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ASCOT TO SEE RIGHT ROYAL RACING ACTION FOR 5 DAYS
English tradition meets summer elegance in Berkshire, but the real show is on the track
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June 15, 2026
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Focus key to squash juniors' historic haul
Singapore’s young squash players recorded their best finish at the South-east Asian Junior Individual Championships, after wrapping up the 2026 edition with six gold, two silver and six bronze medals.
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June 15, 2026
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Selecao stumble 'but we cannot lose heart'
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said that “you don’t win a World Cup based on your first match”, after the five-time champions laboured to a 1-1 draw with Morocco on June 13.
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June 15, 2026
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Katy Perry, Lisa bring glitz to World Cup US opener
The World Cup arrived in the United States on June 12 in a blizzard of celebrity and glamour, with Los Angeles pulling out all the stops for the opening game between Team USA and Paraguay.
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June 15, 2026
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NTU student project helps undergrads put phones away for better sleep
Nurul Izzah, 25, had a habit of doom-scrolling on her mobile phone at bedtime, often until the early hours of the morning.
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June 15, 2026
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IMMORTALITY AT LAST FOR BRUNSON, KNICKS
Guard seals long-awaited title success for New York and etches name in NBA history
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June 15, 2026
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US, Iran inch closer to deal but timing remains unclear
Clashes continue as US downs Iranian drones; hardliners protest against pact
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June 15, 2026
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8 in 10 DBS retail customers get wealth planning managers
Nearly one million people invest or insure through DBS; it plans to double the number
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June 15, 2026
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S'pore saved $300m by avoiding clashes in underground utility projects
Singapore has avoided about $300 million in unnecessary construction costs since 2024 by identifying potential clashes between underground utility projects before any new work begins, Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat said on June 14.
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June 15, 2026
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Five nabbed over assault, robbery cases in Johor linked to fake dating profiles
A group of five men have been arrested in Malaysia for allegedly using fake dating profiles on social networking app Grindr to lure male victims into meeting them before carrying out armed robberies.
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June 15, 2026
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Protests set to grip Geneva ahead of G-7 summit
Thousands of protesters were expected to rally in Geneva on June 14 under heavy police presence ahead of the G-7 summit in Evian, amid fears of a repeat of the violence that marked a similar summit in 2003.
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June 15, 2026
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KPop Demon Hunters' Ejae duets with Andrea Bocelli
Ejae, the Korean-American singer-songwriter behind the Oscar-winning song Golden from Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters (2025), performed the official 2026 FIFA World Cup anthem DNA alongside Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli on June 11 at the tournament’s opening ceremony at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
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June 15, 2026
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Singapore, Microsoft to explore ways to test the safety of frontier AI models
Singapore is working with software giant Microsoft to explore ways to access frontier artificial intelligence models for safety and security testing.
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June 15, 2026
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Class 3 and 3A driving licence holders can now drive all EVs up to 3,000kg in unladen weight
From June 15, Class 3 and 3A driving licence holders here will be allowed to drive all electric light goods vehicles (electric LGVs) and electric small buses with an unladen weight (ULW) not exceeding 3,000kg, up from the current cap of 2,500kg, the Traffic Police (TP) said.
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June 15, 2026
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36-year-old Swift becomes youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift’s voice cracked repeatedly during her speech at June 1’s Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York.
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June 15, 2026
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NUS researchers develop battery-free skin patch to track blood pressure
Prototype allows for everyday tracking of vital signs without cumbersome cuffs
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June 15, 2026
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SUI MAKES UP FOR ‘REGRET’ IN 2024
‘Pretty good’ mental state helps China golfer win Singapore Ladies Masters by one stroke
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June 15, 2026
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Australian state to review drone curbs after shark attack
Restrictions on drones flying over Australia's Coogee Beach will be reviewed by a regulator so rescuers in New South Wales state can monitor for sharks, after an attack on June 13 left a woman critically injured in the hospital.
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June 15, 2026
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Major Master looks set to go back-to-back
June 16 South Africa (Kenilworth) preview
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June 15, 2026
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Trump picks personal lawyer for top job as US attorney
Post is in Southern District of NY, the office that paved way for Trump’s legal problems
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June 15, 2026
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Why do employers think it's okay to ghost job applicants?
Businesses that complain it is hard to recruit the right staff should look at themselves too.
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June 15, 2026
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Balance between safeguards and business-friendly environment is key
The implementation of the Corporate Service Providers Act in June 2025 marked a significant step in Singapore’s ongoing efforts to strengthen anti-money laundering controls and safeguard the integrity of its business environment.
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June 15, 2026
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Teh tarik still king amid changing tastes of Malaysia's youth
Teh tarik still holds its place as Malaysia’s favourite drink and a symbol of unity across race and culture, but changing consumer habits among Gen Z and Gen Alpha are rapidly transforming the tea industry.
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June 15, 2026
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Air travel • More attention needed to rein in high fares
When I read the article “Airfares will take longer than expected to return to normal levels, says global airline body” (June 8), I found myself reflecting on what this means for someone in my position — a Singaporean who flies regularly for work and family.
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June 15, 2026
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Will AI make it harder for young workers to learn on the job?
In this series, business journalist Timothy Goh offers practical answers to candid questions on navigating workplace challenges and getting ahead in your career. Get more tips by signing up to The Straits Times’ Headstart newsletter.
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June 15, 2026
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AI 'ghost cases' haunt South Korean courtrooms
South Korea’s judiciary branch is stepping up its response to the use of artificial intelligence in court proceedings, as AI-generated hallucinations have led attorneys to cite non-existent “ghost precedents” in their legal submissions, according to the National Court Administration (NCA).
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June 15, 2026
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Want to change your life? Become a dad
For more than a decade, my research lab at the University of Southern California has studied how fatherhood affects men’s brains, bodies, health and relationships.
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June 15, 2026
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Romanian President taps new PM-designate to form government
Romanian President Nicusor Dan tapped a new designated prime minister to form a government in a surprise announcement on June 14, after the previous hopeful for the post dropped out.
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June 15, 2026
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Indonesian economy struggles to win back investor confidence
Rupiah recovers slightly, but govt policies spook investors
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June 15, 2026
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De Bruyne eager to face ‘nice guy’ Salah
Belgium playmaker Kevin de Bruyne is embracing his role as one of the team’s elder statesmen, telling reporters on June 13 that he feels he can fully appreciate his fourth and surely last World Cup.
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