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Study finds potentially toxic by-product from water disinfectant

WASHINGTON - A group of chemical compounds used to disinfect water for one-third of the US population and millions of others globally produces a potentially toxic by-product, according to research published on Nov 21, sparking calls for an immediate investigation into possible health impacts.

How Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme unfolded

US authorities say he bribed officials in India to secure deals for solar power

Malaysian minister urges strong climate finance commitment

He also pushes for more focus on adaptation instead of mitigation at COP29

Iran to expand nuke centrifuges after spat with UN watchdog

TEHRAN - Iran said it will increase the number of centrifuges in its nuclear programme in response to a censure by the UN's nuclear watchdog, ratcheting up tensions with the West just days after it signaled a willingness to ease them.

Taiwan's President Lai to visit Tuvalu, Palau and Marshall Islands

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit Taipei's three remaining diplomatic allies in the Pacific on a trip starting at the end of the month, his office said on Nov 22, but the government declined to give details on US transit stops.

Second Aussie tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Death toll hits six; victims apparently drank tainted alcohol in backpacker hostel

N. Korea, Russia expand trade, scientific and economic cooperation

PYONGYANG - North Korea and Russia concluded a ministerial meeting in Pyongyang on Nov 20 aimed at expanding cooperation in the trade, economic, scientific and technological sectors, at a critical moment when global attention is focused on what Pyongyang might gain in return for dispatching troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine.

US slaps sanctions on Russian banks over Ukraine war

WASHINGTON - The US unveiled sanctions on dozens of Russian banks on Nov 21 - including the largest remaining one yet to face such action - over the war in Ukraine.

Putin says Ukraine war has gone 'global', hints at strikes on the West

His address to nation follows test-firing of a new intermediate-range missile at Ukraine

All Johor employees to get two-hour break on Fridays

Starting in 2025, both the public and private sectors in Johor will be required to allocate a two-hour break for their employees on Fridays, said Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

S'porean in S. Korea in vegetative state after gastroscopy

Couple had planned to move to S'pore in June before fateful medical procedure

Nominee for education secretary named in WWE sexual abuse suit

NEW YORK - Ms Linda McMahon, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for education secretary, has been accused in a recent lawsuit of failing to stop a ringside announcer for WWE from grooming and sexually abusing children in the 1980s and 1990s.

Trump picks Pam Bondi for A-G after Matt Gaetz withdraws

Former Florida attorney-general tapped to head Justice Department

How measures can help victims of online harms

Victims of certain online harms will have access to a range of measures to seek more timely redress under a new, as yet unnamed agency dedicated to enhancing online safety, the Ministry of Law (MinLaw) and Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) announced on Nov 22.

MOM's new migrant worker dorm a big step forward, but long road ahead

It's now on sector to follow MOM's lead, listen to workers, go beyond new standards

S'porean woman being investigated for suspected terrorism-related activities

A Singaporean woman is being investigated for alleged involvement in suspected terrorism-related activities.

Explainer What's next for Israeli and Hamas leaders?

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Nov 21 issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli defence chief Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

World leaders split over decision on Netanyahu

PARIS - Israel and its allies have denounced the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to issue an arrest warrant on Nov 21 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while Turkey and rights groups welcomed the move.

Israel's quest for legitimacy, support at new low with ICC arrest warrants

But the ICC's decision also represents a huge political gamble for the global court

S'pore cuts 2024 key exports forecast on weaker-than-expected recovery

Singapore has cut its 2024 full-year forecast for key exports on a worse-than-expected recovery in the second half of 2024.

PAP to renew leadership at party conference

SM Lee expected to step down as party chief, paving way for PM Wong to take over

Sector doing well despite challenges

Singapore's hospitality sector has held up well so far, despite challenges such as rising costs for limited land space and a strong Singapore dollar.

S'pore raises 2024 growth forecast, but sees economy slowing in 2025

Singapore's economy blew past estimates for third-quarter growth, leading the Government to raise its forecast for the full year of 2024.

More ways proposed for victims of online harms to seek redress

Suggestions include being able to submit complaints to new agency for timely help

Star producer of NewJeans quits after legal spat with BTS agency

The South Korean super-producer behind the chart-topping girl group NewJeans resigned from her label on Nov 20, following a protracted legal battle with Hybe that has rocked the country's K-pop industry.

One Direction stars attend Liam Payne's funeral in UK

Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died in October after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, gathered for his funeral in Britain on Nov 20.

Composer A.R. Rahman and wife separate after 29 years of marriage

Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman and his wife, Saira, have announced their decision to part ways after nearly 30 years of marriage.

Audemars Piguet joins hands with Kaws for groovy new drop

Audemars Piguet has teamed up with contemporary American artist Brian Donnelly - better known by his pseudonym Kaws - to create the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Companion, a 43mm titanium horological knockout which groovily fuses high watchmaking and pop art.

LOCAL DESIGNERS GET WICKED

Singapore fashion designers have created clothes and accessories in a Wicked collaboration between Design Orchard and NBCUniversal

Captain America excited to flaunt new powers

No serum? No problem. New Captain America Anthony Mackie goes on a different flight path in upcoming movie