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Gauff deals with illness to progress in Madrid
Coco Gauff became the latest victim of the stomach virus that has been sweeping through the draw at the Madrid Open, but the ailing American still found a way to beat Sorana Cirstea 4-6, 7-5, 6-1 on April 26 to reach the round of 16.
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April 27, 2026
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WARRIOR DOMINANT IN 4TH QEII CUP WIN
My Wish lands Newnham’s Ist HK Gl victory, Ka Ying Rising records 20th straight success
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April 27, 2026
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Prepping for a specialised school
These four specialised independent schools take in students only via the DSA exercise
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April 27, 2026
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Sawe, Kejelcha break 2hr marathon barrier
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe shattered one of athletics' most elusive barriers on April 26, becoming the first man to run a marathon in under two hours as he stormed to victory at the London Marathon in 1hr 59min 30sec.
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April 27, 2026
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Five things to know about AI start-up DeepSeek
Chinese firm, which shot to global attention with its RI model, debuts new model V4
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April 27, 2026
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SILVASISTA CLAIMS VRC ST LEGER
2Y0 Blind Raise is two-from-two with Anzac Day Stakes victory in Melbourne
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April 27, 2026
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6-year study on protecting Singapore's south-west coast from rising seas
A study to protect the industry-heavy southwest of Singapore from sea-level rise is expected to start later in 2026, with consultants set to recommend if coastal barriers can be built between the mainland and Jurong Island.
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April 27, 2026
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Rice farmers in Thailand, Vietnam hit by rising prices linked to Iran war
Some may stop planting as production and freight costs soar, impacting food security
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April 27, 2026
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A voice for the animals
Meet the vets who perform surgery, offer behavioural therapy and safeguard animal welfare
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April 27, 2026
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Who is Cole Tomas Allen?
The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner shooting on April 25 was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who appears from social media sites to be a Caltech graduate working as a part-time teacher and game developer.
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April 27, 2026
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More landed homes opt for solar power amid global energy crisis
Lower electricity bills, fall in installation cost, EV ownership among factors cited
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April 27, 2026
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Mall mania: Paragon, il2 Katong get new owners; White Sands up for grabs
Latest transactions reflect increasing investor demand for shopping centres
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April 27, 2026
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Trump likely target of gunman at Washington gala dinner: Attorney-general
Trump, wife unhurt; questions remain over how suspect smuggled weapon into hotel
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April 27, 2026
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Fixing issue of overqualification requires jobs to grow with people
That starts with a focus on skills, rather than paper credentials.
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April 27, 2026
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When does a token of thanks become payment for blood donation?
Balance needed to uphold altruism when awarding Healthpoints to ensure supply
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April 27, 2026
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Dance Variety can double up for Habib
April 27 South Africa (Kenilworth) preview
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April 27, 2026
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Tengah's first private condo nearly sold out at launch weekend
Tengah's first private condominium development, Tengah Garden Residences, was nearly sold out at its launch weekend, following a surge in demand for new private homes that began in March.
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April 27, 2026
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Welfare Employers encouraged to provide heat-safe water bottles
We thank Ms Tahirah Rebekah Koshy for her letter and concern for outdoor workers (Give heat-safe water bottles to those working in hot sun, April 20).
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April 27, 2026
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Top local finisher Ang stronger after l-year ban
It was a week to remember for Ryan Ang, who wrapped up his outing at the Singapore Open presented by The Business Times by becoming the top local golfer at the Asian Tour event.
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April 27, 2026
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Confusion and fright as sense of danger spread across hotel ballroom
The spring pea and burrata appetiser course had been distributed and the schmoozing hour of April 25's White House Correspondents' Association dinner had begun when a small commotion occurred towards the back of the Washington Hilton ballroom shortly after 8.30pm local time (8.30am on April 26, Singapore time).
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April 27, 2026
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Spottiswoode residents get more say in use of funds for neighbourhood
Dog runs, pickleball courts, water coolers and toilets at a void deck are among more than 120 items on Spottiswoode residents’ wish list, which was shared on April 26 at the launch of a participatory budgeting trial.
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April 27, 2026
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CDL hotel unit sees board reshuffle with 2 new directors and 4 exits
The hotel subsidiary of property developer City Developments Limited (CDL) announced on April 24 that two new directors have been appointed, a day after CDL said that three directors quit the hotel unit in a filing on the Singapore Exchange.
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April 27, 2026
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A top superbike reignites debate over Chinese innovation
In recent weeks, motorbike enthusiasts around the world have been speculating over when and whether they can get their hands on Chinese bikemaker ZXMOTO’s 820RR.
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April 27, 2026
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Giving pets a second chance with surgery
When Dr Derniese Goh was in Secondary 4, cramming for her O-level examinations, a mistake led her down the path to becoming Singapore's first female small animal specialist surgeon.
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April 27, 2026
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Taylor Swift tops Spotify’s list of most streamed artistes
American pop star Taylor Swift has unsurprisingly topped Spotify’s inaugural list of Most Streamed Artists of All Time.
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April 27, 2026
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CHELSEA FIND RELIEF AS THEY REACH FINAL
Troubled Blues book Wembley date with City in FA Cup decider after gutsy display
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April 27, 2026
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India's deafening problem
Honking is harming India's health – and its economy.
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April 27, 2026
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Bali's trash issue raises a stink as key landfill is set to be closed
Bali residents are facing growing concern over uncollected trash in the tourist hub, with people increasingly burning rubbish, throwing it into rivers, littering on the roadside, public parks or even in school areas.
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April 27, 2026
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Sea-level rise not the only risk, says expert
Projected to rise by up to 1.15m by 2100.
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April 27, 2026
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Iran's Foreign Minister returns to Pakistan despite US talks cancellation
Iran’s Foreign Minister returned to Islamabad for more consultations on April 26, as international mediators try to keep peace talks on track despite US President Donald Trump calling off his envoys’ planned trip.
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