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Malaysia's King to seek funds for high-speed rail on China visit, say sources

Malaysia's King, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, is planning to seek funding from Chinese investors for a multibillion-dollar, high-speed rail project between Malaysia and Singapore, according to people familiar with the matter.

Electric car buyers to continue to get up to $40,000 in rebates in 2025

Those who buy an electric car here in 2025 will continue to get up to $40,000 in rebates, as part of efforts by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to drive greater electric vehicle (EV) adoption.

Malaysia unveils zero tax rate for family offices in Forest City

Zunaira Saieed Malaysia Correspondent

S'pore will double electricity imports through regional grid after deal extension

Project is crucial to advancing Asean power grid, economic community: Keppel, EMA

Teachers say guidelines are a positive step, but worry about implementation

When Ms D (not her real name) first started teaching in a primary school in 2012, she received a phone call one weekend from a pupil's father asking to borrow money.

Malay/Muslim community can be proud of its achievements: SM Lee

He praises its role in maintaining racial, religious harmony; impact of its leaders

Small states need to join hands to uphold multilateralism: PM

It is critical for small states to stand together and intensify efforts to reinforce the multilateral system, as well as defend the principles of international law, in an era of conflict and competition, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Sept 19.

Parents urged to see teachers as partners, not service providers

Chan Chun Sing: Those who go overboard with demands deprive others of resources

Diamond League prize money of $12m to give stars an elite platform

The Diamond League will increase its prize money to more than US$9 million (S$11.6 million) in 2025, the highest in the history of the track-and-field series, its organisers said on Sept 18.

GOLF MERGER'S 2 HURDLES

Mcllroy says US Department of Justice and players' interests are deal's stumbling blocks

Federer busy with tennis to avoid feeling 'like an alien'

BERLIN Roger Federer said that staying involved with tennis in retirement helped him avoid feeling \"like an alien\" ahead of the Sept 2022 Laver Cup in Berlin, Germany.

PEP GIVES CREDIT TO 'DEFENCE MASTERS'

Man City held by Inter at home but coach satisfied, says opponents are exceptional

Not the best show but Dortmund relieved after late goals at Brugge

Borussia Dortmund rode their luck in a 3-0 Champions League win at Belgian side Club Brugge on Sept 18, when all their goals came in the final 14 minutes after the hosts had missed several chances.

Odegaard's injury layoff 'a big test'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has a big problem on his hands ahead of the vital English Premier League top-of-the-table clash with rivals Manchester City on Sept 22.

MEAN ON THE CIRCUITS, BUT NOT ON THE MEAN STREETS

Racer Christian, 17, is blazing his way into F3, but he is yet to get his driving licence

Spurs boss hopes comeback instils 'belief' in team

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou admitted that it was a \"tough game\" after Brennan Johnson scored a stoppage-time winner, as Spurs hit two late goals to scramble past Coventry City 2-1 and reach the League Cup last 16 on Sept 18.

Tsunoda aims to be Japan's all-time best in Fl

Since his Formula One debut in 2021, Visa Cash App RB's Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda has drawn attention with his aggressive driving style, impressive speed and candidness on team radio.

WNBA boost for Portland beyond basketball court

Portland, Oregon has become the latest city to benefit from the Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) rapid expansion plans after being awarded a franchise on Sept 18 that will begin play in 2026.

TAN FINALLY ENDS 9-YEAR WAIT FOR SINGLES WIN

Inspired by sister, bowler's hard work and dedication pay off with Asian crown in Bangkok

NAVY SEALS ALL GRIT AT TRIALS

Trainer Tan Kah Soon's two-time winner sprints home the best to score by a whisker

FORTUNA'S BIG CHANCE TO ROLL BACK THE YEARS

Elliot Ness can give formidable force in the 2021-22 era one of their last Kranji victories

Public spending • Have checks and double-checks on details

Most people would agree with Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong's points cited in the article \"To be effective, public servants must understand political context, changing environment in which Govt functions: SM Lee\" (Sept 18).

Renovation Review contracts thoroughly before work starts

While I understand the frustration that comes with renovation delays, I believe the situation may be more complex than it appears (Put in place a demerit system for renovation contractors, Sept 19).

Platform workers differ from the self-employed and need support

We refer to Mr Foo Sing Kheng's letter \"Do what's essential but don't over-protect platform workers\" (Sept 11).

Trump, Vance and American blood and soil

A myth about migrants eating pets masks a calculated political bet.

Once-in-a-lifetime floods are becoming routine

Once rare deadly deluges are happening more frequently and causing damage as the planet heats more up.

Huawei's Mate XT smartphone and the price of US-China tech race

Amid a sharpened US-China tech war, cooperation is dead and the world is worse off.

ST Engineering opens Gul Road shipyard with 'digital backbone'

Set to replace Tuas facility, new shipyard will use tech to boost safety and efficiency

S'pore companies find opportunities in the Netherlands despite regulatory challenges

Business Correspondent ROTTERDAM - Singapore companies operating in the Netherlands are grappling with the complexity of evolving sustainability regulations and incurring more costs in efforts to comply with them.

Asia's super rich prefer single-family offices to multi-family ones: Study

Wealthy families in region opt for such offices to have greater control over assets