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WASHINGTON - Newly sworn-in President Donald Trump vowed on Monday that the United States would take back the Panama Canal as he delivered an inauguration speech in which he invoked the 19th century expansionist doctrine of \"Manifest Destiny.\"

FILE PHOTO: Monrovia NSU CHALLENGER bulk carrier transits the expanded canal through Cocoli Locks at the Panama Canal, on the outskirts of Panama City, Panama April 19, 2023. REUTERS/Aris Martinez/File Photo

Trump, invoking expansionist agenda, says US will take back Panama Canal

MADRID - Bayer Leverkusen need to be ruthless to win at Atletico Madrid and edge closer to a direct spot in the Champions League last 16, manager Xabi Alonso said ahead of Tuesday's clash.

Soccer Football - Champions League - Bayer Leverkusen v Inter Milan - BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany - December 10, 2024 Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso before the match REUTERS/Thilo Schmuelgen/ File Photo

Leverkusen must beat Atletico to close on top-eight finish, says Alonso

CAIRO/TEL AVIV - A Hamas official said on Monday the Palestinian militant group would next release hostages on Sunday, a day later than expected under a complex ceasefire accord reached this month with Israel.

FILE PHOTO: A man looks at pictures and memorabilia related to fallen soldiers, hostages and people killed during the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, ahead of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, at a public square in Tel Aviv, Israel, January 16, 2025. REUTERS/Shir Torem/File Photo

Hamas says next hostages to be released on Sunday, a day later than expected

BOGOTA - At least 20 Colombian fighters from rival rebel factions were killed in weekend clashes over control of a strategic jungle area for drug trafficking, military sources and the human rights ombudsman office reported on Monday.

Rebel violence in the Colombian jungle leaves 20 dead

Just days after Mr Brendan Khor left his executive director role at an interior design firm in 2019, his clients and suppliers urged him to strike out on his own.

Mr Brendan Khor (left) co-founded Conexus Studio with design director Aviruth Trungtreechart (right), making it clear from the start that quality would be the firm’s cornerstone.

Strong work ethic, consistency: How design firm lands clients like Sony, Ubisoft

The Year of the Snake traditionally symbolises good luck, wealth and longevity in the Chinese Zodiac.

Investors should also look beyond cash and fixed deposits to generate regular income streams and beat inflation.

What strategies can Singapore investors pursue in the Year of the Snake?

As a trader with over three decades of experience in the forex trading industry, Mr Wong Joo Seng knows how it feels to make a promising trade, only to be crippled by an outdated system plagued with delays.

Mr Wong Joo Seng (front row, right) with his team at Spark Systems. 

Where every millisecond is money: Fintech firm’s ultra-fast solution puts S’pore on the map

Besides on-the-ground capabilities and having a more intimate understanding of their customers’ challenges, InsiderSecurity also taps AI and automation to help firms build robust defences

Chief executive officer Jonathan Phua (fourth from right) and the InsiderSecurity team at GovWare 2024.

Local edge: S’pore cybersecurity start-up’s strategic advantage over global giants

Margins are low and competition is stiff in the shipping industry. However, ASL Global has found a way to stand out with its single-minded focus on delivering good customer service.

Mr Americ See (standing), managing director of ASL Global, shares that quality service helps the company stand out in a highly competitive industry.

Red carpet excellence: How freight forwarder sets new industry standards with detailed attention

Returning from winter vacations or spring cleaning for the new year often leads to one place: the laundromat. While some see doing laundry as a chore, Fresh Laundry co-founder Willy Soh sees the activity as an opportunity to teach his four children about domestic responsibilities, and to spend quality time together.

(From left) General manager of Fresh Laundry Gary Tan, managing director (APAC) of Alliance Laundry Systems Benjamin Leo Dobbs, senior director of sales (APAC) of Alliance Laundry Systems Eddie Tay, sales director (SEA) of Alliance Laundry Systems Sukree Kirai and director of Fresh Laundry Jordan Boo.

Inside their winning formula: How laundromat partners guide others to success 

By demonstrating measurable results for clients, Ice Cube Marketing has increased its customer base both in Singapore and across the region.

The Ice Cube Marketing team at their Singapore headquarters. The digital marketing agency has tripled its revenue in three years by applying the same data-driven strategies it uses on its clients. 

How agency tripled its growth in three years with data-driven strategies and marketing fundamentals

Juventus coach Thiago Motta praised some of his young players ahead of his side's trip to Club Brugge in the Champions League on Tuesday, adding that he has most of the squad available.

Soccer Football - Champions League - Juventus v Manchester City - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - December 11, 2024 Juventus coach Thiago Motta  celebrates after the match REUTERS/Claudia Greco/ File Photo

Motta hails Juve youngsters ahead of Brugge clash

WASHINGTON - They came from New York and Washington, North Carolina and Southern California, New Jersey and Newcastle, and even Europe and China.

Gregg Donovan wears a pendant with a picture of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump as his supporters gather outside Capital One Arena, for a rally a day before he is scheduled to be inaugurated for a second term, in Washington, U.S., January 19, 2025. REUTERS/Daniel Cole

'We're back. I'm excited': Portraits of the crowd at Trump's inauguration

He issued the threat, without explaining details, after weeks of refusing to rule out military action against the country.

Mr Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the Rotunda of the US Capitol in Washington.

Trump vows to ‘take back’ Panama Canal from China, despite ‘peacemaker’ pledge

LISBON - Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has played down talk of his side lifting the Champions League trophy this year and said he was only focused on winning Tuesday's clash at Benfica and working on areas where they could improve.

Soccer Football - LaLiga - Getafe v FC Barcelona - Estadio Coliseum, Getafe, Spain - January 18, 2025 FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick before the match REUTERS/Ana Beltran/ File Photo

Barcelona manager Flick plays down Champions League title talk

Hosts Valencia and Real Sociedad have condemned the racist abuse aimed at visiting Japan international Take Kubo and forward Ander Barrenetxea during Sunday's match at the Mestalla stadium.

Soccer Football - Europa League - Real Sociedad v Ajax Amsterdam - Reale Arena, San Sebastian, Spain - November 28, 2024 Real Sociedad's Ander Barrenetxea celebrates scoring their first goal REUTERS/Vincent West/ File Photo

Valencia condemn racist abuse aimed at two Sociedad substitutes

SAO PAULO - A law passed by legislators in Brazil's largest farm state Mato Grosso that changes the classification of endangered biomes inside state borders will likely weaken environmental protections there, according to climate activists.

A young male jaguar is seen at Encontro das Aguas State Park, in the Pantanal, the largest wetland in the world, in Pocone, Mato Grosso, Brazil, October 7, 2024. REUTERS/Sergio Moraes/ File Photo

Brazil's biggest farm state seeks to weaken environmental protections

LONDON - Britain announced a public inquiry on Monday into the murder of three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance event last year, a crime that ignited days of violent riots.

Police officers and others stand outside the front of Liverpool Crown Court at the start of the trial of Axel Rudakubana, in Liverpool, Britain, January 20, 2025. REUTERS/Phil Noble

Britain to launch investigation into murders of three girls in Southport

He will invoke a 1798 law last used to detain noncitizens of Japanese, German, and Italian descent in World War Two.

US President Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in on Jan 20.

Trump outlines sweeping US border crackdown, mass deportation push

BRUSSELS - The European Union is considering a step-by-step suspension of multiple economic sanctions targeting Syria as it seeks to support the country’s transition, while retaining some leverage, according to two internal documents seen by Reuters.

FILE PHOTO: A general view shows Damascus from Mount Qasioun, after one month since the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, January 7, 2025. REUTERS/Khalil Ashawi/File Photo

EU considers 'staged approach' to suspending Syria sanctions

DONALD Trump vowed to usher in a new era of American greatness, minutes after he was sworn in as president for the second time to complete an extraordinary political comeback following two assassination attempts, a felony conviction and an indictment for attempting to overturn his 2020 election loss.

Donald Trump's swearing-in marks just the second time in US history that a president lost the office and managed to return to power - a comeback cementing his place within the Republican Party as an enduring, transformational figure rather than a one-term aberration. 

Trump sworn in a second time, vows ‘golden age of America’

Here are the key figures shaping Trump’s agenda for his second term in office.

US president-elect Donald Trump at a rally on Jan 19, the day before his inauguration.

Who’s who in Donald Trump’s Cabinet line-up

PRESIDENT Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have congratulated United States President Donald Trump on his inauguration, noting the strong ties between Singapore and the US.

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and PM Lawrence Wong have congratulated United States President Donald Trump on his inauguration.

President Tharman, PM Wong congratulate Trump on his inauguration

FOR budget furniture retailer Ikea, the fewer trade tariffs there are, the better, CEO of Ingka Group, the biggest global Ikea franchisee, told Reuters on Monday (Jan 20) as businesses braced for higher possible US tariffs under President Donald Trump.

“Now we see people returning to bigger investments like wardrobes, kitchens, and so on,” said Jesper Brodin, CEO of Ingka Group.

Top Ikea retailer says in Davos that tariffs could drive prices higher

Security was beefed up at the Seoul Detention Centre where Yoon is being held as a pre-trial inmate and at the Constitutional Court

Angry Yoon supporters stormed the Seoul Western District Court building (top) early on Sunday, destroying property and clashing with police.

South Korea's Yoon shuns questioning, as supporters face charges over court rampage

He says the country should seek progress while maintaining stability

President Xi Jinping also reiterated his call to promote high-level scientific and technological self-reliance.

Xi calls for proactive macro policies to keep China momentum

It accused China of pressuring innovative European high-tech companies into lowering their fees

It adds to a longer-running spat between Beijing and Brussels, which has seen the pair accuse each other of unfair practices and take a series of tit-for-tat measures. 

EU launches new WTO case against China high-tech patent rules

The key uncertainty is the timing and magnitude of fresh Trump tariffs, says OCBC chief economist

Trump has promised to issue executive orders, focusing on immigration, energy and government reform, within “hours” of his swearing-in. 

Asia markets wary as investors brace for barrage of executive orders from Trump 2.0

Biden’s parting gift throws down the gauntlet to the incoming president on industrial policy

Joe Biden's his parting gift to Donald Trump (above) is a new trade verdict that argues for US government support for the maritime, logistics and shipbuilding sectors in the face of Chinese competition.

Trump’s trade challenge

The chief justice’s rare admission of hiring difficulty came after a spate of foreign judges departed Hong Kong’s top court

Judges wearing robes and horsehair wigs attend a ceremony held to mark the opening of the legal year in Hong Kong on January 20, 2025.

Hong Kong chief justice admits difficulty hiring overseas amid tensions

MALAYSIA and the European Union have announced the resumption of negotiations for a free trade deal, 12 years after talks were put on hold over a disagreement related to the South-east Asian country’s palm oil industry.

“The free trade agreement is expected to unlock immense benefits across multiple sectors of Malaysia’s economy while strengthening the global supply chain in critical sectors,” Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's office said in a statement.

Malaysia and EU resume free trade negotiations

CHINESE hedge fund managers are racing to launch products styled on Bridgewater Associates’ popular “All Weather” strategy, to meet hot investor demand for a cushion against expected volatility during Donald Trump’s second US presidency.

Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio’s “All Weather” is a volatility-mitigating, multi-asset strategy that helped shield its Chinese clients from the brunt of the Sino-US trade war during Trump’s first term.

Chinese investors pile into Bridgewater-style funds, eyeing Trump return

For banks, the drive is helping them find partners, backed by billions in funds, that are less held back by regulators’ push to minimise lending risks

Blackstone  estimates that the potential scope for private high-grade asset-backed loans alone could surpass US$30 trillion.

Banks play matchmakers in private credit shift toward high grade

By leveraging interest rates, foreign exchange, trade and capital flows, the new US administration can affect the growth of these countries

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has indicated her willingness to work with Trump after the country was called out  for narcotics and immigration flows to the US. 

How Trump’s policy agenda impacts emerging markets

The Xiaohongshu mobile app / Image credit: Xiaohongshu

Xiaohongshu shows Americans a whole new social media world

CBRE, which is marketing the property, says it is suitable for an aviation business and can be used to maintain, repair and operate aircraft

The three-storey property sits on a 189,338 sq ft plot. It also houses a hangar, simulator halls, ancillary office and 75 car park lots.  

Airbus puts Seletar Aerospace Park facility up for sale at S$20 million upon Kelley Aerospace’s exit 

The tapestry was made up of over 35 kg of textiles from a donation drive held by UBS employees in Singapore, which collected over 400 kg of fabrics

From left: UBS Asia Pacific chairman Edmund Koh, country head of UBS Singapore Jin Yee Young, Minister of State Alvin Tan, and Singapore Book of Records founder Ong Eng Huat.

UBS sets new record in Singapore Book of Records with 60-metre long tapestry

Swiss private bank also positive on equities in Japan, China and India

Julius Baer sees an end to S&P 500's bull run, but forecasts US banks to benefit as the Federal Reserve may pause rate cuts this year to battle inflation.

Julius Baer sees end to S&P 500’s bull run; positive on US banks

Your course of action now depends on the original intention you had for your CPF money, assuming the SA was still open

The closure of the CPF Special Account for those who turned 55 from Jan 15 has raised questions on what to do with the SA funds, which will be transferred to the Ordinary Account.

What to do with your CPF funds after the Special Account closure

Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 303 to 192, as one billion securities worth S$908.2 million change hands

Singapore shares finished Monday slightly lower, even as most markets in the region ended higher.

Singapore shares end lower ahead of Trump inauguration; STI down 0.1% 

Distinguished guests including Mr. Cheang Kai Meng, Vice President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government (middle), Ms. Jennifer Si Tou,  Head of Tourism Product and Events Department of the Macao Government Tourism Office (third from left), curator Mr. Gary Mok (first from right), artists Ms. Sanchia Lau (first from left) and Mr. Ray Chan (second from right), Mr. Buddy Lam, Director of Corporate Affairs of GEG (third from right) and Ms. Hazel Wong, Executive Vice President of Retail of GEG (second from left), honored the opening ceremony of the Boom and Bloom Exhibition with their presence.

Galaxy Macau Welcomes the Spring Festival with the Boom and Bloom Exhibition

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ISCA Commits $6 Million to Launch Polytechnic Pathway Programme to Support Polytechnic Graduates in Becoming Chartered Accountants of Singapore; Builds on Full Employment Rate for Diploma Holders who completed SCAQ

About Arlo Technologies, Inc.

Arlo Introduces Advanced Fire Detection Technology: Revolutionising Home Safety With Real-Time Alerts

FabriX Pitti Immagine Uomo 2025

Weaving A Tradition for Innovation: FabriX Digital Fashion Roadshow Continues Its Fashion Capital journey and Debuts at Pitti Immagine Uomo 2025

Wildberries

Wildberries Expands AI-Based Tools for Marketplace Users

Gateway Development Alliance 

Acceptance Condition of Offer Reduced To 85% To Trigger Index Fund Acceptances and Accelerate Completion

Weaving Celebration of Fortunes Comes to Life at Pacific Place and Starstreet Precinct

At the HKFYG’s “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest Finals 2024,” the Open Division featured professional teams from Japan, Singapore and Taiwan, who competed alongside local vocal talent in an extraordinary musical showdown.

The HKFYG successfully concludes "Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest"

About Trend Micro

Trend Micro is Recognized as a 2024 Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms

Mr Patrick Tan, Managing Director of Kim Yew Integrated, presents a cheque during Kim Yew Integrated’s 40th anniversary dinner to Ms Chen Hui Fen, Editor of The Business Times and Board Member of TRCL, and Ms Elaine Tan, Head of Partnership Development at TRCL.

Kim Yew Integrated Celebrates 40 Years With $68,000 Donation To The Business Times Budding Artists Fund 

VinFast India officially launched at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.

VinFast officially enters the Indian market with the launch of the VF 6 and VF 7

Galaxy Macau joins hands with Guojiao 1573, a leading strong-aroma baijiu brand, to present Macau's first Guojiao 1573 pop-up store.

Galaxy Macau Collaborates with "Luzhou Laojiao · Guojiao 1573" Spring Festival Tasting Pop-Up Store Debuts

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First Phosphate Announces Filing of PEA Technical Report for the Bégin-Lamarche Phosphate Project, Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec, Canada

Asklepios Kliniken GmbH & Co. KGaA

Nomination period for the Broermann Medical Innovation Award started

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1st APAC Intelligent Finance Forum and "Embarking on Prosperity Journey Together" Partnership Convention Concluded Successfully in Hong Kong

The Functional Foods for Wellness Summit BKK 2025 concluded successfully in Bangkok, Thailand, on January 16th

The luxurious Capella at Galaxy Macau, set to open this year, was selected as the "Most Anticipated Hotel Opening of 2025 Award" by HotelShare The 10th InJoy Hotel & Travel Charts Award.

Galaxy Macau Celebrates 34 Awards, Continuing Its Ongoing Legacy of Luxury in Tourism and Leisure 

OPPO Find X8 and Find X8 Pro Achieve DXOMARK Gold Battery Label, Setting New Standards for Battery Life

ICONSIAM A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2025

ICONSIAM Hosts Spectacular Chinese New Year 2025 Celebration to Commemorate 50 Years of Thai-Chinese Relations

(Left) The current property on 30 Stanley Link Road. (Right) ‘Stanley House Project’ represents the highest standard in contemporary design adapted for a coastal living experience. Across the 3,269 square feet, the design will bring a stunning integration of indoor and outdoor living areas, while the elevated terrace brings ample relaxing space. It puts views, privacy, interconnectedness, and comfort all in one place. * For visualisation only

Discover ‘Stanley House Project’:  A Coastal Living Dream Realised

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Smart Mobility, Seamless Journeys:  APAS Leads a New Era for "Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles"

Chaoyang District of Beijing is dedicated to establishing a world-class "Two Rivers, One Belt" waterfront economic zone. 

Chaoyang District of Beijing Strives to Build a World-Class Waterfront Economic Zone

Prince Foundation has announced that online applications are now open for the fourth batch of the Chen Zhi Scholarship Program, which aims to provide support to 100 Cambodian university students in 2025.

Empowering Cambodia’s Next Leaders: Chen Zhi Scholarship Applications Now Open for 2025

The Asian Financial Forum draws 3,600-plus policymakers and business leaders from over 50 countries and regions.

Global finance leaders set tone for 2025 at the Asian Financial Forum

Yamal with the OPPO Find X8 Pro engraved with his name and jersey number.

Make Your Moment: OPPO Announces Lamine Yamal as Global Brand Ambassador

DHL x ANGUS TSUI - DHL Uniform Upcycled Collection

DHL refashions retired DHL courier uniforms for a charitable cause

Asia Financial Forum guests on the funicular Peak Tram

Hong Kong’s Flagship Financial Forum Guests Enjoy City’s Multi-Faceted Appeal with Tourism Board

Guests of Honor, Guest Speakers, and HKPC Council Members officiate the opening of the “ForeSight 2025.”

HKPC "ForeSight 2025" Explores Economic Future and Champions Sustainable Development in Hong Kong

Monash University Malaysia

Monash Leads the Charge in Reforming Malaysia’s Contract Law

CDNetworks

CDNetworks to Showcase Innovative Gaming Solutions at ICE 2025

(From left: Ms. Joe Ann Chong (Branding Promotion & Trade Marketing Manager of Alpro Group), Ms. Wong Siew Piin (Operation Director of Alpro Group), Stephanie Chang (Senior General Manager of Skechers Malaysia), Alex Ong (Sales Account Manager of Skechers Malaysia) )

Alpro Group Partners with Skechers Malaysia to Launch "Silver Step-Pro: Empowering Seniors to Take Every Step with Confidence" Campaign in Support of Active Aging and Fall Prevention

Guests are invited on a journey through the “Ruyi Gate” at the Diamond Lobby to experience a series of interactive digital features, including a lucky draw to win amazing prizes.

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