SINGAPORE — Bus travellers will be able to use QR codes to enter and exit Singapore's two land checkpoints during a trial starting end-November, said Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) on Nov 21. Eligible travellers on the trial at the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints will include Singapore residents — citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders — as well as foreigners who have previously visited the Republic. They will join others travelling from or to Johor by car, motorcycle or even bicycle, who can already opt to clear immigration at Singapore checkpoints with QR codes. Prior to the rollout of the initiative in March, ICA estimated cars with four travellers can save around 20 seconds when using QR codes, while clearance time for motorcycles and their pillion riders was has been reduced by around 30 per cent. The trial will begin from Nov 23 for those travelling through Tuas and the Second Link, and from Nov 28 for travellers using the Woodlands Checkpoint and the Causeway. Similar to those using private vehicles, bus travellers can generate a unique QR code on the MyICA app.

From zeroes to heroes? The number 0000 was the second prize number in the 4D draw on Nov 20, more than 10 years after the last time this happened on Sept 6, 2014. Stomp contributor Lee lamented: «Why, why, why second prize?» A Facebook user posted in the Complaint Singapore group a screenshot of the latest results with the quadruple aughts circled and asked: «This type of number how to strike?» In response, two people posted in the comments photos of a 4D betting slip for the Nov 20 draw that had 0000 as one of the numbers. PHOTO: Stomp One commenter recounted: "When I was in primary school, my dad asked me for a lottery number. I wasn't very interested as you know, a kid. I actually did give him a number and it was 0000.

There will be celebrations aplenty come New Year's Eve, with various activities to be held in the city centre and 17 heartland locations. Residents living in selected neighbourhoods — including Ang Mo Kio, Boon Lay, Bukit Panjang, Hougang, Marine Parade, Nee Soon, Tampines and Woodlands — can look forward to various activities at the celebrations held as part of One Countdown 2025. Some of these activities include live band performances, a New Year's Eve balloon drop and carnival rides. One Countdown will be the first in a series of events celebrating SG60, said the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth on Thursday (Nov 21).  Programme highlights for each countdown location will be revealed by organiser People's Association in early December.  Meanwhile, Singaporeans wanting to start the year with a bang can catch the fireworks displays at Marina Bay, Sentosa's Palawan Beach and Siloso Beach, as well as the Let's Celebrate 2025 countdown show held at Singapore Sports Hub. There will also be drone shows at the Yuewen Music Festival at Siloso Beach, and the countdown celebration at Clarke Quay.

Former deputy prime minister John Prescott has died aged 86 following a battle with Alzheimer's , his family has announced.

Russian air defenses have destroyed two UK-made Storm Shadow missiles over the past 24 hours, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

This paper studies the implications for the European Central Bank (ECB) of the new EU fiscal framework, focusing on five aspects where monetary and fiscal policies intersect: (1) fiscal dominance over monetary policy; (2) fiscal drag created by the new framework; (3) moral hazard created by very low interest rates; (4) the effectiveness of the ECB’s Transmission Protection Instrument (TPI), and (5) the impact of the new framework on green public investment. This document was provided by the Economic Governance and EMU Scrutiny Unit at the request of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) ahead of the Monetary Dialogue with the ECB President on 4 December 2024. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Ásrún Helga Kristinsdóttir, president of Grindavík's town council, says it was a surprise that the eruption should start now. Her husband and older daughter had to evacuate Grindavík under loud siren blasts.

The Girls Aloud Star was among the first to arrive at the service on Wednesday as she rallied around fellow singer Cheryl , who is the mother of Payne's seven-year-old son Bear.

Salary sacrifice allows you to get an electric car more affordably, with tax benefits and a wide variety of choice.

President-elect Donald Trump continues selecting prominent figures on cable television and celebrities to fill his cabinet and administration.

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How safe is our monarchy? While the late Queen was alive, there was no doubt about the answer: the overwhelming majority believed it was the chief factor in our 'Kingdom' being 'United'.

The incident has roiled Trump’s transition team since the former president announced Hegseth as his nominee for defense secretary.

Billionaire Gautam Adani has been accused by US prosecutors of bribing Indian officials to win contracts for solar projects Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine cannot sacrifice thousands of troops in an attempt to retake Crimea from Russia, Vladimir Zelensky has told Fox News Read Full Article at RT.com

The Netherlands have completed the delivery of 18 F-16 fighter jets to a Romanian base, where Ukrainian pilots are being trained Read Full Article at RT.com

The US played a major role in starting the Covid-19 pandemic, Robert Redfield has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

Kenya’s Catholic Church has announced that it will return cash gifts from the country’s president because of ethical concerns Read Full Article at RT.com

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged for the immediate arrest of billionaire Gautam Adani, citing US charges of bribery and fraud. Gandhi highlighted US prosecutors' allegations of $250 million in bribes paid by Adani and associates to Indian officials, emphasizing violations of both US and Indian law. He reiterated Congress's demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe into Adani's transactions.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut and Congress leader Nana Patole recently engaged in a public disagreement regarding the potential leadership of a future government in Maharashtra.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its first list of candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The list includes candidates for 10 constituencies. The announcement comes after a tumultuous year for the party, with Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal facing arrest and subsequent release on bail in connection with a money laundering investigation.

A total of 100 tons of food, medicine and basic necessities have already been provided to the Middle Eastern nation

Bitcoin could easily pass the $100,000 mark in the coming days and continue rising, up to the $300,000 level, the experts say

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Russian troops have taken new lines and positions northwest of Zolotaryoka as a result of successful operations

The Ukrainian military is attempting to move reserves to the city’s western outskirts as shown by data-recording equipment, the source said

The President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, received a warm reception upon landing at Accra's Kotoka International Airport for his inaugural official visit to Ghana, State House said on Wednesday.The visit coincides with the 100th Anniversary celebrations of King Prempeh I's return from exile in Seychelles, underscoring historical ties between the two nations.Ramkalawan and his delegation were welcomed by Ghana's Minister of State for Public Enterprises, Joseph Cudjoe. Joining the reception were Seychelles Ambassador to Ethiopia and Ambassador-Designate to Ghana, Conrad Mederic, alongside Ghana's newly appointed High Commissioner to Seychelles, Francisca Ashietey-Odunton, and other senior officials.The official ceremony featured vibrant cultural performances, showcasing Ghana's rich heritage.During his visit, Ramkalawan is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Ghana's President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. 

BJP leader Amit Malviya questioned the timing of a US report alleging bribes by the Adani Group, suggesting political motivations. Malviya pointed fingers at opposition parties, claiming they were in power in the states where the alleged bribes occurred. Congress, meanwhile, renewed calls for a parliamentary probe into the Adani Group's dealings.

EAST PORTLAND: East Portland Member of Parliament (MP), Ann Marie Vaz, told Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) supporters at a meeting Sunday night that two school buses have been procured to ease the burden on students travelling long distances to school...

Western Bureau: Residents of Lucea and Kew, in Hanover, are now in imminent danger of being flooded out as a result of a pile-up of bamboo at the Riley and Kew bridges, which could prevent the free flow of water should it rain heavily for any...

WESTERN BUREAU: Arthel Colley, the councillor for the Negril division in the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation (WMC), is not pleased with the way aid is being distributed to persons in his division who were impacted by Hurricane Beryl. According...

CHARLTON FALCONER has been a fisherman for over 42 years. It is the only trade he has known since he moved from St Thomas to Rae Town in Kingston, when he was 13 years old. He has fond memories of his early days fishing in the Kingston Harbour, and...

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 to Sunday, November 17, the Asafu Yard in the Maroon village of Charles Town in Portland teemed with mourners, well-wishers, bereaved family members, relatives, friends and associates of Colonel Marcia ‘Kim’ Douglas, who passed...