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Young lawyer 'living the dream' by serving migrant workers full time
Growing up, Ms Nur Shukrina Salam's world was never far from the migrant worker community.
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February 23, 2026
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Visa-free travel helps China rekindle ties with middle powers
Expansion of visa-free policy driven by soft power, need to spur consumption: Analysts
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February 23, 2026
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This meeting is being recorded. Did you know?
Al is fuelling a surge in recorded work meetings that we need to think about more carefully.
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February 23, 2026
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Acupuncture • Al can help strengthen analytical foundations
The article “What’s the point of Al in acupuncture?” (Feb 17) raises important issues that deserve careful consideration.
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February 23, 2026
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The problems piling up at fast-fashion giant Shein
Regulatory probes and the ending of Customs loopholes pose big challenges, but its business model is highly resilient.
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February 23, 2026
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Education • Ensure JCs continue to deliver meaningful, high-quality teaching
As a parent, I am concerned about the current teaching approach in junior colleges.
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February 23, 2026
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Breakthrough for team mapping migration of pygmy blue whales
Indonesian scientists use drone to attach tag while minimising disturbance to animal
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February 23, 2026
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India's top cities can be a nightmare to live in
This hobbles the Asian giant's ability to retain its best and brightest and attract world-class talent.
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February 23, 2026
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Will DAP stay or quit Malaysia's Cabinet? Either way, damage is done for Anwar's biggest ally
‘Internal referendum’ at party’s congress in July a double-edged sword, say analysts
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February 23, 2026
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Employment • Do I need to take a day's leave if it's a half-day at work?
In Singapore, it has become common practice for government offices and private employers to grant employees a half-day off on the eves of major public holidays such as Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year.
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February 23, 2026
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New gas find off Palawan boosts Philippine energy security, not prices
The recently announced discovery of a new natural gas reservoir at the Malampaya gas field west of the Philippines has raised hopes that electricity costs can be eased in the country, where consumers face some of the highest power rates in Southeast Asia.
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February 23, 2026
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Ageing-friendly fittings: Seniors in private homes can tap subsidies from April
Seniors living in private homes can take their turn to tap a subsidised scheme to outfit their homes with ageing-friendly features like grab bars and slip-resistant flooring, starting from April 1.
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February 23, 2026
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Trading cards, like blind boxes, should be regulated too
Singapore has decided to regulate blind boxes, products sold in sealed packaging where buyers do not know what they will receive (S'pore to regulate blind boxes to manage gambling risks: Shanmugam, Feb 13).
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February 23, 2026
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Issuance may be worth $14b, adding stress to market struggling with credibility issues
Indonesia is bracing itself for a record amount of share sales to meet tougher free-float rules aimed at heading off a potential downgrade to frontier market status by MSCI.
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February 23, 2026
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Singapore-listed data centre REITs largely trading flat
This is despite robust revenue growth in 2025 and positive sector outlook for 2026
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February 23, 2026
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Tom Felton puts up Draco Malfoy poster in nod to CNY wordplay
English actor Tom Felton is a good sport after his Harry Potter character Draco Malfoy became an unexpected symbol of good fortune this Chinese New Year.
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February 23, 2026
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Trump's trade gamble will continue, despite Supreme Court rebuke
Economic data shows that his tariffs have not meaningfully changed US trade deficit
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February 23, 2026
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'Truly terrible and traumatising,' says passenger of fire on cruise ship
A passenger on board a ship where a fire broke out early on Feb 20, killing a crew member, has described the incident as “a truly terrible and traumatising experience”.
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February 23, 2026
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The Food Challenge
DELICIOUS. AFFORDABLE. CONVENIENT. BUT HEALTHY?
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February 23, 2026
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City showing their mettle in 'best part of the season'
Pep Guardiola labelled Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Feb 21 as a “massive” moment in the English Premier League title race.
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February 23, 2026
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ECSTASY FOR GU THEN HEARTBREAK
She retains halfpipe title for record 6th freestyle ski medal, then finds out her granny died
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February 23, 2026
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Pull&Bear closes last S'pore store at VivoCity
Spanish fashion retailer Pull&Bear shuttered its final Singapore outlet at VivoCity on Feb 22, marking the end of the brand’s presence in the city-state.
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February 23, 2026
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Taylor Swift named best-selling artiste of 2025
American pop star Taylor Swift was crowned the biggest-selling global artiste of 2025, industry body International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) announced on Feb 18, the fourth consecutive year and sixth time she has claimed its annual prize.
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February 23, 2026
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Decode pet food labels, nutritional claims
A pet's daily meal serves as both sustenance and medicine, making the pet owner's choice critical to the animal's long-term health
3 min |
February 23, 2026
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Forward guidance of listed firms: What are the possible legal risks?
While such disclosures may be strategically advantageous, there are potential pitfalls
7 min |
February 23, 2026
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Cities held back by lack of fiscal autonomy, inadequate leadership
To India's credit, its leaders have long recognised this problem and taken steps towards decentralised government.
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February 23, 2026
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China defies global 'Al scare trade' as investors chase perceived winners
US markets are gripped by the “AI scare trade”, with investors selling software companies and wealth managers on concern that rapid advances in artificial intelligence will erode established business models.
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February 23, 2026
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Could the next big gambling destination be in the Gulf?
The UAE hopes to emulate Las Vegas and Macau.
3 min |
February 23, 2026
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The Simpsons hits another milestone with its 800th episode
The animated series' creator Matt Groening says there is no end in sight
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February 23, 2026
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Hadi protege Samsuri takes helm of Malaysia's opposition bloc PN
Move breaks with longstanding agreement chairman is president of a component party
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