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Trump Family Profits Despite Tepid World Liberty Crypto Token Launch
The Trump family's cryptocurrency venture, known as World Liberty Financial, had a tepid first day of open-market trading on Sept 1, surging in value initially before losing most of those gains.
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September 03, 2025
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ComfortDelGro Acquires Rest of CityCab from ST Engineering for $116.3m
Transport giant ComfortDelGro (CDG) acquired on Sept 1 all the remaining shares it did not already own in CityCab from ST Engineering Land Systems for $116.3 million.
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September 03, 2025
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PM Wong visiting India from Sept 2 to 4, marking 60 years of diplomatic ties
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is making his first official visit to India as head of government from Sept 2 to 4.
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September 03, 2025
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21 years' jail for man who sexually assaulted young grandniece at home and in cinema
A 59-year-old man who sexually abused his young grandniece over four years was sentenced to 21 years' jail by the High Court on Sept 1.
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September 02, 2025
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Behind the skyline, diligent design
At 60, Singapore is building on a foundation of safety as it shapes a city that's ready to adapt to future concerns, including climate change and an ageing society
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September 02, 2025
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S'pore creating digital 'passport' to track plastics for recycling
Singapore is creating what is said to be a world-first digital \"passport\" for plastics to boost recycling as its sole landfill in Semakau is running out of space in 10 years.
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September 02, 2025
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Once Asia's trendsetter, Taiwan pop culture now struggles to stay seen
The Taiwanese Wave of the 1990s and 2000s captured Asia's imagination. It now risks being eclipsed by China and other pop culture powerhouses.
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September 02, 2025
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What's in it for Kim Jong Un as he takes a slow train ride to Beijing's Victory Parade?
Analysts say he aims to display unity with China, Russia before potential US talks
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September 02, 2025
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The Success of Netflix's Smash Hit KPop Demon Hunters Is No Surprise
The Korean Wave has long been driving global pop culture trends.
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September 02, 2025
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Xi, Putin and Modi Huddle in Tianjin as China Pitches SCO Unity
Show of Solidarity Comes as US Reshapes Alliances, Wages Tariff War
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September 02, 2025
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US comedian ordered to carry Pofma correction notices on posts
Lebanese-Palestinian American comedian Sammy Obeid has been ordered to carry correction notices on social media posts he made on Aug 27, alleging that two planned stand-up shows in Singapore were cancelled due to government censorship.
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September 02, 2025
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Cathay Cineplexes closes remaining 4 outlets; patrons caught off guard
Struggling cinema chain Cathay Cineplexes closed its four remaining cinema outlets and officially ceased operations in Singapore on Sept 1, after its voluntary liquidation was announced earlier in the day.
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September 02, 2025
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How to bag cheaper flights
From early redemptions to tapping deal-hunting networks, here is how Singapore travellers fly cheaper and smarter can
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September 02, 2025
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Indonesian Students Demand Reform Amid Threat of Crackdown
Hundreds gather in major cities, calling for deeper changes such as police reform
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September 02, 2025
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A memento from an athlete is a lovely symbol of fellowship
Dear Fan, Yes, you, the stranger at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Aug 31 night. The one who got the racket (it was hard to see with the crowd but I hoped you were a kid). Maybe you never knew much about Jan-Lennard Struff before, but now you won't forget him.
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September 02, 2025
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Jude Law became 'obsessive' for role as Vladimir Putin
British actor Jude Law on Aug 31 said he became an \"obsessive\" watcher of Mr Vladimir Putin as he prepared for his role as the Russian leader in his new film, The Wizard Of The Kremlin.
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September 02, 2025
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Trend of AI 'bikini interview' videos seen fuelling sexism
The videos are strikingly lifelike, featuring bikini-clad women conducting street interviews and eliciting lewd comments — but they are entirely fake, generated by artificial intelligence (AI) tools being used increasingly to flood social media with sexist content.
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September 02, 2025
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STI edges up 0.2% amid caution in region; Yangzijiang leads gains
Gainers beat losers 313 to 225 across broader market Nikkei 225 drops 1.2%; Kospi falls 1.4%; Hang Seng rises 2.2% Jakarta index falls 1.2% amid escalated protests in Indonesia
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September 02, 2025
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Ten Hag's sack decision 'painful, but necessary'
Bayer Leverkusen have sacked coach Erik ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches in charge, the German club announced on Sept 1, with the weekend draw at Werder Bremen not enough to save his job.
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September 02, 2025
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About 41,000 Pet Cats Licensed Since New Rules Took Effect a Year Ago
About 41,000 pet cats have been licensed since compulsory rules kicked in a year ago, requiring pet cat owners to license and microchip the felines.
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September 02, 2025
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Swim with Sharks
Head to Western Australia, one of the best global spots to see the world's largest fish in a natural setting, for whale shark snorkelling
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September 02, 2025
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'Anonymous' US athletes worry Coe as LA28 looms
The US track and field team might be \"one for the ages\", but they need to be better known in their own country ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according to World Athletics president Sebastian Coe.
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September 02, 2025
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Economic Headwinds Take Bite Out of Asia-Pacific Hotel Investments
Hotel investors have turned more cautious in the first half of 2025, deploying less capital into the hospitality sector in Asia-Pacific amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.
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September 02, 2025
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Mediacorp cuts 93 jobs as media landscape evolves
Retrenchment exercise affects just over 3 per cent of total staff strength, it says
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September 02, 2025
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Indonesian Govt Says Economic Fundamentals Solid Despite Protests
Indonesia's financial and economic regulators on Sept 1 said economic fundamentals were strong, after widespread political protests sparked selling of stocks and the currency.
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September 02, 2025
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BYD's profit plunges 30% as price war takes toll on market leader
Despite robust overseas sales, big discounts see carmaker's income miss estimates
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September 02, 2025
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Meet the World's Hottest Upstart Weapons Dealers
A ferocious global arms race is big business.
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September 02, 2025
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Banh mi, not baguettes: French influence in Vietnam declines
As Vietnam celebrates the 80th anniversary of its declaration of independence from colonial rule this week, French cultural influence remains ubiquitous, but not many people in the South-east Asian nation are aware of its prevalence.
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September 02, 2025
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WWII • Survivors of Japan's historical crimes still have a voice
I write to commend the three authors of \"Still waiting for closure\" (Aug 30) on the last few surviving comfort women in Asia.
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September 02, 2025
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Stick with in-form Teo Torriatte for four on the bounce
Sept 2 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis
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