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Hao Mart shuts stores, sinks deeper into the red with 4 pending lawsuits
Home-grown chain has only 7 outlets left in operation, from a peak of 51 in 2021
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April 24, 2026
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Ekpharit credits caddie wife for S'pore Open co-lead
Since Thai golfer Ekpharit Wu turned professional in 2020, his wife Pam has been by his side at every tournament.
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April 24, 2026
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US-Iran stalemate short on time as risks for Trump, Tehran grow
The United States does not want to fight, and Iran does not want to talk. That, in summary, is the current situation in the Middle East, where the military confrontation in the Gulf is now largely a war of attrition.
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April 24, 2026
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10 months' jail for principal who abused 4-year-old multiple times
She grabbed pupil by the arm, hit his head after he refused to follow a teacher's instructions
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April 24, 2026
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Ageing society Longer-term support needed for care transport sector
I welcome our Government's move to support essential transport operators (Operators of essential bus services to get temporary government support to cope with higher fuel costs, April 9).
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April 24, 2026
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SATONO REVE READY TO POUNCE IN G1 CHAIRMAN’S SPRINT PRIZE
Jockey Moreira admits he faces huge task against Ka Ying Rising
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April 24, 2026
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One dengue death recorded from January to March; infections down 29%
Decline in dengue cases due to factors like herd immunity, Project Wolbachia: Expert
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April 24, 2026
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Websites act like legitimate Singapore-related news outlets
2025, all five received similar enhancements to their website and interface, with new features such as a news ticker, search bar and trending highlights, to more closely resemble authentic news websites, the statement added.
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April 24, 2026
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S'pore blocks 6 websites flagged over potential use in hostile info campaigns
All six linked to networks that have carried out such campaigns in other countries
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April 24, 2026
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Negeri Sembilan's royal dispute deepens as dissenters' seats vacant at state assembly
Chieftains seek to oust Malay ruler, who says their absence will not affect sitting's legality
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April 24, 2026
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Hands-on hobbies
There is only so much scrolling on the mobile phone one can do before it stops feeling like rest.
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April 24, 2026
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Lessons on toll-free shipping from straits of Malacca and Singapore
As Iran talks of levying tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, a model closer home shows how navigation in maritime chokepoints can be managed fairly and openly.
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April 24, 2026
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Public transport. Yes, campaigns still needed to reinforce social norms
I refer to the commentary “Do we really need a campaign to tell us how to behave on public transport?” (April 21).
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April 24, 2026
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Indonesia will not impose tolls on Malacca Strait shipping, says Foreign Minister
Indonesia will not impose a levy on vessels transiting the Strait of Malacca, as doing so would contravene international law, said Foreign Minister Sugiono on April 23.
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April 24, 2026
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A different Japan is emerging in Asia
The global geopolitical chaos is forcing a normalisation of the country's defence posture.
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April 24, 2026
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Drink driving: Three suspects charged after other road users hurt in accidents
Three people accused of drink driving were allegedly involved in separate traffic accidents where other road users were injured.
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April 24, 2026
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Tower Transit trials scheme to help older drivers move into other roles
In less than a month, Mr Alex Poon will turn 75 and no longer be allowed to drive a bus.
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April 24, 2026
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Apple Maps launch a 'big mistake', but Apple Watch was Cook's proudest work
Outgoing Apple chief reflects on hits and misses during his 15-year tenure
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April 24, 2026
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Pope Leo returns to Rome after outspoken Africa tour
Pope Leo returns to Rome on April 23 after wrapping up an ambitious four-nation Africa tour in which he forcefully decried the direction of global leadership, denounced despotism and war, and drew the ire of US President Donald Trump.
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April 24, 2026
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Drake's publicity stunt brings ice, blowtorches and headaches to Toronto
A carpark in Toronto was transformed into a monolithic ice palace on April 20 at the behest of Canadian rapper Drake.
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April 24, 2026
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US won't be allowed to dictate terms of trade talks: Carney
The United States does not get to dictate the terms of upcoming trade talks, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on April 22, following reports that Washington wants an “entry fee” before agreeing to open negotiations.
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April 24, 2026
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Investment • Criticism of Danantara should consider a different context
I refer to the article by Mr Dipo Satria Ramli, “Indonesia’s Danantara: Sovereign Wealth Or Sovereign Risk?” (April 17).
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April 24, 2026
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CapitaLand Investment tells shareholders it will stick to property-backed lending
This comes as global private credit market sees rising defaults and redemptions
3 min |
April 24, 2026
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US Senate advances $89b funding for ICE, Border Patrol
Republicans push through plan, ignoring Democrats' demand for guardrails
3 min |
April 24, 2026
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Revenue falls to all-time low of $1lm in FY2025
FROM A22
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April 24, 2026
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Team player Taniguchi shows staying power
Playing in his sixth consecutive Singapore Premier League (SPL) season, Japanese forward Ryoya Taniguchi remains a constant menace to defences.
3 min |
April 24, 2026
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BROWN WANTS TO PUT BRAKES ON F1 ALLIANCES
McLaren chief reiterates that multi-team ownership will compromise sport’s integrity
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April 24, 2026
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Thailand moves to end 60-day visa-free stays to curb abuse
Thailand is reviewing its 60-day visa-free entry scheme, and is likely to scrap the blanket arrangement for all eligible countries, as the government seeks to tighten screening, curb abuse and shift its tourism strategy towards higher-quality and longer-stay visitors.
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April 24, 2026
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US firms voice concern over China's supply chain rules
China’s new supply chain regulations could be a concern for US firms, the American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China) warned on April 23.
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April 24, 2026
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Time to stock up? Worry over condom prices goes viral in China
A warning of higher condom prices by the world's top maker has gone viral in China, with the hashtag \"condom prices rising\" garnering more than 60 million views by April 23 on Chinese social media and stoking talk of stockpiling.
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