Newspaper
The Straits Times
STI edges down 0.3% amid mixed showing in region
The Straits Times Index (STI) closed lower on Sept 18, as regional indexes ended the day mixed.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Botox under burqas: Cosmetic surgery in vogue in Afghanistan
Decked out with fake crystal chandeliers and velvet sofas, cosmetic surgery clinics in Afghanistan’s capital are a world away from the austerity of Taliban rule, where Botox, lip filler and hair transplants reign.
2 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Fed makes first rate cut this year, citing risks to employment
WASHINGTON - The US Federal Reserve on Sept 17 lowered interest rates for the first time in 2025, flagging slower job gains and risks to employment as policymakers face heightened pressure under President Donald Trump.
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Construction worker dies after wall collapses at Upper Changi worksite
A 52-year-old construction worker died after a wall structure collapsed and trapped him at a construction site in Upper Changi on Sept 17.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
TEEN'S UNEXPECTED ROUTE
Netball World Youth Cup-bound Sanders never aimed to play 'at such a high level'
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Mysterious diabetes variant with 25m cases gets a name
Almost two decades after Dr David Phillips noticed a disturbing trend of young, lean people who were undernourished as children showing up at clinics in northern Ethiopia with diabetes, the unusual form of the disease is finally getting a name.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
FIERCE RIVALRIES FAN HURDLERS’ CHARGE
Fast times expected as Warholm and Bol bid to stamp their marks in one-lap events
2 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Andie Chen still waiting for a breakout role
The actor is back on the small screen playing a police inspector in the fantasy drama Fixing Fate
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Malaysian anglers target invaders threatening native freshwater species
They use ‘slingshot fishing’ to save country’s rivers from ecological distress
4 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Britain reportedly to recognise Palestinian state this weekend
Britain will formally recognise a Palestinian state this weekend, after US President Donald Trump - who opposes the decision — leaves the country at the end of his state visit, the Times newspaper reported.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Bouquet • Kudos to NLB for pre-loved books giveaway
I would like to give accolades to the National Library Board for its recent pre-loved books giveaway (NLB to offer 60,000 pre-loved books in largest giveaway, Sept 10).
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
MAKE COSMIC CRUSADER A SPECIAL BET AT BELMONT
Bob Peters’ exciting new find may embark on a winning spree
4 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Youth accused of causing fatal accident while driving van without a licence
A youth who allegedly drove a van, although he did not have a licence to do so, and caused an accident that killed his front-seat passenger was charged in court on Sept 17.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Small states ‘cannot afford to take sides’
FROM A1
2 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Trump hails special ties with UK as he revels in pomp of historic state visit
Mr Trump and his wife Melania were treated to the full array of British pageantry. Then the President sang the praises of his nation's close ally.
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Arrest warrant sought for S. Korean church leader over alleged bribery
South Korean prosecutors on Sept 18 requested an arrest warrant for the leader of the Unification Church, Ms Han Hak-ja, on allegations of bribery linked to the country’s former first lady and incitement to destroy evidence.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Asia Ocean Fund gets S'pore firm’s backing to raise $96 million
The fund aims to invest in start-ups that support ocean health in the region
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Investing in AI pays off in less than 2 years: S’pore business execs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming software innovation from a technical activity into a powerful engine for growth, with Singapore business executives saying that investment in the technology pays for itself in less than two years.
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Charlie Kirk killing revives questions about radicalisation and gaming culture
Many vulnerable young men are drawn to online gaming platforms, making these places attractive for recruitment and spreading extreme views.
4 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Don't leave mid-level jobs behind in Singapore's AI take-off
The new era is not just about innovation, but also about creating high-quality jobs to continue enabling upward mobility.
6 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Hollywood pays tribute to Robert Redford
After news broke on Sept 16 of the death at age 89 of Robert Redford — the Oscar-winning actor, director and producer who nurtured the independent film movement through his Sundance Film Festival - tributes from his Hollywood friends and colleagues flooded in.
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
King’s Express should fare better over shorter |800m
(3) KING’S EXPRESS fluffed his lines last time, but there were legitimate excuses for that disappointing performance over 2,000m, and he could make amends back over this trip with the aid of his rider’s 4kg claim.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
NBA EUROPE IS FANS’ GAIN
Expansion beyond US a ‘great avenue to grow basketball’, says ex-champ Turiaf
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Kompany praises Kane's 'hard work' after double
MUNICH - England captain Harry Kane says facing English Premier League sides gives him extra motivation to “play better”, after he scored twice in Bayern Munich’s 3-1 home win over Chelsea in their Champions League opener on Sept 17.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Rapper Cardi B pregnant with fourth child
Cardi B is expecting a child with her American football player-boyfriend Stefon Diggs, following weeks of rumours.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Fired US health agency chief testifies about pressure to 'replace evidence with ideology'
WASHINGTON - The former chief of the US disease prevention agency told senators on Sept 17 that she was fired for refusing to approve changes to childhood vaccine schedules not backed by scientific evidence, as the Trump administration moves to dismantle longstanding health policy.
2 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Affordable housing, sustainability among ministries’ priorities
Plans released in ministries’ addenda to President’s address at Parliament’s opening
3 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Build defence capabilities, but also reassure other nations: Chan Chun Sing
Enhancing a country’s security should not result in making others feel less secure, he says
2 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Healthpoints can be used to offset up to $580 in MediShield Life premiums
A healthy lifestyle is paying off in more ways than one.
1 min |
September 19, 2025
The Straits Times
Judge finds owner of service road at Parklane mall ‘unreasonable’ for charging garbage trucks access fees
The daily task of rubbish collection at Parklane Shopping Mall became difficult after the owner of the service road that leads to the bin centre began charging garbage trucks parking fees to access the road.
3 min |