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24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants
A blast targeting a train carrying military personnel killed at least 24 people on May 24 in Pakistan’s turbulent south-western province of Balochistan, a senior official said.
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May 25, 2026
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Finland banking on new tech edge
It is carving out global niche in specialised tech including AI and 6G
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May 25, 2026
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Satellites developed by uni students now star of Finnish space sector
What began as a student-led project at Finland’s Aalto University in 2012 to develop small satellites for high-quality Earth monitoring from space has now burgeoned into the world’s largest network of multiple orbiting radar satellites.
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May 25, 2026
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Gstaad enhances UK Royal Ascot claims with Irish 2000 Guineas win
Gstaad confirmed his position among Europe’s leading three-year-old milers, with a commanding victory in the €500,000 (S$743,000) Group 1 Irish 2,000 Guineas (1,600m) at The Curragh on May 23.
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May 25, 2026
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4 held after clashes with cops at Spanish airport as Gaza activists return
The police detained four people at Bilbao Airport in northern Spain on May 23 following clashes that broke out after activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla returned home, officials said.
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May 25, 2026
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A masterclass in living artistically
When five master performers with more than 250 years of combined stage experience are convened to confront the impending end of their artistic lives, very little else is needed before the room begins to vibrate.
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May 25, 2026
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Why we need clearer guidelines about walking in cities
From London to Tokyo, navigating crowds and dodging cyclists can be challenging.
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May 25, 2026
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Trump-Xi summit leaves trail of doubts over US support for Taiwan
Questions hang over arms sales package and Reagan-era assurances.
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May 25, 2026
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Actor Lee Kang-sheng on the mend after undergoing heart procedure
Taiwanese actor Lee Kang-sheng is taking a week-long break after undergoing a heart procedure.
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May 25, 2026
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Gunman killed after opening fire near White House
Trump was in building at the time but not affected; bystander struck during shootout
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May 25, 2026
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New AI tool can personalise diet, exercise plans for Healthier SG goals
It generates and refines health plans based on information, preferences given by user
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May 25, 2026
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AI pioneer calls for digital trails, clearer accountability for systems
Artificial intelligence systems that can act autonomously will need far stronger guard rails — including having digital trails to trace their actions and clear accountability over who controls them — before businesses can safely deploy them at scale, said an award-winning AI pioneer.
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May 25, 2026
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Usyk ready for Kabayel after narrow escape
Ukraine’s unbeaten heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk stopped Dutch former kickboxer Rico Verhoeven with one second left in the penultimate round of a World Boxing Council (WBC) title fight on May 23, avoiding one of the greatest boxing upsets of all time.
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May 25, 2026
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Coal miners in quiet county earn money ‘with their lives at risk’
Coal miners in the sleepy Chinese county of Qinyuan sometimes dine at Ms Zhang’s skewer eatery, especially on payday, so a gas explosion that killed at least 82 of these workers left her feeling sorrow for their bereaved families.
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May 25, 2026
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Sosoru looks good for hat-trick despite rise in class
South Africa (Vaal) preview
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May 25, 2026
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'POSITIVE' TALKS OVER PRIZE MONEY DISPUTE
Roland Garros organisers and players to continue dialogue in the coming weeks
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May 25, 2026
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LIFE AFTER... DEPRESSION
Turning to theatre to spotlight mental health, tackle youth concerns
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May 25, 2026
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What to do if a prospective hirer seeks reference from your boss
Q Could a reference check with my current employer jeopardise my job? What happens if my boss knows I’m job hunting?
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May 25, 2026
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Suspended firms must fix issues within three years
Those that do not may be delisted as SGX RegCo aims to curb prolonged trading halts
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May 25, 2026
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Kareena, 12, claims historic Asian age-group crown
Kareena Sashikumar etched her name into the history books on May 24 after becoming the first Singaporean squash player to win an Asian junior individual age-group title at the Asian Junior Individual Championships.
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May 25, 2026
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Woman sleeping in car arrested after drugs, vapes found in vehicle
A 38-year-old woman who was found sleeping in a car parked at a landed residential estate in Sin Ming has been arrested for drug-related offences after suspected drugs, drug-related paraphernalia and vaporisers were found in the vehicle.
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May 25, 2026
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Hotels strive to be found as travellers tap AI to plan vacations
With people increasingly adopting AI to help plan their vacations, hotels are working to make sure you check them out - and check in.
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May 25, 2026
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UNITED'S DEFENCE A PRIORITY, SAYS VIDIC
Ex-Red Devil calls for a stronger backline and bigger squad to compete for trophies
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May 25, 2026
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Chief exec was only stating the truth about job landscape
I am writing to support Standard Chartered chief executive Bill Winters for his candid statements (StanChart CEO reassures staff after backlash over ‘lower-value human’ remark, May 20).
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May 25, 2026
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How David Attenborough inspired fans and scientists during S’pore visit in 2006
Many of those who met the iconic presenter say encounter remains a treasured memory
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May 25, 2026
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A LIFT FOR GIRLS' FOOTBALL
ActiveSG academy to start female-only programme at Ang Mo Kio, Tampines
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May 25, 2026
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The Circle Line's almost complete. Its walkways don't have to be empty
With new MRT stations opening and more train lines in the works, there’s an opportunity to transform their long underground walkways into more than just infrastructure.
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May 25, 2026
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Residents in Hanoi fear losing homes amid urban renewal blitz
Many could be displaced as the Viet capital prepares for doubling of population by 2045
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May 25, 2026
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Use the mid-year exam post-mortem to build confidence for the PSLE
Your Primary 6 child comes home with marked mid-year exam papers. You see the results and your heart falls.
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May 25, 2026
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Despite pressure from Trump, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela
US President Donald Trump’s administration has been stepping up pressure on communist-controlled Cuba after using the military in January to remove then Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
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