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December 23, 2024

Angry questions in Germany after Christmas market car-ramming attack

The German government faced growing questions on Dec 22 about whether more could have been done to prevent the Christmas market car-ramming attack that killed five people and injured more than 200.

Angry questions in Germany after Christmas market car-ramming attack

3 mins

Singapore condemns attack; no reports of any S'poreans 'directly affected' or injured

Singapore condemns the Dec 20 deadly attack at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.

1 min

Carbon emissions from Singapore's land use expected to grow

Planting new trees cannot replace carbon loss from forest clearance in short term

Carbon emissions from Singapore's land use expected to grow

4 mins

Singapore condemns attack; no reports of any S'poreans 'directly affected' or injured

Singapore condemns the Dec 20 deadly attack at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.

1 min

SingPost fires 3 top execs, including CEO and CFO, over handling of probe

Trio found to have failed to exercise due diligence, breached their duties to company

SingPost fires 3 top execs, including CEO and CFO, over handling of probe

2 mins

Declining ability to absorb more carbon not unexpected: Experts

Given Singapore's small land size and highly urbanised landscape, emissions from agriculture, forestry and land use are negligible in comparison with other economic sectors, said the report.

Declining ability to absorb more carbon not unexpected: Experts

2 mins

STEREOTYPES, EXPECTATIONS

A battle beyond the ballot box for S'pore's women MPs

10 mins

PAP's Rahayu Mahzam an 'accidental politician'

Minister of State Rahayu Mahzam sees her job as a female politician as an honour that comes with the daily opportunity to make a difference in people's lives and champion causes that matter.

PAP's Rahayu Mahzam an 'accidental politician'

2 mins

Politics a family affair for PSP chief Hazel Poa

When Progress Singapore Party (PSP) chief Hazel Poa joined politics in 2009, her husband Tony Tan was in \"no position\" to stop her, she said.

Politics a family affair for PSP chief Hazel Poa

2 mins

More countries wooing middle-class Indian tourists who eye new experiences

Rising disposable incomes, stronger travel desire and wider aviation links fuel growth

More countries wooing middle-class Indian tourists who eye new experiences

6 mins

'Chai and samosas': US hotels roll out welcome for Indian travellers

US hotels and travel companies are aiming to tap a surge in Indian tourists to boost revenue as domestic leisure spending falters and demand from East Asian countries remains below pre-pandemic levels.

2 mins

Deep in debt, yet flying first class

Malaysian influencers in the spotlight for allegedly misusing funds even as they flaunt lavish lifestyles

Deep in debt, yet flying first class

4 mins

Indonesia to consider cutting jail terms of JI ex-members who back its dissolution

Indonesia's counter-terrorism agency has proposed cutting the prison terms of former Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) members who have declared support for the group's dissolution, in a bid to get more militants to surrender to the authorities.

Indonesia to consider cutting jail terms of JI ex-members who back its dissolution

3 mins

Over 21kg of wagyu beef in car entering Johor from S'pore seized

More than 21kg of wagyu beef from Japan without the necessary certification was seized at the Sultan Abu Bakar Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex in Johor.

1 min

US jet shot down over Red Sea in 'apparent case of friendly fire'

Both pilots rescued after aircraft carrier's escort ship 'mistakenly fires' on their plane

1 min

China 'firmly opposes' US defence aid package for Taiwan

China has said it \"firmly opposed\" US President Joe Biden's approval of US$571.3 million (S$774 million) in defence assistance for Taiwan.

China 'firmly opposes' US defence aid package for Taiwan

1 min

Israeli strikes kill 28 Palestinians in Gaza; hospital told to evacuate

Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip killed at least 28 Palestinians, eight of them at a school sheltering displaced families in Gaza City.

2 mins

Syria's new rulers name key figure in insurgency as defence minister

Syria's new rulers have appointed Mr Murhaf Abu Qasra, a leading figure in the insurgency which toppled former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, as defence minister in the interim government, an official source said on Dec 21.

2 mins

Iran's energy crisis hits 'dire' point, with power plants shut down

Government offices in Iran are closed or operating at reduced hours. Schools and colleges have moved to online learning only. Highways and shopping malls have descended into darkness, and industrial plants have been denied power, bringing manufacturing to a near halt.

Iran's energy crisis hits 'dire' point, with power plants shut down

2 mins

Turkey says it'll act if Syria can't tackle Kurd militia issue

Ankara wants new govt there to address its concerns and disband US-allied group YPG

2 mins

Man shot dead by Texas police after he drives truck into mall, injuring 5

Five people were injured on Dec 21 after a man drove his pick-up truck through the glass doors of a JCPenney outlet in a mall in Killeen, Texas, and continued to drive through the store before he was shot and killed by police, the authorities said.

1 min

Albania to shut down TikTok from 2025 for at least a year

Move aims to make schools safer following teen's death in fight after social media spat

2 mins

Trump names The Apprentice creator as new special UK envoy

US President-elect Donald Trump named Mr. Mark Burnett - the man who created the television show The Apprentice that helped catapult him to the presidency - as a special envoy to the United Kingdom.

Trump names The Apprentice creator as new special UK envoy

1 min

Trump says he might demand that Panama hand over Canal

US President-elect Donald Trump on Dec 21 accused Panama of charging excessive rates for use of the Panama Canal and said that if Panama did not manage the canal in an acceptable fashion, he would demand the US ally hand it over.

Trump says he might demand that Panama hand over Canal

2 mins

BRIDE, GROOM, SPY: India's wedding detectives

For some, the first step when young lovers want to get married is not to call a priest or party planner, but a sleuth

BRIDE, GROOM, SPY: India's wedding detectives

3 mins

Demand for self-storage services on the rise here

Need for flexible space solutions and diversified offerings among factors driving rapid growth

Demand for self-storage services on the rise here

4 mins

2024 wrapped

Closures of local farms. The hottest year on record. A dramatic UN climate conference. These were some of the most significant developments in the environment sector in 2024.

2024 wrapped

6 mins

Teaching students the art of spotting scams

44-page magazine part of wider efforts by educational platform to boost awareness

Teaching students the art of spotting scams

4 mins

Meet agentic AI - chatbots that can make decisions for users

Next wave of advancement in AI expands tech's capabilities, but also presents new risks

Meet agentic AI - chatbots that can make decisions for users

7 mins

US economy clocks wins but Fed policy is a wildcard

The US economy is pulling ahead of its global peers.

4 mins

Nov inflation figures calm rattled markets

Reaction to Fed's hawkish rate cut potentially signals greater turbulence in the short term

Nov inflation figures calm rattled markets

4 mins

Students taking proactive steps to secure their dream jobs

As job opportunities increase across various sectors, graduating students prioritize roles aligning with their passions and career goals, actively seeking competitive advantages to secure their desired positions.

3 mins

Stand out with skills in handling digital tools

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 for The Straits Times' Headstart newsletter.

Stand out with skills in handling digital tools

3 mins

Sustainability, AI among sectors with higher demand for fresh grads

But even as opportunities grow, some students focus on roles that align with their passions

Sustainability, AI among sectors with higher demand for fresh grads

5 mins

Who holds the power now? The new think-tanks whispering in Trump's ear

Economic nationalists and populists are sidelining conservative stalwarts and reshaping Republican policy.

Who holds the power now? The new think-tanks whispering in Trump's ear

5 mins

Elon Musk is Donald Trump's wrecking ball

Forty-eight hours of chaos descended on Congress after the world's richest man used his own social media platform to spread misinformation. Not for the last time.

Elon Musk is Donald Trump's wrecking ball

3 mins

Strain behind smiles: Why the hospitality industry must prioritise its people

Long hours, emotional labour and relentless demands from guests can lead to burnout. The industry needs good support systems for workers to thrive.

Strain behind smiles: Why the hospitality industry must prioritise its people

5 mins

Why the TikTok era spells trouble for the establishment

Populism is the winner in the shift from traditional to social media and from text to video and audio.

3 mins

Is the age of American air superiority coming to an end?

The growing effectiveness of air defence systems could blunt the West's most powerful weapons.

Is the age of American air superiority coming to an end?

7 mins

Voices of Youth IB ● Exam different for each student, so scores a poor indicator of performance

IB ● Exam different for each student, so scores a poor indicator of performance

1 min

Failed merger Income should focus on organic growth, not on seeking strategic partner

I wish to comment on statements issued by Allianz, Income and NTUC Enterprise on Dec 16 (Allianz calls off deal with Income Insurance after public scrutiny, Dec 16).

Failed merger  Income should focus on organic growth, not on seeking strategic partner

2 mins

Don't let inquiry into unmasking of IC numbers lower morale of public officers

The move by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (Acra) to unmask NRIC numbers was attributed to a misunderstanding of an internal circular issued by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (Misunderstanding of internal govt circular led to unmasking of NRIC numbers on Bizfile: Acra, Dec 19).

1 min

Slow buses ● Drivers regulate speed to prevent bunching

We refer to Mr Mahendran Kandasamy's letter \"Buses moving too slowly\" (Dec 13).

1 min

Replies Employment ● Firms play key role by having inclusive practices for staff with disabilities

We thank Mr Bernd Starke (Persons with disabilities often exceed employers' required qualifications, Dec 12) and Mr Zachary Tay (Helping those with disabilities means more than having good job numbers, Dec 17) for their letters.

1 min

Jerry Chau wins three, Hamelin hits 100 HK wins

Jerry Chau continued a form resurgence with a treble, scoring on Dennis Yip-trained veteran Fire Ball ($74) in the HK$875,000 (S$153,000) Class 5 Amaryllis Handicap (1,600m), Another World ($172) for Benno Yung in the HK$1.17 million Class 4 Holly Handicap (1,400m) and Ricky Yiu's Sky Joy ($47) in the HK$1.17 million Class 4 Hibiscus Handicap (1,200m) on Dec 22.

Jerry Chau wins three, Hamelin hits 100 HK wins

2 mins

MACAU IMPORTS TAKE THE FEATURE RACES IN MALAYSIA

Arigato and Daylight snap up the title races in Kuala Lumpur and Penang respectively

MACAU IMPORTS TAKE THE FEATURE RACES IN MALAYSIA

2 mins

McDonald ends Hong Kong stint with glory

James McDonald closed a highly successful short-term stint in Hong Kong with a quartet at Sha Tin on Dec 22, crowning his stay with two Group 1 victories while amassing more than HK$72 million (S$12.55 million) for connections during the 11-meeting cameo.

McDonald ends Hong Kong stint with glory

1 min

Banned skater Valieva delights fans at ice gala in Moscow

MOSCOW - Russian figure skating star Kamila Valieva, serving a four-year ban for doping, received a standing ovation as she stole the show at an ice gala in Moscow on Dec 21.

Banned skater Valieva delights fans at ice gala in Moscow

1 min

TATUM REACHES BIRD'S HEIGHTS

He dominates Bulls game, joins legend as only Celtics to record 40-pt triple-double

TATUM REACHES BIRD'S HEIGHTS

3 mins

'Relaxed' Heat pay price as Magic overturn big deficit

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic rallied from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat 121-114 on Dec 21.

2 mins

USYK 'GOT A LITTLE CHRISTMAS GIFT'

Fury questions decision after losing second heavyweight bout in a row to Ukrainian

USYK 'GOT A LITTLE CHRISTMAS GIFT'

3 mins

Woods, son 'have fun' for halfway lead at PNC

Former world No. 1 Tiger Woods and his 15-year-old son Charlie combined for a 13-under 59 to share the lead after the first round of the PNC Championship parent-child golf event on Dec 21.

Woods, son 'have fun' for halfway lead at PNC

2 mins

Zheng skips United Cup to rest ahead of Aussie Open

Chinese world No. 5 Zheng Qinwen pulled out of the season-opening United Cup on Dec 22, citing the need for more rest. But she plans to be at the Australian Open.

2 mins

HUMILITY LEADS TO WIN FOR ATLETICO

Simeone hails team's resilience as they have to 'suffer' before coach gets his first win at Barca

HUMILITY LEADS TO WIN FOR ATLETICO

3 mins

Conte upset with display in Napoli's 2-1 victory

Napoli coach Antonio Conte was far from satisfied despite his side's narrow Serie A win at Genoa on Dec 21, making it clear that the performance from his players did not meet his expectations.

Conte upset with display in Napoli's 2-1 victory

2 mins

Littler overcomes nerves to set record at worlds

Teenage sensation Luke \"The Nuke\" Littler set a tournament record with a 140.91 set average as he secured a second-round win in the PDC World Championships with a 3-1 victory over fellow Englishman Ryan Meikle late on Dec 21.

Littler overcomes nerves to set record at worlds

2 mins

SET PIECES STILL UNITED'S BANE

They slump 3-0 to Cherries at home; Rashford left out for third straight game

SET PIECES STILL UNITED'S BANE

3 mins

Ipswich not solid enough as Isak stars

IPSWICH - Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna saw his team taught some harsh lessons as their defensive errors were clinically punished by a Newcastle United side who thrashed them 4-0 at home in the English Premier League on Dec 21.

Ipswich not solid enough as Isak stars

2 mins

Jesus piles more misery on Palace but Saka injured

An injury to Bukayo Saka ahead of a busy festive fixture list cast a shadow over Arsenal's 5-1 Premier League romp at Crystal Palace on Dec 21 but if manager Mikel Arteta was worried about that, at least Gabriel Jesus' form offered some comfort.

Jesus piles more misery on Palace but Saka injured

2 mins

TOP OF THE WORLD AGAIN

Ferdous ends 6-year wait for 2nd silat title as Singapore claim 3 golds in Abu Dhabi

TOP OF THE WORLD AGAIN

3 mins

Match fever back as Lions s-final tickets sell out

More than sixteen hours before the ticketing office at Jalan Besar Stadium opened its doors on Dec 22, Sheila Gustarisha and her son were already in line to get their hands on tickets to the Singapore-Vietnam clash.

Match fever back as Lions s-final tickets sell out

2 mins

Being parents themselves, they share how they capture precious moments of their young children

10 pro tips from ST photographers

Being parents themselves, they share how they capture precious moments of their young children

1 min

It wasn't you. It was your parents

In 2021, Ms Amber Nuno was living in Los Angeles, the US, working at her dream job developing new products at Apple, making six figures and driving a nice car.

It wasn't you. It was your parents

3 mins

Celebrating Christmas, despite losing someone dear

It is hard, but grieving is a form of learning that teaches us how to be in the world without someone we love in it

Celebrating Christmas, despite losing someone dear

4 mins

Wallace and Gromit grapple with 'smart gnome' in latest movie caper

Artificial intelligence takes a new twist in Nick Park's latest Wallace & Gromit film, which features a \"smart gnome\" who goes rogue and offers what the Oscar-winning film-maker said is a lighthearted look at the human use of technology.

Wallace and Gromit grapple with 'smart gnome' in latest movie caper

1 min

SSO closes year with cellist Steven Isserlis and conductor Mario Venzago

British cellist Steven Isserlis is such a favourite with audiences worldwide that any Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) concert featuring him is likely to be sold out.

SSO closes year with cellist Steven Isserlis and conductor Mario Venzago

2 mins

2NE1 perform All I Want For Christmas Is You

The trailblazing K-pop girl group were in Singapore for their Welcome Back tour to mark their 15th anniversary

2NE1 perform All I Want For Christmas Is You

3 mins

Seeing world's beauty before kids go blind

Canadian family's epic trip to create visual memories for their children with an incurable eye disease is captured in documentary film

Seeing world's beauty before kids go blind

3 mins

Classic film Home Alone hits the road with actor Macaulay Culkin for Christmas

It has been 34 years since Kevin McCallister paint-canned two sour-faced bandits in Home Alone (1990).

Classic film Home Alone hits the road with actor Macaulay Culkin for Christmas

1 min

Singapore Flyer unveils Sonic The Hedgehog-themed experience

Popular action-adventure comedy movie Sonic The Hedgehog 3 will soon premiere in theatres in Singapore, but the titular supersonic blue hedgehog of the video game adaptation will not only be on-screen, it will also take to the skies.

Singapore Flyer unveils Sonic The Hedgehog-themed experience

1 min

GOT7 to return as full group

K-pop group GOT7 is gearing up for a comeback under a new agency.

GOT7 to return as full group

1 min

Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment, smear campaign

Hollywood actress Blake Lively has sued her co-star and director of the romance film It Ends With Us (2024), Justin Baldoni.

Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment, smear campaign

3 mins

Sigourney Weaver makes West End debut

Oscar-nominated Hollywood star Sigourney Weaver has made her West End debut as the magician Prospero in William Shakespeare's The Tempest, and said she was glad she had taken on the role.

Sigourney Weaver makes West End debut

1 min

Thinking Out Of The Block

A full-sized tram (top, above and right) built from 1.8 million pieces of Lego bricks is on display in central Budapest.

Thinking Out Of The Block

3 mins

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