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Ensure needs of gifted kids are met with GEP revamp

As a former GEP pupil, I am disappointed to find out about the revamp of the programme (\"NDR 2024: Gifted Education Programme to be updated; all primary schools to stretch high-ability pupils\", Aug 18).

Singdollar hits below 1.31 against weak greenback with sharp rally

It comes on expectations of deeper Fed rate cuts; SGD last closed below 1.3 in Nov 2014

Schemes unveiled to recognise job skills, not just certificates

Workers in two more sectors can soon seek accreditation as chartered technologists

S-E Asia solar boom at risk amid US tariff scrutiny

Chinese firms accused of using region to skirt US import levies

Tour buses entering NUS must register for limited slots soon

Move is part of longer-term measures to regulate visitor traffic, addressing students’ concerns

More staying away from crime after reformative training

Two-year recidivism rate for trainees fell from 28.8% in 2018 cohort to 16.3% in 2021 batch

Ukraine launches 'one of largest ever' drone raids on Moscow

Russian officials say air defences shot down at least Il drones over the capital

Blinken wraps up Middle East trip without a Gaza deal

US proposal aims to narrow gaps between Hamas and Israel but agreement still elusive

After brutal murder, India's female doctors open up on abuse they face

Saving lives was a childhood dream for 28-year-old Indian doctor Radhika, but after the brutal rape and murder of a colleague, her own safety has increasingly become a concern.

Marcos warns 'heads will roll' after ex-mayor flees Philippines

He blasts officials who let politician linked to Chinese criminal syndicates escape

Indonesian nurses show growing interest in S'pore jobs

They are drawn by higher salaries and the opportunity to upgrade their skills

Obamas add heft to Harris' presidential bid

Democratic Party’s golden couple endorse Vice-President, take swipes at Trump

S'pore, Japan ink deal to tie up on carbon capture and storage

Pact will pool together expertise, resources to boost adoption of green tech in region

Mpox is not the new Covid-19; no need to rush for masks: Experts

They say virus does not spread through respiratory droplets

Extremist Bangladeshi preacher being probed over sermon at Tuas dormitory

He entered S’pore under different name, was arrested by his govt over terror links

Money mules in scams should get at least six months' jail: Panel

People here who allow scammers to control their bank or Singpass accounts should be jailed for at least six months if convicted, with immediate effect.

CPF top-ups, higher allowances to boost financial stability of athletes

New scholarship also among initiatives to make sport a more viable, attractive career

GERMANY IN GOOD HANDS, SAYS GUNDOGAN

‘Tired’ captain retires, sees team as one of the main contenders at 2026 World Cup

MEANINGLESS IF YOU DON'T SCORE: ANGE

Deja vu for Spurs boss as they squander series of chances in draw with Foxes

SINNER SHOWS U.S. OPEN HUNGER

Despite fatigue, world No. wins 5th title of 2024 and heads to Major as big favourite

TEO TWINS MAKE RGS SEE DOUBLE

Jovia, Jovie power Nanyang Girls’ High to fourth straight C Dw basketball title

PACIFIC GOLD IN WINNING TRIM

Golden Brown has what it takes to break sequence of second-place finishes

S'pore eateries spice up London food scene

Right time for home-grown firms to tap changing appetites overseas: EnterpriseSG

US firms wary of HK's proposed cyber regulations

Critics say unprecedented’ rules could threaten integrity of service providers

Looming Canada rail shutdown could disrupt US supply chain

Economic losses likely to go beyond 960m of goods transported by trains each day

Skygazers over the moon as they capture rare sight

Aug 19 sighting is first supermoon of 2024 and also a rare seasonal blue moon

Jail for 5 in housing loan scam; bank incurred $1.8m loss

They convinced sellers of 2 houses to inflate prices and pay cashbacks

Rise in cat abandonments amid confusion over rules

SPCA calls for more to be done to get owners aware of 2-year grace period

Workplace injuries down in transport, logistics sectors

Minister gives three suggestions to further improve safety, including tapping technology

Search continues for six missing after storm sinks yacht off Italy

Divers scoured PALERMO, Sicily the wreck of a yacht off Sicily's coast on Aug 20 to find six missing people, including British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, following an intense storm that sank the vessel on Aug 19.