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Circle Line services resume after delay caused by power fault

A power fault on the Circle Line (CCL) on Sept 17 caused delays of about 30 minutes during the evening peak-hour commute.

The art of conserving a masterpiece

Prominent Nanyang artist Chen Wen Hsi's largest artwork, Gibbons, underwent conservation ahead of its display at the National Gallery Singapore in December. The Straits Times goes behind the scenes of the conservation process of this iconic work and other artworks.

BullsAndBears STI posts 0.6% increase as S'pore stocks continue upward march

Rise in S'pore key exports boosts investor sentiment Gainers beat losers 355 to 205, on turnover worth $1.5 billion DFI Retail Group top gainer on STI, rising 3.9 per cent

A vibrant, liquid stock market vital for S'pore: SGX chairman

'Evident' that more work is needed to bolster this pillar of the financial ecosystem, he says

A new era for the underperforming Singapore bourse?

Is the underperforming Singapore bourse finally about to get a \"big bang\" solution which could inject more liquidity and life into it? Judging by the latest utterances of Second Minister for Finance Chee Hong Tat, Singapore Exchange (SGX) chairman Koh Boon Hwee and SGX chief executive Loh Boon Chye, there is a better-than-even chance that the problems afflicting the local bourse are getting a serious look from the powers that be.

Hong Kong courts ultra-rich Mid-East families in wealth push

Move comes as foreign investors leave and Beijing steps up links with oil-rich region

S'pore waters 60 compensation claims lodged by those affected by June incident

Global compensation scheme expects most claims to be made within next few months

S'pore crypto activity hots up with tie-ups in areas of payment, stablecoin

The cryptocurrency scene in Singapore has been set abuzz this week with key events in town and a series of tie-ups, including in areas of payment, stablecoin and combating crypto crime.

DBS to offer institutional, accredited investors more crypto investment options

Institutional investors and accredited wealth clients will have more options when it comes to digital asset investments from the fourth quarter, DBS Bank said.

Manulife sees chance to offer solutions for seniors' needs

Insurer eyes more comprehensive policies to cater to rapidly ageing population in S'pore

Will Fed get it right with size of expected rate cut?

Senior Business Correspondent The long-anticipated interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve is almost upon us, and yet there is a sense of unease over whether the world's most influential central bank will get it right.

Ukraine war faces a major turning point

Risk of escalation rising as decision looms on whether the US will lift restrictions on use of long-range missiles by Ukraine against Russia.

Birth more, work more, care more The triple burden on women as Asia ages

A greying, shrinking Asia needs many more caregivers. That burden is mostly borne by women.

Platform Workers Act strikes crucial balance for future of gig economy

The Act grants platform workers much-needed protections while allowing room for business innovation.

Housing ⚫ Relook practices governing resale of HDB flats

It is crucial for HDB to urgently review some of its resale practices, given the surge in housing prices.

Seeing children as future caregivers can't be the norm among parents

I refer to the letter, \"Don't have children just for them to look after you\" (Sept 12).

Vehicle Entry Permit ⚫ Can S'pore Govt appeal for postponement?

Malaysia will start enforcing its Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign cars entering Johor from Singapore on Oct 1.

Weddings ⚫ Small events are fine, but include your parents

I am not against small weddings but some aspects of the article \"Smaller ceremonies, lower budgets, more destination nuptials: How wedding trends are changing\" (Sunday Life, Sept 15) did not sit well with me.

JEROME TAN'S BIG UNION LOOKS SET FOR A BIG FIGHT

With Pinheiro up, he goes well in a training gallop and looks ship-shape for Sept 21 test

Voldemort can notch fifth victory

RACE 1 (1,000M) Although back from a lengthy break after making a promising debut, (1) ONE PATH is expected to produce a big run, according to his trainer Frank Robinson.

GOLF'S MERGER DEAL DRAGS ON DUE TO MONEY

PGA Tour players reportedly want Rahm and others to return money made from LIV

Djokovic's former crew join Sinner's entourage

Jannik Sinner has hired Novak Djokovic's former fitness coach Marco Panichi and physiotherapist Ulises Badio in the wake of the world No.1 being cleared, despite testing positive twice for a banned substance.

Boks cannot get 'loose' against Pumas: Smith

South Africa are eager to seize the moment and clinch the Rugby Championship title in Argentina on Sept 21, but are wary of a fired-up home side who are still in contention, said Springboks loose forward Kwagga Smith.

Chiles asks Swiss court to reinstate bronze

Lawyers for United States gymnast Jordan Chiles on Sept 16 filed an appeal with Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court in a bid to overturn a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling that stripped the American of an Olympic bronze.

COE HAS UPHILL TASK IN BID TO BE IOC HEAD

Briton faces 6 other candidates and various challenges in race to replace outgoing Bach

FROM COLLECTING STARS TO CREATING THEM

PSG look more cohesive with lesser-known names than when they had Mbappe & Co

Bonmati's historic deal may be up to €lm a year

Ballon d'Or Feminin holder Aitana Bonmati has signed a new deal with Barcelona on Sept 16 until 2028, which reportedly would make her the highest-paid female footballer.

CITY PLAYERS 'ARE TOP QUALITY"

De Vrij insists Inter have to defend as a team and not just focus on Haaland

Tired, suffering footballers close to going on strike

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker said on Sept 16 that players' welfare is being disregarded as more matches are played during the season, while Manchester City midfielder Rodri suggested that players are close to striking.

Backing for Glasgow as C'wealth Games host

The Scottish government has backed a bid for Glasgow to host a scaled-down version of the Commonwealth Games in 2026, 12 years after the city last staged the quadrennial multi-sport event.