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Two-state solution still possible in Israel-Hamas war: Biden

US president makes comment after call with Netanyahu, who opposes a Palestinian state

Wong Kar Wai's TV series stokes nostalgia for 1990s Shanghai

SHANGHAI - A craze for Shanghai is sweeping China thanks to a television drama set in the city in the 1990s that has tapped growing nostalgia for a past era, at a time of deep economic malaise in the country.

Bad time to be a car lover

It is increasingly difficult for motorists to choose between ugly electric vehicles and ageing combustion-engine models

'TOUGH' STEWART OUT TO IMPRESS

Harhys joins brother at Thai side Pathum, will spend season on loan at Chiangrai

Veteran Henderson's leadership boost for Ajax

LONDON England midfielder Jordan Henderson is seeking a fresh start after signing for Ajax Amsterdam, as he terminated his contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq after just six months, the two clubs said on Jan 18.

HARSH WORDS INSPIRE ANDREEVA

Self-criticism helps her to rally from 1-5 and win Murray's praise, which she will frame

WOLVES START SLOW BEFORE SURGE

Minnesota stay top of West after rallying in 4th period to beat depleted Grizzlies

National plan needed to deal with space for burial sites

Due to an ageing population, the number of deaths will increase in future D years. In the next 10 years, the aggregate number of deaths could reach over 220,000; and in the next 20 years, the aggregate number may be 450,000 or more.

For Myanmar, South-east Asia's outcast, Asean is its only antidote

China may be able to influence developments in its neighbour, but only Asean can build trust and confidence if the junta collapses or wants to sue for peace.

SimplyGo: An upgrade but for whom?

Complaints about the shift to a single platform underline the need to fully grasp the various needs of all commuters.

SBF calls for alliance to be formed to tackle rising costs

The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) wants to bring firms and policymakers together to put a dampener on costs in 2024, with a proposed grouping it has named Alliance for Action (AfA) on Business Competitiveness.

E-commerce revving up with Al, but obstacles remain

Businesses say they need to contend with issues of cost, biases, security and privacy

New community law centre opens in Woodlands

The community law centre in Hougang was closed for the day when community law fellow Goh Qian Hui heard a knock on the door from a man in his late 60s who had travelled five hours to see a lawyer.

Construction of MRT station paused after damage to panels

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has called for a safety timeout at the construction site of an MRT station in Pasir Ris, after a section of the noise barrier panels came crashing down upon being hit by machinery.

Restaurateur Violet Oon wins court bid to buy out business partner

Peranakan cuisine icon Violet Oon has won her court bid to buy out businessman Manoj Murjani, who holds a 50 percent stake in her eponymous restaurant business through his holding company.

Pakistan's leaders reviewing security amid Iran stand-off

Both sides aim to ease tensions after strikes on militant bases in each other's territories

Nearly 300 Myanmar soldiers flee to India after rebel gains

India - Nearly 300 Myanmar soldiers crossed the border into India to flee an advance by armed insurgents fighting the country's junta, an Indian paramilitary officer told AFP on Jan 19.

North Korea threat set to evolve given cooperation with Russia: US official

The nature of the security threat posed by North Korea could change \"drastically\" in the coming decade as a result of its unprecedented cooperation with Russia, the White House's senior director for arms control, Mr Pranay Vaddi, said on Jan 18.

Boeing CEO wants to fix past errors, says US safety agency chief

Ms Jennifer Homendy, chairwoman of the United States' National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), on Jan 18 said that Boeing chief executive Dave Calhoun called after a cabin panel on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet blew out in midair and told her \"they want to rectify\" errors made in the past.

Growing concerns in India over Red Sea attacks

Houthi strikes have caused freight costs to surge, put lives of Indian seafarers at risk

Fiscal reforms needed to tackle global problems, says President Tharman

World needs to invest in solutions for issues like climate change, ageing, he says in Davos

Dragon lanterns set Chinatown aglow

Dragon lanterns set Chinatown aglow as Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong launched the annual Chinese New Year (CNY) celebrations at the official street light-up and opening ceremony held at Kreta Ayer Square on Jan 19.

Assets seized surpass $3 billion; police seek 2 more suspects

The assets seized in Singapore's largest money laundering case that saw 10 foreigners arrested are now worth more than $3 billion.

Laws against online harms show power of social activism: Minister

They resulted from people coming together to tackle the scourge, says Edwin Tong

New housing development, park set to be built near Kembangan MRT station

Near 2ha site will include commercial and recreational amenities

Old school site in Ang Mo Kio earmarked for high-rise housing

The site of the former Kebun Baru Primary School in Ang Mo Kio is set to make way for high-rise housing developments, if a proposed amendment to the Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) masterplan gets the green light.

New partnerships office lets S'poreans share ideas, work with Govt

It will connect people and groups, and direct them to funding sources

Free exchange service for Nets FlashPay cards postponed

A free exchange of Nets FlashPay cards for Nets Prepaid cards that was originally due to start on Jan 19 has been postponed \"until further notice\".

Amelia is heading in right direction

For the first time in her life, national short track speed skater Amelia Chua spent Christmas away from home last December.

EVERTON ENERGISED, SOLID IN TOUGH TIMES

Troubled Toffees, Forest put aside off-field distractions to advance to FA Cup 4th round