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MOH revokes MaNaDr Clinic's licence, finds 'culture of disregard' for standards

The Ministry of Health (MOH) revoked the licence of MaNaDr Clinic on Dec 20.

Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order against fellow rapper Tory Lanez

American rapper and pop star Megan Thee Stallion (far right) has asked a court in Los Angeles to issue a restraining order against Canadian rapper Tory Lanez (right), who is in prison serving a 10-year sentence for shooting her in 2020.

South Korean conservatives attempt to report K-pop star IU to the CIA

South Korean netizens with politically conservative inclinations are encouraging one another to file online reports to the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) against K-pop star IU (right) and other celebrities who publicly supported protests calling for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment.

Malaysian influencer Ady Hu detained by Taiwanese police for alleged fraud

Malaysian influencer Hu Chang Mun, 31, known as Ady Hu, who was reported missing, has been located in Taiwan and detained over allegations of involvement in a fraud operation.

Amy Yip invests in durian-themed hotel, with Jack Neo as creative director

Former screen siren Amy Yip may have retired from the entertainment industry for some 30 years, but the Hong Kong star is making inroads into the hospitality scene.

Getting hands-on to create their dream home

From laying tiles to custom-designing furniture, Ruby Chong and Kenny Ren immersed themselves in every renovation detail

Actress-singer Selena Gomez's engagement ring has people talking

Some brides-to-be openly discuss their dream engagement rings, creating mood boards, getting fittings and going shopping before the proposal.

Charm Offensive On Your Handbag

Bag charms have begun to rival holiday ornaments in their variety and as a form of self-expression

'Pop girlies' of 2024 style

Taylor Swift, Charli XCX and more made waves not just with their music, but also their distinct aesthetics

Malaysia put aside off-pitch issues, eye semis

For a couple of years, Malaysian football looked set for a renaissance.

LIONS 'HUNGRY' FOR A WIN, NOT JUST A DRAW

Shakir says team have learnt from 2022 C'ship loss to M'sia, when they played for a point

Jesus 'back at his best' after treble seals semi spot

Mikel Arteta claimed that Gabriel Jesus was \"back at his best\" after the Brazilian striker fired Arsenal into the League Cup semi-finals with a hat-trick in the 3-2 win over Crystal Palace on Dec 18.

SLOT HAILS SQUAD PLAYERS

Under-strength Reds through to League Cup semis after 2-1 victory over Saints

Rashford should have spoken to me: Amorim

Ruben Amorim has told Marcus Rashford he should \"speak with the manager\" rather than air his grievances publicly, after the Manchester United forward hinted that he could leave Old Trafford.

Everton sale puts half of EPL sides under US control

Everton's takeover by the Texas-based Friedkin Group has been completed with Farhad Moshiri's Blue Heaven Holdings selling its majority stake, the English Premier League club said on Dec 19.

REAL UPBEAT FOR 2025 AFTER CUP WIN

Ancelotti praises players' attitude, quality as he becomes club's most successful boss

TGL will help golf's growth, says Clark

Wyndham Clark is no stranger to the big stage but on Dec 18, the 2023 US Open champion stepped onto one unlike any other, as he helped introduce the venue that will host the tech-infused indoor team golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy.

Lawson 'can't wait to get going' at Red Bull

New Zealander Liam Lawson will race for Red Bull alongside four-time world champion Max Verstappen next season after the decision to drop Sergio Perez, the Formula One team confirmed on Dec 19.

COMPETITION SET TO STRENGTHEN FERRARI

Vasseur says Hamilton and Leclerc will push each other and lift team to greater heights

AI protection for 25 athletes' social media

World Athletics has offered 25 athletes year-round AI protection on their social media platforms after they were targeted by cyber bullies during major recent events, it said on Dec 18.

Lakers need to manage James' game time

Having been dethroned as NBA Cup champions, the Los Angeles Lakers set their sights on a bigger banner when they return from a short break to visit the Sacramento Kings on Dec 19 (Dec 20, Singapore time).

INCOMING CEO FEELS SPECIAL CONNECTION

Watching Vandas at Nations Cup in Sept convinced Ho to take job at Netball S'pore

World Soprano looks all set to conquer the second race

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FERRARIS HITS THE CENTURY MARK

A double makes him one of the youngest jockeys to reach 100 wins in Hong Kong

DUNDERDALE'S FIGHTERS LOOK READY TO RUMBLE

So We Fight and Good Fight add the finishing touches to their preps for Dec 22

Let's maintain clean and beautiful image

I was surprised recently to come across buildings which had brownish streaks and patches running down their facades.

Football ● New-look Lions deserve our full support despite loss to Thailand

The new-look Lions did well against Thailand in their Asean Championship match on Dec 17, despite the 2-4 loss (Lions blow two-goal lead in loss to Thailand, Dec 18).

Construction ● Minimise noise pollution for better HDB living

Despite numerous complaints and regulatory efforts, excessive noise pollution from construction activities in densely populated HDB estates remains a significant and unresolved issue.

Letter of the day Did larger cohort of Dragon Year change cut-off points for posting to Secondary 1?

When the Secondary 1 posting results were released on Dec 18, parents noticed that the cut-off points (COPs) for almost every secondary school had dropped by one or two points.

IVF can be an ordeal. Finally, science has a better way

An advance in 'maturing' eggs outside the body could make IVF less burdensome for women.