Ng Chee Meng likely to run in PAP stronghold in next GE: Observers

He may be fielded in a safer GRC like Jurong or Ang Mo Kio and not return to Sengkang

Aid agencies prepare for Rafah incursion; UN warns of 'slaughter'

WHO announces contingency plan as work goes on to ensure aid operations continue

LifeSG's new feature makes pre-school search easier

Parents can soon apply more quickly for subsidies on app too

He got into poly on 6th try, and graduates among top of cohort

He achieves near-perfect GPA, receives ITE Upgrader award

Food mimics art at launch of UOB Painting of the Year

UOB on May 3 launched the 43rd edition of its Painting of the Year competition, on the occasion also debuting six \"edible art\" menus by Pan Pacific Hotels Group chefs inspired by previous winners' works.

NEW ALPINE HEIGHTS

Kabir, 16, is first S’porean in outfit’s academy as he embarks on FI dream

KOEPKA STAYING DRY TO STAY IN LIV HUNT

No drinking for joint-2nd American during tournament weeks, even if it’s his birthday

Postecoglou takes blame for Spurs' 3rd straight loss

Ange Postecoglou admitted his Tottenham Hotspur flops have \"lost belief\" after a dismal 2-0 English Premier League defeat at Chelsea on May 2 left their hopes of Champions League qualification in tatters.

Sabalenka back from dead to keep quest alive

MADRID - Defending Madrid Open champion Aryna Sabalenka said it was \"incredible tennis\" as she produced a brilliant comeback from a set and a break down to beat Elena Rybakina on May 2 and reach the final.

BANKING ON LIGHT LOAD AND LADY LUCK

Logan’s mare Istataba should be back to her best even if mile is as short as she wants it’

Legislate flexiwork if guidelines fail to spur change

The Straits Times editorial on the tripartite guidelines on flexible work arrangement (FWA) requests noted that these compulsory guidelines signalled the normalising of such arrangements in the labour landscape (The normalisation of flexiwork, April 28).

Not all banks cutting rates on flagship savings accounts

While demand for loans is slowing, some still see benefits in building up their deposit bases

Rents for larger luxury homes up in Ql amid wider market slump

Spike comes as greater demand from high-net-worth foreigners meets limited supply, say agents

Apple unveils $149b share buyback as results beat forecast

SAN FRANCISCO - Apple's quarterly results and forecast beat modest expectations on May 2, as the iPhone maker unveiled a record share buyback programme, sending its stock up almost 7 per cent in extended trade.

Embrace Al, tech or be displaced: Minister

National AI strategy includes equipping people with skills that are needed

Microsoft announces $3b AI and cloud investment in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR Microsoft pledged a US$2.2 billion (S$3 billion) investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing in Malaysia on May 2 to help develop the country's AI infrastructure.

Only 40% of foreign visitors to Bali paid new tourist tax since Feb

Lack of compliance with the new levy due to insufficient checks, poor coordination

Gaza needs biggest post-war reconstruction effort since WWII, says UN

GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories The UN said on May 2 that the post-war reconstruction of Gaza would require an international effort unseen since the aftermath of World War II, estimating it could cost up to US$40 billion (S$54 billion).

Universities in France, Australia, Canada see Gaza protests

Campus protests spreading beyond US, but demonstrations take place peacefully

Biden lumps Japan, India with China, Russia as 'xenophobic'

WASHINGTON Japan and India are struggling economically because they are \"xenophobic\", US President Joe Biden told a campaign event, lumping the American allies in with rivals China and Russia as countries rejecting immigrants.

Hybrid cooling fans, underground bike parking among new features at TEL Stage 4 stations

New hybrid cooling fans have been installed at all MRT stations along Stage 4 of the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) to keep temperatures on the train platforms at a comfortable level for passengers while reducing energy usage.

Singapore and Canada to enhance science and technology cooperation

This will cover areas such as Al, digital and green technologies and biotechnology

Sport Singapore launches 'fairer, more transparent' booking platform

It says web-based MyActiveSG+ will deter resellers of public sports facility bookings

More high-rise housing planned for one-north area as URA prepares plots for development

More high-rise housing is set to be built in one-north, to support the growing demand for homes in the business park.

Retail sales up 2.7% in March due to higher F&B spending, Swift concerts

Retail sales in Singapore rose for the third month in a row, lifted by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour performances in March, but there is concern that the trend could weaken in the coming months.

Ong Ye Kung urges better outreach to engage seniors

Health Minister wants active ageing centres to work with other groups as S’pore ages

‘NEVER-ENDING’ SUCCESS FOR TAN

S’porean adds cup to league title, Dortmund keen to retain her services for next season

BOSTON PUT PAST BEHIND TO PROGRESS

Celtics take revenge on Heat with big win to book place in 2nd round of NBA play-offs

TAN THE MAN AT BARRIER TRIALS

Low-profile trainer makes presence felt with Single Warrior, Big Union at morning hit-outs

DBS starts the year strong as Ql profit hits new high of $2.95b

Its fee income gets boost from stronger market sentiment, higher card spending