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January 25, 2025

Hume station on Downtown Line to open earlier, on Feb 28

Hume MRT station in Bukit Timah, which is on the Downtown Line (DTL), will open for passenger service ahead of schedule on Feb 28, Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat said on Jan 24.

3 mins

MAS eases monetary policy for first time since 2020

Move to favour more gradual appreciation of Sing$ as core inflation expected to be lower

4 mins

Private home prices jump 2.3% in Q4 2024 after surge of new home sales in November

Private residential property prices rose 2.3 per cent in the last three months of 2024, reversing a 0.7 per cent drop from the previous quarter after a last-minute surge in new home sales in November following cuts in local mortgage interest rates.

3 mins

Resale flat prices up 9.7% in 2024; rise set to continue in 2025

HDB says prices were driven by strong broad-based demand, tight market supply

3 mins

19 1/2 years' jail for man who raped domestic helper

A 68-year-old man who raped a domestic worker in 2020 while his family was overseas was sentenced to 191/2 years' jail on Jan 24.

3 mins

New endowment fund for 60-year-old educational charity

The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday Memorial Scholarship Fund (LBKM), which has provided financial support to students of all races and religions since 1965, will launch a new endowment fund targeted at large donors and corporate sponsors to ensure the sustainability of its mission.

New endowment fund for 60-year-old educational charity

2 mins

Alfa Romeo and Jeep dealership in Singapore to close by June

Brands have seen modest popularity, face stiff competition from German rivals

Alfa Romeo and Jeep dealership in Singapore to close by June

2 mins

Global growth driven by strong US economy expected in 2025

The world is expected to achieve positive growth in 2025 despite continued trade and geopolitical tensions and relatively higher interest rates than in previous years, the leaders of some economies and financial institutions said.

Global growth driven by strong US economy expected in 2025

3 mins

Invest in the US or pay tariffs, says Trump in Davos address

He offers lowest taxes of any nation’ if businesses bring manufacturing to America

Invest in the US or pay tariffs, says Trump in Davos address

5 mins

China delivers quick justice in recent high-profile violent cases

Man who killed Japanese boy four months ago latest to get death penalty

China delivers quick justice in recent high-profile violent cases

3 mins

South Korea court rejects request to extend Yoon's detention

A South Korean court on Jan 24 rejected the request by the prosecutors' office to extend the detention of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over a criminal investigation into his short-lived martial law declaration on Dec 3, the Yonhap news agency reported.

South Korea court rejects request to extend Yoon's detention

1 min

Cash incentives to encourage births bear fruit in Tianmen

But modest bump in births unlikely to reverse China’s population decline: Analysts

Cash incentives to encourage births bear fruit in Tianmen

5 mins

Ishiba sticks to safe ground in aspirational but stale policy speech

Premier presents grandiose vision of an 'enjoyable Japan', but with few details

4 mins

Bowing to pressure, PM Anwar says anti-graft rally can go ahead

Govt is panned for trying to block KL event by saying that special permits are required

3 mins

Artist to sue AirAsia over unauthorised use of his iconic Penang mural

Artist Ernest Zacharevic will be taking legal action against AirAsia over the airline's unauthorised use of his artwork.

Artist to sue AirAsia over unauthorised use of his iconic Penang mural

1 min

Russia says it repelled Ukrainian drone attack on 13 regions, including Moscow

Russian air defences repelled a massive Ukrainian drone attack overnight, intercepting and destroying 121 drones targeting 13 regions, including Moscow, Russia's Defence Ministry said on Jan 24, making no mention of casualties or damage.

2 mins

Gaza ceasefire traps Netanyahu between Trump and far-right allies

Coalition partners insist on continuing war, while US wants to build on the momentum

Gaza ceasefire traps Netanyahu between Trump and far-right allies

3 mins

US judge blocks Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship

A federal judge in Seattle on Jan 23 blocked President Donald Trump's administration from implementing an executive order curtailing the right to automatic birthright citizenship in the United States, calling it \"blatantly unconstitutional\".

US judge blocks Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship

3 mins

US to leave World Health Organisation on Jan 22 in 2026, says UN

The United States will leave the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Jan 22, 2026, the United Nations said on Jan 23, after being formally notified of the decision by US President Donald Trump, who has accused the agency of mishandling the pandemic and other international health crises.

1 min

Trump accelerates campaign to remake federal bureaucracy

US agencies scrap diversity programmes, rescind job offers and sideline officials

Trump accelerates campaign to remake federal bureaucracy

4 mins

Speak to fictional characters, reimagine classic tales at NLB's generative AI nodes

In the basement of United Square mall in Novena, the fictional character Sun Wukong from the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey To The West was asked what his nicknames were.

Speak to fictional characters, reimagine classic tales at NLB's generative AI nodes

2 mins

Lung disease patients may in future receive alerts on poor air quality

Respiratory disease patients could in the future receive text messages alerting them to periods of poor air quality, such as during a haze or other extreme weather conditions that could trigger allergic reactions or respiratory attacks.

Lung disease patients may in future receive alerts on poor air quality

3 mins

Updated Novavax Covid-19 vaccine available for those eligible till April 30

People who are eligible for the Novavax Covid-19 vaccine can go to selected clinics from now till April 30 for an updated version of the jab.

1 min

Sembawang Park Beach unsafe for swimming: NEA

Sunseekers can happily frolic in the waters at six beaches in Singapore that have been given a \"good\" grading. But the waters off another one - Sembawang Park Beach - are not safe for swimming.

Sembawang Park Beach unsafe for swimming: NEA

1 min

Buying CNY goods online? Beware of phishing and malware scams

Singaporeans looking to buy festive goods online are urged to guard against phishing and malware scams, as Chinese New Year draws near.

1 min

East Asia Forum website blocked again after non-compliance with Pofma order

Online academic platform East Asia Forum has been blocked in Singapore after it did not comply with a correction direction issued by the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (Pofma) Office on Jan 22.

3 mins

Simulated power outages from 'phishing attack' during exercise in Feb

800 organisations, schools and more to participate in Total Defence drill

Simulated power outages from 'phishing attack' during exercise in Feb

2 mins

Man wanted in Indonesia graft case held; suspect says he has diplomatic passport

A businessman wanted by the authorities in Indonesia over his alleged involvement in a corruption case there has been arrested by Singapore's Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB).

Man wanted in Indonesia graft case held; suspect says he has diplomatic passport

2 mins

Customs officers recognised for tech innovations, excellence

Over 200 officers receive Customs awards for their excellent work in 15 categories

Customs officers recognised for tech innovations, excellence

3 mins

20 accessible carparks in industrial areas to have 46 mostly fast EV charging points by 2026

Twenty publicly accessible carparks in industrial areas will be equipped with at least 46 new electric vehicle (EV) charging points - most of which are fast chargers - by 2026, said EV-Electric Charging (EVe) on Jan 24.

20 accessible carparks in industrial areas to have 46 mostly fast EV charging points by 2026

1 min

STI down 0.1% despite record session on Wall Street overnight

Investors focus on MAS policy, Trump's call for lower rates | Singtel tops local index while Sats is biggest decline | Regional indexes end mixed with Tokyo, KL in the red

1 min

Chinese tourists opt for short trips over CNY as they tighten budgets

China's straitened economic circumstances are being reflected in Chinese New Year travel plans, with many choosing cheaper domestic trips or nearby destinations in Asia.

Chinese tourists opt for short trips over CNY as they tighten budgets

2 mins

Boeing warns of $5.4b loss in Q4, nearly triple market expectations

Boeing warned on Jan 23 that it was expecting a fourth-quarter 2023 loss of about US$4 billion (S$5.4 billion) to close a year marred by a production quality crisis, stricter regulatory scrutiny, supply chain delays and a crippling strike by US West Coast factory workers.

Boeing warns of $5.4b loss in Q4, nearly triple market expectations

2 mins

Binance co-founder turning VC arm into giant family office

Mr Zhao \"CZ\" Chang-peng, a few months out of prison and now worth US$70 billion (S$94 billion) thanks to the relentless Trump-fuelled crypto rally, is turning the former venture capital arm of his Binance Holdings into a family office.

Binance co-founder turning VC arm into giant family office

2 mins

Adidas, Puma weighing job cuts in bid to cut costs and boost profits

German sportswear giants Adidas and Puma have both said they are seeking to reduce costs, including through possible job cuts, as they aim to bolster profits.

1 min

Retailers' body calls for relaxed foreign worker quotas, levies

An increase in the dependency ratio ceiling (DRC) and reduced foreign worker levies are among the measures that Budget 2025 could adopt to help Singapore retailers manage rising costs and a tight labour market, the Singapore Retailers Association (SRA) said.

2 mins

Self-storage firms in 20 areas can operate until leases expire

Self-storage companies located in 20 areas around the island can stay put until their leases expire, following a review by industrial landlord JTC.

Self-storage firms in 20 areas can operate until leases expire

2 mins

Keppel secures licence for S'pore-US subsea cable network

A new Singapore-US subsea cable network could attract more cloud operators and technology companies to set up operations in the Republic, although challenges such as limited land space can be expected, analysts said.

2 mins

Singapore factory output rises 10.6% in December

Analysts see continued growth in the short term amid demand for electronics exports

Singapore factory output rises 10.6% in December

3 mins

Death is inevitable, but can we control the fear of it?

For some, the fear of death can be paralysing. For others, the idea of death can be an awakening experience.

Death is inevitable, but can we control the fear of it?

6 mins

AI videos from China are coming for the world

The future internet could be flooded with content that strictly follows Beijing's rules.

3 mins

Donald Trump is telling the world that only one country leads it

No arguments and no alternatives. All other nations must fall in line.

Donald Trump is telling the world that only one country leads it

4 mins

'She was trying to hide it'

Online harms lead to some parents wanting social media ban

'She was trying to hide it'

5 mins

Reining in app stores to protect the young

Singapore is set to roll out a code requiring app stores to check the age of users before they can download apps meant for adults.

Reining in app stores to protect the young

8 mins

Surviving 3 days in one of China's most polluted cities

There to see the world's tallest air purifier, the writer regrets not wearing a mask, as her lungs felt as though they were burning.

Surviving 3 days in one of China's most polluted cities

6 mins

TEEN MAY WELL RULE CAPE MET

Old guard may have to pass baton to 3YO star Eight On Eighteen in South Africa G1

TEEN MAY WELL RULE CAPE MET

2 mins

Wembanyama puts on a 'top-five' show for Paris crowd

Victor Wembanyama said he played one of the best five games of his young career after delighting his home crowd in Paris on Jan 23 by scoring 30 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 140-110 rout of the Indiana Pacers.

Wembanyama puts on a 'top-five' show for Paris crowd

2 mins

Aberg hangs on to lead at Farmers in darkness

Ludvig Aberg of Sweden finished off a three-over 75 after sunset on Jan 23 in San Diego but still shares the lead at the Farmers Insurance Open with Lanto Griffin.

2 mins

VELOSO'S 'SWEET' COMEBACK SUCCESS

First golds since 2022 make up for missing Olympics; Irwan also wins at regional event

VELOSO'S 'SWEET' COMEBACK SUCCESS

3 mins

Stiffer penalties for race drivers who swear

Formula One drivers face the possibility of fines or points deductions after the International Automobile Federation (FIA) introduced new guidelines to punish swearing or other sporting violations.

2 mins

EAGLE AIMS FOR SPL MARK

At the start of the Singapore Premier League (SPL) season, Geylang International forward Tomoyuki Doi outlined his lofty ambition to The Straits Times, declaring his intention to cement his name as the best striker in the league's history.

EAGLE AIMS FOR SPL MARK

3 mins

Fernandes eyes Europa League after United win

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said the club's fans should not lower their expectations, despite the Red Devils struggles this season, particularly at Old Trafford.

Fernandes eyes Europa League after United win

2 mins

Maresca backs under-fire rival Pep

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has rallied around Pep Guardiola and said the struggling Manchester City boss needs support after a run of two wins in seven European games left City's Champions League knockout-phase hopes under threat.

Maresca backs under-fire rival Pep

2 mins

NO 'STUPID BALLS' ALLOWED

Liverpool manager Arne Slot joked on Jan 24 that his father sometimes complains that his football is not \"exciting\" enough.

NO 'STUPID BALLS' ALLOWED

3 mins

Arteta consults his own players on January signings

Arsenal need to strengthen their front line with Brazilian Gabriel Jesus and England international Bukayo Saka both sidelined, manager Mikel Arteta said on Jan 24, ahead of an English Premier League meeting with Wolverhampton Wanderers.

2 mins

Shenzhen to host Billie Jean King Cup

The Billie Jean King Cup Finals will be hosted in Shenzhen, China from 2025 until 2027, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) said on Jan 23.

1 min

The complete player against the one-time teen prodigy

Aryna Sabalenka, who can write her name into the tennis record books with a third consecutive Australian Open title on Jan 25, has become the complete player.

The complete player against the one-time teen prodigy

1 min

CRAMPING SINNER ACHES FOR THE TITLE

Italian pushes past pain to set up Zverev final for chance to win third Major trophy

CRAMPING SINNER ACHES FOR THE TITLE

3 mins

LESSONS IN LOSS FOR TEH

Beaten by Thai ace, S'porean admits he has to work on his speed, consistency

LESSONS IN LOSS FOR TEH

2 mins

One last fight confronts an injured Djokovic on the chase: Him v Time

Record books often tell innocent lies. The one concerning Jan 24 at the Australian Open will state that the No. 2 seed Alexander Zverev defeated the No. 7 seed Novak Djokovic in their semi-final but it is an incomplete truth. The true victor on this surprising sunshine afternoon was time.

One last fight confronts an injured Djokovic on the chase: Him v Time

3 mins

SCENTS OF PLACE

From Changi Airport to MRT stations to a church, more public spaces are using fragrance to improve the visitor experience

SCENTS OF PLACE

4 mins

Taking a shot to save the planet

Passion for nature and social responsibility bring top photographers together for conservation initiative

Taking a shot to save the planet

1 min

HUTONG HOTEL

Guests at Mandarin Oriental Qianmen can experience life in a 600-year-old Beijing enclave - with some modern updates

HUTONG HOTEL

5 mins

Life in black and white

The black-and-white colonial style has always held a certain appeal for film producer and life coach Daniel Yun.

Life in black and white

2 mins

Skyworth K is a Chinese EV worth trying

Car enthusiasts who deride electric vehicles (EVs) as soul-less white goods will be happy or angry to know that the K is an electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) made by Skyworth, the Chinese company better known for house-hold appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines and television sets.

Skyworth K is a Chinese EV worth trying

2 mins

Tucson N-Line takes on monsoon with all-wheel drive

Pulau Tekong, the Singapore island that is used for basic military training, saw more than 240mm of rain on Jan 10, more than what the Mojave Desert receives in an average year. Come hell or high water, the updated Hyundai Tucson is ready.

Tucson N-Line takes on monsoon with all-wheel drive

3 mins

Italian 125cc neo-classic dirt bike with bling

Few motorcycle producers would put money and development into motorcycles meant for daily commutes, especially when it is a humble 125cc machine.

Italian 125cc neo-classic dirt bike with bling

2 mins

Where to find pink sand, palm trees and actor Robert De Niro

It is odd enough to find yourself travelling by helicopter from one Caribbean island to another for lunch, even if your destination is Nobu Barbuda, an outpost of the famous restaurant plunked down on a semi-deserted beach.

Where to find pink sand, palm trees and actor Robert De Niro

3 mins

Don't Die Summit holds out hope for extending youth

The Don't Die Summit, a longevity conference hosted by anti-ageing guru Bryan Johnson, begins with a coffee- and juice-fuelled dance party at 10.30am.

Don't Die Summit holds out hope for extending youth

3 mins

Progressive politics front and centre in Oscar nominations

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences showered little-seen movies rooted in progressive politics with nominations for the 97th Oscars on Jan 23.

3 mins

Chen Xi graduates from master's programme in London

Former actor Chen Xi, son of local celebrity couple Edmund Chen and Xiang Yun, has graduated from a year-long master's degree programme in arts and cultural management from King's College London.

Chen Xi graduates from master's programme in London

1 min

Chris Brown sues Warner Bros over 'defamatory documentary'

Chris Brown (right) has filed a US$500 million (S$674 million) lawsuit against Hollywood entertainment studio Warner Bros and others for making a \"defamatory documentary\" about his alleged sexual assault and other accusations, according to a lawyers' statement posted to the music star's Instagram.

Chris Brown sues Warner Bros over 'defamatory documentary'

1 min

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