This week’s top reads from The Straits Times, Jan 10, 2026

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Farmer, plumber, lift technician: More young people in S’pore drawn to skilled trades

Many see a hands-on career as rewarding and hope to become their own boss.

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Trump’s Maduro capture is about drugs, immigrants and China

US action unifies three aims of the Trump administration but violates international law.

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Podcast: How to invest in 2026

Tech stocks still shine, but beware the bubble.

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Ex-lovers fight over money after 30-year affair ends

The woman lent her lover $800,000 after she and her then husband remortgaged their property.

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Driving centres in S’pore hike learner fees in 2026

One centre said the hikes are to support wage revisions for instructors and cover rising costs.

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No students penalised or reprimanded for voicing opinions on school meals: HCI

It values its students’ perspectives and encourages them to share thoughts directly with the school, HCI adds.

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Woman challenging S’pore police’s decision ordered to deposit $15k for potential legal costs

She has a litigious streak and a propensity to advance wide-ranging arguments, said the assistant registrar.

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7 up-and-coming travel spots worth a visit in 2026

Destinations such as Warsaw, Chiang Mai and Guiyang are gaining traction among Singapore travellers.

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