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Joint venture to bring best of the world to Jurong Region Line
The Straits Times

Joint venture to bring best of the world to Jurong Region Line

SBS Transit and French firm gearing up to operationalise Singapore's seventh MRT line

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January 28, 2025
Thunder oust Trail Blazers for 15th consecutive time
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Thunder oust Trail Blazers for 15th consecutive time

Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 35 points as the Thunder grabbed a bounce-back 118-108 victory in Portland on Jan 26 to push their National Basketball Association-best record to 37-8, but his teammate Isaiah Hartenstein said the Canadian's defensive skills are underappreciated.

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January 28, 2025
New World debt turmoil rocks one of HK's richest families
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New World debt turmoil rocks one of HK's richest families

For decades, Hong Kong's \"big four\" property dynasties have been viewed as cash-rich bastions of stability. A crisis of confidence at New World Development is now putting that notion to the test.

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January 28, 2025
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Raducanu Out In Round 1

Ex-US champ loses to Spain's Bucsa, unsure of what's next after parting ways with coach

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January 28, 2025
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US Air Force resumes use of teaching video on first black pilots

The US Air Force said on Jan 26 that it will resume instruction of trainees using a video about the first black airmen in the US military, known as the Tuskegee Airmen, which has passed review to ensure compliance with President Donald Trump's ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

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January 28, 2025
Trek to the top of Taiwan
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Trek to the top of Taiwan

Planning and preparation can help trekkers overcome the challenges of Yushan, which include altitude sickness and weather

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January 28, 2025
Sales at retail and entertainment complex up 5%, while share of overseas travellers climbs to 35%
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Sales at retail and entertainment complex up 5%, while share of overseas travellers climbs to 35%

Sales at retail and entertainment complex up 5%, while share of overseas travellers climbs to 35%

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January 28, 2025
Zhao Lusi Makes Public Appearance After Alleging Workplace Abuse
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Zhao Lusi Makes Public Appearance After Alleging Workplace Abuse

Popular Chinese actress Zhao Lusi (right) appeared in public for the first time on Jan 25, after she dropped a bombshell revelation on Jan 1.

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January 28, 2025
World food agency unable to feed millions of Afghans after aid cuts
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World food agency unable to feed millions of Afghans after aid cuts

The head of the World Food Programme (WFP) in Afghanistan says the agency can only feed half the millions of Afghans in need after cuts in international aid and with an impending freeze in US foreign aid funding.

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January 28, 2025
Chinese AI assistant DeepSeek tops iPhone downloads, in challenge to US
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Chinese AI assistant DeepSeek tops iPhone downloads, in challenge to US

Chinese start-up DeepSeek's eponymous artificial intelligence assistant rocketed to the top of Apple's iPhone download charts, stirring doubts in Silicon Valley about the strength of America's lead in AI.

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January 28, 2025
Look beyond Budget goodies and be proactive in upskilling
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Look beyond Budget goodies and be proactive in upskilling

Singaporeans welcome the Year of the Snake; they are also looking forward to seeing what Budget 2025 announcements Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will make.

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January 28, 2025
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Social service Jobs in sector not inferior to others

The launch of four new national awards for social service professionals is a pivotal initiative (New national awards to recognise work of social service professionals, Jan 23).

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January 28, 2025
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Usher in CNY with activities galore at Istana open house this Sunday

Welcome the Year of the Snake by trying your hand at Chinese calligraphy or enjoying a lion dance performance at the Istana on Feb 2.

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January 28, 2025
Should you worry about microplastics?
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Should you worry about microplastics?

Little is known about the effects on humans but limiting exposure to them seems prudent.

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January 28, 2025
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Raducanu Out In Round 1

Ex-US champ loses to Spain's Bucsa, unsure of what's next after parting ways with coach

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January 28, 2025
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US Fed Set to Announce Pause in Rate Cuts Amid Scrutiny From Trump

Policymakers' Decision Comes Against Backdrop of Small Uptick in Inflation

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January 28, 2025
US stocks soaring on robust earnings reports despite cautious mood
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US stocks soaring on robust earnings reports despite cautious mood

With uncertainty swirling around the outlook for inflation and interest rates, there has been one dependable catalyst keeping Wall Street's spirits lifted: corporate America's bottom line.

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January 28, 2025
Greatness Talk Surfaces
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Greatness Talk Surfaces

Sinner admits he has to prove himself on clay and grass as doping hearing looms

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January 28, 2025
Chiefs one win away from historic Super Bowl 'three-peat'
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Chiefs one win away from historic Super Bowl 'three-peat'

The Kansas City Chiefs kept their bid for a historic third straight Super Bowl alive on Jan. 26, holding off the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in an American Football Conference Championship thriller to set up a National Football League (NFL) title clash with the Philadelphia Eagles.

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January 28, 2025
Indulge in luxury in Kyoto
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Indulge in luxury in Kyoto

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto pampers guests with turndown treats, local ingredients and restorative onsen water

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January 28, 2025
Gaza Residents Return to the North After Hostage Breakthrough
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Gaza Residents Return to the North After Hostage Breakthrough

Israel Gives Green Light for Their Return After Dispute Over Release of Hostage Is Resolved

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January 28, 2025
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Does 'made with love' sell?

Research reveals which consumers value handmade products the most, and it's all about how they approach purchase decisions.

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January 28, 2025
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Shesarocket is all set for the launch

Jan 29 SA (Greyville) form analysis

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January 28, 2025
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CDL Hospitality Trusts posts 11.9% drop in second-half DPS

The managers of CDL Hospitality Trusts (CDLHT) on Jan 27 posted a distribution per stapled security (DPS) of 2.81 cents for the second half ended December 2024, down 11.9 per cent from 3.1 cents in the previous corresponding period.

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January 28, 2025
Hope is key to economic growth: BlackRock CEO
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Hope is key to economic growth: BlackRock CEO

The more the global population is hopeful, the more consumption there will be, he says

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January 28, 2025
Mum of teenager killed in Joo Chiat accident hopes driver won't be charged
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Mum of teenager killed in Joo Chiat accident hopes driver won't be charged

The mother of a teenager killed in an accident in Joo Chiat said she felt relief when State Coroner Adam Nakhoda concluded on Jan 27 that no foul play was suspected in the incident.

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January 28, 2025
In Sri Lanka for heritage and wildlife
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In Sri Lanka for heritage and wildlife

The country is an affordable destination rich in history, culture and wildlife encounters

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January 28, 2025
Thailand's 'Hachiko' finds new home with country's princess
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Thailand's 'Hachiko' finds new home with country's princess

A faithful dog that mourned its late owner to the point of being \"severely depressed\" has found a new home after being adopted by a Thai princess.

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January 28, 2025
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Ange admits uncertain future amid new 'low'

Ange Postecoglou admitted he does not know if he will avoid the sack after Tottenham Hotspur hit a new \"low\" with a dismal 2-1 home defeat by struggling Leicester City on Jan 26.

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January 28, 2025
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Self-driving buses to be tested on public bus routes from mid-2026

First six to operate alongside manned buses in Marina Bay/Shenton Way and one-north

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January 28, 2025