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Home buyers in Republic take a shine to mixed-use developments

A 710 sq ft two-bedroom condominium unit at mixed-use development Pasir Ris 8 was sold at $1.49 million or $2,101 per sq ft (psf) in November 2023.

Confident Canada relish s-final with Argentina

ARLINGTON Canada coach Jesse Marsch said his team were relishing the chance to face world champions Argentina in the Copa America semi-finals on July 9 after their shock win over Venezuela.

MURRAY'S WIMBLEDON OVER

Briton's mixed doubles partner Raducanu withdraws as he looks to end career in Paris

SPIETH HEROINE IS COMING HOME

Trainer Peters' filly all set to score overdue win after squandering chances recently

309 linked to scams involving $10m in Om losses under investigation

A total of 309 suspects linked to more than 1,300 cases of scams involving losses of over $10 million are being investigated by the police.

Over 400 Zhenghua households to get credits for use at vending machines

More than 400 less privileged households in the Zhenghua division of the North West District will benefit from a new programme aimed at helping them cope with the rising cost of living.

Cameras being considered after design of Marine Parade bus stop draws flak

One way to solve a problem commuters are facing at the new bus stop opposite Parkway Parade mall due to its design is to install cameras that allow those seated at the bus stop to see footage of arriving buses.

Event celebrating racial and religious harmony returns, with spotlight on youth

In an era of social media and misinformation, youth in Singapore play a crucial role in preserving interracial and inter-religious harmony.

LTA in talks over anti-lock brakes for new motorcycles

It is looking to make feature mandatory for new two-wheelers; riders welcome proposal

Oil booms at Coney Island, Chek Jawa, Pasir Ris Park removed

Oil containment booms pre-emptively placed at sensitive biodiversity areas in the north-east of Singapore have been removed after consultation with oil spill consultants, Minister for National Development Desmond Lee said in a Facebook post on July 6.

Some enter East Coast Park waters despite oil spill advisory

Docs warn exposure to low-sulphur oil can pose health risks such as respiratory issues

Duo's solo bikepacking trips end in friendship in China

Strangers at first, fellow S'poreans linked up while taking different routes through S-E Asia

Hamas accepts US proposal on talks to release Israeli hostages

Hamas has accepted a US proposal to begin talks on releasing Israeli hostages, including soldiers and men, 16 days after the first phase of an agreement aimed at ending the Gaza war, a senior Hamas source said on July 6.

Ukraine's navy chief says Russia is losing its Crimea hub in Black Sea

Moscow forced to move warships to base that lacks Sevastopol's extensive facilities

8 held over gruesome murder of Tamil Nadu politician

Eight people were arrested in India on July 6 for the murder of a politician who championed the rights of lower-caste Indians, police said.

Growing interest among India's nurses in seeking work in Singapore

Key factors are better pay, English-language environment and advanced healthcare set-up

KL focusing on repatriating assets bought using IMDB funds

The Malaysian federal government is focusing on repatriating assets wrongfully bought using 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) funds, said Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

PN retains Penang state seat by comfortable margin in by-election

Result indicates opposition alliance's rising support following narrow win in 2023 polls

WHO cancer research unit classifies talc as 'probably carcinogenic'

The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) cancer agency on July 5 classified talc as “probably carcinogenic” for humans.

US tourist named 'Malaysia' delights netizens in country

Malaysians, meet Malaysia.

Political unrest worldwide is fuelled by high prices, huge debts

Populist movements on left and right spring up, targeting liberal democracy, capitalism

France holds its breath ahead of uncertain vote

France’s tense election campaign was on hold on July 6 on the eve of the final vote, but thoughts were turning to an uncertain future before polling even opens.

New British PM Starmer 'restless for change' after huge election win

Britain’s newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer on July 6 began his first full day in charge declaring the ousted Tories’ plan to deport migrants to Rwanda “dead and buried” and pledging growth as his government’s “No.1 mission”.

On board the new sleeper train from Beijing to Hong Kong

121/2-hour journey comfy, but has room for improvement: Passengers

More avenues for youth to contribute to society: PM Wong

Many opportunities being created for them to make a positive impact, he says

Surge pricing: How demand may affect fun time - and your wallet

Dynamic pricing may turn off some, but can benefit others if done well: Experts

Iran reformist Pezeshkian wins run-off presidential election

Iran’s reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian, who advocates improved ties with the West, on July 6 won a run-off presidential election against ultra-conservative Saeed Jalili, the Interior Ministry said.

Biden's performances since Trump debate still not convincing enough

Some major party donors and media want the 81-year-old out of the presidential race

Older adults with no kids take on bulk of caregiving, study shows

Older adults who do not have children provided significant caregiving support for their elderly parents, compared with their siblings who have children, a local study has found.

Social network key to happiness of seniors with no kids: Study

Four-fifths of them cite similar well-being to those with kids because of family or friends