow and decarbonise both economies sustainably, says Tan See Leng
3 mins
Cambodia Orders Troops to Be on Alert, Cuts Thai TV Shows in Border Spat
Cambodia ordered troops to stay on \"full alert\" and banned Thai dramas on television on June 13 as part of an ongoing border spat between the Southeast Asian neighbours.
2 mins
S-E Asia's Biodiversity, Leadership Draw Philanthropic Interest in Region's Oceans
The key role that Singapore played in brokering the High Seas Treaty made it fitting for an upcoming expedition involving Singapore researchers to be conducted in international waters, said founder and co-chief executive of non-profit OceanX Mark Dalio on June 13.
4 mins
Thai Court to Hear Thaksin Hospitalisation Case in July, Could Re-Sentence Ex-PM
Thailand's Supreme Court will hold hearings in July over the legitimacy of the prolonged hospital stay of influential former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra in lieu of prison, and it could potentially send him back to jail.
1 min
Oceans ‘inextricably tied’ to Singapore’s survival and well-being, says Vivian
Republic seeks to play constructive role in global efforts on ocean-related issues
2 mins
Mongolia Gets New PM After Anti-Corruption Protests
Mongolian lawmakers on June 13 confirmed former top diplomat Gombojav Zandanshatar as the country's new prime minister, after his predecessor resigned following weeks of anti-corruption protests.
2 mins
After 7 decades with Umno, loyal ally MCA mulls over going separate ways
Move comes amid grassroots' grumbles of being jilted in favour of rival party DAP
4 mins
Putin Calls for Rapid Development of Separate Drone Forces in Military
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on June 12 that drones had played a major role in the conflict in Ukraine and called for the rapid development and deployment of separate drone forces within the military.
1 min
Ukrainians Wait to Find Out if Loved Ones Are Among Returned Bodies
Russia and Ukraine Implement Deal to Hand Over 1,000 POWs Each and Remains of Dead
3 mins
Learning lessons from Ukraine, Taiwan eyes sea drones to counter China
Just off the small fishing port of Wushi on Taiwan's Pacific coast, a Taiwanese company is testing what could eventually be a powerful but unglamorous new weapon in the island's military arsenal - sea drones.
3 mins
FDA Approves Moderna's RSV Vaccine for Younger At-Risk Adults
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on June 12 expanded the use of Moderna's respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to a younger group of adults aged 18 to 59 who are at increased risk of disease.
2 mins
Appeals court allows Trump to keep National Guard in Los Angeles for now
Three-judge panel pauses lower court ruling blocking troop deployment during protests
2 mins
All town councils get top ratings for estate management in pre-GE review
Green ratings attained across 4 assessment categories like cleanliness, lift performance
2 mins
Scheme to train next-gen leaders of Chinese community groups in the works
A new programme is being drawn up to train the next generation of leaders for Chinese community groups, including clan associations.
2 mins
Video clip released to clear the air on Gan Siow Huang's handshake incident
A cultural group has released footage to clear the air over a handshake incident that led to online criticism of Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Trade and Industry Gan Siow Huang.
2 mins
Saudi Award Stands S'pore in Good Stead to Get Larger Haj Quota: Faishal
It gives Republic the resolve to continue appealing to Saudi govt for more slots for pilgrims, he says
2 mins
New S'pore distributors named for Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Opel vehicles
Global automotive group Stellantis has appointed two new Singapore distributors for three of its brands — Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Opel.
3 mins
Jail for man who punched his parents when they refused to give him money
Less than two years after being released from reformative training for assaulting his parents in 2021, a man went back to his old ways and punched them when they refused to give him money.
2 mins
HSA Anti-Vaping Op Uncovers Alleged Distribution Ring Led by Nightclub Manager
An anti-vaping operation by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has uncovered an alleged e-vaporiser distribution network led by the manager of a nightclub.
1 min
At The Courts Man Who Cheated Cousin Of $57k In Massage Chair Investment Scam Gets Jail
A man who duped multiple people, including his cousin, into believing he had a lucrative investment scheme involving massage chairs has been sentenced to 14 months' jail.
2 mins
Halfway house for ex-drug offenders expanded to take in more residents
Funds being raised to construct two buildings for a central kitchen and multi-purpose facility
3 mins
S'pore shares fall as traders cut exposure amid Mid-East tension
• STI down 0.3%; in broader market, losers lead 359 to 160 • Jardine Matheson tops index; Seatrium biggest decliner • China, S. Korea and Japan among regional markets hit
1 min
Temasek Joins Group to Develop AI-Related Projects
Temasek has joined a consortium backed by Microsoft, BlackRock, and tech investment company MGX to invest in and expand artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, according to BlackRock's investor-day presentation slides on June 12.
1 min
Data shows global sales of EVs, hybrids up 24% in May
Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose 24 per cent in May compared with the same period a year ago, as strength in China offset slower growth in North America, according to market research firm Rho Motion.
1 min
Meta Makes Major Investment in Scale AI, Takes in CEO
Scale AI announced a major new investment by Meta late on June 12 that values the start-up at more than US$29 billion (S$37.2 billion).
2 mins
China firms in talks to join group to buy Li Ka-shing's ports
Development raises hopes that Beijing's concerns over proposed deal could be eased
2 mins
Risk of oil supply disruptions
Iran's atomic organisation. The worsening Middle East conflict raises the risk of disruptions to oil supplies from key oil-producing nations in the region, said Ms Priyanka Sachdeva, senior market analyst at Phillip Nova, an affiliate of Singapore's investment manager PhillipCapital Group.
1 min
Ahmedabad Tragedy Could Put Brakes on Air India's Revamp
The crash of the London-bound Air India flight in Ahmedabad on June 12 that left more than 265 dead could slow the erstwhile national carrier's plans to expand and revive its reputation and profitability.
4 mins
SIA shares fall nearly 1.3% in wake of Air India crash
Singapore Airlines owns a stake in Air India after latter's merger with Vistara in 2024
3 mins
Oil Prices Soar to 3-Year High as Israel Launches Air Strikes on Iran
Oil prices spiked to their highest level in three years early on June 13 as news broke that Israel had launched dozens of air strikes against Iran, targeting its nuclear programme and military facilities, and killing its senior commanders.
3 mins
Google Cloud, Govt Launch AI Initiative to Help Local Firms
300 enterprises to be assisted in building in-house expertise, using AI in core areas
3 mins
Bride Prices Are Surging in China
Why is the government struggling to curb them?
2 mins
Offered a fixed-term contract instead of a permanent job — should you take offence?
Despite the insecurity and lack of benefits, it's still a chance to build value and boost your prospects.
4 mins
Jemaah Islamiyah isn't dead – it is evolving
Although it has officially disbanded, much of the former militant group's ideological infrastructure remains intact.
6 mins
Timor-Leste's Battle to Belong in Asean
The former Portuguese colony will become Asean's 11th member in October. Indonesia's bureau chief Arlina Arshad visits the young nation to gauge its pulse.
10+ mins
Letter From Hunan It once powered a revolution. Now, Hunan cuisine is conquering taste buds
Xiangcai's piquant, savoury and some say addictive flavours are gaining popularity
6 mins
Claw Can Dig In For Another Win
June 15 S.A. (Turffontein) Form Analysis
2 mins
Private Eye Hot on Stradbroke Handicap Trail
Trainer Pride plays down weights, fitness record against top miler in Brisbane classic
3 mins
Watch Out For Raging Blizzard
June 14 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) form analysis
5 mins
Australian Suspended as Horse-Whipping Video Surfaces
Dressage rider Heath Ryan, who competed for Australia at the 2008 Olympics, has been suspended by Equestrian Australia after a video of him whipping a horse during training was posted on social media.
1 min
Thunder Bid To Correct Course
Oklahoma City look to defence to counter Indiana's strong finish in key Game 4 clash
3 mins
Grand Slam Track Axes LA Finale Over Costs
Grand Slam Track cancelled its Los Angeles meet on June 12 as the organisers brought the debut season of the novel athletics circuit to an abrupt end after three events.
3 mins
I Should Thank Max For The Crash: Russell
Mercedes driver grateful that Verstappen's scare tactics backfired and he took blame
3 mins
US Open 2025 Nervous energy fuels Spaun's bogey-free feat
J.J. Spaun could not escape the talk about how punishing a set-up Oakmont Country Club is, and while that left him plenty nervous, the unheralded American felt the threat of danger at every turn helped power him to the first-round US Open lead on June 12.
2 mins
Rough, tough and testing: Golf's US Open is how sport should be
Bryson DeChambeau's US Open starts at just about half-past seven on a Thursday morning with a loud call of \"fore left.\" The American has the muscle to audition for the Reacher series, but this course doesn't care about power — only precision engineering.
3 mins
Pulisic defends loyalty, blasts his critics
United States captain Christian Pulisic has defended his decision to skip the Concacaf Gold Cup and said those questioning his commitment to the national team were \"way out of line\".
2 mins
Data-driven Frank may be solution that Spurs need
In hiring Thomas Frank as their new manager, Tottenham Hotspur said they are appointing \"one of the most progressive and innovative coaches within the game\", with a proven track record in player and squad development.
3 mins
Liverpool Break the Bank for Wirtz
Club-record deal will see coveted German joining ex-Leverkusen teammate Frimpong
2 mins
Headache for Salzburg as tournament rivals change coaches
Austrian side RB Salzburg's performance analysis department began early preparations for their opponents in the Club World Cup, but the fact that all their group rivals have changed coaches has added a huge element of uncertainty, said their coach Thomas Letsch.
2 mins
Five young talents to watch at the Club World Cup
FRANCO MASTANTUONO (CLUB: RIVER PLATE, AGE: 17, ATTACKING MIDFIELDER)
2 mins
Football's Bold New Chapter
Players from over 80 nations involved as Fifa aims to truly globalise club football
3 mins
Nurulasyiqah hails maiden World Cup individual medal
In her 21-year sporting career, Nurulasyiqah Mohd Taha has competed in two Paralympic Games and won medals at the Asian Para Games and Asia and South Pacific Boccia Championships, but individual honours at the World Cup proved elusive.
1 min
No More Doubts For Tay
Despite her constant worrying, national bowler wins S'pore Open for 3rd senior title
3 mins
PALETTE POLITICS
When the residents of a Teck Whye Avenue housing estate went to the polls in 2017, they were not choosing political candidates or parties.
8 mins
Echoes of Retro Japan
When devising the brief for their home, the owners of this four-room HDB maisonette had just returned from a trip to Japan.
2 mins
Accidental architect enjoys Ann Siang Hill's ups and downs
In this series, The Straits Times speaks to designers and residents about urban spaces that inspire them
3 mins
No Man's Land questions ideas of manhood
Young director Sim Yan Ying is fond of vignettes. As in her previous works No Particular Order (2023) and Dive (2024), she offers here with her mentor Alvin Tan another similarly fragmented piece: a companion to her Pass.ages (2024), which explored four women at milestone ages.
2 mins
Small space, big dreams
Enterprising Singaporean carves tiny bedroom out of HDB flat's service yard
5 mins
520i Touring a rare station wagon
Audi and Mercedes-Benz used to offer them in Singapore, but today, BMW is the only one, as seen in the 520i Touring
3 mins
Peugeot XP400 GT: A Fierce French Scooter in a Dual-Purpose Guise
The Peugeot XP400 GT looks like a scooter that could take on the world with its fierce design and grand touring abilities.
3 mins
Maxus seeks mostest with less powerful Mifa 7
The Mifa 7 has a real-world range of just over 400km, which makes it a long-haul electric multi-seater. ST PHOTOS: ARIFFIN JAMAR
3 mins
SG Culture Pass credits can be used for over 200 arts and heritage events
Come September, Singaporeans aged 18 and above will be able to use their $100 worth of credits under the SG Culture Pass to participate in more than 200 arts and heritage programmes; the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) announced on June 13.
2 mins
Human-size Labubu fetches $193,000 at Beijing auction
A Beijing auction house sold a human-size Labubu figure for 1.08 million yuan (S$193,000) on June 10, setting a new record for the \"blind box\" toy as it moves from craze to collectible.
1 min
Super Junior to perform here in January
To mark the 20th anniversary of their debut, Super Junior will bring their Super Show 10 tour to Singapore in 2026.
1 min
Crystal Jade, Wala Wala at Holland Village to close
Two Holland Village establishments look set to bow out of the foodie cluster in 2025.
2 mins
Madonna Spotted With Local Brand Aupen's Bag
Madonna has joined the ranks of international pop stars and actresses who have been seen carrying an Aupen handbag.
1 min
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