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12 die in S. Thailand, 7 in Malaysia amid disastrous floods
At least 12 people have died and more than 600,000 households have been affected by the worst flooding in southern Thailand in decades, according to a government agency.
Indonesia likely to delay Jan 1 start of VAT increase
Top official says govt has to 'first give stimulus to those struggling economically'
Najib to begin defence in graft cases, argue for house arrest
Malaysia's jailed ex-leader Najib Razak will begin his defence this week against graft charges tied to more than US$500 million (S$669 million) in alleged bribes, and argue to serve the rest of his sentence under house arrest.
Bersatu touts Muhyiddin as Malaysia's next PM, but PAS' Dr Sam a challenger
Partners in opposition Perikatan Nasional tout respective strengths in leadership contest
No accord on plastic pollution deal, more time needed, says chair
BUSAN - Negotiators have failed to reach an agreement on a landmark treaty to curb plastic pollution, the diplomat chairing the talks said on Dec 1, calling for additional time to continue discussions.
We have to fight together to prevent war: Taiwan President in Hawaii
Lai's Pacific tour, his first trip overseas, has sparked fiery rhetoric from China
Initiative helps ComLink+ families get sponsors for upskilling, tuition
A ground-up initiative is helping to empower vulnerable families by providing them with additional opportunities and resources for enrichment, upskilling and tuition.
Turbulent 2024, but SIA chief says airline can navigate challenges ahead
Key pillars include leveraging twin-carrier portfolio, investing in digital innovation
Security company Certis has 66 workers with disabilities
It hired 29 people with autism in August in expansion of inclusive employment
Gastroscopy a very safe procedure for diagnosis, says expert
A 35-year-old Singaporean woman living in South Korea made the headlines last week after it was reported that she had fallen into a vegetative state after suffering cardiac arrest during gastroscopy.
33 with disabilities in SUSS pilot project on inclusive hiring
More than 30 people with disabilities such as hearing loss and autism have been hired by the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) on a part-time basis, in a six-month pilot.
S'pore firms venture into US green economy, with batteries and lettuce
They see potential and are offering solutions across renewable energy, agri-food tech
Cooks with ADHD find ways to thrive
Some resort to drawing recipes and relying on pre-cut ingredients to cope
MAKE MERRY FROM UNDER $50
High teas are on the rise in 2024, packing in sumptuous spreads at under $100++ a person
Nigella Lawson whips up an Amsterdam Christmas in new show
There is no need to fly more than 13 hours to Amsterdam to soak in the Dutch capital's Christmas spirit.
Musician weish has an appetite for serious, absurd literature
Who: Composer, musician and writer weish, 34, knows how to work a tune with her hypnotic vocals and idiosyncratic musical language.
Reimagining the legend of the White Snake in Singapore
Singapore author Amanda Lee Koe's latest millennium-spanning fantasy Sister Snake allowed her to explore her layered feelings towards home, family and country
Time to RTO?
With more workers being asked to return to the office, views differ on whether flexible work should be considered a priority or just a perk
Amanda Lee Koe's Sister Snake proves she is Singapore's most formidable prose stylist
Kudos to Singaporean novelist Amanda Lee Koe for refusing to repeat a winning formula.
Serving sake with a side of learning
Home-grown company Makoto-Ya is offering tutored tasting sessions at its annual Sake Inn Warehouse Sale
Shahdan 'excited' to get provisional recall for AFF Cup
He has experienced the high of winning the Asean Football Federation (AFF) Championship in 2012, and represented Singapore in five more editions.
LIFE SKILLS FROM CHESS
S'porean player at International Open applies the game's lessons in his career
Slot's machine could inflict further injury on Wounded City
This Premier League season is a tale of the unexpected. The week's Champions League action only furthered that idea.
I'VE TO PROVE MYSELF NOW, SAYS GUARDIOLA
Pep will solve City's woes, says Reds' Slot, who hopes that happens only after the game
AMORIM EXPECTS IMPROVEMENTS
Hectic schedule 'no excuse,' says United's new boss as he eyes win against Everton
Blues flying but Maresca says they aren't in title race
Enzo Maresca does not believe his Chelsea side are in the English Premier League title race, despite an impressive start to the season in his first campaign at Stamford Bridge.
From being a fox in the box to managing the Foxes
Leicester City named an \"excited\" Ruud van Nistelrooy as the club's new manager on Nov 29, just weeks after his departure from Manchester United.
F1'S GULF TIES DEEPEN WITH AUDI-QATAR DEAL
Middle Eastern influence can be felt through the number of races to investors to personnel
Agent Mendes in talks with Lim on new SEA project
After establishing himself as one of the most influential football agents in Europe, Jorge Mendes' next venture could take him to South-east Asia.
Murray's perfect because of shared experiences: Djokovic
Novak Djokovic said that shared experiences with Andy Murray make the Scot the \"perfect coach\", as he bids to win a record 25th Grand Slam in Australia in January.