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November 10, 2024

Private hospitals' patient records to be added to national repository

By early 2025, new legislation that mandates contribution is expected to be passed: Ong

Private hospitals' patient records to be added to national repository

3 mins

Priest stabbed during mass in Bt Timah church; suspect arrested

A priest was stabbed by a knife-wielding man while he was conducting evening mass at St Joseph's Church in Upper Bukit Timah on Nov 9.

Priest stabbed during mass in Bt Timah church; suspect arrested

3 mins

No tolerance for violence in places of worship, say religious groups

Leaders of major faiths stand with Catholic community, pray for priest's recovery

No tolerance for violence in places of worship, say religious groups

4 mins

1 in 2 kids in S'pore has tooth decay by kindergarten age

The child was not even five when paediatric dentist Bien Lai Wen Pui pulled out all 20 of his baby teeth while he was under general anaesthesia.

1 in 2 kids in S'pore has tooth decay by kindergarten age

3 mins

New faces emerge across constituencies ahead of the next GE

In Tampines and Marine Parade GRCs, two new faces have featured on banners with elected MPs.

New faces emerge across constituencies ahead of the next GE

10 mins

Plan when you're healthy, early

Being able to respect his father's final wishes deepened this man's belief in need for an Advance Care Plan

Plan when you're healthy, early

3 mins

Birdwatching taking flight among more young Singaporeans

On Sunday mornings, 15-year-old Kaeden Sim gets togged up in a bucket hat, polo T-shirt and trekking pants and, with a camera in hand, sets off in search of Singapore's elusive winged residents.

Birdwatching taking flight among more young Singaporeans

3 mins

Taking S'pore's sea wonders to the heartland

New non-profit group plans to showcase rich underwater life via talks, games and more

Taking S'pore's sea wonders to the heartland

4 mins

Look beyond a 'quick buck': DPM Gan on investing in China

He remains cautiously optimistic about the Chinese economy's long-term prospects

Look beyond a 'quick buck': DPM Gan on investing in China

4 mins

Singapore, China leaders to hold meetings on bilateral cooperation

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang will lead a series of annual high-level meetings on bilateral cooperation on Nov 11.

1 min

SMILE, FLATTER, BARTER How the world is prepping for Trump 2.0

When British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Donald Trump at Trump Tower in New York City for dinner on Sept 26, it was part of a British charm offensive to nurture a relationship between a left-wing leader and a right-wing potential president.

SMILE, FLATTER, BARTER How the world is prepping for Trump 2.0

7 mins

Pelosi Suggests Biden should have exited election campaign sooner

Former US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi said if President Joe Biden had ended his re-election bid sooner, the Democratic Party could have held a competitive nominating process to choose his replacement.

Pelosi Suggests Biden should have exited election campaign sooner

1 min

Supermarkets in Australia under fire over pricing tactics

Govt taking action amid concerns that the practices are adding to cost-of-living crisis

Supermarkets in Australia under fire over pricing tactics

3 mins

US probing bigoted text messages spreading alarm across the country

Federal and state authorities are investigating a wave of bigoted text messages sent anonymously that have spread alarm among black Americans across the country this week, officials and recipients told Reuters.

2 mins

US announces charges in alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

US prosecutors announced charges on Nov 8 in an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate former president Donald Trump and a prominent dissident Iranian-American journalist.

2 mins

Human waste, drugs detected in balls that washed up on Sydney shores

When mysterious black balls started washing up on the beaches of Sydney in south-eastern Australia in October, they were initially thought to be tar balls.

Human waste, drugs detected in balls that washed up on Sydney shores

1 min

China touts success of its first home-grown nuclear reactor

Hualong One design is meant to be 'Fukushima-proof' to prevent leakages

China touts success of its first home-grown nuclear reactor

6 mins

In Taiwan, an Andy Lau classic sparks cross-strait controversy

Hong Kong pop star Andy Lau has found himself embroiled in a political controversy after he performed his classic song, Zhong Guo Ren, or \"Chinese people,\" at his first concert in Taiwan in more than a decade.

In Taiwan, an Andy Lau classic sparks cross-strait controversy

3 mins

Prabowo meets Xi on first overseas visit since he was sworn in

Trip to Beijing signals Indonesian leader's keen interest in boosting ties with China

Prabowo meets Xi on first overseas visit since he was sworn in

3 mins

North Korea jams GPS signals, affecting ships and aircraft in South

North Korea staged Global Positioning System (GPS) jamming attacks on Nov 8 and 9, an operation that was affecting several ships and dozens of civilian aircraft in South Korea, Seoul's military said.

2 mins

Qatar urged to expel Hamas after group rejected latest hostage deal

US says militant leaders should no longer be welcome in capital of any American partner

3 mins

Lebanese toddler buried for 14 hours after Israeli strike in induced coma

Rescuers did not expect to find two-year-old Ali Khalifeh alive after an Israeli strike on southern Lebanon killed his entire family and left him trapped under the rubble for 14 hours.

Lebanese toddler buried for 14 hours after Israeli strike in induced coma

2 mins

Strong likelihood that famine is imminent in north Gaza: Experts

There is a \"strong likelihood that famine is imminent in areas\" of the northern Gaza Strip, a committee of global food security experts warned on Nov 8, as Israel pursues a military offensive against Palestinian militant group Hamas in the area.

2 mins

24 killed, scores hurt in bomb blast at Pakistan train station

At least 24 people were killed and more than 40 injured in a bomb blast at a railway station in Quetta in south-western Pakistan on Nov 9, police and other officials told Reuters.

24 killed, scores hurt in bomb blast at Pakistan train station

1 min

WHO, 50 countries warn of ransomware attacks on hospitals

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and some 50 countries issued a warning on Nov 8 at the United Nations about the rise of ransomware attacks against hospitals, with the US specifically blaming Russia.

1 min

Musk took part in Trump-Zelensky call, says Ukrainian official

Mr. Elon Musk took part in a phone call between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President-elect Donald Trump after his election victory, a senior Ukrainian official told AFP on Nov. 8.

2 mins

Biden lets contractors repair US-supplied weapons in Ukraine

Key policy shift comes as a lot of equipment in the country is not in use owing to damage

Biden lets contractors repair US-supplied weapons in Ukraine

2 mins

HEALING WITH MAGIC

Health professionals pick up magic tricks to engage and build rapport with patients

HEALING WITH MAGIC

4 mins

Poly, ITE students get jobs at 'Happiest Place on Earth'

53 of them among first batch from Singapore to intern at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort

Poly, ITE students get jobs at 'Happiest Place on Earth'

3 mins

S'porean student from SJI International dies on school trip in Maldives

A 15-year-old Singaporean student from St Joseph's Institution (SJI) International died on Nov 8 during an overseas trip in the Maldives.

1 min

Tipsy Collective staff go unpaid amid tussle between co-founder and shareholders

More than 100 employees of home-grown hospitality group Tipsy Collective were not paid their October salaries in what is a sign of the firm's worsening financial mismanagement amid an ongoing legal battle between its co-founder and shareholders.

3 mins

Rising theatre star wants kids to see that their dreams matter

Working with them for Child Aid concert has opened up new side of his creativity

Rising theatre star wants kids to see that their dreams matter

3 mins

I left a profession I loved, then rejoined it. I don't regret the detour

The writer gained much from trying a different field, which gave him fresh perspectives and exposed him to the tech world.

I left a profession I loved, then rejoined it. I don't regret the detour

6 mins

How my mother and I ended up bending and bonding together

I nagged my mum to become fitter and healthier - and then realised I needed to do the same.

How my mother and I ended up bending and bonding together

5 mins

Book culture isn't dead, it's just evolving

Read this before you scoff at audiobooks. We may have just turned a page.

Book culture isn't dead, it's just evolving

5 mins

A battle is raging over the definition of open-source AI

Companies that bet on the right one could win big.

A battle is raging over the definition of open-source AI

6 mins

How a chef became the internet's favourite billionaire playboy

Exaggerated absurdity portrayed on his clips hooks viewers and keeps them guessing

How a chef became the internet's favourite billionaire playboy

8 mins

What to do with $100,000 windfall or spare cash?

Instead of splurging it all, think of ways to invest and grow that amount, experts advise

What to do with $100,000 windfall or spare cash?

7 mins

Learn 5 powerful tips for success from K-drama Itaewon Class

Hiring and keeping talented staff and customer-centric approach among factors that will benefit your business

Learn 5 powerful tips for success from K-drama Itaewon Class

8 mins

Red Hat CEO Hicks keeps an eye on red-hot AI

Even for a person who runs one of the best-regarded technology companies, the fast pace of developments in artificial intelligence (AI) can come as a surprise.

Red Hat CEO Hicks keeps an eye on red-hot AI

5 mins

Investments support CEO's philanthropic commitments

Finance executive believes it's important to contribute meaningfully to society

Investments support CEO's philanthropic commitments

5 mins

Vacation club deals leave holiday makers in debt

Shortly after Hope and William Gagnon arrived in Cancun, Mexico, the couple were approached by a salesperson from a vacation club. About 21 hours later, they had agreed to pay US$27,000 (S$35,800) to join the club - a significant commitment for Mrs Gagnon, who is a customer feedback specialist, and Mr Gagnon, a hospital courier.

Vacation club deals leave holiday makers in debt

3 mins

VIA SISTINA IS A TRUE CHAMPION

Cox Plate winner adds fifth Gl gong, helps McDonald to Melbourne Cup week record

VIA SISTINA IS A TRUE CHAMPION

2 mins

Farrell 'gutted' after NZ end run of rusty Irish

Andy Farrell said there were \"no excuses\" and the best team won, after New Zealand beat Six Nations champions Ireland 23-13 on Nov 8 to end their 19-match winning streak at Lansdowne Road.

Farrell 'gutted' after NZ end run of rusty Irish

2 mins

Struggling Wales aiming to deliver ecstasy at last

Warren Gatland has insisted that he is \"relishing the pressure\", even though Wales are on the brink of equalling their all-time record losing streak ahead of their November opener against Fiji in Cardiff on Nov 10.

1 min

COMBUSTIBLE CAVS CRUSH WARRIORS

'Hungry' Cleveland pour in 83 points in historic first half for magical 10-0 NBA start

COMBUSTIBLE CAVS CRUSH WARRIORS

3 mins

STILL COURTING MAJOR SUCCESS

Zverev 'optimistic' about winning maiden Grand Slam title after trials on and off court

STILL COURTING MAJOR SUCCESS

3 mins

Jittery Waring hangs on to Abu Dhabi lead

Paul Waring saw his lead cut to a single shot after he carded a one-over 73 in the third round of the Abu Dhabi Championship on Nov 9.

1 min

Red Bull go all in with eight billion laps of Las Vegas

When Max Verstappen goes to Las Vegas chasing a fourth successive Formula One title, he will be racing around a floodlit track his Red Bull team have simulated some eight billion times.

Red Bull go all in with eight billion laps of Las Vegas

2 mins

Froome sees Brailsford reviving Red Devils' fortunes

Four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome knows what it takes to turn a team into a winning operation after witnessing it firsthand while working with Dave Brailsford, who is credited with turning Britain into a world cycling power in the early-2000s.

Froome sees Brailsford reviving Red Devils' fortunes

2 mins

Nuno leads silk-and-steel Forest's rise up ladder

Amid the English Premier League's global growth, there have been many victims.

Nuno leads silk-and-steel Forest's rise up ladder

2 mins

UNITED NEED MORE GOALS: VAN NISTELROOY

He hopes to stay on as Amorim's assistant after final game in charge against Leicester

UNITED NEED MORE GOALS: VAN NISTELROOY

3 mins

Improving Chelsea can beat any team, says Maresca

UP FOR THE FIGHT

2 mins

ARTETA BUOYED BY PLAYERS' HUNGER

Arsenal boss says they can overcome slump; captain Odegaard could start against Chelsea

3 mins

Maeder, kitefoiling get sweet Yeo's bundle deal

An already momentous year for Singapore's kitefoiler Maximilian Maeder got even better on Nov 9, when local food and beverage company Yeo Hiap Seng (Yeo's) extended their sponsorship deal by another four years from 2025 to 2028.

Maeder, kitefoiling get sweet Yeo's bundle deal

2 mins

CAVENDISH'S FINAL RACE

Legend confirms that S'pore Criterium is his swansong - and he wants to claim it

CAVENDISH'S FINAL RACE

3 mins

Let's Talk About Death Who will care for my sister when I die?

Let's Talk About Death is a five-episode docuseries that follows several millennials and their loved ones as they navigate end-of-life planning, and seeks to kick-start honest conversations about death and dying well.

Let's Talk About Death Who will care for my sister when I die?

2 mins

Gen Z couples say no to hawker centre first dates

In the light of a Bumble survey, The Sunday Times speaks to four couples to find out how dating etiquette has evolved over the years

Gen Z couples say no to hawker centre first dates

7 mins

Grab Singapore's managing director listens to audiobooks

Mr Yee Wee Tang, 48, managing director of Grab Singapore, recently announced that the company has upgraded its Grab Benefits 2.0 programme and will spend $4 million a year on welfare for drivers and delivery workers who use the platform.

Grab Singapore's managing director listens to audiobooks

1 min

Japanese author inspired by external environs

Ko Shinjo is behind the novel that inspired Netflix hit Tokyo Swindlers

Japanese author inspired by external environs

4 mins

A layered narrative of Singapore and the Malay community in the 1960s and 1970s

NEVERNESS By Fairoz Ahmad Fiction/Ethos Books/Paperback/ 226 pages/$24

A layered narrative of Singapore and the Malay community in the 1960s and 1970s

3 mins

Small Rain finds great intimacy amid medical isolation

How has the Covid-19 pandemic shaped literary fiction? American novelist Garth Greenwell's turn from two erotically charged novels set in Bulgaria to his latest – a pandemic novel set in the sexless emergency ward of an Iowa hospital – offers answers.

Small Rain finds great intimacy amid medical isolation

2 mins

From drugs, jail and bankruptcy to social enterprise cafe for ex-offenders

Drugs. Bankruptcy. Failed marriages. And prison. But Mr Matthew Poh is not letting his past define him.

From drugs, jail and bankruptcy to social enterprise cafe for ex-offenders

4 mins

HIT THE RAILS ON A BIKE

It is always a thrill to pull out of a train station and feel yourself picking up speed, wheels click-clacking over the rails.

HIT THE RAILS ON A BIKE

1 min

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