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Anwar Ibrahim's loneliness is self-inflicted
He risks losing both the conservatives he courts and the reformists who brought him to power.
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June 01, 2026
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Chan calls for more partnerships with like-minded countries as nature of conflicts evolves
‘Coalitions of the able and willing’ serve to bridge gaps, path-find in new territories
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June 01, 2026
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Benchmark jail term set for those who drive despite having lost their licence
Individuals who have completely lost their driving licences but still get behind the wheel will face, as a starting point, three weeks’ jail and a two-year driving ban for driving without a valid licence.
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June 01, 2026
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Defence spending alone may not result in better capabilities: Chan Chun Sing
He says what matters is how the money is used, and that spending consistently is key
3 min |
June 01, 2026
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Leaders from Five Power Defence Arrangements affirm 55-year-old defence pact’s strategic relevance
Top defence officials from the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) reaffirmed their nations’ commitment to the longstanding security framework at a meeting hosted by Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing on May 31.
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June 01, 2026
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Trump sends Iran tougher peace proposal: Reports
Tehran says Washington is not to be trusted, underlining rift that two sides still need to close
3 min |
June 01, 2026
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Need to better track vehicle ownership
There is significant room for improvement in the basic data management underpinning the local vehicle ownership system.
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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More youth become caregivers to siblings with special needs
If your parents asked you to stay home to care for a sibling with special needs when you had plans with friends, what would you do?
3 min |
June 01, 2026
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Oranje v Samurai Blue: World Cup spices up defence diplomacy
Dutch Defence Minister Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius is set to visit her Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi in June 2026.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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S’pore launches nationwide movement to help families foster healthy digital habits
Parents seeking guidance on how to manage their children’s digital activities can now access a new portal that consolidates government resources.
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June 01, 2026
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Ship transits through Strait of Hormuz rising with help from US
Shipowners are increasingly optimistic about a pickup in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after more vessels left the waterway last week, with the United States providing information to aid those making the journey.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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SATS shares jump after record $6b revenue; Mary Chia posts loss
CapitaLand Ascott Trust to sell The Robertson House hotel for $360m
6 min |
June 01, 2026
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10 WEEKS TO THE PSLE ENGLISH ORAL
Tap an AI platform to step up your child's preparation for this exam and explore methods such as spaced repetition to boost memory and recall
3 min |
June 01, 2026
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Thai Singha beer scion speaks up about traumatic childhood secret
Disclosure of alleged sexual abuse by his older brother has shattered cultural taboos
5 min |
June 01, 2026
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Ryan Lian back to acting two years after lock tampering incident
Things appear to be looking up for home-grown actor Ryan Lian, who said on social media on May 26 that he is making an acting comeback after a couple of challenging years.
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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Portal to list range of offline activities for families with children of all ages
The portal will list a range of accessible offline activities for families with children of all ages, starting with the upcoming June school holidays.
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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The most powerful anti-drug message may start at the dinner table
Personal, one-to-one conversations can be much more effective than broadcast messaging. Why aren't more people having them?
5 min |
June 01, 2026
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Malaysia rebukes Norway over scrapped missile deal, says trust damaged
Malaysian Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivered a public rebuke of Norway for cancelling its naval missile system contract, saying the move translates to a loss in trust in international agreements and strategic partnerships.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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Can I use AI for take-home interview assignments?
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.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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NTU student halts studies to look after his mum with brain tumour
26-year-old who also cared for late father says caregiving is a choice, not a burden
4 min |
June 01, 2026
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China patrols Scarborough Shoal after Philippines warns of threat
China’s military and coast guard said they carried out patrols near Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on May 31, a day after the Philippine defence minister said Manila remained under threat from Beijing despite a recent easing in US-China tensions.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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DR Congo widens Ebola testing as outbreak’s scale eludes officials
Virus may be outpacing tracking as samples await tests: Medical group
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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CRAWFORD, MICHEL LAND 1ST G1 IN DAILY NEWS 2000
Star Major storms home to give S.A. trainer and French jockey their biggest win to date
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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Letter from the editor • Moving away from honorifics
Dear reader, From today, you may notice a change in the way we present our stories.
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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Senior Sri Lanka monk suspended over child sex claims
Sri Lanka’s Buddhist hierarchy suspended on May 30 a senior monk accused of sexually abusing an 11-year-old girl, in a high-profile case that has shocked the religiously conservative nation.
1 min |
June 01, 2026
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A hypnotic blend of dance, installation and performance art
Disturbing, poetic, cosmic. Simultaneously, performance art, installation and dance, Planet [wanderer] is a post-humanist performance experience that defies categorisation.
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June 01, 2026
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Snatch thieves, mall pickpockets: How to stay safe in Jakarta
Recent theft incidents involving foreign nationals have drawn attention because several of them happened in high-profile areas of Jakarta, including Bundaran HI, Menteng and Pasar Baru.
2 min |
June 01, 2026
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SENSING CARLO'S WINNING TOUCH
Brazil hope most successful coach of this generation can end their 24-year title wait
3 min |
June 01, 2026
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AI in healthcare: Singapore has the tools. Now comes the hard part
An elderly patient arrives at a polyclinic with a nagging cough. Her chest X-ray is taken, fed through an AI system and flagged for urgent review within minutes. Her doctor is already looking at it when she sits down.
5 min |
June 01, 2026
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US War Secretary Pete Hegseth may just make Asia great again
The US posture towards the region has clearly shifted to one centred on being an offshore balancer of power that seeks partnerships and discourages domination by any one country.
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