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Malaysian King weeps over late son in meeting with China's Xi

The Malaysian King, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, became emotional when he told Chinese President Xi Jinping about his son who died in 2015 after battling liver cancer.

Medical Mysteries Man who doesn't drink alcohol gets drunk eating carbs

It was morning when the man was pulled over by the police, who assumed he was driving under the influence.

All eyes on Iswaran's trial set to begin on Sept 24

Former minister is first political office-holder in nearly five decades to be tried in court

UN urges states to use sway over Israel, Hezbollah to avoid war

UNITED NATIONS - A top United Nations official on Sept. 20 urged all countries with influence over Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah \"to leverage it now\" to avoid an escalation of Middle East violence that she warned could dwarf the devastation seen so far.

No respite for Hezbollah as Israel keeps up military pressure

Aim is to force militia to withdraw its troops from the border and cease its missile attacks

Sri Lanka votes for new president with economic future at stake

Whoever wins race will have to ensure nation sticks to IMF bailout plan till 2027

HIGH STAKES, HIGH COST

China's tuition ban drives industry underground where high demand and climate of fear lead to soaring prices

NZ pilot freed by Papua rebels after 19 months

Snatched in 2023, his release comes after diplomatic efforts by Wellington and Jakarta

Cambodia pulls out of border development deal with Vietnam and Laos

Cambodia has withdrawn from a decades-old regional economic development deal with Vietnam and Laos, Prime Minister Hun Manet said, in a surprise concession to critics concerned about the kingdom losing territory to its neighbours.

India's Manipur on alert after reported Myanmar infiltration

Security forces on India's north-east border have been placed on alert following reports that 900 suspected militants from war-torn Myanmar have crossed into restive Manipur state, a security official said.

Thailand launches new visa to woo digital nomads

Thailand's Foreign Ministry is promoting the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) in a bid to attract foreign nationals to work remotely while travelling around the country.

Prominent Viet climate activist released from jail

Prominent climate activist Hoang Thi Minh Hong has been released early from jail, her husband said on Sept 21, hours ahead of a visit by Vietnam's top leader to the US.

Koizumi is top choice in polls among lawmakers in LDP leadership race

Former environment minister Shinjiro Koizumi is leading in support from fellow lawmakers in Japan's ruling party leadership race, polls showed, raising the possibility of him becoming the nation's youngest prime minister.

Shaky beef supply, shortage of rice drive home Japan's food security fears

Dire challenges lead to novel solutions, with ostrich rice bowls appearing on the menu

China's 'beautiful governor' jailed over affairs with her staff, corruption

A female official from south-west China - nicknamed \"the beautiful governor\" for her looks - was sentenced to 13 years in prison and fined one million yuan (S$183,000) over misconduct.

First polar bear seen in Iceland in years shot dead by police

For the first time in years, a polar bear was spotted on Icelandic soil. But within hours, it was deemed a threat and shot by the police on Sept 19.

US turns to allies for shipbuilding help as China navy grows

It seeks investment from S. Korea and Japan after virtual collapse of its own industry

Ukraine joins Nato drill for first time to test anti-drone systems

NATO concluded a major anti-drone exercise this week, with Ukraine taking part for the first time as the Western alliance seeks to learn urgently from the rapid development and widespread use of unmanned systems in the war there.

UK PM to stop accepting gifts of clothes after row over donations

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will no longer accept gifts of clothing, his office said on Sept 20, responding to growing pressure from political opponents accusing him of hypocrisy.

Harris slams Trump for hypocrisy on abortion as US starts voting

She calls bans immoral and says he is the architect of healthcare crisis

US Secret Service probe finds lack of diligence

A US Secret Service probe found communication gaps and a lack of diligence ahead of the July attempted assassination of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania, rally.

5 arrested for alleged links to banking-related malware scams

Four men and a woman, aged between 18 and 46, have been arrested for their suspected involvement in a recent spate of banking-related malware scam cases.

Plans to add homes, amenities to Newton area being studied

Move aims to cater to demand for more diverse housing options in central locations

New initiative aims to let caregivers remotely monitor health of seniors

A new initiative being trialled aims to allow caregivers to remotely monitor the health of vulnerable senior citizens, such as those living on their own, ensuring they receive more timely care and support.

Heartland shops keen to tap new grant for community activities

40 merchants express interest, with several recipients featured in Marine Parade bazaar

YouTube Premium users in Singapore hit with subscription fee hikes

Subscribers to YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium in Singapore are the latest to be hit with price hikes, some as high as 56 per cent, following similar moves in other countries

4 arrested over break-in, theft at Changi Rd pet shop

Four people who allegedly broke into and stole items from a Changi Road pet shop were arrested on Sept 19.

Genealogy books sought for NLB collection

These valuable documents will be digitised, made accessible to S'poreans, researchers

When bronze turtles can't save you: Surviving small business management

Horror stories about some managers who thought they were gods.

Moving out as a young adult - it's not personal

As much as I love my parents, dwelling in your familial home as an adult is difficult. A place of your own can be integral to self-care and growth.