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The 'smell' things matter for China's luxury car brand Hongqi
One whiff of the plush leather-lined cabin of the lilac-coloured sport utility vehicle (SUV) will tell you exactly where Hongqi sits in the automotive kingdom.
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January 10, 2026
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The rise and fall of Chinese tycoon Chen Zhi
For years, well-connected but mysterious tycoon Chen Zhi lived the high life.
7 min |
January 10, 2026
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Arsenal in a really strong position, says Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the Gunners have come out of a gruelling festive schedule in a stronger position despite the disappointment of being held 0-0 at home to Liverpool on Jan 8.
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January 10, 2026
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CAN UNITED STOP THE MANAGER-GO-ROUND?
Here we go, again.
7 min |
January 10, 2026
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Cambodia hopes for more Chinese support after alleged scam kingpin's extradition
Move reflects extent to which country finds itself backed into a corner in border conflict
4 min |
January 10, 2026
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Man who smuggled cigarettes, vapes into Singapore jailed and fined
A man who smuggled vapes and cigarettes into Singapore to sell to his friends was caught red-handed at Woodlands Checkpoint during a check by officers.
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January 10, 2026
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A tale of two cities, two Isetans and a retail conundrum
Why is Isetan thriving in Tokyo while consolidating in Singapore? Its story holds lessons for all department stores.
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January 10, 2026
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Hwa Chong says no students penalised for voicing opinions on SATS school meals
Hwa Chong Institution (HCI) has refuted a claim made on social media platform Reddit that its students were punished for speaking to the media about their canteen food.
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January 10, 2026
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China urges Nestle to work quickly on baby formula recall
BEIJING - The Chinese authorities are urging Nestle to work quickly in recalling baby formula products in the mainland over potential contamination concerns.
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January 10, 2026
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Public feedback sought on proposals to facilitate dual listings on SGX, Nasdaq
Paper sets out proposed changes to simplify listing process, bring it closer to US standards
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January 10, 2026
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From Tik Tok to trophies: Science influencers nudge more into STEM
New generation of Malay-language science influencers, as well as robotics contests, fuelling interest among young Malaysians.
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January 10, 2026
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Keeping the kampung game of gasing alive in Geylang
Five men are among the nation's last players of the traditional spinning tops
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January 10, 2026
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Berita Harian, AMP S’pore to give bursaries to tertiary students
Malay-language newspaper Berita Harian (BH) will partner nonprofit organisation AMP Singapore to provide bursaries for tertiary students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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January 10, 2026
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Singapore stocks track regional gains; STI up 0.1%
Singapore stocks ended higher on Jan 9 amid strong regional performance.
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January 10, 2026
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China’s consumer inflation accelerates, producer deflation persists
China’s annual consumer price inflation accelerated to a 34-month high in December, but the full-year rate slumped to its lowest in 16 years while producer deflation persisted, backing market expectations for more stimulus to shore up soft demand.
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January 10, 2026
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Orchard Road Presbyterian Church 148-year-old main building put forth for conservation
Proposal comes amid ongoing project to refresh church’s compound
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January 10, 2026
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Rio Tinto, Glencore in merger talks to create world's biggest miner
Rio Tinto is in early talks to buy Glencore, the companies said, in what could create the world's largest mining firm with a combined market value of nearly US$207 billion (S$266 billion).
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January 10, 2026
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Tupperware reinvents itself for a longer shelf life
The plastic homeware brand is keeping things fresh with new products which will be sold at physical stores and online
5 min |
January 10, 2026
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Number of people recorded sleeping rough dips 6% in 2025
MSF announces new fund to trial solutions, address underlying causes of rough sleeping
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January 10, 2026
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US plans $58m to help solidify Thailand-Cambodia peace efforts
The US will provide US$45 million (S$57.9 million) in assistance to Cambodia and Thailand, a senior US diplomat for East Asia said on Jan 9 during a visit to the region, to help solidify President Donald Trump's peacemaking efforts between the two.
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January 10, 2026
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Bush fires threaten rural towns amid heatwave in Australia
Bush fires destroyed houses and razed vast belts of forest in southeast Australia on Jan 9, firefighters said, as hot winds fanned “hectic” conditions in the tinder-dry countryside.
2 min |
January 10, 2026
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Parliament set to debate Pritam's suitability as Leader of the Opposition
It will consider his conviction for lying, express regret at his conduct in next session
6 min |
January 10, 2026
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China touts its governance model as Trump tests global norms
As the world digests the implications of the US capture of Venezuela's leader, China has ramped up its messaging, touting its governance model as a superior alternative to Western capitalism and representing a new path for developing countries to follow.
2 min |
January 10, 2026
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S’pore’s Nasdaq link a draw but further take-up may be limited
Bankers caution that thin liquidity and high valuation requirement could affect listings
3 min |
January 10, 2026
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Rough sleepers • Number on streets dips
Fewer people are sleeping rough here, with the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) reporting a fall from 530 in 2022 to 496 in 2025.
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January 10, 2026
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China AI firm MiniMax jumps 109% in HK debut
MiniMax Group, one of China’s largest generative artificial intelligence (AI) startups, surged as much as 54 per cent in initial trading on Jan 9 in Hong Kong after an initial public offering that raised US$619 million (S$796 million).
2 min |
January 10, 2026
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'SINCARAZ' MAY TEAM UP FOR DOUBLES
Top duo of men's tennis agree that it 'would be fun' to share same side of court one day
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January 10, 2026
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Actor Adam Chen left F&B industry due to concerns over impact of JB-Singapore RTS Link
Homegrown actor Adam Chen, 49, has stepped back from the local food and beverage (F&B) industry and may look for a place to retire in his Japanese wife’s home town.
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January 10, 2026
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Victims might have lived if barrier wasn't there: Report
Aircraft’s initial impact on hitting runway not strong enough to cause severe injuries, it says
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January 10, 2026
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Security incident sees departing, arriving passengers at same boarding gate at T4
Changi Airport Group (CAG) has confirmed that a \"security incident\" took place at Terminal 4 on Jan 1 after some passengers waiting to board a flight were contained in the same holding area as a group of incoming travellers, leading to confusion and delays.
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