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Trump warns ceasefire with Iran on ‘life support’ after rejecting peace offer
US President Donald Trump warned on May 1 that the ceasefire in the Middle East war was on “life support”, after rejecting the latest counteroffer from Iran, which said its military stood ready to respond to any act of aggression.
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May 13, 2026
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How Billie Eilish and James Cameron captured her concert in 3D glory
When Billie Eilish’s mother told her that Titanic (1997) and Avatar (2009 to present) director James Cameron wanted to direct a 3D concert movie starring the American pop star, the singer’s first reaction was incredulity.
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May 13, 2026
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TOC's Terry Xu ordered to pay over $154,000 in legal costs to ministers
Sum comprises lawyers' fees and disbursements relating to defamation suit
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May 13, 2026
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16 schools enter semi-finals of ST's What's The News? quiz as competition hots up
After an intense preliminary round involving more than 6,000 students from over 70 schools, The Straits Times’ current affairs competition What’s The News? has entered the semi-final stage.
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May 13, 2026
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Set-piece goals won't rule World Cup: Silva
Set-piece prowess may be reshaping club football, but FIFA's Technical Study Group (TSG) said on May 11 that dead-ball dominance is unlikely to define the 2026 World Cup.
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May 13, 2026
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Tuina therapy as effective as physiotherapy for short-term lower back pain relief: Study
Tuina, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapeutic massage, is as effective as physiotherapy for treating chronic lower back pain in the short term, a study by the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) has found.
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May 13, 2026
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After the war, the UAE faces a hard road back to its shining past
Not just energy flows, but business confidence also needs to return — and that will take time.
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May 13, 2026
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Laduree is back – with permanent store at Takashimaya
French patisserie Laduree has returned to Takashimaya Shopping Centre with a permanent flagship boutique at Ngee Ann City, six years after it shuttered its previous store and takeaway counter in 2020.
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May 13, 2026
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Making replicas in hope Brazil win the real thing
Jarbas Meneghini has made more than 3,000 plaster replicas of the football World Cup trophy from his workshop in Rio de Janeiro to help fans root for Brazil in the hope of bringing home the golden original from North America in July.
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May 13, 2026
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Lack of social capital a barrier for Malay community despite signs of rising educational mobility: Study
Structural and social barriers continue to hinder the upward mobility of the Malay community, a study has found, even amid strong education and occupational progress among some families.
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May 13, 2026
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New network aims to double number of defence volunteers in 3 to 5 years
Pathways to play supporting role alongside national servicemen to be expanded
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May 13, 2026
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Big, bold, beautiful
Even with landmark architecture, premium features and prime locations, a significant gap remains.
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May 13, 2026
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Historical film The King’s Warden wins Grand Prize and Best New Actor
Baeksang Arts Awards
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May 13, 2026
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Create an environment where people have the emotional space to date
While GovTech’s exploration of a government-run dating platform is encouraging, it risks addressing the symptom rather than the root cause of Singapore’s fertility woes (Free meals for first dates? Singpass login to deter catfishers? Survey seeks views to boost coupling, April 30).
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May 13, 2026
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CAREER SLAM IN SPIETH'S SIGHTS
World No. 51 feels his improving game is good enough to clinch elusive PGA C’ship
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May 13, 2026
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Singapore market up, with Seatrium leading STI gainers
• FLCT worst STI performer; three local banks end mixed • Riverstone tops iEdge S’pore Next 50 Index with 12.8% rise • Nikkei and KLCI climb while Kospi and Hang Seng retreat
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May 13, 2026
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The Dukono tragedy is about gaps in safety, not reckless hikers
Social media has popularised many destinations in Indonesia, but the safety infrastructure has not kept pace.
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May 13, 2026
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Surge in measles cases in Indonesia fuelled by misinformation
A surge in measles cases in Indonesia has made stay-at-home mum Fitri Fransiskha uneasy — but not enough to vaccinate her four children against the highly contagious and deadly virus.
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May 13, 2026
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Fast & Furious TV series in the works for Peacock
A television series based on the blockbuster movie franchise Fast & Furious (2001 to present) is being developed for the Peacock streaming service, NBCUniversal said on May 11.
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May 13, 2026
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WHO urges quarantine, stronger health coordination on hantavirus
Nearly 150 people who left cruise ship in Canary Islands are ‘high-risk’ contacts
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May 13, 2026
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SSG-WSG • Singaporeans supported in return to work, at every stage of their careers
We thank Mr Ives Tay for his letter “SkillsFuture can help more long-term jobless Singaporeans return to work” (May 6).
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May 13, 2026
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This is why you're drowning in busywork
The AI revolution involves a massive transfer of labour — not from worker to machine, but from worker to you.
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May 13, 2026
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10 killed in blast in north-western Pakistan market
A massive blast at a crowded market in north-western Pakistan killed 10 people and wounded dozens more on May 12, the emergency services agency said, as the latest attack in the region threatens to reignite fighting with neighbouring Afghanistan.
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May 13, 2026
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Google unit Debug expands facility here in support of anti-dengue efforts
Enhanced facility will also act as its R&D hub for the region
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May 13, 2026
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Spurs to 'fight until the end' in survival scrap
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi has pledged that his players will not give up, following a 1-1 English Premier League home draw against Leeds United on May 11.
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May 13, 2026
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FIGHTING FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM AT HOME
US coach Pochettino believes co-hosts have what it takes to win upcoming World Cup
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May 13, 2026
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Malaysia ‘shocked’ that Norway blocked missile delivery, says minister
Malaysia has been left “shocked” after Norway halted the delivery of missiles ordered in 2018 for the Royal Malaysian Navy’s littoral combat ships (LCS), said Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
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May 13, 2026
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S’pore hopes for diplomacy, dialogue to end Mid-East war, Vivian tells Iran counterpart in call
To secure a durable resolution to the Middle East conflict, it is vital for all parties to engage in negotiations in good faith, said Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan.
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May 13, 2026
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CHEVAL PEGASUS AND PACIFIC POWER FIRED UP
From trainer Jason Ong’s yard, they could be his aces at the May 17 Sungai Besi meeting
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May 13, 2026
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Next-generation heirs prefer continuity in wealth advisory: UBS
Study by bank shows 51% keeping same bankers after they inherit family fortune
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