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New Israeli, Palestinian leadership needed for long-term peace deal: Hillary Clinton

New Israeli and Palestinian leadership is needed for any chance at a long-term peace deal, especially a two-state solution to the conflict in the Middle East, said former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton on Thursday.

Washington faces risks in S-E Asia as Gaza war stirs anti-US sentiments

Govts with Muslim majorities may be under pressure to play to the gallery

Watermelon emojis flood social media in Indonesia, Malaysia

A wave of sliced watermelon emojis is overwhelming the social media landscape in Indonesia and Malaysia in a show of support for Palestinians, causing at least one company to disable the comments section of its account as it tries to manage its public messaging while the Israel-Hamas war rages on.

Study aims to reduce myopia in kids, help seniors sleep better

It seeks to optimise light exposure for participants, who get feedback via app

Malaysian ex-minister gets jail, fine, caning for financial crimes

Muar MP Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman was on Thursday sentenced to seven years' jail and two strokes of the cane, and fined RM10 million (S$2.9 million) after he was found guilty on all charges of abetting in criminal breach of trust, misappropriation of funds and money laundering.

High fares across sector as air travel recovery rolls on: SIA CEO

He says airline looks at what competitors are doing, ensures price disparity not too big

Retail firms to get more help in going digital

Refreshed industry plan aims to improve customer experience and protection against cyber attacks

HDB resale prices, volume rebound in October

Number of million-dollar transactions so far in 2023 now at 377, setting new record

Hilleman opens $27m vaccine manufacturing plant in Singapore

A large-scale manufacturing facility that develops affordable vaccines in Singapore for common diseases, and can easily switch to production of new vaccines for the next pandemic, was officially opened on Thursday.

Bill on critical entities will boost S'pore's economic resilience, security: Gan

Republic setting up office to implement new law, engage businesses and investors

SAILORS SILENCE S. KOREAN GIANTS

Coach Rankovic hails perfect response’ after Zivkovic’s double derails Jeonbuk

PTO Asian Open will be back here next April

The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) Asian Open will return to Singapore in 2024, with the event scheduled for April 12-14.

'FANTASTIC' IF SHAKHTAR ENTER LAST 16

Coach says shock win over Barca important for Ukrainian football as Xavi eyes reset

ROMA BANKING ON EUROPEAN SALVATION

Their Serie A struggles leave the Europa League as their Champions League ticket

Czechs and Slovenians off to happy start

The Billie Jean King Cup Finals kicked off on Tuesday with a pair of upsets, as the Czech Republic earned an impressive 3-0 victory over defending champions Switzerland while Slovenia beat runners-up Australia 2-1.

NO OFFER BUT JONES KEEN ON JAPAN JOB

Australian is passionate about Japanese rugby, hopes to help Brave Blossoms grow

SWEAT AND TEARS FOR CHALICE OF GOLD

The Kosi’ show is on but anyone can be the star in a handicap like the S’pore Gold Cup

Retirement planning takes a back seat amid rising costs: Study

OCBC Financial Wellness Index hits the lowest level since its inception in 2019

Electric planes, once a fantasy, take to the skies

Technological advances, investment helping to make short-distance travel feasible

Istana open house on Nov 12 to celebrate Deepavali

The Istana will be opened to the public from 8.30am to 6pm on Sunday in celebration of Deepavali.

NUS slips to 3rd, NTU climbs to 4th in Asia uni rankings

This year’s rankings the largest with 856 unis; India beats China as most represented

More than 9 in 10 public rental households have 4 or fewer people

HDB has begun efforts to provide a better environment for larger families with kids

Scrap firm fined $240k, poultry farm $185k over workplace deaths

They are among 3 fined over vehicular and machinery-related incidents, fall from height

Thai influencers help bring 'elephant pants' back in fashion

An elegant Thai socialite poses in sunglasses, a designer handbag discreetly visible in the Instagram photo, her stylish outfit completed by a pair of... elephant print pants?

Malaysia's price controls keep rice supply low, worsen shortages

Industry struggling to raise production as high costs, price cap eat into profits

S. Korea retracts ban on paper cups at eateries

South Korea on Tuesday withdrew its ban on paper cups at cafes and restaurants, and gave provisional approval for the use of plastic straws at cafes and plastic bags at convenience stores.

As Bhutan and India reaffirm ties, China looms large

Tiny Himalayan nation said to be close to resolving border disputes with Beijing

Amazon said to be training ambitious Al model to take on rivals

Amazon is investing millions in training an ambitious large language model (LLM), in the hope that it could rival top models from OpenAI and Alphabet, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Optus restores telecoms services after nearly 14-hour outage in Australia

CEO apologises for blackout that crippled payment and online services for millions

Firms finding ways around Jakarta's ban on social media e-commerce

Applying for new licences among avenues to stay in lucrative Indonesian market