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An eyesore • Clothes for recycling pile up beside bin
At Block 1A in Eunos Crescent, there is often a pile of clothes strewn on the floor beside the textile recycling bin.
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January 07, 2026
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THEY GOT IT WRONG: SABALENKA
She's sad about the negative views on 'Battle of the Sexes' and says 'it was fun'
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January 07, 2026
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Rules of engagement for an honest debate on Singapore's immigration policy
The West's immigration debates offer hard lessons on what to avoid when Singapore revisits its population conundrum.
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January 07, 2026
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More young people in S'pore drawn to skilled trades
Many see a hands-on career as rewarding, hope to become their own boss
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January 07, 2026
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Littlemissmillion should prevail
Jan 8 South Africa (Vaal) preview
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January 07, 2026
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Episode confirms shift in US behaviour under Trump: Expert
ly worded remarks that did not mention Washington or US President Donald Trump by name.
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January 07, 2026
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Growing unease in Asia-Pacific over US strike on Venezuela
While governments across the Asia-Pacific region have responded cautiously to the US attack on Venezuela, lawmakers and former officials have hit out at Washington’s move, saying its actions risk accelerating the erosion of the rules-based international order.
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January 07, 2026
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Boating • Bring down CIQ costs for pleasure craft owners in Singapore
I wish to highlight the high cost faced by owners of pleasure craft (boats used for sport, recreational or leisure purposes) when leaving and entering Singapore, and to urge the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) to consider a more practical and affordable alternative.
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January 07, 2026
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AI, quantum computing, interdisciplinary research to reshape science: Heng Swee Keat
As the world is in the midst of a revolution in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning capabilities, the research and innovation field will also be impacted in fundamental ways, said National Research Foundation (NRF) chairman Heng Swee Keat.
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January 07, 2026
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How not to get 'captured' in Trump's TV show foreign policy
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the theatrical use of force offer lessons on surviving US foreign policy in the near term.
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January 07, 2026
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Air India said to be replacing CEO amid losses
The Tata Group has started scouting for a new chief executive for Air India, as it grows impatient with the carrier’s slow recovery after a deadly crash that killed 241 passengers and crew in 2025, people familiar with the matter said.
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January 07, 2026
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Japanese dance group Avantgardey to perform in S'pore in March
With their identical schoolgirl pinafore uniforms and bob haircuts, viral Japanese dance group Avantgardey are set to put on their first solo show here on March 11 and 12.
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January 07, 2026
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Plans to draw top talent, nurture local researchers
FROM A1 increasingly complex and require expertise from multiple fields.
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January 07, 2026
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3 S’poreans among 120 fined, given community service for littering in Malaysia
Three Singaporeans are among 120 individuals issued RM2,000 (S$630) fines and community service orders for littering in public areas, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
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January 07, 2026
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Protests, ailing economy, US threats: Iran's regime might struggle to survive
Isolated and besieged, govt is facing one of its biggest threats yet
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January 07, 2026
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S'pore stocks gain more ground amid mixed regional showing
STI up 1.3%; Jardine Matheson is top gainer, rising 4% Losers edge out winners 284 to 282, on trade of 1.7b shares 3 local banks end higher; OCBC crosses $20 mark
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January 07, 2026
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Incoming NMP says he's 'now not a member of any party', after photo of him in PAP T-shirt surfaces
Incoming Nominated MP (NMP) Haresh Singaraju said he is now no longer a member of any political party, after a photo of him wearing a PAP T-shirt surfaced online.
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January 07, 2026
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Venezuelans settle into 'tense calm' of daily life
A semblance of normal life took shape across many parts of Venezuela on the morning of Jan 5 after the dramatic US capture of President Nicolas Maduro at the weekend, although streets and shops were emptier than usual.
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January 07, 2026
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Singdollar could still strengthen against regional currencies in 2026: Analyst
No urgency for MAS to change policy stance, says OCBC’s chief economist
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January 07, 2026
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As AI adoption rises, job fears grow across US
Smarter agents could lead to offices without young people, but also create opportunities
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January 07, 2026
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PEP UNDAUNTED BY DEFENSIVE PROBLEMS
Manager says 'more experienced' City can cope with absences better than last season
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January 07, 2026
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Zelensky’s assessment darkens as leaders gather to talk peace
Kyiv hopes for end to war, but is preparing for eventuality of conflict dragging on
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January 07, 2026
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Russian strikes hit energy targets, US firm's facility in Ukraine
Russia launched five missile strikes on Ukraine’s second-biggest city Kharkiv on Jan 5, damaging energy infrastructure, and attacked an enterprise owned by US agricultural producer Bunge in the southeastern city of Dnipro, Ukrainian officials said.
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January 07, 2026
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The end of an era for MTV
For this Gen X music geek, closing these American music video channels concludes a vital chapter of pop-culture history
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January 07, 2026
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LACK OF PROGRESS UNDER RATCLIFFE
Co-owner’s ambitious plans have failed to reverse the Red Devils’ declining fortunes
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January 07, 2026
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Samsung likely to flag 160% jump in Q4 profit as chip prices soar
Samsung Electronics is expected to flag a 160 per cent jump in its fourth-quarter operating profit, spurred by a severe chip shortage that has sharply driven up memory prices as customers scramble to meet booming demand for artificial intelligence (AI).
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January 07, 2026
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US deal to jack up Digital Core’s portfolio occupancy
Digital Core Reit announced on Jan 5 that it has reached a 10-year agreement with an investment-grade global cloud-service provider to occupy its vacant Linton Hall facility in Northern Virginia, an affluent region just outside Washington, known for its history and tech industry.
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January 07, 2026
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Maduro's capture reminds China of its darkest fears
Beijing may interpret US op as push for regime change, bolstering its belief that might is right
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January 07, 2026
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Uber unveils custom robotaxi heading for San Francisco
Uber on Jan 5 unveiled a custom robotaxi it is adding to its global ride-share platform, starting on the San Francisco home turf it shares with rival Waymo, owned by Google.
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January 07, 2026
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Thailand says Cambodia violated truce with mortar fire, injuring soldier
- Thailand accused Cambodia of violating a 10-day-old truce on Jan 6, saying cross-border mortar fire wounded a soldier, while Phnom Penh said a “pile of garbage” exploded, injuring two of its own troops.
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