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Ko Wen-je portrays himself as tragic hero, laying the ground for political comeback
The release of former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je from detention is set to shake up domestic politics and could lay the ground for a political comeback — if he plays his cards right, analysts said.
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September 12, 2025
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Parts of Bangkok declared epidemic zones after rabies flare-up
Thailand's Department of Livestock Development has urgently declared parts of Bangkok and Samut Prakan as temporary epidemic zones following a rabies outbreak, imposing a 30-day ban on the movement of dogs, cats and other mammals.
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September 12, 2025
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Bradley Proud Of Group Spirit
Upbeat US captain says his Ryder Cup side are 'the closest team I've ever seen'
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September 12, 2025
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Battles Over Kids' Screen Time Can Get Complicated With Grandparents
Different generations can hold different views on what is 'harmless'. How can we manage this tension?
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September 12, 2025
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Centurion to spin off some properties into Reit for listing on SGX mainboard
It prices IPO at 88 cents; DBS among 16 cornerstone investors
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September 12, 2025
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SAF's new P-8A aircraft plugs anti-submarine capabilities gap
Replacing the Fokker 50s, their acquisition also signals Singapore's continued defence ties with US: Experts
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September 12, 2025
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Chipotle Mexican Grill eyes expansion in Asia with Singapore debut
Famed American chain Chipotle Mexican Grill, known for its fast-casual restaurants specializing in customizable burritos, burrito bowls and tacos, is set to debut in Singapore and South Korea in 2026.
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September 12, 2025
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Hotshots Gunning for Grand Finale
Energised Lyles among stars out to leave marks at season-ending Tokyo world meet
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September 12, 2025
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CNB Nabs 8 Singaporeans, Seizes Over 400 Kpods, $22k in Cash in Raids
It is the first major CNB operation against vaping after stiffer penalties took effect
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September 12, 2025
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Chelsea Accused of 74 Rule Breaches
Chelsea were charged by the Football Association on Sept 11 with 74 alleged breaches of rules related to payments to agents and intermediaries between 2009 and 2022, when the football club were owned by Roman Abramovich.
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September 12, 2025
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Kirk Was Spreading His Message in Asia Just Days Ago
In the week before his fatal shooting, right-wing US political activist Charlie Kirk cheered the boom of conservative young men in South Korea and warned about a \"globalist menace\" in Tokyo on his first speaking tour of Asia.
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September 12, 2025
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Bolt Sees Jamaican 1-2 in World Championships 100m
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has backed either Kishane Thompson or Oblique Seville to beat defending champion Noah Lyles in the 100m at the world championships in Tokyo.
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September 12, 2025
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Pirate Flag Unfurled in Jakarta Now a Protest Icon Among Youth in Asia
Its spread shows how youth movements are increasingly borrowing from popular culture
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September 12, 2025
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NBA Chief Touts 'Broad Powers' in Clippers Probe
A week after a report surfaced alleging Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer tried to circumvent National Basketball Association (NBA) salary-cap rules, Commissioner Adam Silver on Sept. 10 stated if any wrongdoing is found, he will exercise his \"very broad powers.\"
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September 12, 2025
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Over in 83 days: Coach Akbar out of Tampines job
In a surprise move, BG Tampines Rovers have parted ways with coach Akbar Nawas despite an unbeaten start to the season, which saw the Singapore Premier League (SPL) side lift the Community Shield.
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September 12, 2025
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Old condos at a crossroads: Rebuild, upgrade or conserve?
Owners are split: Some want renewal via sale en bloc; others want to stay and pay for upgrade
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September 12, 2025
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Pogacar Eyes Double Target at World Championships
Tadej Pogacar says a 46-day break since his latest Tour de France triumph has left him rested and ready to launch his build-up to the world championships with two races in Canada.
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September 12, 2025
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Feline that inspired cartoon cat Azuki-san dies
Azuki, a Japanese cat that inspired her owner to create a popular character named after her, died on Sept. 9.
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September 12, 2025
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Ready For The Challenge
Coach Ong urges Sailors to 'enjoy the occasion' in Women's Champions League
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September 12, 2025
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Big Guns Locked And Loaded For Selangor Gold Cup Day
Time for Noah Khan, Good Star and King Of Sixty-One to shine
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September 12, 2025
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Heat forces 7.30am starts for marathons, race walks
The marathons and 35km race walks at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo will start half an hour earlier because of health risks posed by unseasonably hot weather, the organisers said on Sept 11.
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September 12, 2025
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'China Inside': How Chinese EV Tech Is Reshaping Car Design
Global carmakers' new strategy resembles the 'Intel Inside' campaign of the 1990s
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September 12, 2025
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Japan's Shin Emperor Aiming to Rule in Ireland
Forever Young's trainer-owner team return to Leopardstown in a bid to go two better
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September 12, 2025
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Vardy out to prove doubters wrong in Serie A move
Jamie Vardy is determined to prove he is not at Cremonese for a retirement party, as the former Premier League winner prepares to start a new adventure at the newly-promoted Serie A club.
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September 12, 2025
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Russian drones in Polish airspace reignite worries for Europe's civil aviation
Escalating global conflicts increase burden on airline operations and profitability
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September 12, 2025
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Arab Leaders Question US Security Guarantee After Qatar Attack
Israeli strike could speed up Arab efforts to forge stronger ties with other global powers
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September 12, 2025
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Taiwan Takes on 'Grey-Zone' Warfare Threat with 24-Hour Sea Cable Patrols
Taiwanese coast guard captain Juan Chung-ching's patrol boat moved across the Taiwan Strait, scanning for threats to what Taipei says is the newest target of China's grey-zone warfare: undersea cables vital to the democratic island's communications.
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September 12, 2025
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Singapore-UK ties Partnership more important than ever in a changing world
In August, I had the honour of joining 30 veterans at the National Memorial Arboretum in the UK to mark 80 years since World War II ended in East Asia.
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September 12, 2025
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Get ready for game, set and match for Roland Garros
Sept 13 South Africa (Durbanville) form analysis
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September 12, 2025
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Alibaba Leads China Tech Giant Funding Spree With $4 Billion Deal
Alibaba Group Holding is leading a fund-raising spree among Chinese tech giants, driven by soaring capital demands amid intensifying competition in artificial intelligence (AI).
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