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S'pore calls for constraints on veto powers of UN Security Council's Big 5

Singapore has called for constraints on the use of veto powers by the UN Security Council's permanent members, saying that the council is in need of reform to tackle the challenges faced by a world in an \"acutely dangerous phase\".

China's top leaders vow to roll out stronger economic support

Pledges made at atypical Politburo meeting signal urgency to fix nation's economic woes

How commuters coped on second day of disruption

They face confusion, longer travel time and bus queues, but some praise the helpful staff

Five late for PSLE paper, given full duration of exam

Five pupils who sat the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) on Sept 26 were late because of the MRT disruption on the East-West Line (EWL), said the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB).

Train left a trail of destruction

It damaged tracks, equipment on its way to depot; 34 rail breaks found in 1.6km stretch

Rise in spousal abuse cases

More willing to report abusive husband or wife as public campaigns have led to awareness, say social workers

East-West Line disruption to last for several more days

LTA and SMRT to prioritise repair and expedite restoring full service earlier

Sinner survives tricky test from Jarry in China opener

World 1 Jannik Sinner fought back to launch the defence of his China Open title with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 win over the 28th-ranked Chilean Nicolas Jarry on Sept 26. The US Open champion next faces veteran three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka, who is a wildcard entry in Beijing, or Russia's Roman Safiullin.

BROWN, RAINBOW AND GOLD

Grace leads Australia to world mixed relay title, edging Germany by less than a second

Ricciardo will be missed: RB boss

New Zealander Liam Lawson will replace Australian Daniel Ricciardo for the remaining six races of the Formula One season, starting with the Oct 18-20 US Grand Prix in Austin, the Red Bull-owned RB team said on Sept 26.

Golovkin out to land boxing in LA 2028 ring

World Boxing on Sept 26 appointed Gennady Golovkin as the chairman of its new Olympic Commission, charging the former middleweight world champion, 42, with the task of helping the body establish itself as the sport's recognised international federation.

LeBron-Bronny pairing 'sooner than later'

Los Angeles Lakers great LeBron James and son Bronny are poised to become the first father-son duo on a National Basketball Association (NBA) court this season, but the Lakers are still formulating plans for that moment, new coach J.J. Redick said on Sept 25.

Star rookie Clark vows 'bigger things' in new season

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark said she has only scratched the surface of what she can accomplish after her record-breaking rookie season ended in the first round of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) play-offs on Sept 25.

Steal a march for record Ohtani ball for $5.8m

The home run ball that saw Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani become the first player in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in one season is for sale, auction house Goldin said on Sept 25.

IOC HAS TO BE UNIVERSAL: SAMARANCH JR

Presidential candidate, 64, also proposes Olympics in winter for extreme heat nations

Etzebeth seeks to cap milestone with Rugby C'ship title

Eben Etzebeth will seek to write another chapter in an already storied career when he takes the field for the Springboks in their Rugby Championship title decider against Argentina at Mbombela Stadium on Sept 28.

TOP FOOTBALLERS ARE 'TREATED LIKE CATTLE'

Former players call for review of workload, as academician warns of long-term impact

Arteta lauds Sterling showing against Bolton

Raheem Sterling scored his first Arsenal goal and Jack Porter became the club's youngest ever starter in a 5-1 rout of Bolton Wanderers in the League Cup on Sept 26.

TEN HAG HURT BY BELOVED TWENTE

United's poor form in Europe continues as mistake allows Dutch side to earn 1-1 draw

Slot happy with Reds' control in hammering

Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece as holders Liverpool put on another solid performance to thrash West Ham United 5-1 at Anfield on Sept 25 and set up a League Cup fourth-round tie against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Losing 40kg in 5 months for a 42.195km race

A bout of long Covid in mid-2022 turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it jolted Joseph Soh into changing to an active lifestyle that saw him shed about 40kg in five months.

BOWLING BACK AT GAMES

Wushu, karate also set for 2025 edition; final programme to be confirmed in Oct

Investors look to Meta event for next stock rally catalyst

Meta's annual Connect conference kicked off on Sept 25, with industry buzz around the reveal of a prototype augmented reality eyewear product, plus the usual star turn by chief executive Mark Zuckerberg. Attendees want to hear the CEO's latest updates on artificial intelligence applications and investment.

US sues Visa in antitrust case over debit card payments

The US Justice Department has sued Visa, alleging the global payments giant illegally monopolized the debit card market, in the Biden administration's first major antitrust case in the financial services industry.

Citibank to close its last branch in Singapore on Oct 12

Move comes as it shifts focus to serving customers online and at wealth hubs

China, HK stocks rise again, buoyed by stimulus plan

Real estate, broker sectors lead rally in China; HK-listed mainland developers gain

Hong Kong planning to cut tax on spirits in bid to revive nightlife

Hong Kong is planning to lower the amount of tax it levies on spirits, according to people familiar with the matter, as the Asian financial centre seeks to regain its edge as a premier destination for nightlife, dining and shopping.

Miniso's bid to buy stake in supermarket leads to fall in founder's wealth

Until recently, China's budget retail billionaire Ye Guofu had been on a roll, building his fortune as his stores proved a hit in the nation's slowing economy.

STI falls 1.1% as traders take stock of China's stimulus measures

● Gainers outpace losers 302 to 289 on trade of 1.4b securities ● Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust tops STI ● Three local banks continue drop; regional indexes mixed

No S'pore families affected by China halting foreign adoptions

Agents say China adoptions not popular with couples here, given the long wait