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ONG REVS UP ENGINES AT TRIALS
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ONG REVS UP ENGINES AT TRIALS

S'pore champion trainer wins three hit-outs with War Star, Cheval Pegasus and Outfit

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February 06, 2025
Malaysia PM Confirms 'Slight Increase' in Electricity Tariffs for Industrial Sector
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Malaysia PM Confirms 'Slight Increase' in Electricity Tariffs for Industrial Sector

As the Malaysian government prepares to reduce fuel subsidies in 2025, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed a \"slight increase\" in electricity tariffs in Peninsular Malaysia, leaving businesses wary that increased costs will deter investors.

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February 06, 2025
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About half of Sec 1 student cohorts in affiliated schools have no prior links

About half of the Secondary 1 student cohorts in affiliated secondary schools came from non-affiliated primary schools in the past four years, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing.

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February 06, 2025
US Couple Cook, Care for Helper Recovering from Surgery
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US Couple Cook, Care for Helper Recovering from Surgery

Duo Among Recipients at S'pore Awards for Employer, Domestic Worker of the Year

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February 06, 2025
At The Movies Love Hurts' leading man excels despite unconvincing romance plot
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At The Movies Love Hurts' leading man excels despite unconvincing romance plot

V-day thriller fun but undercooked

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February 06, 2025
Singapore retail sales decline for second consecutive month
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Singapore retail sales decline for second consecutive month

Year-end holidays a factor, with residents spending abroad due to strong Singdollar

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February 06, 2025
After an overdose of techno-optimism, we need a pinch of scepticism
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After an overdose of techno-optimism, we need a pinch of scepticism

We have been dazzled by Big Tech's innovations. It's time to start questioning the price we have paid for them.

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February 06, 2025
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If social media manipulation arises during GE, Singapore will use Fica, Pofma: Sun Xueling

Govt aware algorithms on such platforms can be made to skew information users see

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February 06, 2025
Gold rises to all-time high amid trade tensions; analysts see more upside
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Gold rises to all-time high amid trade tensions; analysts see more upside

Gold prices have hit a record high, bolstered by fears of a new trade war between the US and China after Beijing slapped tariffs on US imports in response to new US duties on Chinese goods.

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February 06, 2025
Costa's Rebuilding of Jebel Ali Is Paying Off
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Costa's Rebuilding of Jebel Ali Is Paying Off

Australian trainer hoping UAE dominance can translate into a first title, more Group 1 wins

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February 06, 2025
Students Overcome Self-Doubt to Excel
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Students Overcome Self-Doubt to Excel

SSP Awards winners receive recognition for their perseverance, achievements in 2024

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February 06, 2025
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More clarity' is Taylor's secret to play-off prowess

It may be a stressful way to win a golf tournament, but Nick Taylor has embraced becoming the PGA Tour's \"Mr Play-off\".

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February 06, 2025
2025 Theatre Treats
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2025 Theatre Treats

From Macbeth's return to Fort Canning Park to parenthood drama The Fourth Trimester, theatre productions this year offer something for everyone

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February 06, 2025
'Don't Explain VAR Calls In Venues'
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'Don't Explain VAR Calls In Venues'

In-stadium announcements may add to the pressure on refs, says Liverpool boss Slot

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February 06, 2025
Sara Duterte impeached
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Sara Duterte impeached

Figure is over and above govt subsidies in other areas such as education and housing

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February 06, 2025
Inspired by Asis, Khairin hopes to shine in Portugal
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Inspired by Asis, Khairin hopes to shine in Portugal

Once the Singapore Premier League's (SPL) youngest debutant at just 15, Khairin Nadim will be taking a major step in his football career with a move to Portugal.

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February 06, 2025
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Keppel full-year profit up 5% as data-centre business thrives

Group achieves 10.1% return on equity in its first year as global asset manager, operator

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February 06, 2025
Tech twists in Companion, silly laughs in You're Cordially Invited
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Tech twists in Companion, silly laughs in You're Cordially Invited

Iris (Sophie Thatcher) and boyfriend Josh (Jack Quaid) arrive at a luxurious lakeside lodge for a weekend with his quartet of 30-something pals, including his ex (Megan Suri), the Russian billionaire host (Rupert Friend) and a gay couple (Harvey Guillen and Lukas Gage). Not everyone will leave alive.

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February 06, 2025
Short-handed Bucks out to end four-game losing run
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Short-handed Bucks out to end four-game losing run

The Milwaukee Bucks will look for improved energy and a desired result when they visit the Charlotte Hornets on Feb 5 (Feb 6, Singapore time).

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February 06, 2025
Pick winning sneaker design, stand chance to win $500 in vouchers
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Pick winning sneaker design, stand chance to win $500 in vouchers

Three voters will win $500 worth of vouchers each for picking the winning design from the top 20 entries of the inaugural Design Your Sneaker Competition.

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February 06, 2025
Ex-world No. 1 Halep retires with her 'soul at peace'
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Ex-world No. 1 Halep retires with her 'soul at peace'

Simona Halep, a former world No. 1 and two-time Grand Slam winner, said she is \"at peace\" as she announced her retirement from tennis on Feb 4, after losing in the first round at her home event, the Transylvania Open in Cluj.

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February 06, 2025
Ex-child star finally a headliner
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Ex-child star finally a headliner

After decades in the industry, Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan gets his first outing as a lead actor

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February 06, 2025
MOE studying ways to discourage tuition centres from playing on parents' fears
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MOE studying ways to discourage tuition centres from playing on parents' fears

The Ministry of Education (MOE) is studying ways to discourage tuition centres from undesirable advertising practices that tap into parents' anxieties and fear of missing out, said Minister of State for Education Gan Siow Huang.

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February 06, 2025
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Bullying: Parents Must Partner with Schools to Prevent Incidents

I read with interest the article urging parents to let schools handle cases of bullying (Parents should let schools handle fighting or bullying cases, and avoid jumping in: Chan Chun Sing, Feb 4).

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February 06, 2025
Bridget Jones grapples with love, loss, younger men
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Bridget Jones grapples with love, loss, younger men

Renee Zellweger reprises the role in the sequel Mad About The Boy, reuniting with co-star Hugh Grant

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February 06, 2025
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Nissan Pulling Out of Planned Tie-Up With Honda: Report

Nissan Motor is pulling out of its deal with Honda Motor to combine both brands and regain global competitiveness, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Feb 5.

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February 06, 2025
Boxer Manny Pacquiao to take part in Physical: 100 spin-off
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Boxer Manny Pacquiao to take part in Physical: 100 spin-off

Famed boxing star Manny Pacquiao will represent his country, the Philippines, in the survival competition show Physical: Asia, a spin-off of Netflix's hit South Korean reality series Physical: 100 (2023 to present), set for a late 2025 global release.

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February 06, 2025
Getting people to care for the community starts from a young age
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Getting people to care for the community starts from a young age

The Opinion piece \"Higher education needs a better focus on service in the community\" (Jan 28) highlights the importance of service learning in higher education.

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February 06, 2025
Former police officer hanged for 2013 murders of father, son in Kovan
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Former police officer hanged for 2013 murders of father, son in Kovan

A former police officer who was convicted of the 2013 murders of a father and his son in Kovan was hanged on Feb 5.

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February 06, 2025
Rapper begins jail term for trying to promote ill will after losing appeal
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Rapper begins jail term for trying to promote ill will after losing appeal

Judge says Nair showed disregard for the law as six-week prison sentence upheld

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February 06, 2025