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Lunch With Sumiko When you lose, your ego I's deflated

Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen tells executive editor Sumiko Tan how it's hard for top players to be good friends with rivals chasing the same victories.

Warren Buffett's life advice may be more valuable than his portfolio

In his latest letter, the Oracle of Omaha shares his insight on how to leave behind a strong family and a lasting legacy.

To give and what to give? That is the question

Finding the right gift can be stressful, but there is a reason why this tradition endures.

Should We still let children believe in Santa Claus?

It can be nice to feel like part of a giant global movement, united in the act of lying to children.

Journalling app helps users express feelings through AI prompts

It is among 5 tech solutions to tackle issues like mental health emerging from hackathon

Fatal stabbing of S'porean in Brussels Detention of teen suspects extended

Two 18-year-old men suspected of fatally stabbing a 25-year-old Singaporean student in the city centre of Brussels on Nov 7 will remain in detention, according to the Belgian media.

Boils, blisters on baby's skin lead to diagnosis of genetic disorder

Leora Lim was born in 2021, bringing joy and hope to her parents. But three days after her birth, rashes appeared on her delicate skin, which quickly turned into boils and blisters.

Home Team agency ramps up hiring despite global 'techlash'

It aims to build a 500-person AI workforce, maintain flexi-work to woo and retain talent

Helping families find stability as the stepping stone out of poverty

ComLink+ scheme helps families progress towards stability, self-reliance, social mobility

S'PORE CALLING Old ST clipping on a baby's first cries brings Briton back after 65 years

In a heavy camphor chest in his late parents' home, an Englishman found a trail of effects leading back to 1950s Singapore - his birthplace.

139,000 forced to flee their homes as floods hit Malaysia; 4 killed

Almost 139,000 people have been forced out of their homes as massive floods

Cyclist's death in Paris lays bare divide over mayor's war against cars

Cycling groups want more protection, but some pedestrians say bikers are now a threat

Floods in southern Thailand kill nine, displace thousands

Flooding driven by heavy rain in southern Thailand has killed at least nine people and displaced more than 13,000, officials said on Nov 30, as rescue teams using boats and jet skis worked to reach stranded residents.

Hezbollah chief pledges to work with Lebanese army to implement truce

The head of Hezbollah, Naim Qassem, on Nov 29 pledged to coordinate closely with the Lebanese army to implement a cease-fire deal with Israel, which he said his group had agreed to \"with heads held high\", and vowed to help build the country's defence capacities.

Pro-govt Russian planes carry out air strikes on parts of city for first time since 2016

A monitor of Syria's war said on Nov 30 that rebels controlled most of Aleppo city, reporting Russian air strikes on parts of Syria's second-largest city for the first time since 2016.

Hamas delegation attending ceasefire talks in Cairo: Official

Hamas representatives were set to go to Cairo on Nov 30 for talks on a possible ceasefire in Gaza, an official in the Palestinian militant group told AFP a day earlier.

US slaps tariffs on imports of S-E Asian solar panels

US trade officials announced on Nov. 29 a new round of tariffs on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian nations after American manufacturers complained that companies there are flooding the market with unfairly cheap goods.

China opens up more by allowing fully foreign-owned hospitals in 9 trial regions

China's recent move to allow the establishment of wholly owned foreign hospitals in nine regions is primarily aimed at providing diversified medical services for both foreigners living in the nation and Chinese people, the authorities said on Nov 29.

US okays jet, radar spare parts worth $515m for Taiwan

The US State Department has approved the potential sale of spare parts for F-16 jets and radars to Taiwan for an estimated US$385 million (S$515 million), the Pentagon said on Nov 29, a day before Taiwan President Lai Ching-te starts a sensitive Pacific trip.

Taiwan's President to rally tiny Pacific allies to counter China

Trip comes amid uncertainty over how second Trump term will affect relations

Co-ed plans spark protests in women's unis across S. Korea

Students lament lack of consultation, say it goes against schools' founding principles

Defence pick previously accused by mum of mistreating women

The mother of Mr. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, wrote him an e-mail in 2018 saying he had routinely mistreated women for years and displayed a lack of character.

Is DEI dying? Trump turns tide on America's racial reckoning

Diversity, equity, inclusion practices now seen as racially divisive by some in the US

What's next for Kamala Harris after election loss?

For months, US Vice-President Kamala Harris was laser-focused on one potentially career-defining, history-making goal - becoming the first woman entrusted with the keys to the White House.

Adani scandal raises question of trust in India's corporate sector

Global trade partners are watching how the country handles the reputational fallout

Child Aid celebrates its legacy - and the future - to mark 20th year

Alumni return to perform at charity concert with futuristic storyline incorporating elements of AI

What it should have been

Our Nov 30 article \"One-off property tax rebate for all owner-occupied homes in 2025\" said one- and two-room HDB flats will be exempt from property taxes in 2025.

TELECONSULTS PUT TO THE TEST

MOH studying potential lapses by providers; doctors, patients must see and hear each other

Ads for prescription-only medicine prohibited in all forms of media: MOH

Advertisements for prescription-only medications for weight loss and other treatments are not allowed in all forms of media, the health authorities told The Sunday Times.

HAIRCUTS...AND SOMETHING MORE?

The signboard screams \"Hair Studio\" in neon lights, and the dimly lit shop has a row of barber chairs and large mirrors.