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Mobile Guardian incidents: MOE takes legal action against contractors

13,000 learning devices lost data in August cyber attack; new app expected by Jan 2025

Relief staff pool among efforts to improve special education teachers' well-being

Special education (Sped) teachers will get more time off to go for training or step away for medical or urgent leave, as a pool of relief teachers will be developed, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing on Sept 10.

6 with alleged links to global syndicate behind malicious cyber activities charged

Four of them said to have planned to target websites and exploit vulnerabilities

Australia plans minimum age for kids to use social media

PM Albanese vows to get children off their devices; critics warn against knee-jerk move

Harris arrives in Philadelphia for crucial debate with Trump

US Vice-President Kamala Harris touched down in Philadelphia on Sept 9 on the eve of her first - and possibly only - presidential debate with Donald Trump before the knife-edge 2024 election.

Damage already done, despite KL's U-turn on rerouting of web traffic

Concerns that large US tech firms may rethink investment plans in Malaysia

Gaza agency says Israeli strike kills 40 in humanitarian zone

AL-MAWASI, Palestinian Territories Gaza's civil defence agency said an Israeli strike on Sept 10 on a humanitarian zone in the Palestinian territory killed 40 people, while Israel said it had targeted a Hamas command centre in the area.

Graft probe involving TPP leader could spell end of Taiwan's third force

Analysts say image of Taipei's ex-mayor and his party already hit by string of scandals

Indian women challenge patriarchy with non-traditional jobs

Non-profit groups helping women become electricians, e-rickshaw drivers

US, Chinese military commanders hold first theatre-level talks

The US and China held theatre-level commander talks for the first time on Sept 10, the Chinese authorities said, amid efforts to stabilise military ties and avoid misunderstandings, especially in regional hot spots such as the South China Sea.

'Tik Tok Terrorists' prompt concerns in Europe about new wave of attacks

Three recent lone-wolf strikes in Germany show difficulty of tracking such individuals

From The Gallery Bold steps to help platform workers and those retrenched

New moves reflect 4G leadership's promise to refresh social compact

New gifted education approach will not change typical class sizes: Chan

Quality of teachers, resources available to them are more important factors, he says

Some bus services affected by road closures

Several bus services will be skipping stops on Sept 11 and 12 because of road closures along their usual routes.

Papal mass: Volunteers learn martial arts, how to spot threats

Hectic schedule for some with preparations in full swing for stadium event on Sept 12

Suicide support services Only half of Singaporeans know how to get help: Survey

More efforts needed to raise awareness of helplines and resources, says advocacy group

S'pore platform workers to get better protection under new law

They will come under distinct legal category in between employees and self-employed

France's summer date with history closes with a bang

The Paralympics closed on Sept 8 with a giant music-fuelled party as chief Paris 2024 organiser Tony Estanguet said the Games and the Olympics had created a \"historic summer\".

'SMOOTH' MAX BACK ON TOP

After Olympic bronze, kitefoiler earns dominant win in Austria for year’s fifth title

Argentina wary of Colombia's dead balls

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his side will not change how they defend set pieces when they face Colombia on Sept 10 in a rematch of the Copa America final.

Kudos to Joselu in 10-man Spain's romp over Swiss

Coach Luis de la Fuente hailed unfancied striker Joselu after Spain grabbed their first win since lifting the Euro 2024 title by comprehensively beating Switzerland 4-1 in the Nations League in Geneva on Sept 8, despite going down to 10 men.

A CONFIDENCE-BOOSTER

Ahead of Finland match, interim England boss Carsley, players inspired by each other

Harrison steps up for Reese in Chicago win

The day after losing AllStar rookie Angel Reese for the rest of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) season with a wrist injury, the Chicago Sky defeated the Dallas Wings 92-77 on Sept 8 in a dominating home performance.

AUSTRALIA URGED TO BE BRAVE CREATIVE

Circati wants teammates to go on front foot against Indonesia, after shock Bahrain loss

'What a ride', as Morgan bows out at 35

United States football icon Alex Morgan bade an emotional farewell to football on Sept 8 as she played the final game of her glittering career before heading into retirement.

Sublime Sinner sends message - be sure Alcaraz heard it

Sporting Life Rohit Brijnath Assistant Sports Editor There is nothing about Jannik Sinner, a shy, willowy fellow with no discernible muscle, which makes you think of pugilists.

Wallabies fans in for rough time after shocker

Australian rugby fans have become accustomed to false dawns and may feel another is unfolding before their eyes after the record defeat by Argentina in Santa Fe on Sept 7.

Yang bags first US title since 2009

South Korea sank his birdie putt on the first play-off hole to defeat the hard-charging Bernhard Langer and win his first PGA Tour Champions title at the Ascension Charity Classic on Sept 8 in St Louis, Missouri.

GAMES 'TRULY COMING INTO THEIR OWN'

Ex-IOC execs say Paris 'greatest ever', but total integration with Olympics won't work

Flame still burns brightly for war veterans

The Paralympics' original purpose to rehabilitate disabled World War II veterans is still relevant today, as many of their successors maimed in more recent conflicts thrive in the competitive atmosphere.