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S'pore units of Shell, ExxonMobil among 9 firms critical to national security under new law

Singapore issued a list of nine companies that will need to seek government approval for changes in their ownership or leadership, among other things, as they are deemed critical to national security interests.

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June 01, 2024
Ingebrigtsen dives to dramatic 1,500m win
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Ingebrigtsen dives to dramatic 1,500m win

Jakob Ingebrigtsen ensured a raucous end to a thrilling Diamond League meet in front of his home fans in Oslo by hurling himself over the line to snatch victory in the men's 1,500m in 3min 29.74sec on May 30.

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June 01, 2024
PATIENCE THE DIFFERENCE
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PATIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

Loh blows early leads in both sets to lose a frustrating quarter-final to Li

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June 01, 2024
RAGING RUBLEV IMPLODES IN PARIS
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RAGING RUBLEV IMPLODES IN PARIS

World No. 6 is the highest men’s seed to exit Roland Garros after loss to Italian Arnaldi

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June 01, 2024
ANIKI, A LATE SILVER BULLET FOR 70YO KHOO
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ANIKI, A LATE SILVER BULLET FOR 70YO KHOO

From forlorn hope at netting elusive feature win, veteran trainer suddenly gets a shot

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June 01, 2024
Ringgit overcomes slow start in 2024 as inflows rise
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Ringgit overcomes slow start in 2024 as inflows rise

The Malaysian ringgit has raced ahead of all its Asian peers in the past three months and, if market watchers are right, the move is set to gain traction.

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June 01, 2024
US economy grows less than estimated in Ql as consumer spending cools
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US economy grows less than estimated in Ql as consumer spending cools

The US economy grew less than initially estimated in the first quarter of 2024 as consumer spending cooled, the government reported on May 30.

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June 01, 2024
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Over half of S'pore CEOs have pushed sustainability down in their to-do list: Poll

Decarbonisation has taken a back seat among corporate leaders in Singapore, a quarterly survey by EY has found.

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June 01, 2024
Govts, people must join hands to fight deepfakes: Panellists
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Govts, people must join hands to fight deepfakes: Panellists

They need to share and learn from one another; technology not the silver bullet

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June 01, 2024
Society must help folk with mental issues live happy, healthy lives: President
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Society must help folk with mental issues live happy, healthy lives: President

Community setting effective for this, he says at launch of revamped rehab home

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June 01, 2024
Watch mock sewer clearance and inspections by robot
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Watch mock sewer clearance and inspections by robot

They are among activities for Go Green SG, which starts from June 2

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June 01, 2024
US allows bulk testing of milk supplies for bird flu
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US allows bulk testing of milk supplies for bird flu

The policy change comes as officials try to reduce economic damage to farmers

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June 01, 2024
Debris analysis shows Russia using North Korean missiles: US military
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Debris analysis shows Russia using North Korean missiles: US military

A Pentagon intelligence agency says analysis of debris imagery confirms that Russia has fielded North Korean missiles in its war in Ukraine, according to a report summary released in an unclassified form on May 30.

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June 01, 2024
Israeli military says operations in north Gaza's Jabalia are over
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Israeli military says operations in north Gaza's Jabalia are over

Israeli forces have ended operations in north Gaza's Jabalia area after days of intense fighting and over 200 air strikes, while probing further into Rafah in south Gaza, targeting what they say is the last major redoubt of Hamas battalions.

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June 01, 2024
Court ruling draws flak amid talk Jokowi's son may run in Jakarta polls
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Court ruling draws flak amid talk Jokowi's son may run in Jakarta polls

Second time in seven months a court has made constitutional change to required age

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June 01, 2024
F-35 fighter jets, drones among next-gen tech for future FPDA drills
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F-35 fighter jets, drones among next-gen tech for future FPDA drills

Grouping will also venture into building capabilities in non-conventional’ fields

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June 01, 2024
US, Chinese defence chiefs pledge to continue military talks
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US, Chinese defence chiefs pledge to continue military talks

Plans for crisis communications working group by year end among issues discussed

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June 01, 2024
US election stumbles into new territory after Trump's conviction
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US election stumbles into new territory after Trump's conviction

Presidential hopeful faces potential jail term for falsifying business records

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June 01, 2024
Stricter advertising rules for next general election
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Stricter advertising rules for next general election

Space on ballot papers for voters to mark their choice will also be larger

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June 01, 2024
Singapore rolls out toolkit to test generative AI safety
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Singapore rolls out toolkit to test generative AI safety

Singapore wants to be at the front and centre of testing the safety of generative artificial intelligence (gen Al) models and has launched its most ambitious project yet.

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June 01, 2024
Marcos sets 'red line' with Beijing over South China Sea
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Marcos sets 'red line' with Beijing over South China Sea

Any serviceman, citizen killed by wilful act comes very close to an act of war’, he says

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June 01, 2024
MAVS TAKE ANOTHER SHOT
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MAVS TAKE ANOTHER SHOT

Dallas aim to win Game 5 in Minnesota to reach first Finals since title victory in 20Il

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May 31, 2024
Las Vegas Sands may expand its casino space at MBS
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Las Vegas Sands may expand its casino space at MBS

Las Vegas Sands' (LVS) plans for Singapore may include expansion of its current casino space at Marina Bay Sands (MBS).

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May 31, 2024
Sats sets ambitious aim to raise revenue to 8 billion by 2028
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Sats sets ambitious aim to raise revenue to 8 billion by 2028

Strategy is to repay loans, re-invest in capital expenditure, resume dividends

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May 31, 2024
HP beats revenue estimates as PC demand finally rebounds
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HP beats revenue estimates as PC demand finally rebounds

Firm saw increase in personal computer sales for the first time in two years

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May 31, 2024
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Charity taps tailored programmes to prevent inter-generational offending

Mentoring and counselling part of support system, with aim to help 1,000 kids yearly

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May 31, 2024
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PTC to look into extending concession fares for graduating students

Move will help those in transition before entering new education phase or workforce

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May 31, 2024
President's Challenge to widen scope from 2025, include arts and sports
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President's Challenge to widen scope from 2025, include arts and sports

Talents to be nurtured, and partnerships expanded to achieve sustained social impact

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May 31, 2024
UK Parliament dissolves ahead of July 4 election
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UK Parliament dissolves ahead of July 4 election

Official campaigning starts, with opposition Labour tipped to oust Tories after 14 years

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May 31, 2024
Jurors review testimony as they weigh verdict in Trump hush money trial
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Jurors review testimony as they weigh verdict in Trump hush money trial

They also ask judge to repeat some of his guidance for considering evidence given

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May 31, 2024