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CLOSE SHAVES ON STAGE: Hong Kong \"Heavenly Kings\" Andy Lau and Aaron Kwok gave their fans a scare at their respective concerts on Dec 27.

Playground for Birds and Squirrels

Hungarian artist Tamas Kanya (above) with the feeding ground he created for birds and squirrels in Budakalasz, a central Hungarian town, in November.

Gal Gadot diagnosed with blood clot in brain during pregnancy

Israeli actress Gal Gadot, who gave birth to her fourth child earlier in 2024, revealed that she was diagnosed with a massive blood clot in her brain during the eighth month of the pregnancy in February.

Taiwanese singer Vivian Hsu caught in Bukit Timah flash floods

Taiwanese singer-actress Vivian Hsu (right) was caught in the flash floods that occurred in Bukit Timah following an afternoon deluge across Singapore on Dec 29.

Yuewen Music Festival Complaints abound, but K-pop stars lift spirits

Complaints about the inaugural three-day Yuewen Music Festival held at Sentosa's Siloso Beach did not abate on its second day on Dec 29, as irate attendees continued to lash out about inconveniences related to bad weather.

4 places that remind me why travel matters

The writer visited Zambia, Alaska, Sicily and Venice to venture beyond her comfort zone

Usher in New Year in Japan like a local

Eat traditional food, visit a shrine and see the Japanese imperial family

New destinations for the new year

Up-and-coming places include Yunnan, Okinawa, Saudi Arabia and Tanzania

Lions Bring Back Belief But Still Need To Improve

The Lions' run to the Asean Championship semi-finals has reignited belief in the national team, said observers a day after Singapore's campaign was ended by Vietnam in the last four.

Be Bold Against The Old

Ogura dares younger Lions to stop being 'too nice' and fight for playing time

Juve's 2-2 draw with Fiorentina interrupted by abuse

Juventus and Fiorentina drew 2-2 on Dec 29 as the Serie A match was interrupted after seven minutes, following racist insults from the stands aimed at home striker Dusan Vlahovic.

Spurs Confronting Their Destiny With Injuries

Tottenham Hotspur's injury crisis meant Ange Postecoglou was forced to field Radu Dragusin against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Dec 29, despite him struggling with an ankle knock.

Dutch Master Slot's Artists Pass Muster

Reds on course for title after near-perfect 2024, 8 points clear and losing just once

Carlsen to return to tourney in jeans

Chess great Magnus Carlsen will return to the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York, after initially quitting following governing body Fide's decision to bar him from a round for wearing jeans.

Pacers Expose Celtics' Defence

Boston Mindful They Have to Fix Weakness to Retain NBA Title as Haliburton Scores 31

Committed King James: 40 and fit for the throne

National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar LeBron James celebrated his 40th birthday on Dec 30, the milestone carrying him to yet another first in a league in which he has starred for more than two decades - with the clock still running.

Swiatek 'happy she can play' on doping return

Iga Swiatek romped to an emphatic victory in her season-opening match at the United Cup on Dec 30, but Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed as Kazakhstan upset Greece to make the knockout rounds of the mixed-team tournament.

Have A Party to farewell the year on a winning note

Dec 31 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis

Wright stuff humbles darts champ Humphries

Defending champion Luke Humphries was knocked out of the PDC World Darts Championship as former winner Peter Wright secured a shock 4-1 last-16 win late on Dec 29 at Alexandra Palace in London.

Doubles Debut Delight for Duo

Djokovic 'follows' partner's instructions on Kyrgios' return from 18-month injury layoff

Hat-Trick Propels Purton to 1,800-Win Milestone

Australian ace only second jockey to reach HK mark, now 13 wins shy of Whyte's record

Hoping For An Unlikely Hero In Cup

Fernie backs Sentimental Hero's impromptu G2 Perth Cup berth

Weather ● Do more to guard against dangerous heat days

I read with alarm the article \"Singapore had 122 more dangerous heat days in 2024 due to climate change\" (Dec 28).

Charity • Practise safer giving through three key steps

We would like to thank writers Ang Ah Lay and Lee Yim May for their respective letters (Ensure that all-cash donations find their way to charity, Dec 24; and No donation? Volunteers happy to just share about the charity, Dec 25).

Food for thought on birthday celebrations, gift-giving in pre-schools

I am grateful that many childcare centres create a holistic environment of love and learning.

Football ● Commendable showing by Singapore men's team at Asean tournament

Our men's national football team performed commendably at the 2024 Asean Football Championship.

We need to think again about what the 'A' in AI signifies

Looking at the technology through a different cultural lens casts its threat and promise in a new light.

Was 2024 a good year for you? Let's review your yardsticks...

You have limited time and energy. Think of what truly matters to you and focus on that to lead a more meaningful life.

A Breakthrough Year in Advancing Workers' Rights in Singapore

It's work in progress, but new labour legislation in 2024 to balance worker protections with economic realities marks a significant step.

When the heat races ahead, sports enthusiasts need stronger safeguards to keep pace

The casualty rate at the StanChart marathon highlights the need for greater awareness and action – when competing in rising temperatures.