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Could biofuels be the antidote that Asia needs for oil shocks?
Shift to biofuels raises risks of higher food prices, deforestation, massive water usage
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May 23, 2026
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US families weigh moves amid threats to gender-affirming care
Trump administration has aimed to limit access to transition treatments for minors
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May 23, 2026
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NATO allies seek clarity from US on Trump's troop moves
NATO's European members scrambled on May 22 to get clarity from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on troop shifts by Washington, as they sought to placate President Donald Trump's ire on Iran ahead of a July summit.
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May 23, 2026
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Parents' playground wish list: Shade, nature and room to roam
The top requests from parents when HDB asked them what changes they would like to see in playgrounds here were to bring back sandplay and add more swings.
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May 23, 2026
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Cool, calm and competent Volvo EX60
The Swedish marque’s mid-sized electric sport utility vehicle packs a mean punch too
2 min |
May 23, 2026
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Sinner reminiscent of ‘Big 3 in their prime’
Jannik Sinner will head into the French Open as the most overwhelming favourite to win the men’s title since Rafael Nadal’s heyday, and with the career Grand Slam firmly in his sights.
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May 23, 2026
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Player of the Year Higashikawa set to stay on with Stags
Following an impressive debut season where he scored 19 goals in 20 games, BG Tampines Rovers forward Hide Higashikawa was duly named the Player of the Year at the Singapore Premier League (SPL) Awards Night on May 22.
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May 23, 2026
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New rules against developers of housing projects with safety issues or defects
Errant firms can be barred from bidding for govt land and selling homes for up to 5 years
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May 23, 2026
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Pattaya hotel rooftop fire injures four, no deaths reported
Four people were injured but no deaths reported after a fire broke out on the rooftop of a hotel in central Pattaya, Thailand, with officials moving quickly to bring the blaze under control.
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May 23, 2026
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Ties with China based on shared interests; lessons and opportunities for S’pore: SM Lee
Republic can manage issues of economic dependence and national identity, he says
5 min |
May 23, 2026
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Bringing off-road attitude to urban jungle
The Denza B5 plug-in hybrid features real off-road capabilities
4 min |
May 23, 2026
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Police plan to use AI to screen videos from public to nab traffic offenders
Tool that can automatically identify violations will help amid backlog of cases
3 min |
May 23, 2026
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Why Singapore wants children to play with sand and swings again
New HDB playgrounds to feature aspects of play that are key to children’s development
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May 23, 2026
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Bloomberg defamation case unprecedented for malice and aggravation: Ministers’ lawyer
The lawyer for two ministers suing Bloomberg and one of its reporters over an allegedly defamatory article said the case is unprecedented for the malice directed at Coordinating Minister for National Security K. Shanmugam and Manpower Minister Tan See Leng.
4 min |
May 23, 2026
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Machines as good as traditional workouts, with the right technique
However, with proper care, keeping the machine away from excessive moisture and not overloading the cables, a well-maintained Speediance unit is engineered for a lifespan well in excess of 10 years, says Mr See.
2 min |
May 23, 2026
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Xi-Putin summit a nod to China's superpower status
Russia is happy to play junior partner partly because it needs this relationship but also because it accepts the new world order.
6 min |
May 22, 2026
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'ENHANCING' THE EPL EXPERIENCE
EPL’s new streaming service and StarHub’s offering complement each other: Telco’s V-P
3 min |
May 22, 2026
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Jobs • What fresh graduates need to stay ahead: Experts
As artificial intelligence tools automate entry-level roles, companies here are now hiring fresh graduates with at least two years of work experience, said experts.
1 min |
May 22, 2026
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A CASE FOR LUXURY
Known for its iconic aluminium suitcases, German luxury luggage maker Rimowa now has a made-to-measure service exclusive to its flagship store in Cologne
7 min |
May 22, 2026
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Teo Siong Seng, the shipping scion accused of fixing container prices
Mr Teo Siong Seng, a towering figure in Singapore's maritime and business landscapes for decades, is at the centre of an investigation by the United States Department of Justice.
2 min |
May 22, 2026
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NDP 2026: Bigger venue, new songs, but no Red Lions, mobile column
About 42,000 people will be able to catch the National Day Parade (NDP) in 2026 as it returns to the National Stadium after 10 years.
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May 22, 2026
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Samsung chip employees to get $432,000 average bonus under strike deal
Samsung Electronics semiconductor employees are expected to receive average bonuses worth 509 million won (S$432,000) in 2026, a company official said on May 21, under a tentative deal between management and labour unions to avert a strike.
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May 22, 2026
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AFRICAN TEAMS NOW HAVE BELIEF
Morocco reaching 2022 World Cup semi has given continent confidence, says CAF boss
3 min |
May 22, 2026
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SHEESH IS RARING TO GO TO WAR
Rising 10YO out to exact revenge on War Code in KL on May 24
3 min |
May 22, 2026
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Tourists adjust plans ahead of changes in Thai visa rules
Plan to shorten visa-free stays follows recent high-profile arrests of foreigners
3 min |
May 22, 2026
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Indonesia’s plan to control major commodity exports rattles markets, investors
Critics warn new system could create trade monopoly, disrupt longstanding contracts
4 min |
May 22, 2026
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RUSSELL THE MAIN OBSTACLE FOR ANTONELLI
Italian teen expects tough challenge from teammate, who shone in Canada in 2025
2 min |
May 22, 2026
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Palestinian envoy pressured by Trump administration to drop UN General Assembly V-P bid
US President Donald Trump’s administration threatened to revoke the visas of the Palestinian delegation to the UN if the Palestinian ambassador refuses to end his candidacy for the vice-presidency of the UN General Assembly, according to an internal State Department cable seen by Reuters.
2 min |
May 22, 2026
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Tea, sir? SM Lee gets a taste of what China’s robots can do
It took a few seconds to respond to Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s voice command but slowly and surely, the diminutive robot took a step forward and extended an arm for a handshake.
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May 22, 2026
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Knicks hold momentum after nicking Game 1
The New York Knicks are no strangers to playing with plenty of momentum during the NBA play-offs. Nor are the Cleveland Cavaliers unfamiliar with climbing back from discouraging losses.
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