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Investors viewed Hyflux as growth firm before Tuaspring bid: Ex-deputy CEO
The former deputy chief executive of Hyflux said investors had perceived the firm as a growth company before it won the bid for the Tuaspring project in 2011, and not a water utilities firm.
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September 25, 2025
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Amazon trial begins on claims it duped 40 million Prime subscribers
Amazon knew millions of customers were unintentionally signing up for Prime membership but did not stop them because doing so would have hurt its revenue, US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) attorneys argued on Sept 23 at the start of an antitrust case.
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September 25, 2025
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Malaysia's anti-graft agency expands probe into Mahathir’s assets to Switzerland
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has widened its investigation into former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad’s alleged overseas assets to include Switzerland, in addition to ongoing cooperation with the authorities in the UK.
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September 25, 2025
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Nepal awaits a new political imagination after the Gen Z protests
Biggest question is whether the anger of the young can propel a lasting political change
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September 25, 2025
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Flawed but necessary look at Japan's war atrocities
Chinese film 731, based on World War II events, is directed by Zhao Linshan and stars Jiang Wu
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September 25, 2025
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How a retired general helps strengthen Indonesian leader Prabowo's grip on power
New security chief Djamari seen as able to provide stability amid unrest
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September 25, 2025
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Jewellery giant Chow Tai Fook in global push with premium store in S'pore
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group is eyeing Singapore and the world outside the US for expansion as Chinese appetite for luxury wanes.
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September 25, 2025
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Hawkers not expected to make a loss from selling affordable meals: Goh Hanyan
Hawkers are not expected to make a loss from selling affordable meals, as they should have taken such meals into consideration when negotiating their rent with operators, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and the Environment Goh Hanyan told Parliament on Sept 24.
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September 25, 2025
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Trump's trashing of the UN is tragic and hypocritical
The world body is a useful scapegoat for the US President who mocks its failure to maintain world peace.
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September 25, 2025
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Guard against temptation to play race, religion card in future elections, says PM
The temptation to play the race and religion card to draw voters will grow as elections become more tightly contested, and Singapore must find ways to guard against this, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
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September 25, 2025
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Train thriller 96 Minutes on the right track, All Of You a struggling romance
The story: Bomb disposal expert Song Kang-ren (Austin Lin) is travelling from Taipei to Kaohsiung with his police detective fiancee (Vivian Sung) when alerted to an explosive on their bullet train. He has just 96 minutes until final destination to disarm the threat and confront a guilty secret from his past.
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September 25, 2025
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Trump's visit a boost: Scheffler
Top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler said on Sept 23 that he expects President Donald Trump’s planned appearance later this week at the Ryder Cup to boost the United States squad.
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September 25, 2025
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Harvard dean consulted by Trump officials was paid $193k as expert witness in Tylenol lawsuits
The dean of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, who consulted with top Trump health officials before Sept 22’s warning about Tylenol and autism, was paid at least US$150,000 (S$193,000) to serve as an expert witness on behalf of plaintiffs in
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September 25, 2025
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JAPAN HOPING ARC DREAMS CAN FINALLY COME TRUE
History against Byzantine Dream, but dual G2 victor out to buck trend in French classic
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September 25, 2025
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No scientific proof paracetamol causes autism: S'pore docs
They assure expectant women that drug remains safe to use throughout pregnancy
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September 25, 2025
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Mile second-up should be right up Bellerophon’s alley
(8) BELLEROPHON was the subject of market support when staying on to finish an encouraging third over 1,400m on debut. The step-up to this distance, with that experience to count on, should unlock improvement.
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September 25, 2025
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Europe's Donald gained from Jordan's insights
Luke Donald is using lessons learnt in his college days from National Basketball Association (NBA) legend Michael Jordan to mould Europe's top golfers into a formidable team at the Ryder Cup.
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September 25, 2025
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S. Korea's former first lady faces bribery trial as 'Dior bag' scandal widens
Kim Keon Hee, the wife of South Korea’s ousted former president Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared in court on Sept 24 at the start of her corruption trial, part of a criminal probe that has ensnared high-profile political and religious figures.
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September 25, 2025
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NBL finalists Adroit outed for fielding ineligible players
National Basketball League (NBL) Division 1 finalists Adroit have been thrown out of the tournament for “fielding suspended and ineligible players” who are under investigation for allegedly fixing league games in their semifinal win over Siglap on Aug 27.
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September 25, 2025
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Regulations in place to guard against foreign interference in local media: Josephine Teo
There are regulations in place to guard against foreign interference in editorial content and decision-making in local newspapers and broadcast media, said Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo.
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September 25, 2025
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Govt agencies to use common caller ID for calls to public
Government agencies are planning to start using a common caller ID for calls made to the public, to tackle the scourge of scammers posing as government officials.
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September 25, 2025
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France’s town halls told to remove Palestinian flags flown to mark Macron’s recognition
As French President Emmanuel Macron recognised Palestine statehood earlier this week, dozens of town halls across France hoisted the Palestinian flag in celebration - defying instructions by Mr Macron’s Interior Ministry not to do so.
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September 25, 2025
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Disney+ Korea leaps into historical period drama with The Murky Stream
Disney+ Korea has three original series left to premiere in 2025, and one of them is the streamer’s first Korean period drama, The Murky Stream.
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September 25, 2025
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More security at Euro bike c'ships due to Israeli team
Security at October’s European Road Cycling Championships in France will be strengthened owing to the presence of an Israeli team, the organisers said on Sept 23.
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September 25, 2025
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Kane 'more than welcome' to rejoin Spurs
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank says England captain Harry Kane is welcome to return to the north London club, if he ever leaves Bayern Munich.
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September 25, 2025
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William So apologises for drug scandal which led to concert cancellation
Hong Kong singer William So, whose concert in Wenzhou, China, scheduled for early October was recently axed due to a drug scandal in 2002, has broken his silence after a week.
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September 25, 2025
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Filipinos polled more accepting of bribery than most of Asia
Just 30.6% of respondents outright rejected bribery relative to Japan's 81%, S'pore's 81.7%
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September 25, 2025
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Insufficient evidence linking paracetamol intake during pregnancy to autism in kids
Letter of the day
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September 25, 2025
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Beo Crescent curry rice stall denies closure rumours
The co-owner of a popular Hainanese curry rice stall at Block 40 Beo Crescent has refuted claims that it will shutter for good after Sept 30.
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September 25, 2025
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China to forgo WTO developing-nation benefits, in bid to be free trade ‘defender’
Beijing aims to strengthen its credibility, draw a sharp contrast with US, says analyst
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