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IMDA Issues New Guidelines for Cloud Services and Data Centres

Cloud service and data centre operators must perform background checks of all employees and due diligence on third-party service providers under new advisory guidelines released by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) on Feb 25.

Creative progress or mass theft? AI art auction provokes wonder – and outrage

Debates over the creation of AI art have simmered ever since the technology became widely available in 2022.

13,000 DBS Staff to Learn AI, Data Skills Amid Plans to Reduce Workforce

DBS Bank has identified about 13,000 staff for upskilling or reskilling, and over 10,000 of them have started training for artificial intelligence (AI) and data-related skills, the bank said on Feb 25.

Budget 2025 ● Make having a larger family not just desirable, but also achievable

I am heartened that the Government is rolling out schemes aimed at encouraging couples to have larger families (Budget 2025: Families with three or more young children to receive more financial support, Feb 18).

Filipinos Defy Marcos' Snub of People Power Anniversary

Thousands Take to the Streets to Mark Ouster of President's Late Dictator Father

Raptors Eye Another Upset Against Celtics

The Toronto Raptors will be out to upset the visiting Boston Celtics for the second time in less than six weeks on Feb 25 (Feb 26, Singapore time) and square their National Basketball Association (NBA) season series.

I love them just like my own, says foster mum who once had 9 kids at home

At her busiest, Madam Sarimah Amat, 58, was taking care of nine children in her five-room flat – her three biological children, two children she was fostering and four of her niece's children.

Ho aims to bring energy from winning Eurocup-3 to F3

After a three-month wait, Singaporean race car driver Christian Ho has been crowned the 2024 Eurocup-3 champion, following an appeal at the International Automobile Federation's (FIA) International Court of Appeal.

From Football To Track To New Mark

Singaporean-Swedish sprinter Hugo breaks national 200m indoor record in Gothenburg

Yangzijiang shares tumble after US proposes fees for Chinese-built ships

Other Chinese shipping firms also hit as US considers port fees of up to $1.34 million

First six EV chargers in Tengah launched; up to 32 ready by end-2025

The first six charging points for electric vehicles (EVs) in Tengah estate were launched on Feb 25.

How TikTok Helped Propel the Far Left in German Polls

Party's surprise resurgence partly powered by social media messaging, youth voters

New US sanctions on Iranian oil trade hit over 30 entities

The US imposed a fresh round of sanctions targeting Iran's oil industry on Feb 24, hitting more than 30 brokers, tanker operators and shipping companies for their role in selling and transporting Iranian petroleum, the Treasury Department said.

Scam victims in S'pore lost record $1.1 billion in a year

High of 51,501 cases reported in 2024, with e-commerce ruses the most common

Obituary: Killing Me Softly Was Roberta Flack's Defining Hit

Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer behind the classic Killing Me Softly With His Song (1973) and one of the most recognizable voices of the 1970s, died on Feb. 24 at age 88.

Budget 2025 possible as Govt has managed finances responsibly: PM Wong

If Budget 2025 is seen as generous, that is only because the Government has managed its finances responsibly and well, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Feb 25.

News analysis Why Xi, Putin say their alliance is rock solid amid Trump's overtures to Russia

Sino-Russian ties of more value to both parties than what US can offer: Analysts

Tariffs on Canada, Mexico imports 'on schedule' despite nations' border efforts

President Donald Trump said on Feb 24 that tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports are “on time and on schedule”, despite efforts by the countries to beef up border security and halt the flow of fentanyl into the US ahead of a March 4 deadline.

The 1975 members not personally liable for KL music festival cancellation

The members of British band The 1975 cannot be held personally liable for the losses incurred when the Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia was shut down by the authorities, after frontman Matty Healy kissed a bandmate onstage, a judge in London ruled on Feb 24.

They still do

In sickness and in health, these seven couples have been married for 50 years and more. They were among the 202 couples honoured for their strong and committed marriages at the Golden Jubilee Wedding Celebrations on Feb 16. Straits Times photojournalists Neo Xiaobin, Mark Cheong and Kevin Lim find out what keeps their love enduring.

West Bank Palestinians fear Gaza-style clearance

Israeli bulldozers destroy homes and infrastructure in once-crowded refugee camp

March On children's festival at the Esplanade returns for fifth year

Esplanade's annual festival for young audiences, March On, will run for an extended three weeks from March 7 to 29, with five ticketed shows, some specially curated for adults, and a variety of free programmes to enjoy.

Everyone benefits when we build inclusion into our everyday lives

Budget 2025 aims to strengthen the school-to-work transition for those with disabilities. We can improve how we structure policies in the work and education spaces.

Merc vow 'consistent' challenge in title fight

In a push to build energy for the new Formula One season, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has announced an \"exciting new era\" ahead of pre-season testing this week in Bahrain.

Reds Need To Be At Salah's Level: Slot

Liverpool boss only wants players 'at the top of their game', like the EPL's top scorer

Motherhood meets migration

Two Indian classical dance productions, Amma and Migration Of Form, bring stories of motherhood and migration to the stage in March.

Guardiola Admires 'Intense' Spurs

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insisted that he has a \"high opinion\" of Tottenham Hotspur and their boss Ange Postecoglou, ahead of their English Premier League clash on Feb 26.

No great expectations for mum Kvitova's comeback

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova said she has been encouraged by the success of several new mothers on their return to the WTA Tour, but the Czech is tempering expectations ahead of her own comeback from maternity leave this week.

Musicians release silent album to protest against Britain's proposed AI copyright changes

More than 1,000 musicians, including British singers Kate Bush and Cat Stevens, on Feb 25 released a silent album to protest against proposed changes to Britain's copyright laws, which could allow tech firms to train artificial intelligence (AI) models using their work.

Cosy up to chickpeas' copious health benefits

They are made from plants such as soya beans and peas, but also highly processed