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Fifpro criticises Fifa's change of transfer rules

Fifa has adopted an interim framework concerning the regulations on the status and transfer of players, world football's governing body said on Dec 23, following a Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruling.

'ACCOMPLISHED' ADAM RETIRES WITH NO REGRETS

Footballer hangs up boots at 28 due to heart condition but is happy with career

Thohir dreams of taking Indonesia to the World Cup

Erick Thohir once owned Inter Milan and still has an interest in English club Oxford United, but the abiding football dream of the Indonesian businessman cum politician is to take his country back to the World Cup.

Arteta will 'try different things' to fill Saka void

Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka will be out for \"many weeks\" after suffering a hamstring injury during the 5-1 English Premier League win at Crystal Palace on Dec 21, manager Mikel Arteta said.

RASHFORD HAS AMORIM'S SUPPORT

United boss focuses on helping forward, says wantaway player may have been badly advised

Supermaxis could attack Sydney to Hobart race record if winds prevail

Forecast favourable winds could see the prestigious Sydney-Hobart race record challenged by the supermaxi yachts when the often-brutal bluewater classic sets sail on Dec 26.

Tennis players 'super afraid' of contamination

As Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek prepare for the new season after a year in which they fell foul of doping rules, positive drug tests due to contamination are a genuine fear for many of their fellow professionals.

MAXEY STEPS IN FOR EJECTED 'BRO' EMBIID

It's love, Sixers guard says after shining in chaotic Spurs win in Cameroonian's absence

NFL spurs global push with Xmas games on Netflix

A pair of Christmas Day games on Netflix will help the National Football League (NFL) build on its international footprint, league officials say, as the most popular professional league in the United States hopes to harness the streaming platform's global appeal.

GIVING A BOOST TO STROKE SURVIVORS

Pilot project equips fitness instructors with the skills to assist those with disabilities

HIGH TIME FOR ROMANTIC LAOS

Dec 26 Hong Kong (Happy Valley) form analysis

THE STAR WORKS LIKE HE IS READY

The Lawson Moy-trained last-start winner can make it three from four in KL on Dec 28

In memory ● Dealing with the loss of a loved one during festive periods

Ms Jill Lim's commentary \"Celebrating Christmas, despite losing someone dear\" (Dec 23) is a sobering yet inspiring message that would resonate strongly with many people, including myself.

CDC vouchers ● No resolution after ex-tenant claimed them

My elderly mother had the unfortunate experience of not being able to claim her CDC vouchers due to a lack of safeguards in the redemption process.

CDC vouchers ● Consider donating them to needy

I thank The Straits Times for the timely reminder to use our CDC vouchers before they expire (About a week left to use CDC vouchers disbursed in 2024 before they expire on Dec 31, Dec 23).

Letter of the day No donation? Volunteers happy to just share about the charity

Both the public and charity organisations have a part to play to ensure fund-raising drives achieve their objectives of getting donations and building awareness for the organisations (Ensure that all-cash donations find their way to charity, Dec 24).

The new tech treatments that could improve mental health

From video games to personal avatars, researchers are looking to develop a new generation of digital tools that do not involve taking a drug or therapy.

The business of nicknames

When they help brands and employees. And when they hurt.

Office or remote? Give workers a greater sense of purpose, wherever they are

A balanced approach that respects individual autonomy while sharing the same goals as the company is essential.

Why there is no such thing as normal in child development

Most of the research into how children develop comes from wealthier, Western countries.

The world's leading democracies are struggling to govern

Across the G-7, the political centre is fracturing and Donald Trump will make the problem worse.

Seller beware: That million-dollar dream for your HDB flat may cost you

When it comes to selling your flat, greed is not always good. An unrealistic price tag may leave you without a buyer.

Toys 'R' Us homes in on 'kidult' market as it revamps stores here

From blind boxes to Pokemon figurines, it's manoeuvring to woo the 18 to 44 age group

Singapore pulls ahead of Hong Kong in race to be digital asset hub

Singapore forged ahead with efforts to formulate a digital asset hub in 2024 while rival financial centre Hong Kong has struggled to gain traction.

2024 wrapped The biggest manpower stories of the year, and what's ahead for workers and bosses

New laws and protections for workers' welfare were introduced in 2024, covering issues such as workplace discrimination, flexible work arrangements and job hunting after being retrenched.

STI tracks Wall Street gains ahead of festive break

Sembcorp top component stock, closing 1.7% higher | SingPost up 3% a day after share price pummelling | ComfortDelGro down 0.7% after news of platform fee hike

2024 wrapped The biggest transport stories of the year, and what's next

From extreme flight turbulence resulting in the death of a traveller to a six-day MRT breakdown affecting millions of passengers, the transport sector in Singapore has had a rough 2024.

Man charged after fight between neighbours left one dead

A 71-year-old man who was involved in a fight with his neighbour, who later died, is said to have also injured another.

21-year-old charged over alleged knife attack at Marsiling block

A man accused of attacking another man with a Swiss Army knife at the void deck of Block 214 Marsiling Lane was handed an assault charge on Dec 24.

Bangladesh probes Singaporean tycoon for financial crimes

Billionaire's wife and two sons also being investigated; his lawyers call allegations a smear campaign