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The gaping hole in Singapore's cyber-security battle
Billions flow into innovation, but resilience depends on people. The lack of talent is unsustainable in an era of AI and deepfakes.
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October 09, 2025
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Washington relaxes rules over press access to Pentagon
The US Defence Department on Oct 6 loosened and clarified its new restrictions for press access to the Pentagon, after more than two weeks of negotiations with US national news organisations.
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October 09, 2025
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Germany to restrict online cannabis sales to curb surge in imports
Germany's Cabinet passed plans on Oct 8 to restrict the online sale of cannabis to tackle a surge in imports of the drug since the legalisation of its recreational use in 2024, the government said.
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October 09, 2025
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My England side were egotistical losers: Gerrard
Former England and Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes ego and club rivalries prevented the Three Lions from winning international tournaments during his time as a player.
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October 09, 2025
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ITALIAN JOB HAS SCOTS BANKING ON SCOTT
In this series, The Straits Times highlights the standout players or teams to watch in the world of sport. Today, we focus on Scott McTominay, the man tasked with sparking Scotland's bid for a first World Cup Finals appearance since 1998.
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October 09, 2025
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Passengers and politicians giving up on greener air travel
A renewed push for economic growth has added to technological challenges and problems with carbon offset schemes.
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October 09, 2025
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LGBTQ+ • Consider style guide for reporting on community
We refer to the report “The Straits Times updates the language it uses to describe disability” (Oct 2).
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October 09, 2025
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Macau games kick-start NBA's return to China
MACAU - The National Basketball Association (NBA) returns to the lucrative China market this week with two preseason games, following a six-year absence after a team official tweeted his support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
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October 09, 2025
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Russian forces seized nearly 5,000 sq km in Ukraine this year: Putin
Kyiv's troops retreating across front while Moscow has full strategic initiative, he says
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October 09, 2025
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S'pore actor Aaron Aziz to take legal action in Malaysia
Malaysia-based Singaporean actor Aaron Aziz is taking legal action after his comments on Gaza, which were taken out of context, generated controversy among netizens and led to him being cyber-bullied.
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October 08, 2025
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A case for good business when purpose drives profit
There may be a backlash against ESG but that doesn't mean firms can't make money while helping others.
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October 08, 2025
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Bring on the bling
Latest edition of the show features 50 jewellery brands from around the world
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October 08, 2025
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US visa squeeze puts brakes on Indians' search for spouses
H-IB uncertainty makes marriage to compatriots in the US less attractive
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October 08, 2025
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Trump deserves Nobel Prize if he can stop Chinese military aggression against Taiwan: Lai
He says US President should pay close attention to Chinese counterpart's actions
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October 08, 2025
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Gaza talks in Egypt turn to critical sticking points between Israel and Hamas
Both sides seek clarification of details that derailed previous attempts to end the war
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October 08, 2025
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Peer-sharing, training help teachers adapt
ers are able to incorporate AI into teaching, despite it being fairly new.
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October 08, 2025
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Taylor Swift • At peace, singer has lost her voice
Taylor Swift's new album, The Life of a Showgirl, makes her decline clear.
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October 08, 2025
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A roll of the Dyce should reap rewards
Oct 9 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis
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October 08, 2025
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Businesses hit by US tariffs can now apply for grant
It will help them engage advisory services and reconfigure their supply chains
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October 08, 2025
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Ease into activity with 'zone zero' exercise
When you are exhausted, burned out or short on time, the notion of slipping on gym clothes and pushing yourself to work out can feel impossible. But a casual stroll or stretching session might not seem out of reach.
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October 08, 2025
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Consider simple daily programme like Japan's Radio Taiso
I recently came across a YouTube video on Radio Taiso, a daily morning broadcast by Japan's national broadcaster NHK. This nationwide exercise programme is aired at 6.30am and has been running for almost 100 years.
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October 08, 2025
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People with dementia need sincere care, not just AI tools
The commentary \"What makes us human? AI and dementia offer a clue\" (Sept 29) resonated with me.
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October 08, 2025
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3 in 4 Singapore teachers use AI, more than double overseas peers: OECD survey
Teachers in Singapore are among the world’s most active users of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, with 75 per cent of them using it to teach or support student learning.
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October 08, 2025
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Soundproofing may make homes quieter but more detached
I refer to Ms Heidi Ng's letter \"Make modern soundproofing in HDB homes a key priority\" (Oct 6).
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October 08, 2025
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Battling Djokovic almost down but not out
Novak Djokovic banished exhaustion and played through an ankle injury scare to make it to the quarterfinals of the Shanghai Masters on Oct 7, beating Spain's Jaume Munar 6-3, 5-7, 6-2.
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October 08, 2025
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Delays at US airports as workers call in sick amid govt shutdown
Security staff, air traffic controllers must work but are not being paid
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October 08, 2025
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The Al boom is masking real problems in the US economy
The situation is worse than putting all your eggs in one basket.
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October 08, 2025
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FOREVER SIXTY-ONE SET TO DOUBLE THE DOSE UNDER LIM
Classy gallopers Arigato and Duma also serve notice with good training workouts
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October 08, 2025
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Fifa reveals fake birth claims, but FAM will appeal
In a letter - addressed to the FAM and the seven naturalised players - seen by The Straits Times, Fifa said it found that the grandparents of the players had been born in Spain, Argentina, Brazil and the Netherlands, and not in Malaysia.
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October 08, 2025
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Bangkok sinkhole: Road reopening postponed
The reopening to traffic at the Samsen Road sinkhole in Bangkok, located in front of Vajira Hospital, has been postponed indefinitely from Oct 8 as the authorities must first demolish the Samsen Police Station building, the transport minister said.
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