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Bucks to get 'true Dame' toughened up by boot camp

A few days past the one-year anniversary of Damian Lillard being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, the eight-time All-Star checked in for the start of his 13th season.

MAKIN DO WITH WHATEVER COMES

Burridge still hopeful with trio's Gold Cup chances even after flag-bearer draws widest

WIDE DRAW MARS GUTSY HORSE'S DREAM RUN

From operating table to Gold Cup, Big Union faces one last challenge

Striking US dockworkers threaten the economy and Harris campaign

Biden needs to intervene, even if his reputation as a pro-labour leader takes a hit.

Israel and Iran have just delivered the US election's 'October surprise'

With American policy in the Middle East in tatters, Donald Trump could be the principal beneficiary of escalation in the region.

Here's how to make workplace well-being programmes better

Maximising a programme's impact requires careful attention to not only the content but also how it's implemented.

Why mandatory office time isn't going to work

Companies need to take a more thoughtful approach and make the employee experience more connected and meaningful.

Gaming, AI take centre stage in tussle over youth radicalisation

As extremist groups tap technology to influence young people, can the authorities hit back with the same tools?

Samsung lays off workers in S'pore amid global job cuts

Electronics giant Samsung Electronics has laid off an undisclosed number of workers in Singapore as it cuts thousands of jobs globally. A spokesperson here did not comment on the number of employees affected or give details on retrenchment packages.

Singapore factory output rises amid regional downtrend

Manufacturing sector extends growth in Sept with electronics as the key driver

ThaiBev revives potential IPO of beer business

BANGKOK – Beverage company Thai Beverage (ThaiBev) is reviving plans for an initial public offering (IPO) of its beer unit to take advantage of a rally in global stock markets, besides weighing the induction of an equity partner, according to company executives.

MP says Dyson giving union one day's notice of layoffs unacceptable

Executives recently axed by consumer electronics giant Dyson may be able to seek help from the United Workers of Electronics and Electrical Industries (UWEEI) union to ensure their retrenchment benefits are fair.

F1 broadcasts part of Tata's growing digital ambitions

Dozens of video and audio feeds were transmitted from Singapore to Britain within 20 milliseconds - less than the time taken for the human eye to blink - during the Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix in September.

MAS expands leadership training programmes for finance execs

It will also increase support for financial institutions to post more leaders abroad

Bitcoin plunges as investors turn to bonds, gold

PORTLAND - Bitcoin fell by the most in almost a month as riskier assets slumped while the conflict in the Middle East escalated, undercutting the argument that digital assets are a refuge.

HK-listed China stocks surge for the 13th day

Chinese shares listed in Hong Kong jumped on Oct 2, extending a stimulus-induced euphoria as traders returned from a public holiday.

Tesla sales perk up as Chinese buyers tap higher EV subsidy

SAN FRANCISCO - Tesla is expected to post its first quarterly sales increase in 2024 after car buyers in China, the world's largest electric vehicle (EV) market, seized on a sweetened government incentive.

China real estate stocks surge after Beijing eases buying rules

Capital has joined other cities following call to put floor under property market decline

S'pore market inches higher, bucking regional trend

● STI up 0.1%; gainers beat losers ● DFI Retail top index gainer; ● Region downbeat but HK up 383 to 238 in broader market local banks close mixed 6.2% on China stimulus plan

Nutri-Grade labelling scheme bags WHO award for Singapore

Singapore has received an award from the World Health Organisation (WHO) for its Nutri-Grade labelling scheme, which grades drinks based on their sugar and saturated fat content.

Smart light system to cover walkways, cycling paths, bus stops and more

System used in street lamps to be rolled out fully to commuter facilities by mid-2025

Citizens could get more say in town council budgets under new trial

Those who live in public housing have limited influence on how town council funds are used, but this could change. Plans are now being drawn up for a trial allowing residents of one town council - the exact one has not yet been disclosed - to take a more active role in budgeting for community projects.

Public housing affordable and attainable, says HDB, citing two global reports

Resale flats that sold for high prices form small proportion of transactions

Fire breaks out at HDB Hub basement; it involved discards

People were told to vacate the HDB Hub in Toa Payoh, following a fire at one of its basement levels on Oct 2.

FairPrice Group to give $4 return voucher for every $50 spent

FairPrice Group (FPG) will be giving out $4 return vouchers to customers who spend $50 in a single transaction from Oct 3 to 9.

Webb telescope finds carbon dioxide on Pluto's largest moon

Latest observations of Charon give clues to formation of celestial bodies in solar system

Pope asks for forgiveness over failings of Catholic Church

VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis on Oct 1 led a prayer service asking for forgiveness over the failings of the Catholic Church, including the treatment by clergy of women and survivors of sexual abuse, as church leaders prepared to begin a month-long summit at the Vatican.

Russian troops reach centre of Ukrainian bastion Vuhledar

Regional governor says situation is very tough in city that has strategic significance

UK's Starmer in Brussels for talks on EU 'reset'

BRUSSELS/LONDON - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Oct 2 as part of his push for a reset with the EU and a first chance to discuss issues like trade, security and youth mobility with Brussels.

Taiwan shuts down for Typhoon Krathon

Officials in key port city tell people to stay home, away from seas, rivers and mountains