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December 27, 2025

S'pore mulls over sixth desalination plant, possibly underground

The Republic is studying the feasibility of building a sixth desalination plant underground to boost the security of its water supply.

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Najib gets new jail term of 15 years, $3.6b fine over IMDB scandal

Dec 26 verdict is likely to sharpen existing tensions in Anwar's unity govt

4 mins

Jail for syndicate member who stole luxury watches, cash from man on SIA flight

A syndicate member who stole from a business class passenger on a Singapore Airlines flight was sentenced to 20 months' jail on Dec 23.

1 mins

Sale of all but two existing IP riders will stop from April 2026

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4 mins

Thailand defends removal of Hindu statue after move sparks anger

Thailand on Dec 25 defended its military's demolition of a Hindu statue along the border with Cambodia, saying the removal was carried out to assert control in a disputed frontier area.

1 mins

Thai PM Anutin expresses hope for ceasefire agreement with Cambodia

Thailand's Prime Minister expressed hope on Dec 26 for a ceasefire with Cambodia, even as Phnom Penh accused the Thai military of intensifying its bombardment of disputed border areas.

2 mins

Many cheer, but some disappointed with guilty verdict for Najib

A core group of Malaysians see ex-PM as a leader who helped those at the bottom

3 mins

China urges travel agencies to cut tourists to Japan by 40%: Sources

TOKYO - China has urged domestic travel agencies to reduce the number of Japan-bound tourists by 40 per cent, industry sources said on Dec 25, amid a Beijing-Tokyo row over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on a Taiwan contingency.

1 mins

Japan govt approves record budget, including for defence

$1 trillion budget aims to speed up military upgrade amid worsening ties with China

2 mins

US launches strike against ISIS militants in north-west Nigeria

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2 mins

Australian PM's popularity plunges over his response to Bondi attack

Albanese criticised for rejecting widespread calls for the creation of a royal commission

4 mins

Malaysian minister slams public littering on city streets

It is unacceptable for public littering to remain a rampant issue, said Malaysian minister Nga Kor Ming, expressing serious concerns over the state of urban cleanliness.In a statement on Dec 25, the Housing and Local Government Minister highlighted the ongoing issue of littering, particularly in city centres and public areas.

1 mins

Crisis in Perlis signals growing power struggle in PN alliance

Top leaders of partners PAS, Bersatu locked in internal strife as they vie for dominance

3 mins

Bangladesh protests push ties with India to the brink

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5 mins

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4 mins

SIA flights among those cancelled in New York due to snowstorm in US city

Several Singapore Airlines flights to and from New York have been cancelled due to a snowstorm in the US city.

2 mins

Taiwan holds drill at transport hub to boost emergency response

Drill comes after deadly metro attack; officials call for improvement to protocols

2 mins

Temperatures in S. Korea expected to fall below minus 15 deg C

Bitter cold weather will continue to grip South Korea over the weekend, with temperatures plunging below minus 15 deg C in most regions, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration on Dec 26.

1 mins

Sheng Siong awards long-serving employees gold coins

In recognition of their loyalty, local supermarket chain Sheng Siong has awarded its long-serving employees gold coins.

1 mins

2026 Outlook

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6 mins

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3 mins

Grab, ComfortDelGro to raise platform fees for rides from Jan 1

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2 mins

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3 mins

Singapore stocks end flat despite positive factory output data

Singapore stocks ended flat on Dec 26, even as the latest factory output data pointed to continued strength in manufacturing activity.

1 mins

Sembcorp acquires Indian solar power firm for $246m

Sembcorp Industries on Dec 26 announced that it has completed its acquisition of Indian solar power company ReNew Sun Bright, through its wholly owned subsidiary Sembcorp Green Infra.

1 mins

S'pore Nov factory output up 14.3%, boosted by pharma sector

Singapore's factory output in November saw a third straight month of solid growth, though at a slower pace, thanks to a surge in pharmaceutical production.

2 mins

As more firms hush up their ESG efforts, Uniqlo takes lead in walking the talk

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9 mins

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2 mins

Green debt sales hit record levels in 2025 despite climate backlash

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2 mins

Why 2026 is poised to be another rocky year for global trade

The global trading system, which is finishing up one of its most transformational years in the past century, heads into another, facing more challenges to stability and growth.

4 mins

2026 Outlook Strong job market, wealth gains to fortify S'pore retail spending

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4 mins

Angie, our cat, connects me with Victoria, my late daughter

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5 mins

Living on a 99-year clock in Singapore's leasehold homes

As the lease on their homes runs down, some worry about the falling value of the inheritance. Others simply treasure what their homes give them.

5 mins

Europe's headline risks may be rising – even if Ukraine war ends

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5 mins

Living with Singapore's traffic noise

ST went inside residences near airports, busy roads and the MRT to experience the commotion.

4 mins

Taipei taps imperial Chinese treasures in cultural diplomacy

National museum celebrates its Chinese roots while charting a distinct Taiwanese narrative.

6 mins

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1 mins

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3 mins

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1 mins

Sydney-Hobart race honours Bondi victims

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2 mins

Wemby's ode to 'tactically more correct basketball'

Victor Wembanyama, it seemed, had issued a decree.

4 mins

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2 mins

City group sells Mumbai stake amid uncertainty

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1 mins

Zidane's son finds identity with Algeria

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2 mins

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3 mins

VILLA 'CONFIDENT IN EACH OTHER'

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3 mins

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2 mins

FAS, SNOC MOVE FORWARD

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3 mins

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3 mins

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6 mins

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3 mins

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4 mins

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1 mins

Gentle Monster takes legal action over alleged copycat shades

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2 mins

Fred Chan is first Malaysian to play lead villain in a Bollywood film

Local actors have been making huge strides on the global stage in recent years.

2 mins

Jisoo celebrates Christmas with macarons from Singapore

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2 mins

BTS members among top 100 wealthiest shareholders under 30 in South Korea

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2 mins

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