Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Jan 29, 2026

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US Fed holds rates steady amid Trump attacks

Its policymakers voted to hold interest rate in the 3.5-3.75 per cent range.

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Liquidity returns as S’pore rally spreads beyond blue chips

Trading activity is supported by new listings, expectations of higher AI investment and more.

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Rain expected to alleviate haze on weekend: NEA

Smoke plumes from persistent fires may drift towards Singapore, the agency added.

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Malaysia to ban purchase of RON95 petrol for foreign-registered vehicles

Offenders may face legal action from as early as April.

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PropertyLimBrothers CEO, vice-president resign

The company said it “has completed an internal review following recent events”.

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Animal Lovers League has to leave premises by Feb

The Commissioner of Charities has also opened an inquiry into the group.

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Step up efforts to support older workers, NTUC urges employers and Govt

A recent survey showed that older workers’ desire to work beyond 70 increases with age.

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What S’pore’s new disability task force must get right

It must remove barriers that prevent participation in the workforce and in everyday life.

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Over $1.2m in losses foiled by UOB in 2025 amid resurgence in gold bar scams

The bank said gold schemes “resurfaced as a trending modus operandi” in impersonation scams.

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10 CNY movies to watch in 2026

New releases include Night King, Luck My Life, A Good Fortune and 3 Good Guys.

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