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Enforcement to be stepped up against heavy vehicle operators after fatal Melaka pile-up

Concern in Malaysia over a multi-vehicle highway crash that killed seven people on Dec 23 has prompted the authorities to step up enforcement against errant heavy vehicle operators.

Residents at China's first retirement home for the blind sing, travel and even find love

Thoughtful planning and support ensure they feel safe and are not isolated

Vietnam jails more officials for bribery over Covid-19 flights, quarantine

A court in Vietnam on Dec 27 jailed more than a dozen officials for up to 12 years for corruption over repatriation flights and quarantine during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Singaporean Passengers Suffered Minor Injuries in Norway Bus Crash: MFA

Passengers from Singapore suffered minor injuries in a deadly bus crash in Norway, which resulted in three deaths after the vehicle went off the road, and have received consular assistance from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).

Yoon 'authorised shooting' during martial law bid

He also vowed to declare martial law three times if necessary, say S. Korean prosecutors

News analysis Why the US media struggles to cover President-elect

The impending Trump presidency is stirring up disquiet in the American media, which has still not quite figured out how to cover an unconventional political leader given to half-truths, wild exaggerations and impromptu threats.

Trump Asks Supreme Court To Pause Law That Could Ban TikTok

Donald Trump has urged the US Supreme Court to pause a federal TikTok law that would ban the popular social media app or force its sale, with the Republican US President-elect arguing that he should have time after taking office to pursue a \"political resolution\" to the issue.

They Thought We Were Crazy

S'pore couple quit jobs to drive across Asia, Europe with daughter, 4

MAGA v MUSK Trump backers battle online over issue of skilled immigrants

Weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is to take office, a major rift has emerged among his supporters over immigration and the place of foreign workers in the US labor market.

Singapore Had 122 More Dangerous Heat Days This Year Due To Climate Change

The Republic would have experienced only four such days otherwise: Report

Designed by resident, for residents: Siglap's coming integrated hub

Architect's idea draws inspiration from its past as a fishing village

Police to deploy drones, tap AI at Marina Bay, Sports Hub countdowns

The new year countdowns at Marina Bay and Singapore Sports Hub will see police deploy drones and tap artificial intelligence (AI) to manage the crowd, which is expected to swell to about 500,000 revellers.

On social media - MOTHER AND SON REUNITED

American pop star Britney Spears (far right) received the best gift over the Christmas season.

19SixtyFive wins bid, space to open in 2025

Kampong Java arts space

Justin Baldoni's ex-publicist sues over alleged Blake Lively smear campaign

A former publicist for actor-director Justin Baldoni filed a lawsuit on Dec 24 that adds a new dimension to an alleged campaign to undermine actress Blake Lively.

Hybe to introduce facial recognition entry at concerts and fan meets in South Korea

Starting in 2025, fans attending performances by Hybe artistes will be able to enter venues using facial recognition technology.

Demand for Japanese content booms post-Shogun

Fuelled in part by the success of TV hit Shogun (2024), foreign studios are hungry for quality Japanese content and local creators are adapting to meet demand.

Perpetual champagnes, built one year at a time

More producers are blending significant portions of their reserve wines together to create a perpetual reserve

Zeekr pursues a premium status

The three-year-old Chinese electric vehicle brand tries to find its place in the world

Not Mission Impossible

Lions believe they can overcome 2-0 deficit against Vietnam in Phu To

30 of the best buys in town

The Straits Times features models across six categories that are worth looking at

Adaptable abode

This BTO flat has pockets of interconnected spaces for various purposes and activities

Go for induction or gas hob?

The answer boils down to flavour versus safety and sustainability

All Fired Up

The Straits Times goes behind the scenes to peek at preparations for the New Year's Eve display that will light up Singapore Sports Hub

Injury-hit Spurs' woes are 'logical'

Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou blamed an injury crisis for his side's poor form after a 1-0 English Premier League loss at Nottingham Forest on Dec 26.

Impact from subs reflects Fulham's team spirit: Silva

Fulham manager Marco Silva hailed his substitutes for once again coming off the bench to score in his side's first win at Stamford Bridge in 45 years on Dec 26.

Reds Not Taking It For Granted

Slot says Liverpool will go 'game by game' amid title talk after surviving scare by Foxes

Magpies eye Red Devils after Villa rout

It was a physical English Premier League contest between Newcastle United and Aston Villa on Dec 26, and Magpies boss Eddie Howe would be pleased that his side are finding form ahead of the new year.

Safety Probe After 2 Deaths At Yacht Race

Weather wreaks havoc on Sydney to Hobart classic as LawConnect cruise to victory

Swiatek Moves On, Doesn't Expect Wada Appeal

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek said on Dec 27 she was ready to put a drug scandal behind her, insisting there was no reason for the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) to appeal against her case.