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Turkey bans Robbie Williams' Oct 7 concert over 'safety concerns'
Turkish authorities have banned British singer Robbie Williams’ concert scheduled for Oct 7 in Istanbul over “safety concerns” following several calls for protest, a source from the city governor's office told AFP on Oct 5.
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October 07, 2025
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INDONESIA SENSE CHANCE
Kluivert’s side ready to make country proud as they face Saudi, Iraq for World Cup berth
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October 07, 2025
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Executive director of My Community Limited arrested for suspected forgery
The founder and executive director of My Community Limited, Mr Kwek Li Yong, has been arrested for suspected forgery, The Straits Times has learnt.
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October 07, 2025
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FRILLS AND SPILLS
Flag marshals posing playfully for photos on the track before the drivers' parade. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
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October 07, 2025
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Australia, Papua New Guinea sign defence alliance deal
Australia has signed a new defence agreement with Papua New Guinea, its first in more than 70 years, as Canberra seeks to block China from expanding its security presence in the Pacific.
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October 07, 2025
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PM Wong visits Australia, NZ to mark 60 years of diplomatic ties
He is making his first official visit to both countries as head of government
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October 07, 2025
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Ukraine's path to EU will be tough, with or without Hungarian hurdle
Kyiv told it needs reforms in various sectors, and must align its laws with EU standards
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October 07, 2025
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Cough syrup maker in India under probe after deaths of 14 children
Indian police have opened a manslaughter probe against a maker of cough syrup whose product was found to contain dangerous levels of a toxic chemical, after the deaths of 14 children suspected to have consumed contaminated medicine.
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October 07, 2025
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Indonesia rushes to clean up radioactive leak in industrial area
The Indonesian authorities have decontaminated an industrial area in Banten after caesi-um-137 (Cs-137) radioactive contamination was detected, while nine residents who tested positive for exposure have been treated.
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October 07, 2025
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China beating the US in battle for dominance over energy exports
It is selling the world green tech for cleaner future while America is hawking fossil fuels
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October 07, 2025
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US job hunters roiled by surge in scams
Employment-related fraudulent schemes jumped by over 1,000% from May to July
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October 07, 2025
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'Papaya rules' still in force; Russell up there with the best
So, with third and fourth places in a race in which nobody could really challenge George Russell and his runaway Mercedes, and Max Verstappen kept hold of second place despite the return of Red Bull's gearshift problems and less-than-perfect race setup, McLaren duly clinched their second consecutive world championship for constructors under the lights of the Marina Bay Street Circuit on Oct 5.
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October 07, 2025
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O.K. Lim's daughter on trial for instructing IT staff to delete data from Hin Leong's servers
She is charged with intending to obstruct the course of justice by hindering probe into company
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October 07, 2025
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Al music platform one of 10 firms supported by HP under new initiative
Tech giant will lend engineering expertise, business insights to help Al start-ups grow
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October 07, 2025
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'Schedule too much' as slumping Kasatkina ends season early
World No. 19 Daria Kasatkina has called time on her 2025 WTA season after admitting in an emotional statement on Oct 6 that she was at “breaking point”.
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October 07, 2025
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Surge in domestic violence feared during S. Korea's Chuseok holiday
As South Korea enters one of its longest Chuseok holidays in recent years lasting seven days thanks to adjacent public holidays concerns are growing that family-related violent crimes could spike during the period.
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October 07, 2025
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Vietnam top leader's visit to N. Korea signals proactive role in global affairs
Trip aims to show Hanoi's loyal political stance and influence on Pyongyang
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October 07, 2025
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Watchdog issues new guide to curb misleading marketing claims
After a string of enforcement actions against misleading marketing claims, Singapore’s competition watchdog has rolled out anew guide to help make sure what consumers see is what they get.
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October 07, 2025
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Singapore seals carbon credit deal with Mongolia
The home to some of the world’s largest temperate grasslands has become the latest country to seala carbon trading deal with Singapore.
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October 07, 2025
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Independent 5-member panel to advise task force on improving rail reliability
They comprise rail professionals with experience in key roles in engineering and management
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October 07, 2025
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Drone disruption a reminder to Europe of war risks, says Russia
Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev said on Oct 6 that it remained a mystery who was behind a wave of drone disruption in various European countries, but that the incidents served as a useful reminder to Europeans of the dangers of war.
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October 07, 2025
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Pop king Elton John delivers the hits
English pop music icon Elton John's health woes have been in the news the past year. So, when he was seen being physically assisted onstage to the piano at his F1 concert, it was a little concerning.
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October 07, 2025
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AI key to boosting S’pore’s edge as financial hub: Josephine Teo
Artificial intelligence (AI) will be key to strengthening Singapore’s competitive advantage as a leading financial hub as companies here seek to serve a wider client base in a growing region.
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October 07, 2025
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Oslo Airport pauses landings after report of drone sighting
Norway’s Oslo Airport paused landings early on Oct 6 after a report of a drone sighting near the airport, its operator Avinor said.
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October 07, 2025
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Will Sanae Takaichi be Japan's Thatcher, or its Truss?
Recklessness rather than right-wing conservatism could be her undoing.
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October 07, 2025
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Gen Z anger at ruling elites is erupting across the world
Morocco’s capital Rabat gleams with new roads, restored buildings, buzzing cafes and its immaculate Andalusian Gardens.
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October 07, 2025
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OCBC senior mortgage specialists upskill to double as wealth advisers
They are set to offer advisory services to home loan clients on investment, insurance
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October 07, 2025
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SPH Media, Marina Bay Sands ink partnership to deliver premium experiences
SPH Media and Marina Bay Sands have inked a partnership on joint events and campaigns, curating premium experiences across several areas.
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October 07, 2025
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Commissioner of Police Hoong Wee Teck to retire after 38 years in the force
Commissioner of Police Hoong Wee Teck, 62, will retire on Jan 6, after 10 years at the helm of the police force in a career spanning 38 years.
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October 07, 2025
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VICTOR RUSSELL FIGHTS ON
He hopes great drive will spur him for rest of season; McLaren retain team honours
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