Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Nov 30, 2025

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Inaugural batch of 11 graduates from first S’pore boarding school programme for disadvantaged teens

Graduates from =Dreams have achieved milestones like ITE enrolment and an SJII scholarship.

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No smartphone use in secondary schools from 2026, including during recess and CCAs

New guidelines align with the restrictions put in place for primary school pupils since January 2025.

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The US helped with the S’pore ‘miracle’. Now, it’s calling in the favour, says Trump’s new envoy Anjani Sinha

New envoy explains the framework behind the US President’s unilateral tariffs.

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Floods hit Sri Lanka’s capital as cyclone death toll near 200

Another 228 people remain missing following a week of heavy rains brought on by Cyclone Ditwah.

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On the road to nowhere, a spiritual experience changed everything

Depression had me in its grip. My weight went down to 39kg. Then one day, everything changed.

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10 hacks for common parenting struggles

They range from getting your kids to eat greens to successfully limiting their screen time.

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Malaysian woman, 73, arrested for suspected role in scheme where scammers posed as MAS officials

Police seized gold bars worth about $200,000 from the woman.

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IMH studies modified PTSD treatment to stop mild depression from worsening

Participants in the study will learn strategies on how to regulate their emotions and improve interpersonal skills.

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Upgraded Ang Mo Kio CC offers new senior-focused programmes and workshops

Among them is the Thriving Seniors Initiative, which offers programmes on active ageing.

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‘Ear we go again’: How to deal with otitis, or ear infections, in dogs

Recurring episodes are one of the most common reasons owners take their dogs to the vet.

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