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Japan's toy market booming despite baby bust, thanks to young-at-heart 'kidults'
Driven by nostalgia and a post-pandemic desire for real-world, tangible interactions, Japanese society is now more receptive to the idea of adults playing with toys.
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January 03, 2026
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Man who opened fake accounts to get $28k in mall vouchers jailed
A customer relations officer at Marina Square created 2,172 fraudulent accounts in the shopping mall's membership phone application to receive e-vouchers worth nearly $28,000 under a referral scheme.
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January 03, 2026
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ST's car-buying guide Hot wheels
Here are the 25 choicest cars for the money in 2026
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January 03, 2026
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Factory activity edges up in Dec, supported by electronics demand
Singapore’s manufacturing output edged up in December, pointing to a positive outlook for the sector going into 2026.
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January 03, 2026
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Manufacturing surge powers S'pore's 2025 growth to highest since 2021
4th-quarter growth driven by demand for pharmaceuticals, Al-linked semiconductors
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January 03, 2026
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Singapore shares rise on first trading day of 2026; STI up 0.2%
iEdge S'pore Next 50 Index climbs 0.6%, or 8.24 points
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January 03, 2026
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Kyiv denies targeting civilians amid accusations of hotel strike
A source in Ukraine says attack targeted a military gathering closed to civilians
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January 03, 2026
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Maduro extends olive branch to US, suggests talks on drug trafficking
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has extended an olive branch to US President Donald Trump, proposing serious talks on combating drug trafficking and offering US companies ready access to Venezuelan oil.
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January 03, 2026
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THE MODERN MALL
Global trends point to a reimagining of shopping centres as community hubs where people go for meaningful connections and experiences
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January 03, 2026
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What are the prospects for a China-US 'grand bargain'?
The thunder was loud, but the rain is light.
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January 03, 2026
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Kim Jong Un's daughter makes public visit to state mausoleum
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter, Ju Ae, who is likely being prepared as his successor, accompanied her parents on her first public visit to the Kumsusan mausoleum to pay respects to former leaders, state media photos published on Jan 2 showed.
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January 03, 2026
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Shop employee cheated 14 victims of $495,000 in luxury watch fraud
Saddled by debts, a watch shop employee cheated 14 victims, including his friends and former customers, of nearly $495,000 in total after offering to help acquire rare luxury timepieces.
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January 03, 2026
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Will the AI bubble burst?
Artificial intelligence was almost inescapable in 2025, but whether it will also dominate 2026 is not so clear
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January 03, 2026
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Islamist PAS set to lead Malaysia's opposition bloc PN
Analysts say move will complicate PN’s appeal to a broader, multi-ethnic electorate
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January 03, 2026
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Singaporean households can begin redeeming $300 in CDC vouchers
Valid till Dec 31, they are part of continued govt support to defray daily expenses
3 min |
January 03, 2026
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BICYCLE-KICK KING IS HOSTS' AFCON HERO
In a Morocco side with Africa's best player, El Kaabi's acrobatics has captured hearts
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January 03, 2026
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Fan Bingbing appears on local live stream from Sunset Way home
Chinese movie star Fan Bingbing spent part of her New Year’s Day at a local live streamer’s home in Sunset Way, appearing on a stream hosted by father-son duo Patrick Low and Ryan Low for about 30 minutes.
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January 03, 2026
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Watchdog seeks feedback on proposed sale of EV charging firm ChargEco
If acquisition is approved, SP Mobility will take over its competitor's charging points
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January 03, 2026
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Xi to host S. Korean leader amid strained Sino-Japan ties
Analysts say Beijing aims to deepen ties with Seoul before President Lee visits Japan
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January 03, 2026
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Litterbugs in Malaysia may be ordered to trim trees as penalty
Besides sweeping streets and cleaning drains and public toilets, those found guilty of littering in Malaysia may now also be ordered to trim trees as part of their community service, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
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January 03, 2026
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Will the AI bubble burst?
Experts say the outlook for AI in 2026 is complicated.
1 min |
January 03, 2026
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Fire breaks out at Hong Lim food centre during lunchtime
A fire broke out at Hong Lim Market and Food Centre during lunchtime on Jan 2.
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January 03, 2026
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Tears and stunned silence as hundreds mourn Swiss fire victims at vigil
Hundreds gathered in silence in the freezing night in Crans-Montana on the evening of Jan 1, laying flowers and lighting candles to remember those killed and injured in a horrific blaze as they celebrated the New Year.
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January 03, 2026
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FROM AUGUSTA TO THE SEA GAMES: SINGAPORE GOLF'S LANDMARK 2025
The curtains may have come down on Singapore golf in 2025, but memories of what has been a truly historic year for the sport will linger long in the collective memories of golf fans here.
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January 03, 2026
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GIC, Temasek investments flat in 2025 at $39.8 billion: Report
Global peers’ spending up, shows tracker of 400 sovereign wealth, public pension funds
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January 03, 2026
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Asia manufacturing rebounds as global demand weathers US tariffs
South Korea and Taiwan PMIs return to expansion, boosted by Al boom
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January 03, 2026
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Is terrorism making a big comeback?
A quarter of a century after Al-Qaeda hijackers turned planes flying over the US into weapons, terrorism continues to cast a long shadow over Southeast Asia.
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January 03, 2026
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Repeat moviegoers help Hollywood eke out a slightly better 2025
Let's start with the good.
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January 03, 2026
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K-pop star Nana faces countersuit from suspected intruder
K-pop star Nana has been sued by a man accused of breaking into her home and attempting a robbery in November 2025, her agency Sublime said on Jan 2.
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January 03, 2026
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Property Resale price rises ease
Resale prices of Housing Board flats rose 2.9 per cent in 2025 - the slowest since 2019, according to the latest figures.
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