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Back to The Grind on screen
Actors Chantalle Ng and Richie Koh reunite to play a couple working in the same company in the corporate drama
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December 20, 2025
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MAX HAS GOAL AFTER GOLD
S'pore kitefoiler ready for 2026 challenges, which includes reclaiming world c'ship title
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December 20, 2025
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3 doors, 4 wheels, many personalities
The Mini JCW Cooper 3Dr offers fun and finesse with style and substance
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December 20, 2025
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Cavaliers wary of Bulls' Giddey in 'rematch'
The Bulls held serve in Chicago, winning the first half of their back-to-back against the Cleveland Cavaliers behind a triple-double from Josh Giddey on Dec 17.
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December 20, 2025
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Suspected gunman in Brown University mass shooting found dead
The suspect in last weekend’s mass shooting at Brown University is dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, with investigators certain that he also killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor two days later, officials said on Dec 18.
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December 20, 2025
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Baht rallies to 3-year high against Singdollar
But Thailand's slowing growth, fiscal policies and political uncertainty may curb currency's rise: Experts
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December 20, 2025
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Co-op doctors and social workers join forces for more seamless care
Three-month pilot will see them collaborate through referrals, co-management of cases
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December 20, 2025
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Indonesian pro-government parties open to scrapping direct regional elections
Political parties behind President Prabowo Subianto's administration are open to his suggestion of scrapping the current system of direct elections for regional heads.
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December 20, 2025
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Knife-wielding attacker kills three in Taipei, dies during police chase
Three people were killed and five injured when a knife-wielding attacker went on a rampage in central Taipei on Dec 19, before dying during a police chase after falling from a building, the Premier said.
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December 20, 2025
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Police probing case of man injured near Tampines MRT station
The police are investigating an incident that left a man injured near Tampines MRT station on the evening of Dec 19.
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December 20, 2025
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Japan reaffirms no-nukes pledge after official floats idea
Japan reaffirmed its decades-old pledge never to possess nuclear weapons on Dec 19, after local media reported that a senior security official suggested it should have them to deter potential aggressors.
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December 20, 2025
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Apink's Yoon Bo-mi to wed songwriter Rado
SEOUL - Yoon Bo-mi of K-pop girl group Apink will marry her longtime boyfriend, songwriter and producer Rado, in 2026, her agency said on Dec 18.
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December 20, 2025
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Malaysian mall scraps pet-friendly policy after uproar
Govt intervenes after Malay-Muslims say dogs' presence disrespectful to community
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December 20, 2025
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Singapore's social cohesion faces big test in the age of borderless viral hate speech
Prevention must play a bigger role. It’s about acting before the damage is done.
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December 20, 2025
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Most Valuable Party approved as new political party in S'pore
The Most Valuable Party (MVP) is Singapore's newest political party, having received approval from the authorities eight months after its application was filed.
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December 20, 2025
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Usher in the New Year at heartland hubs
Count down to 2026
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December 20, 2025
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China, US seek Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire ahead of ASEAN meeting
Latest fighting sees Cambodia firing heavy weapons across border, Thailand retaliating
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December 20, 2025
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BNY to move S'pore offices to Marina One as it eyes Asia growth
BNY is entering its next phase of transformation that bets big on artificial intelligence (AI).
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December 20, 2025
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Giant lanterns light up Christmas in Philippines
In the Christmas-mad Philippines, thousands cheer as handcrafted lanterns towering 6m high light up the night sky in San Fernando, northwest of the country's capital.
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December 20, 2025
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Australia plans gun buyback after Bondi shooting, as surfers honour the dead
PM Albanese vows to get guns off streets; national day of reflection to mourn victims
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December 20, 2025
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Kinship and connections
It is natural to hope for mutual, unconditional love and support from those closest to us, but family ties and friendships have their ups and downs.
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December 20, 2025
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Cannabis industry's claims more smoke than science
A major US study not only questions the supposed medical benefits, but also warns of the dangers that users face.
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December 20, 2025
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Three women found guilty of covering up sexual assault of 2-year-old in pre-school
School's vice-principal acted on orders from executive director to delete CCTV footage
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December 20, 2025
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Over 2,700 people fined for vape offences since Sept 1
More than 2,700 people have been fined for vape-related offences since tougher penalties came into effect on Sept 1.
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December 20, 2025
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Antony Price was fashion guru of British pop stars
The fashion world paid tribute on Dec 18 to British designer Antony Price, who crafted sharp, stylish looks for pop legends such as Mick Jagger, David Bowie and Duran Duran, after he died aged 80.
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December 20, 2025
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Mandatory caning for scammers from Dec 30; stiffer penalties for speedsters from Jan 1
Scammers, and members and recruiters of scam syndicates, will face mandatory caning of at least six strokes from Dec 30.
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December 20, 2025
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Cost of Al boom: PC prices set to rise as demand for memory chips soars
Up to 45% surge in prices of laptops and desktops expected through 2026
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December 20, 2025
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Water polo men's next aim is Asian Games medal
Not satisfied with being big fish in the small Southeast Asian pond, the Singapore men’s water polo team shifted their sights to an Asiad podium spot just minutes after beating Indonesia 19-16 to claim their 29th SEA Games gold in 30 editions.
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December 20, 2025
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WNBA players ready to strike for a better deal
The Women’s National Basketball Players’ Association (WNBPA) said on Dec 18 that its members have authorised its executive committee to call for a strike “when necessary”, as labour negotiations continue with the league.
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December 20, 2025
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Creating things
In a world where many jobs involve processing information, analysing data or coordinating action, there is meaning to having a creative outlet to bring ideas to life by making something beautiful.
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