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Israeli tanks outside main Gaza hospital with people trapped in 'circle of death'

Medics say patients, including newborns, dying due to siege and power being cut off

Sunak brings back British ex-PM Cameron, sacks interior minister

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak brought back former premier David Cameron as foreign minister on Monday, in a reshuffle triggered by his firing of interior minister Suella Braverman after her criticism of police threatened his authority.

Tarnished Golden City looks to Apec summit for revival

For a city that has been declared dead more than a few times since its founding, rising from the ashes is more than a metaphor. It is a motto, burned into the soul of what feels like a bipolar city.

America, Indonesia set to upgrade ties as Biden meets Widodo: US officials

Move to set up comprehensive strategic partnership, cooperate on critical materials

Trade, Gaza on the cards as PM Lee leaves for Apec summit

High-stakes event will also feature anticipated meeting between Biden, Xi

Much to learn from SIA amid competition: Cathay Pacific chief

There is a lot that Cathay Pacific can learn from its “respected competitor” Singapore Airlines (SIA), said the carrier’s chief executive, as the Hong Kong-based airline continues to make up ground against its rivals after a late start to its Covid-19 recovery.

First EV chargers at open-air HDB carpark under govt project

30 such carparks will have EV chargers by year end, under tender awarded in Nov 2022

Environmental study clears way for third Changi Newater factory

Construction of facility will begin in 2024 and is expected to be completed in 2026

TOUCHLINE BAN DOES NOT FAZE TEN HAG

United boss trusts his staff to take over; happy with chances created in Luton win

WONG GRATEFUL TO BEAT CANCER

Former discus king writing book, wants to become advocate for regular screenings

'Worst possible outcome' for retiring Rapinoe

Two-time World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe said she was devastated after her final professional appearance came to a crushing early end, as the OL Reign veteran exited the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) championship on Saturday with injury.

SINNER'S OPENING DAY 'REALLY SPECIAL'

Roared on by home Turin fans, first-time qualifier overcomes 2019 champ Tsitsipas

'STAGNANT' BUCKS NEED TO BUCK UP

Antetokounmpo tells Milwaukee to help one another after tame defeat by Orlando

Sauvestre's Cup, quartet for Ng and Purton

Jockey Luke Ferraris celebrated his most important Hong Kong success, with Sauvestre's victory in the Class 1 Panasonic Cup Handicap over 1,400m on Saturday.

Why are oil prices falling while war rages in the Middle East?

Analysts say fighting has not disrupted oil supplies, so traders see no immediate threat

NTU researcher aims to help poorer places have sustainable, clean water supply

Reading about the apocalyptic floods that ravaged Pakistan in July 2022 made an indelible impact on young water researcher Naeem Nadzri.

Probe into dog deaths finds no links to field in Kovan

Field reopened after investigations turn up no evidence of contamination in grass patch

US House Speaker floats two-step measure to avert govt shutdown

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled a Republican stopgap spending measure on Saturday aimed at averting a government shutdown a week from now, but the measure quickly ran into opposition from lawmakers from both parties in Congress.

Pipping S'pore for cleanliness with community day

In 2018, the head of the United Nations Environment Programme, Mr Eric Solheim, called the Rwandan capital, Kigali, the \"cleanest city on the planet\" for the lack of rubbish on its streets and its green initiatives.

S'pore ventures among S-E Asian firms drawn to Rwanda

Rwanda was named by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in 2022 as one of the bright spots in Africa for trade and business investments. Three communication studies students from Nanyang Technological University find out why with reports from the capital, Kigali.

More than ambient noise, train chimes can also tell a nation's story

Try riding a train, and – instead of cancelling out the noise with a pair of earbuds – listen carefully to the tunes, chimes and jingles it makes as its doors open and close, and as it approaches and leaves a station.

Japanese island holds disaster drill with eye on threat facing Taiwan

YONAGUNI, Japan – Japan on Sunday conducted a tsunami evacuation drill on its westernmost island, an exercise that could also help residents respond to an emergency arising from any attempt by China to take control of nearby self-ruled Taiwan, an official said.

Firm races to restore Aussie ports' ops after cyber incident

Ports operator DP World makes progress to resume regular freight trade with expert aid

Australian minister touts Tuvalu security and migration pact

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Sunday that a security and migration pact signed with Tuvalu showed that Australia was a \"genuine, reliable\" regional partner, as it seeks to counter China's influence in the Pacific.

Ireland set to put greater scrutiny on Chinese investment

But govt says new screening regime will not shut door on economic ties with Beijing

Man lured with promise of IT job, then forced to work as scammer

SINGAPORE – For seven months, Mr Francis Kamugisha was forced to work every day in heavily guarded scam mills in Laos and Myanmar, after being lured to South-east Asia in August 2022 by the promise of an IT job.

YouTuber, fraud probe start-up among those stepping up to fight scams

They work with law enforcement agencies worldwide to tackle problem

12-year-old has raised over $1.2m for charity since 2020

Besides fund raising, Gongshang Primary pupil Chng Rui Jie also does volunteer work

Weaker ringgit hits Malaysia consumers and businesses hard

Importers are facing rising prices, while households are scrapping overseas holidays

Over 1,000 migrant workers enjoy evening of festivities on Deepavali

Those at Changi Lodge 2 dorm treated to food, performances, games and activities