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SAF, Home Team Step Up Checks for Vapes in Military Camps, Training Schools
The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the Home Team have stepped up their enforcement against e-vaporisers in military camps, bases and training schools.
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August 28, 2025
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ST Explains How changes to CareShield Life will affect policyholders
Benefits and premiums differ depending on socio-economic status, gender and age
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August 28, 2025
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Firm director who offered AI-powered trading scheme cheated victims of $4.6m
A company director who offered an AI-powered trading investment scheme cheated multiple victims of US$537,000 (S$692,000) and over $3.96 million in total.
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August 28, 2025
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Taiwan denial of Communist Party's role in WWII is 'blasphemy': China
Taipei says Chinese party falsely claiming credit for leading fight against Japan
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August 28, 2025
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Wala Wala Cafe Bar to stay on in Holland Village
There is good news for fans of popular local nightlife hot spot Wala Wala Cafe Bar in Holland Village — it is no longer closing.
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August 28, 2025
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Rivalry Leads To Victory
Competitive spirit of Ang sisters helps St Nicholas retain C Div badminton title
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August 28, 2025
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Aussie spy agency traces funding of synagogue attack to Iran link
Australia's intelligence agency traced the funding of hooded criminals who allegedly set fire to a Melbourne synagogue, linking the anti-Semitic attack to Iran, officials said, even as those charged with the crime were likely unaware Tehran was their puppet master.
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August 28, 2025
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Biotech firm to develop AI platform for drug discovery with tech giants
Vecura will be able to help pharma firms identify drug candidates in six minutes
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August 28, 2025
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OpenAI to update ChatGPT after parents sue over US teen's suicide
Parents allege chatbot isolated 16-year-old from family, helped him to plan his death
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August 28, 2025
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KPop Demon Hunters songwriter Vince sets sights on stardom
South Korean comedy-horror My Daughter Is A Zombie is a story of a dad going on the run to keep his child safe
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August 28, 2025
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You Can Still Stretch Your Miles After Devaluation in Redemption Rates
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will raise the number of KrisFlyer miles needed to redeem award flights from Nov 1, following the latest revision of its frequent flier programme.
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August 28, 2025
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Sea Overtakes DBS as Southeast Asia's Most Valuable Company
Singapore's Sea has reclaimed its title as Southeast Asia's most valuable publicly traded company, surpassing DBS Group Holdings after a 300 percent comeback rally powered by its e-commerce arm, Shopee.
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August 28, 2025
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62% of Americans back sanctions on Russia's trading partners: Poll
Most Americans support a bid to sanction Russia's trading partners as a way to put pressure on Moscow to end its war with Ukraine, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
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August 28, 2025
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High demand for data centres makes them ripe for disruption and green industrialisation
Data centres could drive the next wave of disruption and green industrialisation as rising demand may generate considerable incentives to innovate, said panellists discussing the energy transition.
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August 28, 2025
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Dazzling Osaka Impresses With Style and Substance
Naomi Osaka turned heads on Aug. 26, stepping on court in a dazzling crystal-encrusted red Nike outfit before dismantling Belgium's Greet Minnen 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open second round.
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August 28, 2025
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Works to guide planning of Long Island begin; public warned to avoid survey boats
The public has been warned to steer clear of vessels surveying the waters off East Coast Park for the planning of Long Island, as site investigation works for land reclamation commence in August.
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August 28, 2025
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Reds' Dilemma: Spend on Isak or Defence
Liverpool must decide as transfer-deadline eve clash with rivals Arsenal approaches
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August 28, 2025
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Bullying: A reflection of deeper issues in families and society
I refer to the Opinion article \"Uproar over Sengkang Green Primary bullying reveals an unrealistic Singapore\" (Aug 26).
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August 28, 2025
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Worldwide Pathways to Qualify for Masters
Augusta National on Aug. 26 announced changes to qualifying methods for the Masters, adding the winners of six worldwide national opens while dropping PGA Tour fall tournament winners.
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August 28, 2025
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ERP rates at 5 locations to go up by $1 from Sept 1
Come Sept 1, the Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) rates at five locations will increase by $1, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said on Aug 27.
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August 28, 2025
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Letter of the day Build stronger support systems in schools to tackle bullying
I refer to the article \"MOE started review of bullying earlier in 2025\" (Aug 26). It is timely that the Ministry of Education is including parents, educators, professionals and the community in the next phase of its review of its approach in handling bullying.
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August 28, 2025
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Settle missed ERP payments via vehicle on-board units from Sept 1
From Sept 1, the on-board units (OBUs) fitted in vehicles as part of the next-generation Electronic Road Pricing (ERP 2.0) system can be used to pay missed road toll charges.
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August 28, 2025
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McDonald's Pokemon Frenzy in Japan Shows Collecting Boom's Dark Side
The rise of scalping is leaving children in tears and complicating promotion campaigns.
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August 28, 2025
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The Chinese Gadget Maker Taking on Tesla and Apple
Formerly dismissed as a 'Lego' assembler, Xiaomi is building its reputation as a high-tech manufacturer.
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August 28, 2025
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Singapore shares end flat amid cautious investor sentiment
Pressure on Fed, Nvidia results report weigh on markets STI inches up 0.04%; Jardine Matheson is top gainer Regional markets end mixed; Hang Seng slides 1.3%
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August 28, 2025
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Macron Hits Back at Netanyahu's Criticism Over Anti-Semitism in France
French President Emmanuel Macron strongly rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent criticism over rising anti-Semitism in France and warned that the issue should not be \"weaponised\", in a letter to the Israeli leader published on Aug 26.
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August 28, 2025
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Disability insurance schemes, grants help siblings caring for sick elderly parents
Siblings Alvin and Kimberly Yap have been facing medical costs of nearly $4,000 each month since their parents' health took a turn for the worse in 2024.
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August 28, 2025
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When Spinal Nerves Get Compressed
Advances in keyhole surgery mean more options for pain relief from pinched nerves in the spine
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August 27, 2025
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SPCA and Acres Recommend Ways to Strengthen Animal Protection
Policy suggestions span several focus areas, including boosting existing legislation
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August 27, 2025
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HK singer Sandy Lam shares rare photo of herself at 15
Hong Kong singer Sandy Lam showed fans a rare photo of herself at age 15, in a long post on social media about her schooling days.
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