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Recent rail disruptions isolated, not systemic: SMRT Trains president
Latest trip-up is among at least five across the MRT network in Sept
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September 18, 2025
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We can beat any ACL 2 group rival: Buhagiar
With three goals and an assist in three matches, BG Tampines Rovers forward Trent Buhagiar has hit the ground running for his new club.
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September 18, 2025
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Will Trump's rebranded 'Department of War' lead to more wars?
Some critics see it as a dangerous sign of the times, others as theatrics. More likely, the renaming exercise is an admission of US-perceived vulnerabilities.
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September 18, 2025
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More fresh graduates found jobs compared with 2024 cohort
More students from the 2025 graduating cohort entered the workforce soon after university than the previous cohort, with a lower proportion of them taking a break or seeking further studies.
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September 18, 2025
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Yu Menglong's mother says actor died from accidental fall after drinking
Chinese actor Yu Menglong’s mother has publicly addressed his death for the first time, saying that he accidentally fell from height after drinking alcohol.
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September 18, 2025
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THE WATER WARRIOR
An unbending competitive spirit and hard work have resulted in a long, illustrious career for Paralympic swimmer Yip Pin Xiu.
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September 18, 2025
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Does the world hate America's favourite brands now?
US soft power has an impact on corporate bottom lines, and it works both ways.
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September 18, 2025
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Up close with home-grown artistes Abangsapau and Regina Song at free event
The live recording of the newest episode of The Straits Times’ Music Lab podcast at Esplanade Annexe Studio on Oct 7 will feature two rising names in the Singapore music scene as guests — rapper Abangsapau and indie-pop singer-songwriter Regina Song.
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September 18, 2025
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Breaking down her 100m
As the World Para Swimming Championships approach, The Straits Times analyses how backstroke star Yip Pin Xiu polishes her technique to remain a competitive force.
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September 18, 2025
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ROJAS SET TO THRILL TOKYO CROWD
She is aiming to win an unprecedented fifth straight triple jump world title today
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September 18, 2025
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Arteta hails subs' impact in 'intense' match
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the “impact” of his substitutes, after the Gunners clinched a 2-0 win at Athletic Bilbao as the league phase of this season’s Champions League kicked off on Sept 16.
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September 18, 2025
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Woman charged over alleged links to fake SAF bulk order scams
A Sri Lankan woman was charged on Sept 17 over her alleged links to a recent spate of fake bulk order scams targeting local businesses.
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September 18, 2025
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S’pore’s Carro raises $76.6m to promote Japanese cars in Asia-Pacific
Carro, Southeast Asia’s largest used-car online marketplace, has raised US$60 million (S$76.6 million) in a funding round led by Japan sovereign wealth fund Cool Japan Fund, the company said on Sept 17.
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September 18, 2025
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Galleries concerned as art fair S.E.A. Focus moves to MBS alongside Art SG
A major move to streamline two art fairs during Singapore Art Week (SAW) 2026 has led to puzzlement among some gallerists, who are now waiting with bated breath for more information from organisers.
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September 18, 2025
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Cars Don’t let vehicles with plate flippers enter Singapore
I refer to the article “Illegal plate-flipping devices sold online in Malaysia, aid rogue motorists in evading law” (Sept 16).
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September 18, 2025
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Cat A COE price up 10.3% to hit new record of $119,003
Cat B premium also at highest since October 2023, ahead of cuts to EV rebates
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September 18, 2025
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ROMANS NOT SMOKIN' HOT BUT MAHER OPTIMISTIC IN G1
Champion trainer believes veteran 9YO can fight it out at Caulfield’s Underwood Stakes
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September 18, 2025
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Singapore shares slide 0.3% amid mixed showing in region
Decliners beat advancers 286 to 285 across broader market
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September 18, 2025
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Manila to hold its ground as Beijing turns up pressure at disputed shoal
Philippine patrols to continue despite move by China to designate atoll as nature reserve
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September 18, 2025
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Chinese automaker Chery to raise up to $1.5b in HK IPO
Chinese automaker Chery Automobile will aim to raise up to HK$9.15 billion (S$1.5 billion) in a Hong Kong initial public offering, the largest deal of its kind for the city in 2025.
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September 18, 2025
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Tron: Ares' Greta Lee makes history as first Korean to lead a Hollywood blockbuster
Greta Lee could not hide her amazement at launching Tron: Ares' global press tour in South Korea.
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September 18, 2025
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Denny eyes first world c'ship medal in company of friendly discus rivals
Australian discus king Matthew Denny is chasing his first World Athletics Championships medal in Tokyo and will do it alongside the man he regards as both the benchmark and a drinking buddy: world record holder Mykolas Alekna.
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September 18, 2025
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Mobile line, banking and Singpass curbs for scam mules
Joint effort by agencies aims to restrict access to facilities that can be exploited to enable fraud
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September 18, 2025
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Whimsy abounds in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Sketch offers all-ages entertainment
A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY (PG13) 109 minutes, opens on Sept 18 ★★☆☆☆ The story: Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell costar as lonesome strangers. A twist of fate brings them together for a transformative journey after a chance meeting at a wedding.
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September 18, 2025
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Timor-Leste axes plan to buy SUVs for MPs
Timor-Leste’s Parliament has bowed to public pressure and dropped a plan to buy sport utility vehicles (SUVs) for lawmakers in one of Southeast Asia’s poorest nations, but sceptical protesters returned to the streets on Sept 17.
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September 18, 2025
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Prabowo under pressure to implement police reforms after protests
Failure to act could damage his credibility amid public fury over delivery rider’s death
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September 18, 2025
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Skylink opens at 24.5 cents following reverse takeover
Skylink Holdings has made its debut on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) at 24.5 cents on Sept 17.
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September 18, 2025
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Latest Demon Slayer is Japan's second highest-grossing film
The latest iteration of anime blockbuster Demon Slayer has become Japan’s second highest-grossing film, data showed on Sept 16, meaning the mega-franchise now dominates the top two spots in the country’s all-time box-office rankings.
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September 18, 2025
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Nader's 1,500m gold his most important win
Portugal's Isaac Nader was at a loss for words after outsprinting Briton Jake Wightman to claim a surprise men's 1,500m gold at the World Athletics Championships on Sept 17.
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September 18, 2025
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More found jobs in Q2
However, unemployment rate for those aged 30 and below increased.
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