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October 24, 2025

Job matching can’t be left entirely to market forces: PM Wong

Even as Singapore forges on with economic transformation, the creation of good jobs and effective job matching cannot be left entirely to market forces.

4 mins

Review panel finds multiple breaches by agencies in Megan Khung abuse case

Masagos apologises, vows to do everything possible to prevent a repeat of such tragedies

6 mins

Child protection agencies should handle all child abuse cases, get adequate resources: Panel

Agencies handling child protection should manage all cases of child abuse and be given adequate resourcing, said a panel reviewing the case of four-year-old Megan Khung, who was abused to death.

4 mins

Lapses by police, Child Protective Service among five key findings

Panel finds police did not follow processes, pre-school lacked urgency in filing report

4 mins

Police IO resigned, supervisor penalised

The police investigation officer (IO) who handled the first report relating to the fatal abuse case of four-year-old Megan Khung has resigned, while her supervisor was given a financial penalty.

2 mins

Such a tragedy cannot ever happen again, says social service agency

Agency that runs pre-school says it has since implemented three safeguards

3 mins

CDCs to enhance role in promoting volunteerism

der the South West CDC. She has worked in the role since the initiative’s pilot.

1 mins

Cat A COE premium dips 4.8% after three successive highs

Cat B premium also falls as dealers hope for larger COE supply

3 mins

Trump expects to reach deal with China on trade, soya beans and possibly nuclear arms

US President Donald Trump said on Oct 22 that he expected to reach agreements with Chinese President Xi Jinping when they meet in South Korea next week that could range from resumed soya bean purchases by Beijing to limits on nuclear weapons.

3 mins

South Korea has regained its footing, says President Lee 10 months after martial law crisis

Seoul is continuing to tackle outstanding issues with major powers, including trade and technology, he says

3 mins

'New space for middle powers to play a more active role': President Lee

Q What can middle powers like South Korea and Singapore do to forge new pathways in these turbulent times with a changing world order?

2 mins

China must gird up for 'high winds and rough waves': CPC conclave

Emphasis on quality over quantity, science and tech self-reliance, and boosting national security shield

4 mins

As election looms, 22 incumbent HK lawmakers bow out of race

Move comes amid talk of Beijing setting age limit for those who will serve in new term

4 mins

Japanese PM Takaichi's government kicks off with strong support

Newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi started off her term with high approval ratings, in a show of optimism that she could deliver on her pledges that include countering inflation and strengthening the economy.

2 mins

MP sheds new light on disappearance of toddler in Australia 55 years ago

He names man who confessed as a teen to strangling the three-year-old girl

4 mins

Spotlight on economy as Timor-Leste’s Asean dream becomes reality

Asia’s youngest nation Timor-Leste is set to achieve a decades-long dream when it becomes the 11th member of Asean this weekend, which analysts say is a win politically, although the economic benefits remain to be seen.

2 mins

‘Meaningful progress’ in Thailand-Cambodia talks, says Thai minister

Talks between Thailand and Cambodia this week have made “meaningful progress”, Thailand’s Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit said on Oct 23, ahead of the potential signing of a broader ceasefire agreement between the two Asean countries on Oct 26.

1 mins

Israel will lose US support if it annexes West Bank: Trump

His warning comes as Israeli lawmakers advance Bills paving way for annexation

3 mins

US states warn the needy that food aid may halt if federal shutdown drags on

Warnings issued on at least two dozen state websites flag the potential for an unprecedented benefit gap for than 41 million people who get aid from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programme (Snap), also known as food stamps, and the nearly seven million who receive aid from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Programme for Women, Infants and Children, known as WIC.

2 mins

Over half of Americans polled think Trump is using federal law enforcement to target foes

More than half of Americans, including about three in10 Republicans, believe US President Donald Trump is using federal law enforcement to go after his enemies, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll that also found growing concern about US political divisions nine months into his second term in office.

2 mins

Global prices soar as US hits Russian oil giants with sanctions

Planned summit with Putin is off, says Trump after sharp policy shift to end war in Ukraine

3 mins

New postgraduate training ecosystem for physiotherapists

Physiotherapists here aiming to upskill themselves can tap a new training ecosystem developed by NHG Health and Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

3 mins

PA to train 1,000 grassroots leaders to be community facilitators

This will help them use community assets better, rally people around shared causes

3 mins

TTSH says doc named in patient's police report was not involved in incident

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) on Oct 22 refuted the allegations of a patient who claimed she was mistreated, adding that it stands by the decision of its medical team.

2 mins

First specialised burn centre for kids provides stress-free treatment

New KKH unit prioritises comfort, children's emotional well-being to hasten healing

3 mins

Public bus drivers welcome penalties for disruptive passengers, say it will deter misbehaviour

Mr Guek Peng Kian, a senior bus captain at SBS Transit, said he encounters inconsiderate passengers daily.

3 mins

Greater need now to prepare for serious climate impacts: Singapore climate ambassador

Republic has to adapt as a country and in collaboration with neighbours

5 mins

S’pore joins multinational effort to create common cyber-security labelling scheme for smart devices

Singapore has joined 10 other nations in committing to create a common labelling scheme for smart devices, which aims to provide tiered reference to security levels that can guide consumers into making informed decisions.

3 mins

NUS, IBM launch centre here that will focus on making AI greener

A new AI centre in Singapore will use patented energy-efficient computer chips to create artificial intelligence models that can provide climate change predictions and aid in the deployment of emergency services to tackle disasters.

2 mins

Call for nations to engage in dialogue to avoid costly conflicts in cyberspace

Josephine Teo says important that countries with divergent views hear one another out

4 mins

Ex-DPM Heng and other stroke survivors pay tribute to caregivers

In a collage of photos, former deputy prime minister Heng Swee Keat, 64, paid a surprise tribute to his wife, Madam Chang Hwee Nee, for standing by him when he was recovering from stroke.

2 mins

Two years' jail for former bank employee implicated in saga

The bank employee whose role in a forgery case in 2021 contributed to the largest money laundering probe in Singapore was sentenced on Oct 23 to two years’ jail.

5 mins

Only 2 in 5 know to call an ambulance when someone suffers a stroke: Study

This is despite over 80% of public in S’pore having a high understanding of symptoms

4 mins

Singapore stocks rise as region ends mixed; STI gains 0.5%

Local shares ended higher on Oct 23, even as markets across the region ended mixed.

1 mins

Pop Mart shares plunge as Labubu craze cools

HONG KONG - Pop Mart International Group shares plunged on Oct 23, reflecting renewed concerns about the toymaker’s long-term sales outlook despite a strong third-quarter performance.

2 mins

Meta cuts 600 jobs in 'bloated' Al unit

Meta Platforms is cutting about 600 jobs in its artificial intelligence (AI) unit, Superintelligence Labs, as it aims to move more quickly in the competitive AI race.

1 mins

Tesla's profit tumbles despite record sales, amid higher costs and fading tax credits

Tesla’s profit plunged more than expected, as sharply rising costs undercut the highest quarterly sales of its electric vehicles (EVs) as US buyers rushed to lock in a key tax credit ahead of its expiry.

2 mins

Vessel orders decimated by Trump's bid to wipe out offshore wind sector

Shipbuilders, port operators unintended victims of U-turn on green investment plans

3 mins

Hong Kong proposes easing fund rules to draw global managers

HONG KONG Hong Kong is proposing to liberalise rules for mutual funds to lure more international asset managers to set up shop in the city.

1 mins

Tea chain Chagee sticking to its high prices despite sales plunge

Tea maker Chagee Holdings is holding firm to a strategy of premium products at high prices, despite a plunge in sales and profit from consumers flocking to other chains offering beverages for a third of the price.

2 mins

ST Engineering bags new contracts worth $4.9b in third quarter

Its total contract wins hit $14b for the 9 months ended Sept 30

2 mins

Wee Hur unit in joint venture to develop international school in Singapore

Wee Hur announced on Oct 22 that its wholly owned subsidiary Wee Hur Property has entered into a joint venture to develop an international school in Singapore.

1 mins

Marina Bay Sands sees another record quarter as earnings soar 83% to $965m

Casino and hotel operator Marina Bay Sands (MBS) enjoyed another blowout quarter after a billion-dollar investment to upgrade the resort.

1 mins

S'pore core inflation edges up more than expected to 0.4% in Sept

Increase in prices of retail and other goods a driving factor; inflation projected to rise

3 mins

Who leads the Palestinian people? Hamas is determined not to lose this fight

Amid a fragile truce in Gaza, the long-drawn struggle over Palestinian leadership is taking a new ominous turn.

7 mins

Al to transform education? More likely not much will change

AI is likely to reinforce not overhaul the role of teaching, content mastery and assessments.

5 mins

Banishing PE class baggage with spin cycling sessions

There's something oddly satisfying about finding joy in activities I used to hate.

4 mins

Politics, not tech, makes the world go round

The future, much like the recent past, will be shaped in the public realm.

4 mins

How to make immigration palatable in a populist age

Guest-worker schemes are booming. They offer vast benefits to both host countries and the workers themselves.

6 mins

Grit Kudos to gymnast for making history

Kudos to 15-year-old gymnast Amanda Yap for making history

1 mins

Bookings SIA has taken steps to address issues with website

We refer to the letter \"SIA needs to fix its website, and fast\" (Oct 21).

1 mins

Accidents Compel all drivers who are involved to file insurance reports

Two weeks ago, my car was rear-ended by a van.

1 mins

Why unhappy patients should lodge complaints only through proper channels

The case of a woman who made a series of Facebook posts alleging that she had been mistreated while warded at Tan Tock Seng Hospital went viral this week (TTSH doc named in patient's police report about alleged mistreatment was not involved, says hospital, Oct 23).

1 mins

Golden Palm should put her rivals in the shade again

Oct 24 South Africa (Fairview) form analysis

3 mins

YAROA ALL SET FOR AFRICA CUP

Oct 24 Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) form analysis

5 mins

ELLIOT NESS CAN GO ONE BETTER

Though beaten by Noah Khan in KL trial, seven-time winner still ticks all the boxes

3 mins

Verstappen favourite at happy hunting ground

Ferrari will have gone a year without a win in Mexico this weekend, and the wait looks likely to continue as Red Bull's Max Verstappen seeks to turn the screw on McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.

2 mins

Ex-world champ to face action for remarks on chess player who died

Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik is facing disciplinary proceedings over public attacks on fellow grandmaster (GM) Daniel Naroditsky, whose sudden death this week at 29 has prompted outrage and calls for action, the International Chess Federation (Fide) said on Oct 22.

1 mins

PACERS TO SHOW GRIT IN TOUGH SEASON

Indiana face OKC in campaign opener in which they will be without star Haliburton

3 mins

Are Reds in danger or going through a blip?

In this series, The Straits Times takes a deep dive into the hottest sports topic or debate of the hour. From Lamine Yamal's status as the next big thing to pickleball's growth, we'll ask The Big Question to set you thinking, and talking.

5 mins

Chelsea's trust in youngsters reaps rewards

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said he has a lot of trust in his young players, as a youthful side hammered Ajax Amsterdam 5-1 in an eventful Champions League game on Oct 22.

2 mins

Real boosted by crucial win ahead of Anfield tie

Jude Bellingham scored his first goal since June as Real Madrid saw off a dogged Juventus to maintain their 100 per cent record in this season’s Champions League with a 1-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabeu on Oct 22.

2 mins

LIVERPOOL SWEAT OVER ISAK INJURY

Partnership with Ekitike looks promising, but Reds must integrate Swede gradually

2 mins

Indonesia defends its ban on Israeli gymnasts

Indonesia has vowed to continue playing an \"active role\" in global sports after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) urged federations not to stage events there following the Southeast Asian country's ban on Israeli gymnasts.

2 mins

STAGS THINK BIG TO CAUSE UPSET

With mindset of a top team, Tampines show they belong on same stage as superior sides

4 mins

SILK STORIES

French luxury house Hermes' Singapore showcase, The Silky Way, dives deep into the storytelling behind the brand's popular scarves

7 mins

How does Marie Kondo pack? To 'spark joy', of course

It has been more than a decade since Marie Kondo's The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up landed on American bookshelves, reshaping how people think about clutter with its now-famous question: \"Does it spark joy?

3 mins

Women designers ‘not getting the breaks’ despite recent global luxury fashion shake-up

PARIS - In fashion at the moment, as seen on catwalks: frills, corsets, big shoulder pads and “naked dresses\". Out of fashion: employing women as chief designers.

3 mins

Inside Vogue Singapore gala, where famous couturiers mingle with loving unknowns

Vogue Singapore - the local edition of fashion publication Vogue - marked five years in print in a blur of fast-flying air kisses, pomaded updos and brocade capes at a gala on Oct 18.

3 mins

'This is our time': Prabal Gurung inspired by S-E Asia's duality

The Singapore-born Nepalese-American designer sees in the region a balance of past and present

5 mins

TV host Lee Teng's wife scolds him for putting their baby at risk of suffocation

Local TV host Lee Teng's wife has blasted him on social media for using an unsafe method to coax their three-month-old baby to sleep.

1 mins

Singer Dick Lee says he was indirectly responsible for his sister's death

Homegrown music and theatre icon Dick Lee was put in the hot seat on the CNA Insider programme The Assembly on Oct 22, opening up about his younger sister Patricia's death in 1983.

2 mins

Malaysian comedian Nigel Ng to release cartoon series of Uncle Roger on YouTube

Uncle Roger will soon be turned into a cartoon character.

1 mins

Nathan Hartono's song to soundtrack Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas

Singaporean singer Nathan Hartono's first cruise holiday in mid-2025 left such an impression on him that he wrote a song about it.

2 mins

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