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Beijing Raises Stakes by Hiking Duties

The Straits Times

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April 12, 2025

Beijing on April 11 increased its tariffs on US imports to 125 percent, hitting back against President Donald Trump's decision to hike duties on Chinese goods to 145 percent and raising the stakes in a trade war that threatens to upend global supply chains.

Even before Beijing's move, the brief reprieve for battered stocks seen after Mr. Trump earlier in the week decided to pause duties for dozens of countries for 90 days quickly dissipated. Global stocks fell, the US dollar slid, and gold—a haven for investors in times of crisis—scaled a record high. Asian

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The Straits Times

The Straits Times

5 free (or almost free) non-negotiable habits for a longer and healthier life

I used to think statins were for ‘old people.’ Then my cholesterol hit 271 — and reality hit even harder.

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8 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

Depressed youth set fire to pop-up booths at VivoCity and HarbourFront Centre

Several pop-up booths at VivoCity and HarbourFront malls went up in flames after a depressed teenager set their merchandise and equipment ablaze, causing over $27,000 in damage.

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2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

S’pore charity to focus on long-term recovery and rebuilding in Gaza

Singapore charity Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation (RLAF) is focusing on long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts in Gaza, with new projects aimed at supporting healthcare and education.

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2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Malaysian rapper Namewee faces drug charges after October arrest

Malaysian rapper Namewee has been charged with two drug-related offences following his arrest in October.

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1 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Anti-terror drills boost community bonds, more should join: Sim Ann

Over 80 Exercise Heartbeat participants respond to 'terror attack' in Clarke Quay

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3 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Layoffs. Stronger measures needed to deter errant employers

I am concerned by the sudden closure of Twelve Cupcakes, executed without sufficient notice to its employees, and which has affected their livelihood and mental well-being.

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1 min

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

Trump's revival of idea of US-China G-2 raises eyebrows

News analysis

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5 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Man charged with 10 counts of attempted murder after knife attack on British train

British prosecutors on Nov 3 charged a 32-year-old man with 10 counts of attempted murder following a mass stabbing on a London-bound train that left multiple passengers injured on Nov 1, including a train worker critically wounded but now stable.

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1 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

Vivian Balakrishnan on working visit to Middle East

Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit the Palestinian Territories and Israel from Nov 3 to 6.

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2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Straits Times

20 years' jail for man who raped step-granddaughter

69-year-old sexually assaulted the victim at home when she was nine to 10 years old

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2 mins

November 04, 2025

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