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Singapore stocks near record high as Iran war fuels haven status
Singapore stocks are close to reclaiming their record high, with the country’s assets seen as a haven in the face of global volatility.
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April 14, 2026
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Oil, gas prices surge with US move to blockade Hormuz
US obstruction could lead to oil supply loss of up to 12 million barrels a day: Expert
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April 14, 2026
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North Point ready to put his best foot forward
RACE 6 (1,000M) - More than half the field are first timers in the opener, keep a close eye on the market and the parade ring.
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April 14, 2026
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The Iran war is accelerating the petrodollar's decline
The renminbi, rouble and rupee are carving out a bigger share of a payments system that has long been dominated by the US dollar.
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April 14, 2026
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A MAJOR CONFIDENCE BOOSTER
Mcllroy feels he is in a 'really good spot', learns lessons from latest Masters victory
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April 14, 2026
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Protecting wildlife • Develop road mortality framework
A pangolin and her pup were found dead on a road near Bukit Brown, believed to be victims of a traffic accident, on Jan 16.
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April 14, 2026
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Mcllroy, the majestic maverick, Masters himself when it matters
Two-shot lead. 18th hole. Sunday. It’s over, isn’t it at the Masters?
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April 14, 2026
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Refreshed NS medical classification system to take effect from Oct 2027
New system will see enlistees receive specific exemptions based on their medical conditions
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April 14, 2026
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Is it realistic for US to counter-block Iran's Hormuz Strait blockade?
US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a naval blockade on Iran by interdicting all ships that either come from or go to the Islamic republic provides clarity on only one point: Control over the Strait of Hormuz has now emerged as the most significant weapon in the current Gulf war.
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April 14, 2026
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Al investment boom leaves some Singapore family offices on sidelines
Limited access to deals and lack of expertise hinder investing in an already crowded space
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April 14, 2026
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KNAPP TIME TO WAKE-UP CALL
Mcllroy's preference to prepare for Masters over PGA events among Augusta takeaways
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April 14, 2026
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LEONARDO GETS GOLD IN ROAD TO RECOVERY
The Sec 4 student comes back from ankle injury to win his first NSG 200m title for RI
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April 14, 2026
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The end of the petrostate era may not bring peace
Trade has long been recognised as a restraint on conflict. Energy makes up a big part of that.
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April 14, 2026
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Refresh anchored in operational needs: MINDEF
FROM A1
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April 14, 2026
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Triple the drama for Zendaya and Robert Pattinson
The American actress and English actor star together in films The Drama, The Odyssey and Dune: Part Three
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April 14, 2026
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Can a renovation breathe new life into Paris' home for the dead?
For more than two centuries, tourists have descended beneath the streets of Paris to visit the catacombs, a dank and macabre labyrinth filled with the remains of up to six million Parisians.
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April 14, 2026
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Greece's ancient sites get climate-change check-up
Nineteen monuments earmarked for urgent protection against natural threats after study
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April 14, 2026
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Spanish PM urges China to assume bigger role in multipolar order
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on April 13 that China should take on a more substantial role in issues including climate change, security, defence and the fight against inequality, adding that Europe will also have to redouble its efforts as the US withdraws from leadership roles on many fronts.
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April 14, 2026
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REDS CRAVE FOR ANOTHER 'SPECIAL' NIGHT AT ANFIELD
Manager Slot calls for fans to be in full voice as Liverpool eye Champs League comeback
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April 14, 2026
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CapitaLand raises $403m for 2nd Asia-Pacific credit fund
Singapore-listed CapitaLand Investment (CLI) has raised US$320 million (S$403 million) for its Asia-Pacific real estate credit fund, completing a fundraising for the firm controlled by Temasek.
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April 14, 2026
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Dhurandhar: The Revenge sets Bollywood box-office record
Indian action movie Dhurandhar: The Revenge has swept domestic box-office records as the highest-earning Bollywood Hindi-language film, its producers said on April 8, and is vying for other top spots.
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April 14, 2026
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Sinner on top of the world, but still in search of even greater heights
Meticulous preparation was again at the heart of Jannik Sinner’s breakthrough Monte Carlo Masters triumph, as his win over Carlos Alcaraz in the April 12 final took him back to the top of the world rankings and laid down a marker for the rest of the clay season.
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April 14, 2026
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Grief over education influencer in China a quiet revolt
Public mourning of his death a rebuke to country’s punishing education system
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April 14, 2026
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Ban on Taiwan pork imports lifted after African swine fever outbreak contained
A temporary ban on the import of pork and pork products from Taiwan has been lifted, after an African swine fever outbreak there was contained.
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April 14, 2026
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Clean-up under way in NZ's North Island in wake of Cyclone Vaianu
New Zealanders who evacuated ahead of a cyclone that battered the North Island on April 12 were gradually being allowed to return home as the storm moved away from the country.
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April 14, 2026
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Lessons on and off the pitch
Through SportCares, the philanthropic arm of Sport Singapore, 21-year-old Daphne Sim discovers how football can be a space for support, friendship and personal growth
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April 14, 2026
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EU carbon border tax has so far had 'minimal' impact on S'pore: MTI
Goods that would attract levy made up less than 1% of domestic exports to EU, Britain
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April 14, 2026
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3 out of 4 PES status appeals were for an upgrade
High proportion shows desire for more demanding vocations: Chan Chun Sing
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April 14, 2026
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Jail for man who handled proceeds from Pokemon card scam
A man, who was one of two runners engaged to launder proceeds of a scam involving Pokemon cards, was sentenced to jail for dealing with nearly $10,000 in ill-gotten gains.
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April 14, 2026
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Seoul, Warsaw to upgrade ties; Polish PM calls S. Korea most key ally after US
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed on April 13 to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, with the leaders placing defence cooperation at the centre of the relationship.
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