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Banyan Group's Seoul resort is 'Paradise' in Single's Inferno 4

The fourth and latest season of South Korean reality television dating series Single's Inferno sports a Singapore touch.

Singapore International Piano Competition levels up with stellar competitors

It is a strange but true fact that there has not been a major international piano competition in Singapore since the Rolex International Piano Competition in 1989.

NUS Computing expands with new AI degrees, facilities

Undergraduates and postgraduates entering the National University of Singapore (NUS) from the academic year 2025 can enroll in its new artificial intelligence (AI)-focused degree programmes.

ComfortDelGro Transit Eyes Bid to Run Copenhagen Metro

Move part of tie-up with French company RATP Dev for contract expected to begin in September 2027

Trump's Day One Signals: Menace Wrapped in Mildness

It would be wrong to brush off his rhetoric as mere bluster. His remarks and tone on Inauguration Day are a useful guide to how he will deal with allies and rivals.

New obesity benchmark adds body fat and organ health to BMI

Medical experts proposed a radical overhaul of how obesity is diagnosed, moving away from relying on body mass alone and adding broader measurements such as heart health.

Staying healthy in an era of health fallacies and fake news

Misleading claims about health issues can cause real harm, especially when they spread rapidly over social media.

Sinner and 'Demon' set for devilish encounter

The Australian Open quarter-finals continue on Jan 22 and top seed Jannik Sinner's task of retaining his crown is not getting any easier.

Govt Anti-discrimination committed to building fair and harmonious workplaces

We refer to the letters and commentary discussing the Workplace Fairness Bill and thank the writers for their views (New legislation leaves LGBTQ+ workers behind again, Jan 15; The Workplace Fairness Act must go further if we are to stamp out discrimination, Jan 16; Including sexual orientation in new workplace law would have wide-ranging implications, Jan 17; and Workplace Act covers only discrimination in 'employment decisions', Jan 20).

Social media apps changing how people buy and read books in China

They are not only encouraging people to read but also selling more books than physical bookshops.

Panama Opens 'Severe' Audit of HK-Linked Port Operator

Panamanian authorities began an audit of the China-linked company that controls two ports adjacent to the Panama Canal, as US President Donald Trump repeated threats to take over the waterway.

BEAUTY ALLIANCE CAN WIN AGAIN

Beauty Alliance was ultra impressive two starts ago when he won from barrier 1 under Zac Purton.

Elites at Davos economic forum grapple with realities of Trump's return

Despite a sense of uncertainty, there's desire for opportunities to cut deals with US leader

GOOD FRIENDS, AND FOES

PSG coach Enrique hopes clash with Guardiola's City is not season-defining

Trump's New Crypto Coin Raises Ethics Concerns

US President Donald Trump's launch of a crypto token shortly before his inauguration on Jan 20 creates new conflict-of-interest concerns, ethics experts and industry insiders said.

CELTICS WILL BE 'READY TO ROLL'

Golden State coach in awe of opponents after Warriors suffer worst home defeat since 1985

Could TikTok Be China's Bargaining Chip With US?

Not selling app to Americans could help Beijing assert stance against 'US bullying'

Anti-climate measures a setback for the world, and the US: Experts

US President Donald Trump launched multiple fronts in his anti-climate action campaign on Jan 21 by announcing his country's withdrawal from the United Nations Paris Agreement, pledging to maximize US oil and gas production, and vowing to roll back support for wind farms and electric vehicles.

A Wheely Good Facelift

Around 630 public buses are undergoing a midlife facelift, which includes the replacement or upgrading of seat upholstery, floor covers and window sealants. This is the first time such a refurbishment is taking place since the start of the bus contracting model in 2016. The Straits Times goes behind the scenes to have a closer look at this process.

Trump Signs Raft of Executive Orders

US President Donald Trump's second term got off to a blistering start on Jan 20 as he moved swiftly to impose his will on the US government, signing 42 executive orders, including those to curb immigration, slash environmental regulations and withdraw from an international climate treaty.

Arteta eyes win over Zagreb to avoid play-offs

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta knows the value of victory against Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League at the Emirates on Jan 22, and it is not just three points.

Global chipmakers tie up with ITE to train tech talent

The firms can advise ITE on its curriculum as well as get help in training their staff

6 Singaporeans taken to hospital after tour bus accident in Norway

A recent trip to Norway to see the Northern Lights turned awry for Mr Ng and his wife after their tour bus veered off the road and ended up partially submerged in a lake.

Some footpaths next to cycling lanes in Toa Payoh now pedestrian-only

Some footpaths in Toa Payoh, such as in Toa Payoh Central, Toa Payoh Lorong 1 and Toa Payoh Lorong 4, have been turned into pedestrian-only paths to improve the safety of those on foot.

South Korean leader denies wrongdoing at impeachment trial

Yoon brands himself a firm believer in free democracy as he defends his actions

Seventeen's Jun to star in film with Jackie Chan, Tony Leung Ka Fai

K-pop boy band Seventeen's Chinese member Jun is set to make his mark on the big screen, starring in the upcoming Chinese film The Shadow's Edge alongside Hong Kong actors Jackie Chan and Tony Leung Ka Fai.

Up to 40% bonus rise for Morgan Stanley's top bankers in Asia

Morgan Stanley is raising bonuses for some of its top investment bankers in Asia by as much as 40 per cent in 2025 after a jump in revenue, according to people familiar with the matter.

16 Killed in Landslide Triggered by Heavy Rain in Central Java

At least 16 people have been killed and five more are missing following a landslide triggered by heavy rain in Indonesia's Central Java province, local police and disaster officials said on Jan 21.

S'pore shares fall amid regional gains on Trump's inauguration

• STI slips 0.3% as trio of local banks end day in the red • Frasers Centrepoint Trust tops index, with HK Land at bottom • Region's key indexes mostly see gains, but S. Korea dips

Stricter guidelines to shape children's device usage habits

No screen use or exposure to background screens for those below 18 months old