Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Dec 15, 2025

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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.

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CPF Basic Healthcare Sum to rise to $79k for those under 65 from Jan 1

Those aged 66 and above in 2026 will see no change to their Basic Healthcare Sum.

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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.

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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.

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Apple users urged to update device software following security warnings

Two vulnerabilities have been exploited in real-life attacks.

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SEA Games 2025: Where are the fans at events in Thailand?

Athletes at the ongoing Games have been greeted by empty seats at some venues.

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Bus, train services extended on Christmas Eve

Selected bus services will also operate later at their respective interchanges.

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Motorcyclist dies in accident in Yishun, another taken to hospital

A male motorist was arrested for dangerous driving causing death.

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Voyeur doctor gets jail after failing to secure mandatory treatment order

Reports from IMH showed that he suffered from mild voyeuristic disorder.

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Four ways to keep traveller’s diarrhoea at bay

Spot poor food handling and skip raw or unpasteurised dishes.

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