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S’pore, China agree on 27 new deals at top-level talks amid global uncertainties
In one of the deals, DBS was named Singapore’s second renminbi clearing bank, after ICBC’s Singapore branch.
CPF Basic Healthcare Sum to rise to $79k for those under 65 from Jan 1
Malaysia to expand QR code clearance at Johor checkpoints
It expects improvements to the travel experience at both Johor-Singapore entry points by the end of 2025.
Bondi Beach shooting: What you need to know if visiting Australia
Mass shootings are rare in Australia, which has some of the world’s toughest gun control laws.
Apple users urged to update device software following security warnings
SEA Games 2025: Where are the fans at events in Thailand?
Bus, train services extended on Christmas Eve
Motorcyclist dies in accident in Yishun, another taken to hospital
Voyeur doctor gets jail after failing to secure mandatory treatment order
Four ways to keep traveller’s diarrhoea at bay