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Naloxone is an over-the-counter nasal-spray medication that can save an overdose victim by rapidly reversing the effects of fentanyl, heroin and other opioids.

FILE PHOTO: A used Naloxone pack lies on the ground, in the Bronx borough of New York City, U.S., June 6, 2023. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton/File Photo

How to save a fentanyl victim: Key facts about naloxone

Iran has summoned the Swiss ambassador in Tehran, who represents U.S. interests in the country, and a senior Italian diplomat over the arrest by the U.S. of two Iranian nationals this week, Iranian media reported on Saturday.

Iran ministry protests over arrests in U.S. of its nationals

KARACHI - Sixteen security personnel were killed in northwest Pakistan in an attack by Islamist militants early on Saturday, a senior police official in the South Waziristan region said, as Islamist fighters step up their assaults on the security forces.

Islamist militants in northwest Pakistan kill 16 security personnel, police officer says

LONDON - The Russian embassy in London on Saturday described Britain's planned transfer to Ukraine of more than 2 billion pounds ($2.5 billion) backed by frozen Russian assets as a \"fraudulent scheme\".

FILE PHOTO: Britain's Defence Secretary John Healey is greeted by Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, at the Ministry of Defence in Kyiv, during a visit to Ukraine. Picture date: Wednesday December 18, 2024. Stefan Rousseau/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo

Russia's UK embassy denounces G7 loans to Ukraine as 'fraudulent scheme'

VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis on Saturday again condemned Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, a day after an Israeli government minister publicly denounced the pontiff for suggesting the global community should study whether the military offensive there constitutes a genocide of the Palestinian people.

Pope Francis delivers a Christmas message to Vatican workers in Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, December 21, 2024. REUTERS/Ciro De Luca

Pope calls Gaza airstrikes 'cruelty' after Israeli minister's criticism

The victim’s dismembered body was found inside a freezer covered in a thick layer of tape.

The dismembered body of 62-year-old Hans-Peter Mack was found inside a freezer at a house in southern Thailand’s Chonburi province in July 2023.

Thai court delivers death penalty, life sentences for German’s murder

This week’s top reads from The Straits Times, Dec 21, 2024

Ange Postecoglou assumed a position of solidarity this week when speaking of the difficulty of being a Premier League manager.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou reacting after his side's 4-3 League Cup quarter-final win over Manchester United.

Postecoglou’s joke shines a light on Premier League managers’ fragile existence

The suspect was arrested on Dec 6 and remanded for six days to assist in the investigation.

Statutory rape case reported at Malaysian flood evacuation centre

PARIS - A French court sentenced eight people to prison terms ranging from one to 16 years for their roles in a hate campaign that culminated in the murder of a teacher who had shown caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad in class, local media reported.

FILE PHOTO: General view of the courthouse on the Ile de la Cite on the first day of the trial of eight people accused of involvement in the beheading of French history teacher Samuel Paty by a suspected Islamist in 2020 in an attack outside his school in the Paris suburb of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, in Paris, France, November 4, 2024. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

Eight convicted in France over murder of teacher who showed Prophet caricature

MAGDEBURG, Germany - The death toll from a car-ramming at a German Christmas market in the city of Magdeburg rose to four on Saturday, according to German newspaper Bild, after a Saudi man was arrested on suspicion of ploughing a car into the crowd.

Magdeburg Christmas after a car drove into a crowd, December 21, 2024. REUTERS/Axel Schmidt

Death toll from German Christmas market car-ramming rises to four, Bild reports

Over the past few years, violence committed by Islamic militant groups has surged in north-western Pakistan.

A police officer guarding a checkpoint in Karak, Pakistan, after unknown militants opened fire at a polio vaccination team, killing one, on Dec 16.

Terrorism roars back in Pakistan, 10 years after a campaign to end it

Tickets are available only at Jalan Besar Stadium. Home section tickets are priced from $24, while away section tickets, which cost $38, can be purchased only on match day.

They can be purchased only at Jalan Besar Stadium, where the match will be held, with home tickets priced from $24.

Tickets for Lions’ Asean C’ship semi-final, 1st leg to go on sale from Dec 22

Spending money for friendships should be thought of as an investment in a community that will grow through phases of life.

Meet up in person every once in a while, even if it means opening your wallet, to combat the toll of isolation and loneliness.

Making new friends costs money, but it’s worth it 

Stoke stalwart played the last of his 19 internationals before the tournament, in which he did not feature.

George Eastham is a legend at Stoke, famously scoring the winner in the 1972 League Cup final, helping the club win their first major trophy.

World Cup-winning England football squad member George Eastham dies aged 88

Investigations revealed tat the suspect had been selling replica firearms online for months.

Investigations revealed that a Malaysian man detained in one of the raids had been selling replica firearms online for several months.

Malaysian cops seize over 600 replica guns in KL, Kelantan raids

KARACHI - Twenty-five civilians were sentenced by a Pakistani military court to periods of two to 10 years of \"rigorous imprisonment\" in connection with attacks on military facilities in 2023, the armed forces' media wing said on Saturday.

FILE PHOTO: Pakistan's national flag flatters during a ceremony to celebrate Pakistan's 75th Independence Day, at the Mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi, Pakistan August 14, 2022. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro/File Photo

Pakistan military court jails 25 over 2023 attacks

The government says it wants an alternative in case renewable energies cannot be expanded sufficiently.

Switzerland announced earlier that its oldest nuclear plant, Beznau, would be kept running until 2033.

Swiss govt wants to lift ban on more nuclear power plants 

Sanjoy Roy, a civic volunteer in the hospital, was arrested the day after the murder.

The discovery of the doctor’s bloodied body at a government hospital in Kolkata on Aug 9 sparked nationwide anger at the chronic issue of violence against women.

Indian man denies hospital rape and murder of doctor

Despite the association of snow with Christmas in Britain, heavy snowfall on Dec 25 is actually a rare thing.

The most recent official white Christmas in Britain was last year, with 11 per cent of stations recording snow falling, though none reported snow actually on the ground.

Why Britain has so many white Christmases (technically) 

The world’s biggest stablecoin issuer, Tether, is on track to close the year with more than US$10 billion in net profits, chief executive Paolo Ardoino said in an interview.

Much of Tether’s earnings come from investing its reserves backing stablecoins into US Treasuries, gold and other securities.

Tether sees US$10 billion in net profits for 2024

Alphabet’s Google proposed on Friday (Dec 20) a loosening of its agreements with Apple and others to set Google as the default search engine on new devices to address a US ruling that it unlawfully dominates online search.

While Google plans to appeal that ruling at the end of the case, it says the upcoming “remedies” phase should focus on its distribution agreements with browser developers, mobile device manufacturers and wireless carriers.

Google says it could loosen search deals in US antitrust case

From Brazil to South Korea, emerging-market central banks are forming a line of defence as a rising US dollar pushes their currencies to multi-year lows.

Authorities in developing economies are on the defensive as the greenback’s strength wreaks havoc across global markets.

Billions of dollars, bold action: Emerging markets battle a surging greenback

Bushfires in Australia’s Victoria state burnt out of control on Saturday (Dec 21), with authorities issuing an evacuation order at the highest danger rating for hundreds of residents in the state’s west.

Authorities have warned of a high-risk bush fire season this Australian summer after several quiet seasons compared with the 2019-2020 “Black Summer” fires.

Australian authorities urge hundreds to flee out-of-control bushfires

Mexico City is preparing for the 2026 Fifa World Cup with plans to increase investment in mobility and security next year, according to a top official.

Mexico City will host the opening match for the Fifa World Cup that will be held alongside the US and Canada. 

Mexico City to boost mobility, security ahead of Fifa World Cup

The Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or Sias, will step up efforts to boost retail participation in local stocks in 2025 and build on what has been a bumper year for investors.

David Gerald, founder, president and chief executive of SIAS, hopes to see more high-quality listings to attract greater institutional interest and liquidity.

Sias to take its Invest Singapore programme to the heartlands

Singapore’s main stock index is on track to have its best annual performance since 2017, but any celebrations over the Straits Times Index’s (STI) 15 per cent gain so far this year are likely to be overshadowed by doubts about what lies ahead.

A deeper look at the Straits Times Index's gains this year suggests the rally is primarily driven by banks.

Singapore stocks’ best year since 2017 masks downbeat outlook

Confronting a broad decline in demand for their usual fare, including US$3,000-and-up handbags and US$4,000-and-up cashmere jackets, major marketers of designer and luxury merchandise are broadening their product lines to emphasise scarves, belts, wallets and home goods priced at US$500 and under.

LVMH is already facing pressure due to slowing sales.

Luxury labels bulk up on lower-priced goods to appeal to middle-class shoppers

The US House of Representatives voted on Friday (Dec 20) to avert a government shutdown with just hours to spare, with Democrats joining Republicans to advance a funding bill keeping the lights on through mid-March.

Trump has been clear that he is willing to see a shutdown if he does not get his way.

US House passes bill to avert shutdown, Senate vote to follow

The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) executive board approved a US$1.1 billion disbursement to Ukraine on Friday (Dec 20) as part of an ongoing loan programme to provide budget support.

Friday’s payout brings the total disbursed under the programme since it was signed in March 2023 to around US$9.8 billion.

IMF board approves US$1.1 billion disbursement for Ukraine

A suspected attacker drove a car into a Christmas market in Germany on Friday (Dec 20) evening, killing at least two people, the Deutsche Presse-Agentur (DPA) news agency reported.

Emergency personnel work at a Christmas market after a car drove into a group of people, according to local media, in Magdeburg, Germany.

Suspected attack on German Christmas market kills at least 2

Oil prices were little changed at their settle on Friday (Dec 20) as markets weighed Chinese demand and interest rate-cut expectations after data showed cooling US inflation.

A weaker dollar makes oil cheaper for holders of other currencies, while rate cuts could spur economic growth and boost oil demand.

Oil steady as markets weigh Fed rate cut expectations, Chinese demand

Europe’s Stoxx 600 clocked its second straight weekly fall on Friday (Dec 20), with the healthcare sector leading losses after Danish firm Novo Nordisk tumbled on disappointing data from its next generation obesity drug trial.

The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closes 0.9 per cent lower.

Europe: Shares see worst week in more than 3 months as healthcare slides 

US stocks rallied to close out the trading week on Friday (Dec 20) after two lacklustre sessions as a cooler-than-expected inflation report and comments from Federal Reserve officials eased worries about the path of interest rates.

The Dow and S&P record their biggest daily percentage gains since Nov 6.

US: Stocks rally after inflation data but close lower for the week

Its approach connects mobile phones to traditional banking services

Rajib Saha, co-founder and chief executive officer of Singapore-based Setara Networks Worldwide, Indepay’s parent company., notes that its goal is to improve Indonesia’s digital economy by building infrastructure.

Indepay targets lower transaction costs for Indonesia’s MSMEs with zero-fee model

It is expected to reap net proceeds of about S$318.2 million from the transaction

Once the divestment is completed, all of OUE Reit’s assets would be located in Singapore.

OUE Reit divests entire stake in Shanghai office property for 1.9 billion yuan

WALL Street’s main indices dropped at the open on Friday (Dec 20) on fears over high interest rates next year, although a cooler-than-expected inflation report for November stymied losses.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average falls 46 points, or 0.11 per cent, at the open to 42,296.26.

US: Wall Street falls at open on concerns over rate outlook

INDONESIA’S anti-graft agency has raided the office of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) as part of an investigation into alleged misuse of corporate social responsibility funds by financial regulators, the agency said on Friday (Dec 20).

The raid was on Thursday, days after the agency conducted similar search at the central bank’s headquarters, according to Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

Indonesia anti-graft body raids office of Financial Services Authority

THE Swiss parliament heavily criticised the previous leadership of Switzerland’s financial regulator Finma in a landmark enquiry into last year’s collapse of Credit Suisse.

Finma’s 2017 decision to grant Credit Suisse relief from capital requirements obscured the true state of the bank and prevented corrective measures from being taken on time.

Swiss bank watchdog blundered on Credit Suisse, report finds

SINGAPORE-HEADQUARTERED insurance technology company bolttech has raised more than US$100 million in its latest funding round, led by Dragon Fund of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and fintech direct lender Liquidity Group, it said on Friday (Dec 20).

Global insurtech investment hit US$1.38 billion in the third quarter of this year, the highest since the first quarter of 2023.

Singapore’s bolttech, valued at US$2.1 billion, raises over US$100 million

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Step into Hong Kong: Experience the "Immersive Hong Kong" Exhibition in Dubai

JOYPOLIS SPORTS HONG KONG, held its grand opening ceremony today. SEGA's iconic character, SONIC the Hedgehog, joined all officiating guests to share the joy. From left: Mr Chan Kam-lung, Director representative, Supreme Joy Limited; Mr Alan Ho, Director, Supreme Joy Limited; Mr. Arnold Lau, Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion, InvestHK; Mr Stanley Chan, Director, Supreme Joy Limited and the owner of the legendary Hong Kong racehorse "Golden Sixty"; Mr John Sharkey, Project Director, Kai Tak Sports Park Limited; Dr Bonnie Or, Director, Supreme Joy Limited; Mr Shuji Utsumi, President and COO of SEGA CORPORATION; Mr Vincent Law, Executive Director, Supreme Joy Limited; Mr. Justin Scarpone, Executive Vice President, Executive Officer and Head of Global Transmedia Group of SEGA; Mr. Nishiumi Shigehiro, Deputy Consul-General of Japan, Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong; Mrs Alice Law, Managing Director, Supreme Joy Limited and Mr. Keo. W of “Hungry Tiger Hidden Dragon”.

Japan's first overseas JOYPOLIS SPORTS flagship complex opens in Kai Tak Sports Park

Mr. Paul Ng (middle), the Executive Director and Head of International Operations of ZJLD Group

ZJLD Awarded the 2024 Hong Kong Corporate Governance and ESG Excellence Award by the Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies

Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer (Left) and Ang Eng Siong, CEO of OCBC China (Right) at the MoU signing ceremony.

XTransfer and OCBC Jointly Announce Comprehensive Partnership

 Guangzhou Development Zone 

Guangzhou Development Zone Aims to Build a Bridgehead for the opening up of Guangzhou, China

HKU engineering researchers develop revolutionary diamond fabrication technology

Agilis Robotics completes world's first robot-assisted bladder tumour resection in clinical trial

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LOFTER GROUP Awarded 12 Honors at PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, Recognized as Best Boutique Developer (Hong Kong and Macau) 

About PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group):

Delta Dunia Group Delivers Steady 9M 2024 Results with Transformative Milestones to Fuel Long-Term Growth

Plastic Waste Exchange by 1win and Recycledge

Exchange Plastic for Rewards with 1win and Recycledge

AIM Vaccine 

AIM Vaccine has obtained clinical approval for two heavyweight products, creating new growth points for performance

Thai SELECT

Ministry of Commerce partners with renowned chef Wolfgang Puck to elevate Thai SELECT’s global recognition

Andrew Ho, Director of Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative - CLAP-TECH Centre, (left) and Patrick Tam, Principal Advisor at 3 Screens Strategic Advisors Limited (right), an industry partner of Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative - CLAP-TECH Pathway, discussed CLAP-TECH’s survey findings and their implications.

Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative - CLAP-TECH Pathway Reveals Latest Talent Survey Results in Information and Communications Technology and Creative Media Industries

The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) shines at the ACES Awards 2024! Receiving the prestigious Green Initiative Award on Day 1, DBP was represented by Michael de Jesus, President and CEO (right center), and Carolyn Olfindo, SVP/Head of the Branch Banking Sector (left center). The award was presented by Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of the ACES Awards (far left), and Luis Bueno Nieto, Advisor to the ACES Council (far right). Adding to the celebration, Michael de Jesus was honoured on Day 2 with the Outstanding Leaders in Award, in recognition of his exemplary leadership that continues to drive DBP towards sustainable and impactful growth. DBP leading the way in green initiatives and inspiring leadership!

Development Bank of the Philippines Celebrates Consecutive and Dual Honors at Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability (ACES) 2024

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Management change at X-CAGO: Ingo Kästner takes over the reins

Sansiri, Thailand's Most Trusted Brand, Launches ‘the Society’: A New Social Space In Cherngtalay-Bang Tao, Phuket, Set To Become A Global Brand

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Vietnam pushes for prompt removal of the ‘IUU Yellow Card’

Datuk Muzafar receiving the Brandlaureate Digitech BestBrands Award 2024 – Visionary Tech.

Commerce Dot Com Wraps Up a Momentous 25th Anniversary Year with the Prestigious Digitech Best Brands Award 2024

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Top 50 Best Places to Work in the Middle East for 2024

Sun Group broke ground on the Aspira Tower project in Hon Thom island.
          
 

Phu Quoc welcomes the world’s most prestigious resort brands

WeJoy

WePlay Christmas Carnival: WePlay App Officially Announces Christmas Live Stream Collaboration with Alfea from G22

Vinhomes and Nomura Real Estate will cooperate closely in the following areas: housing development, commercial real estate, logistics centers, and other real estate-related sectors.

Vinhomes and Nomura Real Estate Group sign MoU for strategic cooperation in real estate development

The Top 7 Best Places to Work in Egypt for 2024 revealed

Through this collaboration, Xanh SM and its partners are joining forces to develop sustainable mobility solutions, delivering tangible value and exceptional experiences to customers in Indonesia.

Xanh SM forms strategic partnerships with leading Indonesian firms to advance sustainable green mobility

John Sharkey, Project Director of KTSP (left); Man Kit Ip, Chief Executive Officer of CTF Life (middle) and Ellick Tsui, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of CTF Life (right) celebrate the partnership, under which CTF Life has become the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP and the Presenting Partner of the Kai Tak Arena Grand Hall.

CTF Life Named Kai Tak Sports Park’s Exclusive Founding Insurance Partner Launching Community Fencing Programme to Nurture Future World-class Fencers 

Best Places to Work

Top 3 Best Places to Work in Indonesia for 2024 revealed

Top 3 Best Places to Work in Vietnam for 2024 revealed

The Top 5 Best Places to Work in Thailand for 2024 revealed

Yunnan Liwen Technology Co., LTD

Yunnan Offers The Perfect Fusion of Scenic Landscapes and Vibrant Culture

The Top 7 Best Places to Work in India for 2024 revealed

Top 3 Best Places to Work in Malaysia for 2024 revealed

Top 3 Best Places to Work in Singapore for 2024 revealed

The Top 6 Best Places to Work in the Philippines for 2024 revealed

Top 20 Best Places to Work in the Asia-Pacific Region for 2024 revealed

The Mills Fabrica_InnoWelltors’ Day (1)

The Mills Fabrica Hosts its First InnoWelltors’ Day in Partnership with Swiss Sportswear Brand On, Championing Wellness in Hong Kong’s Startup Community

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Nya Launches UniPaws.World, Community-Driven Platform for Digital Identity

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