Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Oct 16, 2025

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CareShield Life criteria to be tightened from 2026 to keep premiums in check

Some seniors will even enjoy lower premiums than what they are paying now.

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New private home sales slump in Sept but recovery expected in Oct

Lower interest rates, new launches in desirable locations should boost October’s sales.

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Police NSF found with gunshot wound to his neck, believed to be self-inflicted

His service revolver and remaining ammunition were accounted for and seized at the scene.

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River Valley fatal accident: Charge reduced for helper

The judge also imposed a gag order on the child’s identity.

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Review found Govt’s interests ‘sufficiently safeguarded’ in F1 contract: DPM Gan

The committee also identified ways to enhance existing processes between STB and Singapore GP.

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About 745 children born out of wedlock annually in past five years

Of this group, 12 were later adopted by their biological parents within the same five-year period.

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US sanctions 3 S’poreans in global fraud takedown

17 entities registered here sanctioned over alleged ties to Cambodian scam empire.

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Trump says Israel could resume fighting in Gaza if Hamas fails to disarm

Hamas has sent its men back into the streets of Gaza since the ceasefire and killed more than 30 people.

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How to make the most of Trump’s quest for Nobel gold

As the 2026 season opens, the US president is back in the race.

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S’pore public can use pool for world c’ships till 2030

The facility in Kallang is expected to be open for public use by the end of this month.

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