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Clashes injure 120 at protest against Mexico president
Istanbul hotel evacuated after 3 tourists die of suspected poisoning
Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Nov 16, 2025
Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Nov 16, 2025
Man accused of human trafficking allegedly assaulted ex-girlfriend who had posted bail for him
2 men arrested for suspected links to S’porean-led, Cambodia-based scam ring; 32 still at large
‘Job hugging’ up as resignation rates in S’pore at record lows, average job tenure rises to 8 years
From “Muslim-Friendly” to Jakim: Understanding Malaysia’s halal labels
US immigration raids begin in Charlotte, North Carolina
Man who rushed at Ariana Grande at Universal Studios Singapore charged with being a public nuisance
Johnson Wen is accused of committing the offence at the premiere of Wicked: For Good on Nov 13. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Clashes injure 120 at protest against Mexico president
The authorities arrested 20 people for crimes such as robbery and assault. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Istanbul hotel evacuated after 3 tourists die of suspected poisoning
A room on the ground floor of the hotel had recently been sprayed with pesticides. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Man accused of human trafficking allegedly assaulted ex-girlfriend who had posted bail for him
Italian citizen Achraf Arjaouy, 31, allegedly convinced a separate woman to be a sex worker in Dubai. Read more at straitstimes.com.
2 men arrested for suspected links to S’porean-led, Cambodia-based scam ring; 32 still at large
The group targeted Singapore victims and is believed to be responsible for losses of at least $41 million. Read more at straitstimes.com.
‘Job hugging’ up as resignation rates in S’pore at record lows, average job tenure rises to 8 years
At this point, I think a layoff will come as a blessing,” says one TikTok worker. Read more at straitstimes.com.
From “Muslim-Friendly” to Jakim: Understanding Malaysia’s halal labels
One group was found issuing its own “Muslim Choice” label to eateries for a fee. Read more at straitstimes.com.
US immigration raids begin in Charlotte, North Carolina
Leaders in the state's largest city gave warning of an expected operation on Nov 15 and urged people to seek help. Read more at straitstimes.com.