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Democrat Party ends long feud, joins ruling coalition

It had previously accused PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra's father of cronyism, corruption

Beijing says no basis for Manila's claims of reef damage at shoal

China released on Aug 30 its first survey report of the South China Sea's disputed Sabina Shoal, saying there was no scientific or factual basis for reef damage claims made by the Philippines.

Taiwan defence ministry says China unable to invade, but has other options

China lacks the ability to \"fully\" invade Taiwan, as it does not have the equipment, but it is bringing online advanced new weapons and has other options to threaten Taiwan, such as inspecting foreign cargo ships, the island's defence ministry said.

China pushing rivals' limits in regional confrontations, say analysts

Escalating actions come as its military strength grows and rivals draw closer to US

Air China's first C919 plane arrives at Beijing airport

The first C919 aircraft received by Air China touched down at Beijing Capital International Airport on Aug 29.

US funding yielded over 1,000 patents for Chinese researchers

Data will fuel calls to end or renegotiate landmark science, technology deal with China

Japan's military to spend on Al, perks to fight recruitment crisis.

Japan's Defence Ministry on Aug 30 said it will invest in artificial intelligence (AI) automation and improving troop conditions to address a worsening recruitment shortfall that has left its forces understaffed amid a build-up aimed at countering China's growing military power.

Albanese notches diplomatic win with Pacific policing deal

Initiative to deal with natural disasters and security issues will curb China's influence

Filter device seller Sterra says sorry for false claims about tap water

Homee-grown firm Sterra, which sells water filtration and other devices, has apologised for making false and misleading claims about the quality of Singapore's tap water.

Land betterment charge rates cut for non-landed residential use

Subdued bids for GLS plots have taken a toll; rates for other key use groups to rise at slower pace

Online retailers tap vending machines to boost sales, market themselves in S'pore

When Mr Alvin Lim was thinking about where he should open his first physical store for his range of men's grooming products, he turned to sales data from his 14 vending machines to help him make a decision.

Trump mocks rival's interview, says she 'rambled incoherently'

Even before US VicePresident Kamala Harris' interview with CNN aired on the night of Aug 29, former president Donald Trump began attacking it.

Harris vows to get tough on migration and supports weapons for Israel

She appears to make no major mistakes in first big inteview with unscripted setting

Berita Harian reaches out to youth with new platform

It presents news in a captivating, relatable way on social media to engage Malay youth

Over 90% of customers bring own bags after 5-cent fee enacted: Poll

Correspondent More than 90 per cent of customers have brought their own reusable bags for grocery shopping since the minimum five-cent charge for disposable bags at supermarket chains was implemented more than a year ago, a recent survey by the National Environment Agency (NEA) found.

Feedback sought on Bill meant to protect potential scam victims

The Government is seeking public feedback on a new Bill that will give powers to the police to order banks to temporarily restrict the transactions of potential scam victims who do not believe they are being scammed.

New ERP 2.0 feature will make payments easier

Admin fee for failure to pay toll charges waived if motorists settle within 5 days

Malaysia said to be weighing return of GST as it seeks to boost finances

Malaysia is weighing the return of a broadbased consumption tax instead of implementing subsidy cuts for a commonly used petrol as the government seeks to bolster its finances, according to people familiar with the matter.

Typhoon Shanshan churns over Japan, killing three

Storm unleashes record-breaking rainfall, triggers landslide warning

Divers take turns to enter sewer in search of missing tourist

Annual national day celebrations at nearby Independence Square cancelled

Case fined $20,000 for breaches compromising data

The Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) has been fined $20,000 for breaches under the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

Top Biden official meets Xi to manage ties ahead of US presidential polls

Essential to prevent competition from veering into conflict, says Jake Sullivan

S'pore sees Asean as bright spot in troubled world: DPM Gan

Asean is more relevant for the global economy than ever and its continued growth will bring considerable benefits to Singapore, noted Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong on Aug 29.

SingCert warns of extortion e-mails; 33 reports received in August

There were 33 reports in August of extortion e-mails sent to people in Singapore, the Republic's lead cyber security agency said.

Bus 861 connecting Yishun East and Khatib MRT is first under new scheme

Residents better linked to local amenities, schools when service starts from Sept 15

New relief staff pool for pre-schools by end-2024 to support educators

Move to help meet manpower needs and ensure reliable service standards

NTUC plans union-like bodies for platform workers if laws are passed

The labour movement has announced its intention to formally represent cabbies, ride-hailing drivers and freelance delivery workers otherwise known as platform workers if and when draft laws allowing this are enacted.

Multi-million-pound boost for Britain

LONDON Britain's hospitality industry is gearing up for a multimillion-pound boost from the Oasis concerts next summer, after brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher announced plans to reunite for a series of gigs.

'DIFFERENT APPROACH' WITH NO INT'L TIES

Ogura's Lions to play friendlies against JDT, Tampines in September window

EUROPE'S TOP CLUBS BEGIN NEW JOURNEY

Uefa says revamped Champions League offers thrilling future and better balance