Straitstimes.com header logo

Choose edition

Search

singapore

asia

world

opinion

life

business

sport

Visual

Podcasts

SPH Rewards

STClassifieds

Paid press releases

Advertise with us

FAQs

Contact us

 

Surveys

EU firms say business challenges in China still increasing: Survey

The more subdued activity has coincided with increased trade politicisation and geopolitical events including wars in Ukraine and Iran, raising worries for international firms.
The more subdued activity has coincided with increased trade politicisation and geopolitical events including wars in Ukraine and Iran, raising worries for international firms.

Here are the Democrats taking early steps in potential 2028 White House bids

Americans don’t think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows

A customer watches U.S. President Donald Trump address the nation on the Iran crisis from the White House in Washington, D.C., on screen at Brooklyn Diner in Times Square, New York, U.S., April 1, 2026. REUTERS/David Dee Delgado/File Photo
A customer watches U.S. President Donald Trump address the nation on the Iran crisis from the White House in Washington, D.C., on screen at Brooklyn Diner in Times Square, New York, U.S., April 1, 2026. REUTERS/David Dee Delgado/File Photo

US consumer sentiment hits record low in early May

Higher gasoline prices in the US have weighed on household finances and purchasing power, a University of Michigan survey showed.
Higher gasoline prices in the US have weighed on household finances and purchasing power, a University of Michigan survey showed.

IMH launches third nationwide survey to assess mental health in Singapore

For the first time, the survey will include younger teenagers and eating disorders, which have emerged as a concern among youth.
For the first time, the survey will include younger teenagers and eating disorders, which have emerged as a concern among youth.

World Cup can push football into mainstream in Canada, says league chief

The Canada national men's team, featuring Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, could help boost the popularity of football in the country when it co-hosts the World Cup this summer.
The Canada national men's team, featuring Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, could help boost the popularity of football in the country when it co-hosts the World Cup this summer.

Not enough time to play for South Korean children, teens: Report

Minors and adults gave an average of 3.21 out of 4 when asked how much they think children are granted their due rights.
Minors and adults gave an average of 3.21 out of 4 when asked how much they think children are granted their due rights.

Trump approval sinks to record low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump attends an arrival ceremony for Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 28, 2026. REUTERS/Nathan Howard
U.S. President Donald Trump attends an arrival ceremony for Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 28, 2026. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Looking for a career move? Here are Singapore’s best employers in 2026

Americans’ views on China improve ahead of Trump-Xi summit: Survey

Now, fewer Americans consider China an enemy, while more describe Beijing as a competitor.
Now, fewer Americans consider China an enemy, while more describe Beijing as a competitor.

E-paper

Newsletters

Podcasts

RSS Feed

About Us

Terms & Conditions

Personal Data Protection Notice

Need help? Reach us here.

Advertise with us

Download the app

Get unlimited access to exclusive stories and incisive insights from the ST newsroom
Subscribe Placeholder
MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.