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January 17, 2025

Over 50,000 flats to be launched in three years; HDB to beat earlier target

19,600 of the units will be launched in 2025, says minister Desmond Lee

Over 50,000 flats to be launched in three years; HDB to beat earlier target

5 mins

At least 70 killed in Gaza air strikes after news of ceasefire deal, say residents

Israeli air strikes killed at least 70 people in Gaza overnight on Jan. 16, residents and the authorities in the enclave said, hours after a ceasefire and hostage release deal was announced to bring an end to the war between Israel and Hamas.

At least 70 killed in Gaza air strikes after news of ceasefire deal, say residents

4 mins

Shorter Waiting Time Flats To Be Key Part Of Supply

Shorter waiting time flats, those built before launch, will be a key part of the BTO flat supply in the coming years, with about 2,800 launched in 2024. The government is also addressing affordability concerns and increasing support for first-time home buyers.

Shorter Waiting Time Flats To Be Key Part Of Supply

3 mins

Situation in West Coast GRC more stable: Minister

The situation in West Coast GRC is a lot more stable than it was a year ago, and its MPs have stepped up to make sure there are no gaps in service despite being one MP down, said National Development Minister Desmond Lee.

2 mins

Govt not averse to more property cooling measures if necessary: Desmond Lee

Not yet time to roll back curbs in place to keep prices under control, he says

Govt not averse to more property cooling measures if necessary: Desmond Lee

4 mins

Singapore and India's 'natural partnership' on new trajectory: President

Business links thriving, with both sides exploring new areas of cooperation, he says

Singapore and India's 'natural partnership' on new trajectory: President

3 mins

SIA to continue as F1 Singapore Grand Prix's title sponsor for 4 years

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has renewed its title sponsorship of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix for another four years till 2028, the national carrier announced on Jan 16.

SIA to continue as F1 Singapore Grand Prix's title sponsor for 4 years

1 min

COE quota up 8.2% for Feb to April period

1,299 more certificates to be available for tender, with first injection of extra COEs

2 mins

Israel-Hamas Accord Merely Signals Continuation of War by Other Means

Ceasefire agreement has almost as many holes as Gaza's destroyed homes

Israel-Hamas Accord Merely Signals Continuation of War by Other Means

5 mins

S'pore welcomes deal, will work with partners to step up aid delivery

The agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages sets the stage for a cessation of hostilities and a surge in the delivery of humanitarian aid, said Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan.

2 mins

Israel-Hamas accord merely signals continuation of war by other means

Ceasefire agreement has almost as many holes as Gaza’s destroyed homes

Israel-Hamas accord merely signals continuation of war by other means

5 mins

Pact Could Defuse Tensions Across Middle East

Halt fighting that has razed much of heavily urbanised Gaza, killed over 46,000 people and displaced most of the tiny enclave's pre-war population of 2.3 million, according to the Gaza authorities.

1 min

Oligarchy forming in US that threatens democracy: Biden

US President Joe Biden capped a half-century political career on Jan. 15 with a final Oval Office speech as he hopes to seal a legacy overshadowed by the Democrats' failure to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House.

4 mins

Biden sounds warning about Trump and his billionaire buddies in presidential farewell

He also notes enormous power of new tech under command of trillion-dollar companies

Biden sounds warning about Trump and his billionaire buddies in presidential farewell

4 mins

TikTok's chief exec to join tech moguls at Trump's inauguration

The chief executive of TikTok plans to attend US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration and has been invited to sit in a position of honor on the dais, where former presidents, family members and other important guests traditionally are seated, two people familiar with the plans said on Jan. 15.

TikTok's chief exec to join tech moguls at Trump's inauguration

2 mins

Trump's Return to Office Hastens Thawing of Japan-China Relations

Ties seen changing according to domestic economic interests and power balance in US

Trump's Return to Office Hastens Thawing of Japan-China Relations

5 mins

Nominee to be top US diplomat calls China 'dangerous' adversary

Mr Marco Rubio, Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of state, said on Jan 15 that a \"dangerous\" China cheated its way to superpower status as he vowed to ramp up support to deter an invasion of Taiwan.

Nominee to be top US diplomat calls China 'dangerous' adversary

3 mins

South Korean court dismisses Yoon's petition, keeps him in custody

Graft officials likely to seek impeached leader's formal arrest on Jan 17

South Korean court dismisses Yoon's petition, keeps him in custody

3 mins

Record number of S'poreans visit Japan in 2024

A record-breaking 691,100 Singaporeans visited Japan in 2024, said the Japan National Tourism Organisation's (JNTO) Singapore Office on Jan 15.

Record number of S'poreans visit Japan in 2024

2 mins

Doctor in Vietnam Accused of Murdering Pregnant Lover, Dismembering Body

A doctor in Vietnam's southern province of Dong Nai is facing charges of murder, robbery and illegal possession of military weapons after allegedly killing and dismembering his pregnant lover to conceal their extramarital affair.

2 mins

Fee Hikes at Top Malaysian Public Hospital Raise Cost Concerns

Rising insurance premiums add to fears of being priced out of public healthcare system

Fee Hikes at Top Malaysian Public Hospital Raise Cost Concerns

4 mins

Travel agencies say North Korea has reopened border city to tourism

Tour operators said on Jan 16 that North Korea had reopened a border city to foreign tourists, five years after Pyongyang sealed its frontiers in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

1 min

India Achieves 'Historic' Space Docking Mission

India docked two satellites in space on Jan 16, a key milestone for the country's dreams of a space station and manned Moon mission, said its space agency.

1 min

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

Plastic bottles and empty beer cans roll on the sea floor in the waters around Phuket in southern Thailand, while ever more garbage piles up on the island itself, a tourist hot spot better known for its pristine beaches and stunning sunsets.

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

1 min

In economic powerhouse Guangdong, some cities struggle to perform

Guangzhou and Foshan let the team down with over-reliance on old drivers of growth

In economic powerhouse Guangdong, some cities struggle to perform

4 mins

Moscow hits back at Polish PM over 'acts of air terror' claim

The Kremlin said on Jan 16 an allegation by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk that Russia had planned \"acts of terrorism\" in the air against Poland and other countries was completely unsubstantiated.

2 mins

High stakes as firefighting pilots take to the skies in key role

Firefighting aircraft have been unleashing tens of thousands of gallons of water and bright-pink fire retardant on the wildfires ripping through Los Angeles over the past week.

High stakes as firefighting pilots take to the skies in key role

2 mins

Russia Targets Ukraine's Gas Infrastructure in Missile Barrage

Zelensky says Russian forces launched over 40 missiles and used more than 70 drones

2 mins

Get set for more non-stop rain as another monsoon surge descends

Coastal areas could see more flash flooding this weekend with tides poised to be higher

Get set for more non-stop rain as another monsoon surge descends

3 mins

Two 'off-label' chemo drugs used together to fight bladder cancer successfully

Treatment used on five patients, and four are now either disease-free or in remission

Two 'off-label' chemo drugs used together to fight bladder cancer successfully

3 mins

Water supply restored for Phoenix Park tenants after disruption

More than four days after a water pipe burst in the Phoenix Park office campus, all tenants have regained access to the water supply as at 4.30pm on Jan 15, said master tenant LHN Group.

1 min

Changi Airport ranked world's fourth-busiest international airport

Top 10 busiest international airports in 2024

2 mins

We can't solve all problems, but we lend a listening ear: Desmond Tan

Sometimes it feels like he is a therapist or counsellor, says the first-term MP

We can't solve all problems, but we lend a listening ear: Desmond Tan

4 mins

18 years' jail for man who sexually assaulted daughter

He committed offences when wife was on night shift or overseas, tried to blame victim

2 mins

Man who hurt grandma after she refused him money jailed

A man choked his 84-year-old grandmother and pulled her hair when she refused to give him money, breaching a personal protection order (PPO) that restrained him from using violence against her.

2 mins

US inflation data, Wall Street rally lift Singapore shares

STI rises 0.8 per cent or 28.55 points to 3,801.13 | Gains led by Seatrium, while local banks see solid advances | Most key regional indexes up; Malaysian stocks the outliers

1 min

Temasek said to be interested in Blackstone's $4b sale of song rights

Blackstone has hired financial advisers to explore the sale of song rights, including music from Bob Dylan, Adele and Ariana Grande, that it expects to fetch US$3 billion (S$4.1 billion) or more, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Temasek said to be interested in Blackstone's $4b sale of song rights

1 min

Temasek Said to Be Interested in Blackstone's $4b Sale of Song Rights

Blackstone has hired financial advisers to explore the sale of song rights, including music from Bob Dylan, Adele, and Ariana Grande, that it expects to fetch US$3 billion (S$4.1 billion) or more, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Temasek Said to Be Interested in Blackstone's $4b Sale of Song Rights

2 mins

HK Weighs Hiking Taxes on Top Earners Again

Officials Considering Raising the 16% Tax Rate to Plug Shortfalls in the City's Budget

2 mins

Hindenburg founder to close short seller behind Adani, Nikola sell-offs

Hindenburg Research's founder said he would disband the firm whose reports sparked heavy selling by investors and investigations by the authorities, wiping billions from the market values of companies including India's Adani Group and US-based Nikola.

2 mins

TSMC Drives Record Investment Into US, Japan as China Figure Stagnates

Taiwanese companies invested a record amount of money in the US and Japan in 2024 while the figure for China stagnated, highlighting supply chain shifts resulting from tech rivalries and worsening cross-strait ties.

2 mins

UK activist investor takes protest against Great Eastern takeover to MAS, SGX

Any privatisation deal must be fair and reasonable, said the Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or Sias, after British activist investor Palliser Capital protested against insurer Great Eastern's proposed takeover by OCBC Bank.

UK activist investor takes protest against Great Eastern takeover to MAS, SGX

2 mins

SBF-PwC Budget wish list: Helping SMEs with M&A, simpler listing rules

Recommendations are among 17 spread across four key areas

2 mins

PSA Handles Record Number of Containers Globally Despite Geopolitical Tensions

PSA International (PSA) handled a record number of containers worldwide in 2024 despite escalating geopolitical tensions and greater maritime uncertainty.

PSA Handles Record Number of Containers Globally Despite Geopolitical Tensions

2 mins

SIA, Scoot report record passenger numbers for December

National carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its low-cost arm Scoot carried a total of 3.6 million passengers in December 2024, a monthly record for the SIA group.

1 min

Job searching, hiring here got tougher in 2024: LinkedIn

Figures show how fast skill needs are changing in Singapore, platform says

Job searching, hiring here got tougher in 2024: LinkedIn

3 mins

UOB inks MOU with chambers of commerce to boost JS-SEZ collaboration

UOB has signed an agreement to boost collaboration and investment opportunities in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

2 mins

Singapore chip gear maker GVT says AI boom far from over

Semiconductor equipment maker Grand Venture Technology (GVT) is trying to turn the world's hunger for advanced memory chips into a chance to become a major supplier, as giants from Micron Technology to Infineon Technologies build new factories in Asia.

2 mins

Singapore Aero Engine Services to boost maintenance capacity

Facility expansion will make it the world's largest maintenance site for latest engines

Singapore Aero Engine Services to boost maintenance capacity

4 mins

1999's First Baby

Boy makes surprise early entrance

1 min

Asia must stand firm as Big Tech's 'Broligarchs' cosy up to Trump

As Zuckerberg and co seek relaxed US rules, Asia must steadfastly regulate Big Tech for the public interest.

Asia must stand firm as Big Tech's 'Broligarchs' cosy up to Trump

1 min

Do Govts Have The Resolve To Resist Capitulation?

FROM B1 over what he terms the \"Distributed Idea Suppression Complex\" - a nebulous coalition of legacy media outlets, bureaucracies, universities and NGOs that, he said, \"traditionally delimited public conversations\".

5 mins

Why Meta's Fact-Checking Retreat Can Hit Some Communities Harder

Countries where language diversity and political fault lines can fuel polarization are at great risk if the policy is scrapped globally.

Why Meta's Fact-Checking Retreat Can Hit Some Communities Harder

4 mins

Trump 2.0: Getting US-China ties right despite the odds

The outlook is grim but not entirely hopeless.

4 mins

Gaza ceasefire deal is a win for Trump

The US President-elect gave Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu and his Cabinet a binary choice to sign on or alienate his administration. It worked.

Gaza ceasefire deal is a win for Trump

4 mins

Is Obesity a Disease?

For years there has been a push to recognise obesity as a disease in its own right, and therefore something that needs to be treated in and of itself, rather than just as a risk factor for other things, such as diabetes, heart disease, strokes, and some cancers. And there is indeed much evidence that being obese can result in exceptionally poor health.

Is Obesity a Disease?

3 mins

TikTok Refugees' Flee to Chinese App RedNote in New Phase of Digital Cold War

But there are many questions on whether any other alternative platform will be a viable, long-term refuge for US TikTok users.

TikTok Refugees' Flee to Chinese App RedNote in New Phase of Digital Cold War

4 mins

60 years of ties : S'pore one of our closest partners: New Zealand

This year, New Zealand and Singapore are celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations.

1 min

MRT stations • Signs to nearby landmarks to be improved

We thank Mr Rahul Gupta for his feedback (Improve signage for tourist attractions, Jan 7).

1 min

Workplace law : Including sexual orientation would have wide-ranging implications

I refer to the letter \"LGBTQ+ workers left behind again in new legislation\" (Jan 15).

1 min

Security : Study potential risks linked to undersea power cables

In 2024, Singapore approved a proposal to import solar power from Darwin, Australia, via 4,300km of undersea cables (Singapore gives conditional nod to import solar power from Australia via 4,300km of subsea cables, Oct 22, 2024).

1 min

Scalping : Just wait for prices to drop for promotional items

I am sorry Forum writer Samantha Lim could not buy a promotional product she wanted at a lower price and the secondary market then overpriced it (Time for stronger regulations to prevent price gouging on promotional items, Jan 16).

1 min

Reduce speed limits around road construction sites to protect workers

Letter of the day

Reduce speed limits around road construction sites to protect workers

1 min

Maynard Still Living in the Fast Lane with Duma

KL-based Aussie trainer has slowed down, but still aims high with mix of old and new

Maynard Still Living in the Fast Lane with Duma

3 mins

Romantic Style On Verdi Trail

Godolphin aiming for 12th win in Group 2 mile race with gun filly

Romantic Style On Verdi Trail

3 mins

Direct Hit may prove too nippy for her male rivals

Jan 17 South Africa (Fairview) form analysis

3 mins

O'Neal Vows to Help Wildfire Relief Efforts

Lakers great Shaquille O'Neal said that he feels deeply for those displaced by the massive wildfires that have turned entire neighborhoods in Los Angeles to ashes, and added that he was working behind the scenes to help relief efforts.

O'Neal Vows to Help Wildfire Relief Efforts

1 min

Trust makes difference for firing Pistons, says coach

The Detroit Pistons have become the National Basketball Association's (NBA) best feel-good story of the season.

Trust makes difference for firing Pistons, says coach

2 mins

Prideful Raptors Bite Back

They upset Boston 110-97 to avenge December's mauling by the champions

Prideful Raptors Bite Back

3 mins

More Watch Woods' TGL Debut Than NBA

Over a million tune in to witness legend's return to competitive golf since July's Open

More Watch Woods' TGL Debut Than NBA

2 mins

Media darling Maher urges 'stoic sport' to shift mindset

Social media sensation Ilona Maher has said that rugby union needs to undergo a culture shift if the sport is to attract new fans.

Media darling Maher urges 'stoic sport' to shift mindset

2 mins

O'Neil Takes Over as LIV Golf CEO

Australian Greg Norman has been replaced as chief executive officer of LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed league confirmed on Jan. 15.

1 min

Coaching pod looks fruitful to Djokovic

Novak Djokovic wandering across the court to have a chat with coach Andy Murray mid-match has been one of the more novel sights of the 2025 Australian Open, but he is keen what was said remains between them.

2 mins

Tien Gives Lesson In Grit

American qualifier stuns Medvedev in a late-night epic to progress into third round

Tien Gives Lesson In Grit

3 mins

Swiatek wary of 'great' Major champion Raducanu

Rankings are meaningless when you play Grand Slam champions such as Emma Raducanu, Iga Swiatek said after setting up a Jan 18 third-round clash with the 61st-ranked Briton at the Australian Open.

Swiatek wary of 'great' Major champion Raducanu

3 mins

Howe hails Magpies for different winning ways

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe admitted his side were not at their best, but could not be too critical after a 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a ninth victory in succession in all competitions.

Howe hails Magpies for different winning ways

2 mins

Gunners Relish Title Test: Arteta

He praises attitude in Spurs win, with Rice saying it was 'unlucky we didn't score 10'

Gunners Relish Title Test: Arteta

3 mins

Moyes needs Everton to create, score more

The English Premier League table told the story before he arrived but after his first match back in charge of Everton on Jan 15, David Moyes was even more clear that the team's underlying problem is a failure to score, or even really look like scoring.

2 mins

CAPACITY FOR GROWTH

Toa Payoh Stadium can expand beyond 10,000 seats if needed, says SportSG chief

CAPACITY FOR GROWTH

3 mins

Nothing fazes Jaguars' new goalie who aims to lift club

Tanjong Pagar United's new custodian Matt Silva has experienced a fair share of unusual challenges throughout his career.

Nothing fazes Jaguars' new goalie who aims to lift club

3 mins

Home in Transition

Entrepreneur Sherry Ang blends simplicity with chaos in her transitional home, while her dream abode is being built

Home in Transition

5 mins

FRENCH BIOTECH SKINCARE BRAND ORVEDA ARRIVES

Award-winning French biotech skincare brand Orveda has made its debut in Singapore by taking over the Gem Suite at Raffles Hotel Singapore for a pop-up.

FRENCH BIOTECH SKINCARE BRAND ORVEDA ARRIVES

1 min

PRADA FLAGSHIP AT ION ORCHARD REOPENS WITH CAFE

Italian luxury house Prada has reopened its flagship store at Ion Orchard after four months of renovation.

PRADA FLAGSHIP AT ION ORCHARD REOPENS WITH CAFE

1 min

WICKED X LUSH COLLECTION DROPS

Just when you thought the Wicked excitement had simmered down, another magical collaboration has arrived.

WICKED X LUSH COLLECTION DROPS

1 min

NEW PEPTIDE PRODUCTS FROM PAULA'S CHOICE

American skincare brand Paula's Choice has unveiled two new products: the Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer and Pro-Collagen Peptide Gloss Balm.

NEW PEPTIDE PRODUCTS FROM PAULA'S CHOICE

1 min

Brad Pitt isn't messaging you, rep warns after fan lost life savings in scam

A representative for American actor Brad Pitt has warned fans to be wary of impersonation scams after a French woman lost her life savings to fraudsters posing as the Hollywood star.

1 min

Drake sues label UMG for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's track Not Like Us

Canadian rapper Drake sued his long-time label on Jan. 15, accusing Universal Music Group (UMG) of defamation for promoting American rapper Kendrick Lamar's hit song \"Not Like Us\" (2024), and saying the song's false accusation that he is a pedophile has put him and his family in danger.

Drake sues label UMG for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's track Not Like Us

1 min

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan stabbed at Mumbai home

India's Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan, 54, was in surgery on Jan 16 for six stab injuries received in a scuffle with an intruder at his home in the financial capital of Mumbai, media said.

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan stabbed at Mumbai home

1 min

K-pop rapper T.O.P 'too ashamed' to return to BigBang

South Korean rapper-turned-actor Choi Seung-hyun, better known as T.O.P from popular K-pop boy band BigBang, marked his return to the screen since the 2017 film Out Of Control in the second season of hit Netflix series Squid Game (2021 to present).

K-pop rapper T.O.P 'too ashamed' to return to BigBang

3 mins

Next stop: Durian vending machine at Tampines MRT station

Durian lovers in the east will soon have a more convenient way of obtaining their favourite fruit.

Next stop: Durian vending machine at Tampines MRT station

1 min

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