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Hundreds of drones, missiles launched at Kyiv and other regions
Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine early on Sept 28, killing at least four people and injuring dozens, in one of the most sustained attacks on the capital since full-scale war began.
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September 29, 2025
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Moscow steps up provocation in Europe, alarming leaders there
Experts see Russia's move as probing for potential weaknesses, assessing responses
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September 29, 2025
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Online trolls target Indian visa holders rushing to US
Far-right forum users move to clog flight reservation systems to disrupt bookings
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September 29, 2025
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How self-driving vehicles are tested before hitting the road
After test of basic moves, developers put up a demo along a designated route
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September 29, 2025
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TikTok influencer teens find fame offering a peek into their elite Manhattan lifestyles
A day in the life of Keeva Leddy, a 16-year-old in Manhattan, has a lot of moving parts.
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September 29, 2025
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3 charged after India stampede leaves 40 dead
Police charged three close aides of a popular actorturned-politician with culpable homicide and negligence on Sept 28 after a stampede at his rally in southern India killed at least 40 people, officials said.
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September 29, 2025
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Trump to meet top leaders in Congress over govt funding
US President Donald Trump will meet with the top Democratic and Republican leaders in Congress on Sept 29 to discuss government funding ahead of a Sept 30 deadline to keep the government open, a White House official said on Sept 27.
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September 29, 2025
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Indonesia's golden visa scheme generates investments worth $3.7b
Indonesia has generated 48 trillion rupiah (S$3.7 billion) worth of investments in connection with the issuance of the golden visa, a special residency permit introduced in 2024 to attract foreign investors to the country.
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September 29, 2025
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T. Rowe Price deepens retail presence in Singapore with retirement funds
US firm forging partnerships, launching investment solutions tailored for local investors
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September 29, 2025
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We must stop handing out gifts, says Maresca
Enzo Maresca warned Chelsea to stop “giving away presents” after their latest red card played a key role in a shock 3-1 defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on Sept 27.
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September 29, 2025
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Saudi-Pakistani defence pact signals major shift in Middle East, S. Asia alignments
Accord advances ties with vow of mutual defence and possibly gives Riyadh a nuclear shield
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September 29, 2025
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What makes us human? AI and dementia offer a clue
AI can simulate what we do, but humans cherish one another for who they are.
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September 29, 2025
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Singapore re-elected to council of UN aviation agency ICAO
Singapore was reelected to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) council at its 42nd assembly session, held in Montreal, Canada, on Sept 27.
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September 29, 2025
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Singapore faces rising threat of tick-borne diseases
As a city-state at the intersection of migratory bird routes, Singapore faces a rising threat of tick-borne diseases, flagged a recent symposium here dedicated to the bloodsucking parasite.
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September 29, 2025
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New cancer research institute to develop more accurate, less invasive tests
A key project is to assess tests that can be included in national screening programmes
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September 29, 2025
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RED ROSES ARE 'GREATEST TEAM'
Captain Aldcroft thinks so after third World Cup, while coach says they'll rule for a long time
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September 29, 2025
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K-pop idols' dabbling in alcohol game raises eyebrows again
SEOUL - K-pop idols and celebrities are increasingly stepping into the alcohol business, creating both opportunities and concerns in one of South Korea’s most tightly regulated industries.
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September 29, 2025
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Healthcare • Printed receipts still available at all clusters
We thank Mr Chun Shian Chew for raising concerns about the challenges seniors face with the paperless receipt initiative at healthcare institutions (Can seniors have printed receipts at healthcare institutions?, Sept 22).
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September 29, 2025
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Vietnam shuts airports, evacuates thousands as Typhoon Bualoi nears
Weather agency says storm is capable of triggering multiple natural disasters
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September 29, 2025
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Israeli tanks move deeper into Gaza City, trapping injured
73 requests to rescue injured Palestinians denied by Israel, says emergency service
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September 29, 2025
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Italian city may charge pet owners $2.30 a day for each dog they take into town
Drivers in London, New York and other major cities are used to being charged for taking cars into the city. Now one municipality may demand payment to take dogs into town.
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September 29, 2025
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KL land row raises questions over Anwar's urban renewal plan
Concerns that new Act will legitimise forced evictions, favour connected developers
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September 29, 2025
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Bangkok sinkhole: Rain control measures in place, says governor
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt says rain control and drainage measures are in place at the Vajira Hospital sinkhole, with repairs and traffic plans under way.
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September 29, 2025
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Look beyond results, focus on inculcating values
Guide for parents
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September 29, 2025
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S'porean man among 4 people reportedly arrested in Bangkok for selling Kpods
A Singaporean man was among four people arrested in Thai capital Bangkok on Sept 26 for selling Kpods, or vapes laced with etomidate, reported Thai media outlet Khaosod.
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September 29, 2025
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Alpine Jet looks the standout among van Vuuren trio
RACE 6 (1,000M)
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September 29, 2025
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World's highest bridge opens to traffic in Guizhou
The world’s highest bridge opened to traffic in China on Sept 28, state media said, capping an engineering feat three years in the making and snatching the record from another bridge in the same province.
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September 29, 2025
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Last of Singapore's first-generation MRT trains makes final run
All the first-generation trains on the North-South and East-West MRT lines have been phased out of service, with the last of the 66 trains plying them for the final time on Sept 26.
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September 29, 2025
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Bradley blames poor US display for angry crowd
United States captain Keegan Bradley defended the raucous New York crowds that seemed to cross a sportsmanship line on Sept 27 in heckling European golfers at the Ryder Cup.
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September 29, 2025
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New master's degree, Al lab among initiatives to boost TCM in Singapore
Having local pipeline of good-calibre TCM practitioners vital, says Koh Poh Koon
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