TOP OF THE NEWS
The first new town to be built in 20 years, Tengah, will be designed as befitting its natural environment. It will have the first car-free town centre and a green corridor with hiking trails, linking it to the forest on the fringes of the town. The first homes will be launched in 2018.
TOP OF THE NEWS
US President Barack Obama, while meeting Asean leaders in Laos yesterday, stressed that an international tribunal's ruling against China's historical rights in the South China Sea is binding. His attitude is in contrast to Asean's caution in mentioning the case.
WORLD
Though most opinion polls show a clear lead by Democratic Party nominee Hillary Clinton two months ahead of the presidential election, pundits say the idiosyncrasies of this year's campaign make predictions foolhardy. In a year when nothing has kept to conventional wisdom, nobody is confident about what will happen in the remaining time.
WORLD
Mr Eddie Chu, a newly elected lawmaker in Hong Kong, has filed a police report over "credible death threats" that he said were politically motivated. The 38-year-old social activist, who advocated more autonomy from China, won a landslide victory in Sunday's elections.
OPINION
Farewell tour over, President Barack Obama's legacy in Asia is ripe for review. Associate editor Ravi Velloor embarks on a preliminary assessment, including of America's most important account - with China.
HOME
Single-digit rise in Zika cases
Nine new Zika cases were reported yesterday, as the number of new cases fell below 10 for a second day. There are now 292 confirmed Zika cases here, with the Ubi Crescent industrial area also identified as a new potential cluster yesterday.
BUSINESS
More oil and gas firms are making moves amid the slump. Dyna-Mac is seeking note holders' consent for a proposed call option and an offer to sell its $50 million 4.25 per cent notes maturing next August for cash. Marco Polo Marine has appointed KPMG Services to do an independent business review.
SPORT
Singapore golfers in final round of Putra Cup
Singapore will go into today's final round of the Putra Cup with a five-shot lead over Thailand. Gregory Foo, Joshua Ho, Joshua Shou and Marc Ong combined to score 11-under 619 after three rounds at Tanah Merah Country Club's Garden Course. Favourites Thailand are on 624.
LIFE
Lovers of good food and design will find both at home-grown multi-label retailer Naiise's inaugural I Eat Design festival this weekend. Local independent food vendors, artists and designers will showcase food-inspired designs and creative eats at Naiise's flagship at The Cathay. Admission is free.
