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5 free (or almost free) non-negotiable habits for a longer and healthier life
I used to think statins were for ‘old people.’ Then my cholesterol hit 271 — and reality hit even harder.
8 min |
November 04, 2025
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Depressed youth set fire to pop-up booths at VivoCity and HarbourFront Centre
Several pop-up booths at VivoCity and HarbourFront malls went up in flames after a depressed teenager set their merchandise and equipment ablaze, causing over $27,000 in damage.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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S’pore charity to focus on long-term recovery and rebuilding in Gaza
Singapore charity Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation (RLAF) is focusing on long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts in Gaza, with new projects aimed at supporting healthcare and education.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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Malaysian rapper Namewee faces drug charges after October arrest
Malaysian rapper Namewee has been charged with two drug-related offences following his arrest in October.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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Anti-terror drills boost community bonds, more should join: Sim Ann
Over 80 Exercise Heartbeat participants respond to 'terror attack' in Clarke Quay
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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Layoffs. Stronger measures needed to deter errant employers
I am concerned by the sudden closure of Twelve Cupcakes, executed without sufficient notice to its employees, and which has affected their livelihood and mental well-being.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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Trump's revival of idea of US-China G-2 raises eyebrows
News analysis
5 min |
November 04, 2025
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Man charged with 10 counts of attempted murder after knife attack on British train
British prosecutors on Nov 3 charged a 32-year-old man with 10 counts of attempted murder following a mass stabbing on a London-bound train that left multiple passengers injured on Nov 1, including a train worker critically wounded but now stable.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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Vivian Balakrishnan on working visit to Middle East
Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit the Palestinian Territories and Israel from Nov 3 to 6.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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20 years' jail for man who raped step-granddaughter
69-year-old sexually assaulted the victim at home when she was nine to 10 years old
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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38 Oxley Road earmarked to become national monument
Lee Kuan Yew's house assessed to have historic significance, national importance
4 min |
November 04, 2025
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HALF YOURS CAN HAVE IT ALL AT FLEMINGTON
Group I Melbourne Cup (3,200m): Race 7, Flemington. Start time: 12pm (S'pore)
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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Bersatu infighting threatens PN unity ahead of Sabah vote
Senior party leaders are mounting a public rebellion to oust Muhyiddin from top post
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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Tolls • Deduction at land checkpoints to be automatic with full OBU migration
We refer to the letter “A hassle paying toll fee at Customs checkpoint” (Oct 21) by Mr Ong Kok Weng.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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FROM 'BOY' ΤΟ WOMAN OF 'HERSTORIC' FINAL
Drafted into the India squad as a late replacement, Shafali Verma more than justified her selection for their Women's Cricket World Cup campaign - she went on to help her country make history.
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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GOLDEN PEGASUS NAILS THE CHALLENGE
Trainer Siva’s Group | place-getter holds off last-start winner Antipodean to score in KL
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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French macaron maker Laduree to return with pop-up at Ion Orchard
Move over, Pierre Herme. French patisserie Laduree is back to muscle in on the macaron action in Singapore.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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Kipchoge to run in 7 continents to inspire
Two-time Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge says he will run seven marathons on seven continents over the next two years to raise funds for causes he believes in even as he continues to race at the elite level.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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$186m magnet plant to boost rare earth sector in Malaysia: Anwar
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the development of a RM600 million (S$185.8 million) super magnet manufacturing facility in the state of Pahang will strengthen the nation’s rare earth sector, state media reported.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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Coach operator Aeroline told to suspend all S'pore-Malaysia trips from Nov 6 to Dec 5
Malaysian coach operator Aeroline, which provides trips between Singapore and Malaysia, will temporarily suspend all its trips between Nov 6 and Dec 5.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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US Republicans accused of choosing to ‘weaponise hunger’
House Democrat blames them for lapse of funding for food aid scheme for Americans
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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For a literary saint, author Margaret Atwood can sure hold a grudge
Canadian novelist Margaret Atwood does not like being called a prophet.
4 min |
November 04, 2025
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Thrift sellers, shoppers bemoan Indonesia's planned crackdown
The Indonesian government's plan to clamp down on imported used clothes, which are in violation of an existing ban, has drawn negative responses from thrift sellers and shoppers in Jakarta, especially in light of an increase in the cost of living and sustainability issues.
3 min |
November 04, 2025
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Australia and S-E Asia drifting apart over US-China rivalry
As Canberra doubles down on ties with the US and Aukus, its hopes of forging deeper links with Asean face growing headwinds.
5 min |
November 04, 2025
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Nasa to Kim Kardashian: We've been to the Moon before
The acting administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa), Mr Sean Duffy, reaffirmed on Oct 30 that the 1969 landing of American astronauts on the moon did, in fact, take place.
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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Timeline of events since the Lee family feud became public
When founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew’s last will was read on April 12, 2015, less than a month after his death, his three children had disagreed on the fate of his 38 Oxley Road house.
5 min |
November 04, 2025
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China knows 'consequences' of any attack on Taiwan: Trump
But he stops short of saying US will provide military support to fend off an invasion
2 min |
November 04, 2025
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Look into how delivery riders are affecting road safety
Letter of the day
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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World's most expensive coffee goes on sale in Dubai at $1,300 a cup
A cafe in Dubai is offering the world’s most expensive coffee, selling for more than $1,200 a cup, brewed from Panamanian beans sold at a premium price.
1 min |
November 04, 2025
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Former Hotel Miramar bought for $160m to get revamp and new name
Wee Hur, Aravest behind purchase of the property in Havelock Road
4 min |