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UN Security Council members slam Russia's air strikes on Ukraine

UNITED NATIONS - Russia drew sharp criticism at the UN Security Council on Dec 29 for launching massive missile and drone attacks against Ukraine, after Kyiv and its supporters called for an urgent meeting of the 15-member body to address the strikes.

Drone-flown 'drop bombs' pushing back junta troops in Myanmar

Ethnic pro-democracy fighters find success with Gen Z creation 3D-printed bombs

China tensions prompt US to revive key WWII-era Pacific airfield

In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, an abandoned US airfield once key to dropping the nuclear bomb on Japan - and nearly lost to history amid encroaching forest - is being revived.

HK pop stars tread a fine line as mainland fans press for Mandarin

Division over language issue shows city’s conundrums and latent anxieties

NZ couple finally say goodbye to S'pore amah after 40-year search

Standing in front of Madam Lily Wong's urn in a quiet columbarium, New Zealander Laurie Rands was finally able to say what she had been longing to tell her former amah for the last 50 years.

Singaporean recounts how husband was shot in Prague killing spree

He was hit in the thigh in Dec 21 shooting by lone gunman that claimed 14 lives

Flooding in tunnels disrupts rail services in England

LONDON - All Eurostar trains were cancelled on Dec 30 due to flooded tunnels in southern England, causing misery for New Year travellers in the second major disruption in 10 days.

Police LED lights to guide crowds at Marina Bay countdown

Light projections and fireworks are set to be the highlights at the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2024 on Dec 31.

Israeli tanks push deeper into Gaza under heavy air and artillery fire

Israel's defence minister says troops are reaching Hamas command centres

Tech, finance positions set to be hot jobs in 2024

Software developers, data scientists are among those most in demand: MOM data

Xiaomi launches debut EV, aims to rival Porsche and Tesla

The billionaire co-founder of Xiaomi unveiled the company's first electric vehicle on Dec 28, declaring ambitions to become a top global car maker in 15 to 20 years and compete against Tesla and Porsche.

20 evacuated after Hougang flat catches fire; no injuries reported

Although the flat above Ms Chow's unit was undergoing noisy renovation works, she was still able to hear a piercing scream at around noon on Dec 29.

18 killed massive as Russia launches air attack on Ukraine

158 drones, missiles fired at critical sites, in largest’ aerial assault since Feb 2022 invasion

US warship downs drone fired by Houthis in Red Sea

American forces also shoot down anti-ship missile fired by Yemen’s Iran-backed rebels

China names former navy chief as new defence head

Crucial part of job is to engage with US military to lower risk of conflict over Taiwan

First made-in-China cruise ship to set sail from Shanghai

SHANGHAI - China's first domestically built cruise ship is set to begin its maiden voyage on Jan 1, offering travellers from the mainland a way of getting overseas while still not entirely leaving the comforts of home.

China's fireworks ban sparks fiery debate ahead of Spring Festival

BEIJING Chinese lawmakers on Dec 29 weighed in on a fiery online debate on whether fireworks should be used to usher in the Chinese New Year in February, saying a total ban on pyrotechnics in the country credited with inventing them would be hard to implement.

Chinese domestic travellers warned of disruptions due to heavy fog, haze

Year-end holidaymakers across China were bracing themselves for possible transport disruptions after the weather bureau on Dec 29 warned that heavy fog and haze would shroud areas from Hebei province in the north to southern Shanghai for more than 24 hours.

Taiwan's presidential contenders get rock star treatment

Youth vote seen as vital in Jan 13 polls which will shape island’s relations with China

US military's secretive space plane blasts off, weeks after Chinese launch

CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida - The US military's secretive X-37B robot space plane blasted off from Florida on the night of Dec 28 on its seventh mission, the first launched atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket capable of delivering it to a higher orbit than ever before.

Japan eyes lethal weapon exports to S-E Asia to boost security

Shift from pacifist policy also aims to beef up struggling domestic defence industry

Experts urge more vigilance as deepfakes get harder to spot

They call for more education after fake videos involving public figures surface

Coffee, tea or coconut shake? Easier to choose healthier one from today

Nutri-Grade labelling requirements for freshly prepared drinks kick in

Egypt awaiting responses to plan to end Gaza war

CAIRO - Egypt said it has put forward a proposal to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, as it hosts a high-level Hamas delegation for talks to try and end the nearly 12-week war.

TAN LETS HER FEET DO THE TALKING

S’porean is already a key member of Dortmund despite language barrier

RIGHT MENTALITY KEY: POCHETTINO

Blues boss positive after last-gasp win over Palace, but he wants consistency

DJOKOVIC'S 36 GOING ON 20

After beating world No. I, Alcaraz says it feels like the veteran is the same age as him

CAVALIERS WIN WITH 'GUTS, HEART AND COURAGE'

Coach praises his unfancied team as they rally to beat Mavericks minus star Mitchell

Back-to-school jitters? Proactive support for your child can help

It might just be a case of the butterflies, but where it’s more than that, parents must be empowered to address the child’s concerns.

2023 - the year I became a 'dog person'

As the year draws to a close, find myself reflecting on the relationships that have changed me in a significant way. One was my relationship with a dog.