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China's climate plans fall short, say analysts
Country's newly announced goals a missed opportunity to show leadership, they add
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September 26, 2025
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At least 12 dead as record rain floods Kolkata and surrounding areas
At least 12 people died as heavy rain lashed the eastern Indian city of Kolkata and surrounding areas ahead of a major festival flooding streets, disrupting transport and leaving residents stranded for hours, officials said on Sept 24.
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September 25, 2025
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Man arrested for murder after woman dies following knife attack in Yishun
A woman has died following a violent attack over a noise dispute between neighbours in Yishun Central on the morning of Sept 24.
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September 25, 2025
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PM Wong calls on Singaporeans to shape nation's future together
• Shift to a broader, more inclusive meritocracy • Keep the economy competitive and vibrant • Strengthen social safety nets, sense of solidarity
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September 25, 2025
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Right-wingers of the world unite to echo Charlie Kirk's dark message
Eulogies for the assassinated American show what drives the global far right: xenophobia and anti-Islamic ideology. Diverse societies should be worried.
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September 25, 2025
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Govt looking at more ways to ensure S’poreans have enough for retirement: PM Wong
With more people living longer, there is a need to ensure that every Singaporean can retire with dignity and meet his or her basic retirement needs.
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September 25, 2025
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Cocoa's historic crunch shows signs of a turnaround
Production expected to increase in South America, while demand continues to fall
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September 25, 2025
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Financing • Buyers advised to obtain vehicle loans through regulated arrangements
We thank Mr Raymond Ng Teck Wei for his suggestions on possible measures to tighten the motor vehicle financing restrictions (Review car loan rules to prevent financial woes and safety issues, Sept 17).
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September 25, 2025
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All eyes on China at UN climate meeting
China’s emissions-cutting pledge is poised to take centre stage at a UN climate meeting on Sept 24, after US President Donald Trump unleashed a blistering — if predictable - broadside against the science surrounding planet-warming fossil fuels.
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September 25, 2025
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Al • Guarding against its dark side requires comprehensive safeguards
Artificial intelligence (AI) has brought enormous benefits, from improving productivity to sparking creativity and driving innovation across many sectors.
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September 25, 2025
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Books by Kiran Desai and Katie Kitamura lead shortlist
Indian author Kiran Desai's The Loneliness Of Sonia And Sunny, a nearly 700-page cross-continental romance, and American novelist Katie Kitamura's Audition, a 200-page thriller about an actress' relationship with a man who might be her son, are among the six titles shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2025.
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September 25, 2025
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Healthcare. Principal doctor initiative will benefit patients
I refer to the recent news article, “One principal doctor to lead patient care” (Sept 20).
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September 25, 2025
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'We must break this cycle': PM Wong on reducing stakes of single exams, grades
S'pore has to move to a broader, more inclusive meritocracy to keep social mobility alive: PM
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September 25, 2025
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HDB to selectively acquire privately held shops to boost retail supply if needed
The Housing Board will selectively acquire privately held HDB shops if needed, to meet the demand for new retail supply in existing estates, said Senior Minister of State for National Development Sun Xueling.
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September 25, 2025
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Sombre but defiant Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech in return to ABC
Jimmy Kimmel (left, in a February photo) broke his silence on Sept 23 in an emotional return to ABC’s airwaves, by turns defiant, joking and sombre as he addressed the controversy that temporarily sidelined his late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! and set off a national debate over free speech.
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September 25, 2025
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Welcome back Jack Ma. Don't forget the little guys
Alibaba’s “rehabilitated” founder has much to gain from improving the lot of food delivery riders.
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September 25, 2025
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Semiconductor, electronics sector must stay agile to ride tech wave: Minister
Singapore's semiconductor and electronics industry must stay agile and innovative as it adapts to disruptions from artificial intelligence (AI) and the rising demand for more powerful chips for electric vehicles and advanced computing.
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September 25, 2025
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Will Kim's 'fond memories' of Trump lead to their reunion? Analysts do not rule it out
Analysts say a snap Trump-Kim summit could happen while US President Donald Trump is in South Korea for October's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) leaders' meeting, especially after positive signals from Pyongyang.
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September 25, 2025
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Europe must step up after Trump's shift on Ukraine, Berlin says
German minister urges allies to review financial, military options for Ukraine
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September 25, 2025
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Political satire in a fraught year
The ambitious One Battle After Another stars A-listers Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn and Benicio del Toro
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September 25, 2025
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NTUC will help workers navigate disruptions from Al: Desmond Choo
The National Trades Union Congress has pledged to help workers navigate the challenges of disruption, including job anxieties brought about by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).
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September 25, 2025
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MPs also raise concerns over sublet rents
The authorities are aware that rents for privately owned HDB shops have “seen a steep increase recently”, said Ms Sun, adding that this coincided with a higher proportion of rental transactions involving smaller units, which tend to command higher per square foot rent.
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September 25, 2025
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EKITIKE SORRY FOR RED CARD AFTER WINNER
Boss Slot slams ‘stupid’ striker, already on a yellow, for removing jersey to celebrate goal
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September 25, 2025
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IT'S SHOWTIME FOR BTS
Fans are here all hyped up over screenings of the K-pop supergroup's concert films, which are almost sold out, says Shaw Theatres
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September 25, 2025
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Polluting S'pore ship's agent pays token damages to Sri Lanka
A Singapore-registered ship’s Sri Lanka agent paid around US$1 million (S$1.29 million) out of US$1 billion in damages awarded for causing the island’s worst pollution, a litigant told AFP on Sept 24.
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September 25, 2025
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Aussie inflation picks up in August but core measure cools
Australian consumer prices rose in August at the fastest annual pace in a year, but a key measure of core inflation eased, keeping the door open to a further cut in interest rates.
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September 25, 2025
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Asean renews commitment to fair markets amid global disruption
The competition authorities of Asean have launched a five-year plan to ensure that businesses operating in the region have access to fair markets.
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September 25, 2025
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Thailand to clarify SEA Games petanque ban
Thailand said on Sept 23 that it would \"clarify misunderstandings\" after petanque's world governing body effectively barred the nation from hosting the sport at the 2025 SEA Games.
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September 25, 2025
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Netflix’s Black Rabbit the perfect bad bromance for co-stars
And yet, in 2024, they found themselves at a series of tasting menu outings together, choosing among entrees - lamb shank en papillote, a Caribbean-inspired soft-shell crab sandwich ~ “like we were getting married”, American actor Bateman said. “Like, ‘Do you like that one, honey?’ ‘Ooh, I love it!’” British actor Law added, with a laugh: “We were choosing side plates and glasses.”
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September 25, 2025
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Vers should not create 'lottery effect' or be a wealth-generating programme: Minister
Compensation packages for Vers will be lower than those for Sers: Chee Hong Tat
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