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27 Dec, 15:46

OpenAI outlines plans to becoming for-profit company

The ChatGPT-maker plans to restructure as a public benefit corporation to attract more investment.

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27 Dec, 15:39

Driver in China’s Zhuhai car ramming attack sentenced to death, Xinhua reports

His vehicle hit people who were exercising at a local sports centre, killing at least 35 people.

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27 Dec, 14:52

For S’pore stock market to develop, Catalist investors should be prepared to accept more risk

There is greater need to educate investors about the risk differences between Catalist and the Mainboard.

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27 Dec, 14:21

Woman who drove into Woodlands Checkpoint with almost 4 times legal limit of alcohol in her system gets jail

She wanted to drive to her home in Eunos, but made a wrong turn and ended up at Woodlands Checkpoint.

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27 Dec, 13:52

Hin Leong founder O.K. Lim, his children declared bankrupt

They were declared bankrupt on Dec 19, the electronic government gazette published on Dec 27 showed.

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27 Dec, 13:39

Driver in China's Zhuhai car ramming attack sentenced to death, Xinhua reports

BEIJING - The driver who rammed his car into a crowd in southern China's Zhuhai city, killing at least 35 people, has been sentenced to death, China's official Xinhua News Agency reported on Friday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3DA1vBC

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27 Dec, 13:39

Azerbaijan Airlines crash: At least one loud bang heard before plane went down, say passengers

After that, the plane had acted strangely as if it was drunk, said a crash survivor.

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27 Dec, 13:39

Vietnam jails more officials over Covid-19 flight bribes

One former official was found guilty of taking around US$300,000 in bribes and commission.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3DyPCff

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27 Dec, 12:52

Singapore Institute of Advanced Medicine exploring new business areas, optimistic for 2025

It hopes to work with research centres and take part in drug trials to create other revenue streams.

Read more: https://bit.ly/40c9rle

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27 Dec, 12:39

Public caning of man in Terengganu over syariah offence splits conservative Muslims, rights groups

The carpenter's punishment was witnessed by 70 pre-selected individuals, including government officers.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4gtiZyb

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27 Dec, 12:21

Shell shuts down oil processing unit at Bukom Island to investigate suspected leak

Shell estimated that a few tonnes of the refined oil products were leaked.

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27 Dec, 12:21

Condo management seeks entry to top-floor unit after owners refuse roof access for painting works

A High Court judge urged the parties to consider mediation to resolve the issues.

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27 Dec, 11:52

Singapore’s blue-chip gauge closes 0.3% higher

Gainers beat decliners 261 to 215 across the broader market.

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27 Dec, 11:52

Chinese bonds post best returns in decade with more gains seen

They are set to reap a 9 per cent total return in 2024, the highest since 2014.

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27 Dec, 11:21

Lim Ming Yan named deputy chairman of Changi Airport Group from Jan 1

He will take over as chairman from Apr 1, 2025, succeeding Mr Tan Gee Paw.

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27 Dec, 11:21

Conrad hotel redesigned security officers’ job scope so they blend in, look friendly

It is among 191 recipients of the National Safety and Security Watch Group awards.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3DAVKn9

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27 Dec, 11:21

‘They thought we were crazy’: S’pore couple quit jobs to drive across Asia, Europe with daughter, 4

They wanted their child to be curious and appreciate the world, and people from all walks of life.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3DuWLgt

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27 Dec, 11:21

Six newly appointed principals of special education schools join annual MOE ceremony

A total of 52 principals were appointed to new schools, among whom 27 are first-timers.

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27 Dec, 10:39

Thailand’s political stalemate needs revival to spark economy

Political stalemate is diminishing Thailand’s international stature and economy

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27 Dec, 10:39

India’s Manmohan Singh and Singapore – a special connection

Dr Singh once said Singapore and India "have a common vision and understanding of economic and security issues".

Read more: https://bit.ly/3ZWX639

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10 Nov, 15:39

Israel strikes residential building near Damascus, Syrian state news agency says

An Israeli strike targeted a residential building in the Sayeda Zainab district south of the Syrian capital Damascus on Sunday, the Syrian state news agency said.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fhJIgz

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10 Nov, 15:21

Persimmon tree planted in Singapore to mark Suzhou Industrial Park’s 30th anniversary

SM Lee Hsien Loong will plant another persimmon tree in Suzhou to mark the celebration.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3CkdvGG

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10 Nov, 15:21

Over 100 quail chicks rescued from rubbish bin found outside S’pore farm Quailico Eggs

When ST contacted the farm, a staff member said the chicks and eggs had come from the farm.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fqLyvt

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10 Nov, 14:21

Singaporean, Australian troops conduct bilateral ship-to-shore landing exercises Down Under

SHOALWATER BAY TRAINING AREA, Australia - More than 1,900 personnel from the Singaporean and Australian forces are conducting a joint military exercise that will see soldiers from both countries coming ashore from ships before assaulting objectives inland.

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10 Nov, 13:21

Washing machine catches fire in Ang Mo Kio HDB flat; blaze likely of electrical origin

There were no reported injuries.

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10 Nov, 11:39

Australian Defence Force arrives in Indonesia ahead of largest joint exercises

BANYUWANGI - Members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) arrived on Sunday with their warship docking at Banyuwangi in East Java, Indonesia for a joint military exercise, which will involve 2,000 personnel from both countries.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3CmcyxE

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10 Nov, 11:39

Philippines to evacuate 2,500 villages ahead of Severe Storm Toraji

Severe Storm Toraji is expected to make landfall on Nov 11.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3ApQJg7

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10 Nov, 11:39

Saudi armed forces general chief of staff to hold talks in Iran

DUBAI - The general chief of staff of Saudi Arabia's armed forces, Fayyad al-Ruwaili, will visit Tehran on Sunday to meet with his Iranian counterpart and discuss defence ties, state media reported the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff as saying.

Read more: https://bit.ly/40MIjKa

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10 Nov, 11:21

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10 Nov, 10:39

IAEA chief to visit Iran on Wednesday

DUBAI - U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi will visit Iran next Wednesday and start consultations with Iranian officials the following day, state media reported on Sunday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48KNDQz

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10 Nov, 10:39

China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'

BEIJING - China rejected Philippine maritime claims on Sunday, saying new legislation \"severely infringes on\" Beijing's territorial sovereignty and rights in the South China Sea, and vowing to protect its own interests.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YLshxN

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10 Nov, 10:21

Police patrols heightened at places of worship after stabbing of Catholic priest: MHA

SINGAPORE - The police have stepped up patrols at places of worship here, after a priest was stabbed at a Catholic church in Upper Bukit Timah on Nov 9.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4eoeuTt

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10 Nov, 08:39

Fire breaks out on Japan navy ship, cause under investigation

TOKYO - A fire broke out on a Japanese Self-Defence Forces ship on Sunday, with national broadcaster NHK reporting that one crew member was hospitalised due to smoke inhalation.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3CksrEV

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10 Nov, 08:39

U Mobile responds to concerns over its winning bid for Malaysia’s second 5G network

ST Telemedia, a Temasek arm, has agreed to reduce its stake in U Mobile from 48 to 20 per cent.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3CnNoPd

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10 Nov, 08:39

Sting operations, whistle-blowers and detailed menus: China doubles down on food safety

They are part of the central government’s push to promote the F&B sector amid soft domestic demand.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YLjSdA

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10 Nov, 08:21

RSAF airlifts sick crewman from bulk carrier to hospital

The man was conscious and stable when he arrived at the Singapore General Hospital.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fhrHyP

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10 Nov, 07:39

Modi’s buddy Trump is an unpredictable friend to Indians at home and in the US

Trump’s protectionist agenda to increase tariffs on all imports would hurt India.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Cp8U67

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10 Nov, 07:39

Balinese hope construction freeze can tame tourism

But Indonesia’s newly inaugurated President Prabowo Subianto may not want to curb Bali’s tourism.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Cp8OeL

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10 Nov, 07:21

Fun With Kids: Pawsome Pawty at SPCA, St Regis Kuala Lumpur’s family package

Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YA9o0s

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10 Nov, 07:21

Pocket money: Teaching kids how to spend responsibly, online and off

Parents can teach their children about delayed gratification, budgeting and price comparison.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YA9kxK

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04 Nov, 15:21

SG60 an opportunity for S’poreans to reflect on shared values, renew commitment to country: PM Wong

Singapore will hold a series of celebratory events to mark 60 years of independence.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ee3sAe

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04 Nov, 13:39

Asean-Brics partnership: When will SE Asia’s economic hopes come to fruition?

Brics' four partner nations and key members of Asean are hopeful about economic benefits for the region.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3UBmcTs

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04 Nov, 12:40

Ukraine not opposed to Qatar negotiating energy security, Kyiv says

KYIV - Ukraine would not be opposed if Qatar or any other country were to negotiate an agreement on energy security via separate talks with Ukraine and Russia, a top Ukrainian presidential official said in a televised interview released on Monday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3NX5rxW

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04 Nov, 12:39

Australia offers troops more cash bonuses to address defence shortfall

SYDNEY - Australia will spend A$600 million ($395 million) on defence reserve recruitment and extending a cash bonus to retain troops as the centre-left Albanese government seeks to overcome workforce shortages, officials are expected to announce on Tuesday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48y9B9e

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04 Nov, 12:39

Malaysian pop star and 5 others charged in Thailand over drug possession

Police arrested the six suspects at their hotel rooms and found 6,060 methamphetamine pills.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3CfQhS3

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04 Nov, 12:39

At least 36 killed as bus overturns in India's Uttarakhand state

LUCKNOW, India - At least 36 people were killed and six were injured after a bus plunged into a gorge in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand on Monday, an official told Reuters.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Yxoq7o

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04 Nov, 12:39

EU'S Borrell visits Seoul amid alarm over North Korean troops in Russia

SEOUL - The dispatch of North Korean troops to Russia as Moscow wages war in Ukraine highlights the need for security cooperation between the European Union and South Korea, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Monday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ft0CIA

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04 Nov, 12:21

New measure by NEA to deter high bids for hawker stalls

Under the new scheme, the rent for the second tenancy period will be based on the tender bid price and market rate.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YQfdsd

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04 Nov, 12:21

Tech companies roll out sensors to detect vaping amid spike in seizures and use among students

Motorola's device has 16 sensors that can detect vaping, gunshots and even screams for help.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YT2O6V

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04 Nov, 11:21

‘Took a while to set in’: Man stunned as 6 teen suspects take unlocked car for joyride in Sengkang

The teens were later arrested by police.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fz9mNx

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04 Nov, 11:21

Supreme Court judge appointed Deputy Attorney-General, two-year term starts in Jan 2025

He will resign from the office of judge when he takes on this new appointment.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3YOMUtX

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04 Nov, 10:39

Indonesia predicted to have a normal wet season in 2025, weather agency says

JAKARTA - Most of Indonesia is predicted to have a normal wet season next year, making it suitable to grow crops, the country's weather agency BMKG said on Monday.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4eh5akq

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04 Nov, 10:39

270 busted in South Korean medical insurance fraud

Busan Nambu Police Station apprehended the scammers in October.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4edDWLs

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04 Nov, 10:39

Malaysia complains to Vietnam over South China Sea reef expansion, sources say

Malaysia has sent a complaint letter to Vietnam in early October, but has so far received no reply.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4edHGg6

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04 Nov, 10:21

Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Nov 4, 2024

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04 Nov, 10:21

Money launderer Su Baolin’s Sentosa Cove plot sold for $22 million

The land rate could set a new benchmark price for seafront facing land in Sentosa Cove

Read more: https://bit.ly/40xH6X3

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04 Nov, 10:21

SIA to retrofit its A350 long-haul fleet with next-gen cabin products in $1.1b upgrade

The upgrading plan is independent of the delivery schedule for the Boeing 777-9s, SIA told ST.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4ecLY7h

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04 Nov, 10:21

Six charged over malware scams, which saw nearly $8m in transfers of criminal funds

3 men and 3 women allegedly opened new bank accounts and gave the account details to a criminal syndicate.

Read more: https://bit.ly/40vXFmc

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04 Nov, 09:21

Jail, caning for man who had 304 sexually explicit videos of children in his possession

Mohamad Fadli Kamaral Jaman was arrested following a raid at his home.

Read more: https://bit.ly/40xE4SF

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04 Nov, 09:21

More than 15,300 EV charging points installed islandwide, target of 60,000 by 2030

The first of a new batch of public fast chargers have been deployed at Woodlands Civic Centre.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4fbg9x5

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