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BOLD PLANS, SENSITIVE MOVES
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BOLD PLANS, SENSITIVE MOVES

This year's entrants raised the bar in preserving heritage buildings through the level of care taken in the efforts

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November 16, 2024
TAKING A LONGER PATH TO SUCCESS
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TAKING A LONGER PATH TO SUCCESS

Thiruben's focus on 800m bears fruit as he eyes 37-year-old mark and SEA Games gold

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November 16, 2024
Argentina lose, l O-man Venezuela hold Brazil
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Argentina lose, l O-man Venezuela hold Brazil

It was not a good day for the South American giants in their World Cup qualifiers on Nov 14, as world champions Argentina suffered a 2-1 away loss to Paraguay while rivals Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela.

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November 16, 2024
Carsley sees quality in England's outstanding talent
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Carsley sees quality in England's outstanding talent

ATHENS - Lee Carsley claimed that England's 3-0 win against Greece showed the strength in depth that awaits Thomas Tuchel when the German takes over as manager.

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November 16, 2024
ITALY FIGHT 'LIKE LIONS' TO PROGRESS
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ITALY FIGHT 'LIKE LIONS' TO PROGRESS

They seal Nations League q-final berth with Belgium win; frustrated France through too

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November 16, 2024
Pressure starting to build on England rugby boss Borthwick
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Pressure starting to build on England rugby boss Borthwick

LONDON - England coach Steve Borthwick leads his side into the Nov 16 match against world champions South Africa at Twickenham in desperate need of a win, as he bids to end a four-game losing streak.

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

Player safety among new rugby chief's top concerns

DUBLIN - Australia's Brett Robinson said it was a \"proud moment\" for him after he became the first chairman of World Rugby from the Southern Hemisphere on Nov 14, and vowed to unify all the different factions.

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November 16, 2024
JAPAN PASS TOUGH TEST
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JAPAN PASS TOUGH TEST

They battle through difficult conditions to thrash Indonesia; thankful Son hits 50 goals

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

Cricket may not be in LA for 2028 Olympics

Cricket might be forced to make its Olympic return outside Los Angeles, 2028 Games organisers said on Nov 14, following reports that the sport could be staged thousands of miles away in New York.

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November 16, 2024
What's the most sensitive equipment on the planet? An athlete's hands, perhaps
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What's the most sensitive equipment on the planet? An athlete's hands, perhaps

Put a blindfold on Olympian Clarence Chew. Ask him to open his hands. Place table tennis balls in them. Can he tell them apart?

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November 16, 2024
ZVEREV SETS UP FRITZ CLASH
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ZVEREV SETS UP FRITZ CLASH

He earns semis spot with Alcaraz victory, Sinner also through as group winner

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November 16, 2024
Flat Dallas need to be energised, says Kidd
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Flat Dallas need to be energised, says Kidd

UTAH - Dallas coach Jason Kidd lamented his team's habit of starting slowly, as the Mavericks were handed a fourth straight loss thanks to John Collins of the Utah Jazz slamming in a game-winning dunk with only six seconds left.

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

Tyson's divine 'meeting' inspires comeback fight

NEW YORK - Mike Tyson, one of the greatest and most controversial boxers in the sport's history, is no stranger to the fine art of promotion.

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November 16, 2024
REFUGEE NEVER GIVES UP ON PATH TO PARIS
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REFUGEE NEVER GIVES UP ON PATH TO PARIS

Forced to flee Iran, Tiranvalipour achieves taekwondo Olympic dream at 2024 Games

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November 16, 2024
ROMANTIC WARRIOR SHOULD WIN
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ROMANTIC WARRIOR SHOULD WIN

Nov 17 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) form analysis

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November 16, 2024
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Gimme A Prince will be fresher for the task

Nov 16 South Africa (Kenilworth) form analysis

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November 16, 2024
PIKE STILL THE PICK IN PLACID ARK RACE
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PIKE STILL THE PICK IN PLACID ARK RACE

Perth champion jockey can star at The Pinnacles Day even on outsider Mai Aloha

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November 16, 2024
Guardians of Chimie Great Wall
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Guardians of Chimie Great Wall

A generation of protectors is stepping up to preserve the wall's legacy, following in the footsteps of three men who have led the way.

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November 16, 2024
Sumo wrestles with existential woes
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Sumo wrestles with existential woes

The Japanese ancient sport is described as being in a crisis as it faces high attrition rates and scandals that have cropped up time and again. Reforms may be needed to bring it in line with the modern era.

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November 16, 2024
Tough love to help scam victims who refuse to help themselves
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Tough love to help scam victims who refuse to help themselves

The move to control bank accounts of stubborn potential scam victims may look like overreach, but it's the last resort to protect them.

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

Economists need new indicators of economic misery

Existing measures of discomfort are failing to predict elections.

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November 16, 2024
And you thought architects just designed buildings...
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And you thought architects just designed buildings...

The profession must adapt to become holistic problem-solvers amid economic, well-being and sustainability challenges.

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November 16, 2024
$16m scheme for firms to send workers on overseas postings
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$16m scheme for firms to send workers on overseas postings

WSG initiative aims to help firms expand abroad, build globally competitive workforce

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November 16, 2024
Cordlife sees $1.6m Q3 loss on 31% drop in revenue
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Cordlife sees $1.6m Q3 loss on 31% drop in revenue

Cordlife remained in the red for the third quarter ended September after falling into a net loss position for the first half of the fiscal year.

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

SGX RegCo issues 'trade with caution' alert on 9R shares

The Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) has urged investors to exercise caution when dealing with shares of 9R.

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November 16, 2024
Saving the earth, one Uniqlo bra top at a time
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Saving the earth, one Uniqlo bra top at a time

Uniqlo's line of bra tops are so popular worldwide and in Singapore that the Japanese retailer has designated it \"mainstay\" status in its fight to be more sustainable.

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November 16, 2024
Orchard Rd business group launches green road map
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Orchard Rd business group launches green road map

Metro, Uniqlo, Hilton among 25 members that have signed sustainability pledge

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

ComfortDelGro's net profit up 15.2% in Q3 on higher revenue

Transport operator ComfortDelGro has posted a 15.2 per cent rise in net profit to $57.5 million for its third quarter ended September, from $49.9 million in the year-ago period.

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November 16, 2024
Traders trim bets for Dec rate cut as Fed chief signals caution
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Traders trim bets for Dec rate cut as Fed chief signals caution

US economic resilience gives officials room to lower rates at more careful pace: Powell

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November 16, 2024
The Straits Times

Singapore shipping firm PIL cuts staff amid automation drive

Home-grown shipping company Pacific International Lines (PIL) on Nov 13 laid off an undisclosed number of workers in Singapore amid a push for greater automation within the firm.

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November 16, 2024