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Stolen Banksy painting Girl With Balloon found

One of British street artist Banksy's best-known paintings, Girl With Balloon, has been found after its theft from a London gallery last week, police said on Sept 13.

Myanmar battles Yagi floods as Vietnam begins clean-up

Death toll stands at 36 in Myanmar and 233 in Vietnam, and is expected to rise

Proton's EV foray will pit carmaker against Tesla and Chinese brands

Proton's first electric vehicle is expected to go on sale in December, as Malaysia's national carmaker takes the fight for market share to Tesla and Chinese brands including BYD.

Fish milk idea for Prabowo's free lunch scheme causes a stir

Some say ingredient might not be best for kids; others note its eco-friendly potential

Singapore, US reaffirm defence ties at bilateral security policy dialogue

Both sides stress the importance of the US’ continual engagement in the Asia-Pacific

Singapore's defence can't depend on who the next US leader is: Ng Eng Hen

Each country must deal with defence needs, work with region to maintain peace, he says

Qoo10 under police probe as vendors lodge reports over del delayed payments

Deliveries also disrupted; some businesses owed hundreds of thousands of dollars

PM Wong hosts Crown Prince Billah of Brunei

Senior Correspondent Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Mrs Wong hosted a dinner in honour of visiting Brunei Crown Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah and his wife, Princess Pengiran Anak Sarah, on Sept 13 at Gardens by the Bay.

S'poreans will need ETA permit to enter the UK from Jan 8, 2025

Singaporeans heading to the UK are required to apply for and obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before making their trip from Jan 8, 2025.

Pope Francis varies his message of social justice for highly developed Singapore

He reminds nation not to lose sight of the marginalised amid achievements

Number of private homes bought by foreigners in S'pore continues to shrink

The decline is largely attributed to the 60% ABSD imposed on non-residents: Experts

Have courage to take risks, engage with others, Pope Francis tells youth

Be constructive critics and seek to build things, pontiff urges young people

Victorious Unicaja aim to keep focus in next game

Spanish outfit Unicaja lived up to their billing as one of the favourites for the Fiba Intercontinental Cup (ICC) when the Basketball Champions League winners defeated Angolan side Petro de Luanda 9478 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Sept 12.

GOOGLE GETS ON BOARD

Tech giant will help fund World Chess Championship in S’pore in landmark deal

Mbappe rejects league mediation over salary

Kylian Mbappe's entourage said on Sept 11 they had refused the French football league's (LFP) offer to act as a mediator between the France captain and his former club Paris Saint-Germain, in their dispute over unpaid wages and bonuses for the forward.

Pulisic urges Poch to bring back fighting spirit

If Mauricio Pochettino was pondering what his focus should be when he takes charge of the United States for the first time, his captain Christian Pulisic promptly provided him with the answer.

TEN HAG IS TOO NEGATIVE: RONALDO

Ex-Red Devil says a United boss should not rule out winning EPL or Champions League

We are Solheim Cup underdogs: Europe captain

Less than 12 months ago, Europe hoisted the Solheim Cup after holding the United States to a 14-14 tie. The Europeans retained their title after winning it narrowly in 2019 and 2021.

BRAYDEN BOUNCES BACK

Teen wins Asia Junior title after slow return from injury, ready to tackle upcoming events

Suaalii confident he can make Wallabies squad

Australian rugby's high-priced recruit Joseph Suaalii has not been paying much attention to the Wallabies' plight while finishing up with the Sydney Roosters but expects to be included on the season-ending tour of Europe with Joe Schmidt's team.

MAJOR STATUS IN SYDNEY'S SIGHTS

Race director confident Sept I5 marathon ready to become 7th leg in elite series

Alcaraz 'stays tough' to help Spain to winning start

Positivity was the key for Carlos Alcaraz, as he returned to action after his shock US Open loss to help Spain get off to a winning start in the Davis Cup on Sept 11.

MCLAREN READY TO OVERTAKE

With upgraded car, they go into Baku race trailing leaders Red Bull by just eight points

PACIFIC VAMPIRE GOES SCARY FAST

Trainer Ong makes a morning clean sweep with Major King, Angel Baby winning, too

GREATHAM BOY TAKES 1,400M GAMBLE

Distance is a query, but last-start closing third over 1,200m suggests otherwise

Healthcare.Make more effort to take care of the elderly's needs

I refer to the Opinion piece by Dr Tan Kok Yang on the difficulties of taking care of senior patients (As seniors become caregivers to seniors, can doctors lighten their load?, Sept 5).

Have bus-only pass for commuters who do not travel by rail

I read about the impending public transport fare increase and am concerned about the sustainability of the ever-increasing cost of operations.

Why Taylor Swift's support could win the race for Kamala Harris

Celebrities do not change people’s minds. But enough of the army of young female Swifties might come out to vote.

How Huawei and Apple swung and missed for Chinese consumers

The Chinese tech giant's triptych device is trying to steal the iPhone maker's thunder, but the showdown leaves no winners among consumers.

IHH Healthcare eyes growth in S'pore, Hong Kong as it expands

Group on track to open multiple clinics, care facilities in both markets by 2028