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Luckin Coffee just the tip of Starbucks' China woes

A spin-off or joint venture with a local partner is essential for the iconic American coffee chain's survival.

Not just trash: Why S. Korea is holding back in the 'balloon war'

Pyongyang's provocations are escalating beyond sending rubbish across the border. The battle of the balloons belies a more dangerous confrontation under way - one that might involve a larger power.

Reflections on Singapore politics, chess and tests of character

The World Chess Championship being held here resonates with all who follow Singapore chess and know something of the nation's political history.

How to stay healthy at 70? Here's the PAP's recipe

Keeping to core values, while adapting to a changing electorate, has kept the PAP dominant. But the disconnect between the elite and the masses can be a challenge.

Shopee's turnaround and what it needs to do to stay ahead

Key lies in navigating current challenges, capitalising on future opportunities: Experts

Asia likely to benefit from cheaper Mexican, Canadian oil if Trump imposes tariffs

Oil producers in Canada and Mexico will likely be forced to reduce prices and divert supply to Asia if US President-elect Donald Trump imposes 25 percent import tariffs on crude imports from the two countries, traders and analysts said.

What Amazon invested in Singapore in 2023

Amazon invested $2 billion across its retail and cloud businesses in Singapore in 2023.

Revolut expands S'pore workforce, products as it caters to businesses

Fintech giant also setting sights on providing for corporate sector's cross-border needs

How the return-to-office trend is playing out globally

Many firms expect staff to be in the office at least 3 days a week, but workers want some flexibility

Leaked BYD e-mail signals China EV price war set to intensify

BYD has asked suppliers to accept price cuts in 2025, in a sign that the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker is preparing for the brutal price war in the world's biggest car market to intensify.

S'pore stocks rise on optimism over rebound in real incomes

Gainers beat losers 249 to 245 in broader market, STI up 0.8% CapitaLand Investment tops index; HK Land biggest loser Asian markets mixed; Nikkei and Kospi up, Hang Seng falls

Lalamove drivers to gain representation, digital literacy training under pact

Logistics firm signs deal with NTUC affiliate that champions welfare of delivery workers

Elderly wheelchair user who molested Down syndrome woman gets jail

The prosecution described the case as a \"deeply troubling and reprehensible act of exploitation\". On Oct 10, 2023, an elderly man approached a woman who has Down syndrome and molested her after offering the victim $2 to lure her away from the public eye.

5 Cabinet ministers received e-mails demanding payment over doctored images

Five Cabinet ministers were among more than 100 recipients across 31 government agencies who have received e-mails demanding payment over doctored images since Nov 26.

Police probing suspected arson at Yishun executive condo worksite

Eight fires have been reported over an eight-day period at an executive condominium construction site in Yishun, with the Singapore Civil Defence Force's (SCDF) preliminary investigations showing it is arson.

Couple lauded for helping seniors to navigate online CPF tools

They are among 44 recognised for efforts to boost digital govt services, user experience

SIM marks 60 years with $60m fund to offer students scholarships, fee subsidies

Nearly 500 Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) students from lower-income families will receive scholarships and tuition fee subsidies under a new $60 million fund by the school.

Unis must look beyond metrics to societal benefits: SMU president

Universities must focus less on metrics such as citations and rankings and more on the societal benefits of their research, said Singapore Management University president Lily Kong.

New hub The Foundry houses 14 social impact organisations

It offers resources to incubate ideas, co-create and pilot solutions, and build communities

Case sets up committee to tackle ticket scalping, car-sharing disputes

The Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) has set up a working committee to tackle issues that are of concern to consumers, such as ticket scalping and disputes related to car-sharing, said Case president Melvin Yong on Nov 28.

Half of piling work on foundation of N-S Corridor viaduct completed

Section running from Admiralty Road West to Lentor Avenue set to be ready in 2027

State govt considering night safari for Johor Zoo

The Johor state government is considering introducing a night safari at the Johor Zoo to attract more visitors, said its Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

Till cash do us part: China probes firms duping men into marriages

A group of matchmaking companies in south-western China is under police investigation for duping men who sought their help in finding a spouse.

Malaysian billionaire Ananda Krishnan dies at 86

KUALA LUMPUR - Mr Ananda Krishnan, the elusive billionaire who rose from oil trader to one of Malaysia's most prolific dealmakers and bankrolled the 1985 Live Aid concert, has died. He was 86.

Ethnic strife frustrates peace efforts in India's Manipur state

Clashes over land, quotas have killed about 260, displaced some 60,000 since 2023

Ukraine wants to boost security ties with South Korea

KYIV - Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov said he had discussed joint steps to strengthen security and stability with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol while on a visit to Seoul on Nov 27.

Russia's hybrid warfare may trigger Nato defence clause

Russia's acts of sabotage against Western targets may eventually prompt Nato to consider invoking the alliance's Article 5 mutual defence clause, the head of Germany's federal intelligence service said on Nov 27.

Washington said to be readying $973m weapons aid package for Kyiv

WASHINGTON - US President Joe Biden's administration is preparing a US$725 million (S$973 million) weapons package for Ukraine, two US officials said on Nov 27, as the President seeks to bolster the government in Kyiv before leaving office in January.

3 Americans freed in US prisoner exchange with China

FBI informant among those released, in swap for Chinese intelligence officer

At least 27 killed in floods, landslides in North Sumatra

Indonesian rescuers are searching for passengers trapped in a minibus buried in mud after flash floods and landslides hit several locations in North Sumatra province, killing at least 27, an official said on Nov 28.