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With Deepest Sympathy & Heartfelt Condolences to The Family of our late Board Director
MR TAN ENG TEONG Departed on 11 January 2026
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January 12, 2026
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Myanmar votes in second phase of junta-run election
Voters in war-torn Myanmar cast ballots in the second stage of an election dominated so far by a party backed by the ruling military, as the junta sought to gloss over a low turnout in the initial round of a contest widely derided as a sham.
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January 12, 2026
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The man who could be Apple’s next CEO
Head of hardware engineering with careful, low-profile style appears to be front runner
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January 12, 2026
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India's economy may be shifting from speed to strength – and that's a win
Broad-based growth is good news for S'pore firms with presence in India
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January 12, 2026
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How to fix paradise after Bali's tourism boom and unsavoury turn towards vice
The surge in tourism, along with the rise in vice activity, has dented the destination's reputation.
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January 12, 2026
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Seniors visit dentist less, at risk of growing more frail, says study
As they grow older, Singaporeans visit the dentist less often, get lonelier and face the risk of becoming more frail.
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January 12, 2026
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Chefs ride popularity wave, led by feted Son Jong-won
Netflix's mega-hit Culinary Class Wars (2024 to present) is once again catapulting its chef contestants into stardom.
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January 12, 2026
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GLS, commercial deals lift 2025 property investment to $40b
Transactions hit new eight-year high as interest rates ease amid uncertainties
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January 12, 2026
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Hokkien singer David Chia exuded optimism
Veteran local Hokkien singer David Chia has died at the age of 73 on Jan 8.
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January 12, 2026
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Why Putin went quiet when challenged by Trump over Venezuela
Everything else is subordinated to his goal of coming out on top in Ukraine
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January 12, 2026
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SkillsFuture Quality checks being tightened to ensure good use of learners' time and public funds
We thank Mr James Tan for his suggestions (Tweak SkillsFuture scheme to avoid overconsumption and overpaying of training providers, Dec 31, 2025).
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January 12, 2026
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With Deepest Sympathy & Heartfelt Condolences to The Family of our late Chairman Emeritus and Honorary Adviser
MR TAN ENG TEONG Departed on 11 January 2026
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January 12, 2026
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Fast-food giant Jollibee eyes global expansion with planned US listing
Move to spin off and list international arm could open access to deep pools of capital
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January 12, 2026
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Are these prep courses necessary?
These intensive, short-term sessions claim to hone exam skills and address learning gaps, but experts say they may increase a child's anxiety in an already stressful school year
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January 12, 2026
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Spurs prevail as Wembanyama dominates late game
Victor Wembanyama stepped it up in the second half on Jan 10, drilling a go-ahead jump shot with Imin 33sec to play and adding the final dagger in the San Antonio Spurs’ 100-95 National Basketball Association (NBA) victory over the Boston Celtics.
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January 12, 2026
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Human remains found as bush fires rage on in south-east Australia
Human remains were found in Australia's southeast where bush fires raging for days have razed buildings, cut power to thousands of homes and burned swathes of bushland, the police said on Jan 11.
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January 12, 2026
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Beijing looms large over Manus' deal with Meta
Its scrutiny reflects fears more of China's tech stars may follow in footsteps of S'pore-based Al firm
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January 12, 2026
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GALLAGHER RELISHES OVERSEAS CHALLENGE
Midfielder believes it will be beneficial to play under 'a different type of pressure'
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January 12, 2026
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JC or poly: How I guided my daughter to make a choice
Among the factors I discussed with her regarding her post-secondary education were her interests, talents and aspirations when deciding on a course
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January 12, 2026
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The teenage girl who may rule North Korea
Even her name is a matter of debate.
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January 12, 2026
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Team Munce all Zipped and ready for Magic Millions
While two of the top four in the Magic Millions 2YO Classic (1,200m) market showed their wares on the Gold Coast on Jan 10, two others stayed away from the limelight with one of them, Zip Lock, taking the quieter approach earlier in the day.
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January 12, 2026
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Lego should be simple, not smart
The introduction of tech to the most brilliantly basic of building blocks is an odd kind of futurism.
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January 12, 2026
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LATIN LEGEND AND DA SILVA RETURN TO WINNER'S BOX
Irish-bred grey, new Malaysian champion jockey back in form
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January 12, 2026
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Shorter distance will be a boost for Umfula
Jan 13 South Africa Kenilworth) preview
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January 12, 2026
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Malaysia's autogate fault not yet resolved; foreign visitors advised to use NIISe app
Foreigners are advised to continue using the new National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) app and manual counters, as a system failure involving the autogates has yet to be resolved, the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) said on Jan 11.
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January 12, 2026
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India wants smartphone makers to provide source code in security overhaul
India proposes requiring smartphone makers to share source code with the government and make several software changes as part of a raft of security measures, prompting behind-the-scenes opposition from giants like Apple and Samsung.
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January 12, 2026
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'I help to bring hospital care into homes'
From developing care programmes to mentoring younger nurses, she is reshaping how Singaporeans receive healthcare
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January 12, 2026
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DBS, OCBC hit new highs; SGX rises amid volatility in Venezuela
Singapore's stock market got off to a brisk start in its first week of trading in 2026 amid heightened geopolitical tensions after the US captured Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro on Jan 3.
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January 12, 2026
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'Silent pickleball': Mountbatten residents trial playing with foam balls to reduce noise
In a bid to promote considerate play amid the sport’s growing popularity, Mountbatten residents of all ages are giving silent pickleball a go.
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January 12, 2026
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Four injured in bomb attacks at petrol stations in southern Thailand
Assailants detonated bombs at nearly a dozen petrol stations in Thailand's south early on Jan 11, injuring four people, said the army, the latest attacks in the insurgency-hit region.
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