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Behind Xi and Putin's effusive rhetoric, issues remain for China-Russia ties
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Behind Xi and Putin's effusive rhetoric, issues remain for China-Russia ties

Beijing must protect its own interests as it provides a lifeline for Russian economy

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May 18, 2024
Automated immigration clearance kicks in for all visitors at Changi
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Automated immigration clearance kicks in for all visitors at Changi

It is a step towards passport-free clearance, which S’pore aims to roll out by end-2024

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May 18, 2024
Data leak reveals accused Su's links to sale of Dubai properties
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Data leak reveals accused Su's links to sale of Dubai properties

Su Jianfeng allegedly has a property holding there larger than what he had confessed to

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May 18, 2024
2 cops dead, 1 injured after attack on Johor police station by JI suspect
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2 cops dead, 1 injured after attack on Johor police station by JI suspect

Family members of suspect, who was shot dead, among seven arrested

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May 18, 2024
SCDF officer who died fighting fire on vessel was an only child who wanted to help others
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SCDF officer who died fighting fire on vessel was an only child who wanted to help others

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) regular officer who died in the line of duty was a nursing graduate who wanted to help others, and eventually found his calling as a firefighter.

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May 18, 2024
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Science Park set to get 300-unit condo as first residential project

Master developer says adding homes is a logical step’ as part of phased rejuvenation

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May 18, 2024
GAWILAN EYES PARIS PEAK
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GAWILAN EYES PARIS PEAK

But before that, the Filipino is set to duel with Toh at OCBC Aquatic Centre

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May 17, 2024
DOI WANTS TO BE SPL LEGEND ON RETURN
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DOI WANTS TO BE SPL LEGEND ON RETURN

After tough’ stints, 2021 Player of the Year looks to make a bigger impact with Geylang

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May 17, 2024
Intensity helps Paul to unlock Hurkacz
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Intensity helps Paul to unlock Hurkacz

When things got a little topsy-turvy at the Italian Open quarter-finals on May 16, Tommy Paul told himself that he had to up the \"intensity\" to win.

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May 17, 2024
DONCIC PLAYS SMILING ASSASSIN
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DONCIC PLAYS SMILING ASSASSIN

Slovenian star finds his focus as Mavericks silence Thunder; Celtics see off Cavaliers

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May 17, 2024
VJC TEAMS FLOOR RIVALS IN A DIVISION
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VJC TEAMS FLOOR RIVALS IN A DIVISION

Boys survive tense test in shoot-out win over RI as girls avenge loss to River Valley

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May 17, 2024
SIA shares slip amid Investor concerns over rise In costs
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SIA shares slip amid Investor concerns over rise In costs

Carrier says it is well-positioned despite headwinds as competition intensifies

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May 17, 2024
Red Sea disruptions fragmenting global LNG trade into regions
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Red Sea disruptions fragmenting global LNG trade into regions

LONDON It has been four months since a liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker has passed through the narrow strait separating the Arabian Peninsula and Africa, testament to how violent attacks there have upended global energy trade.

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May 17, 2024
Charles Keith’s co-founder named Businessman of the Year
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Charles Keith’s co-founder named Businessman of the Year

Charles Wong lauded for role in turning shoe retailer into global fashion brand

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May 17, 2024
Amazon workers say they struggle to afford food, rent
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Amazon workers say they struggle to afford food, rent

But firm describes study on US employees’ economic well-being as deeply flawed’

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May 17, 2024
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SUTD partners 12 institutions to enhance design education

Global alliance to explore student and faculty exchanges; it includes schools in Beijing, NY

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May 17, 2024
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wner of S’pore firm not personally liable for breach of test kit contract

Apex court allows appeal of owner sued by Buenos Aires government for delivery failure

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May 17, 2024
French prison van attack signals new levels of drug violence
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French prison van attack signals new levels of drug violence

A motorway attack that claimed the lives of two prison officers in France this week marks a new level of violence by the latest generation of drug traffickers, according to police officers and experts.

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May 17, 2024
Biden and rump to face off in debates on June 27, Sept lO
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Biden and rump to face off in debates on June 27, Sept lO

Debates fraught with risks for both, who face a tight race and low voter enthusiasm

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May 17, 2024
Slovak leader in serious state after assassination attempt
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Slovak leader in serious state after assassination attempt

Too soon to say if he will recover; shooting reveals country’s deep political divisions

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May 17, 2024
India grants citizenship to first 14 refugees under controversial law
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India grants citizenship to first 14 refugees under controversial law

Move comes amid election during which religious divisions have taken centre stage

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May 17, 2024
Israeli forces bombard Jabalia in north Gaza, pound Rafah in south without advancing
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Israeli forces bombard Jabalia in north Gaza, pound Rafah in south without advancing

Israel's tanks pushed into the heart of Jabalia in northern Gaza on May 16, facing anti-tank rockets and mortar bombs from militants concentrated there, while in the south, its forces pounded Rafah without advancing, Palestinian residents and militants said.

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May 17, 2024
Treat crew on S'pore-flagged ship in US bridge collapse fairly: Unions
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Treat crew on S'pore-flagged ship in US bridge collapse fairly: Unions

Visa restrictions, ongoing probes prevent 21 on board from disembarking

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May 17, 2024
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Death toll from flash floods in Sumatra rises to 67

In tears, Mr Yose Rizal, 43, placed flowers on the graves of his sister and niece who died during the intense flooding in Indonesia's West Sumatra province. Three of Mr Yose's relatives are still missing.

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May 17, 2024
Chinese military shows off robot dogs of war’ in Cambodia drills
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Chinese military shows off robot dogs of war’ in Cambodia drills

Cambodia China's military showed off its machine gun-equipped robot battle \"dogs\" on May 16 at the start of its biggest ever drills with Cambodian forces, as the US frets about Beijing's growing influence in the South-east Asian country.

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May 17, 2024
KL minister's plan to send orang utans to countries buying palm oil panned
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KL minister's plan to send orang utans to countries buying palm oil panned

Critics say Malaysian govt should focus on deforestation as the apes are endangered

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May 17, 2024
Xi, Putin slam US as they pledge to deepen close military ties
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Xi, Putin slam US as they pledge to deepen close military ties

They say Washington displaying aggressive behaviour that threatens their countries

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May 17, 2024
2 businessmen in S'pore put on China's wanted list weeks after raid in 2023
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2 businessmen in S'pore put on China's wanted list weeks after raid in 2023

They are among 74 on the run from Beijing for involvement in online gambling syndicate

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May 17, 2024
Tech advances can help address needs of ageing population, says Indranee
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Tech advances can help address needs of ageing population, says Indranee

Longer lives also allow seniors to extend time in workforce: Minister

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May 17, 2024
New centre to help S’pore fight online harms gets 50m funding
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New centre to help S’pore fight online harms gets 50m funding

Service that verifies suspicious content for its users among those supported by centre

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May 17, 2024