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Malaysia plans subsidy cuts for 'ultra rich', but who exactly are they?
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Malaysia plans subsidy cuts for 'ultra rich', but who exactly are they?

Using top 15% income threshold impacts huge swathe of the middle class: Experts

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October 27, 2024
Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 3 journalists, draws global condemnation
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Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 3 journalists, draws global condemnation

Three journalists were killed in Lebanon by an Israeli strike on the morning of Oct 25, their colleagues said, drawing condemnation from rights advocates about the number of reporters who have lost their lives in the region over the past year.

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October 27, 2024
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World reactions to Israel's retaliatory strikes on Iran

\"Israel's response was an exercise in self-defence and specifically avoided populated areas and focused solely on military targets, contrary to Iran's attack against Israel that targeted Israel's most populous city.

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October 27, 2024
Middle East crisis crosses milestone with face-off between Israel, Iran
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Middle East crisis crosses milestone with face-off between Israel, Iran

It is uncertain if Tehran will avoid further attacks on Jewish state

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October 27, 2024
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3 health workers injured, 44 detained with Gaza hospital 'under siege': WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) said it has regained contact with staff at a besieged northern Gaza hospital, finding that three health workers had been injured and 44 detained.

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October 27, 2024
Stateless youth who has never gone to school lands job
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Stateless youth who has never gone to school lands job

ST report in September leads to offers of help for 25-year-old, from training to meals to jobs

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October 27, 2024
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Quarter of fish farms shut down in past year

Some farmers took up support package to wind up ops, citing factors like higher costs

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October 27, 2024
Israel strikes Iran military sites, warns rival against retaliation
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Israel strikes Iran military sites, warns rival against retaliation

Attack seemingly not aimed at oil, nuclear targets; Tehran says damage very minimal

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October 27, 2024
Commonwealth one way to boost ties with other nations: PM Wong
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Commonwealth one way to boost ties with other nations: PM Wong

At a time when countries are pulling apart, groupings like the Commonwealth are one way for Singapore to strengthen its links with other nations, add value and maintain its relevance.

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October 27, 2024
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Taiwanese host Jacky Wu safe after terror attack in Turkey

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October 26, 2024
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Japanese singer Ado to hold concert here in May

Following announced gigs in Singapore by Japanese singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii on Oct 26, Japanese diva Mika Nakashima's set at a music festival in December and hit J-pop duo Yoasobi's two-night show in February, J-pop fans have one more reason to rejoice.

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October 26, 2024
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K-pop's Jessi sorry over fan who was assaulted

K-pop star Jessi has posted a lengthy apology on Instagram following an incident in which a male teenage fan of hers was assaulted.

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October 26, 2024
Modest start to electric SUV journey
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Modest start to electric SUV journey

The Seres 3 is an interesting alternative to the popular BYD Atto 3

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October 26, 2024
Bentley's jolly green giant
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Bentley's jolly green giant

The Continental GT Speed's relatively smaller V8 engine with plug-in hybrid tech makes 1,000Nm of torque

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October 26, 2024
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Old-school charm in Triumph's new mid-class Scrambler

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October 26, 2024
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Eco-themed concert a wake-up call about waste

Some of Ding Yi Music Company's most interesting concerts over the years have focused on Singapore's history and disappearing culture. But, more recently, the ensemble has turned to highlighting environmental issues.

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October 26, 2024
Video games' rocky road
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Video games' rocky road

Diverse representation in games is on the rise, but some players are not on board

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October 26, 2024
All in the family
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All in the family

Designer Cheryl Gay revamped this HDB maisonette for her sister and brother-in-law

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October 26, 2024
In a pickle about dirty soda
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In a pickle about dirty soda

Quirky soda cocktails are having a moment, with pickle juice and Oreo flavor just two of the possibilities jazzing up Coca-Cola

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October 26, 2024
GET AWAY FOR A DAY
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GET AWAY FOR A DAY

Be it for a few hours or an entire day, \"daycations\" and \"spa-cations\" at luxury hotels are the new go-to for de-stressing

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October 26, 2024
Elbow injury, but diver Max still wins Asian silver
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Elbow injury, but diver Max still wins Asian silver

In the week leading up to the Oct 24-27 Asian Diving Championships in Jiangmen, China, national diver Max Lee had to miss training as an elbow injury threatened to scupper his chances of competing.

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October 26, 2024
NAKAMURA LIFT FOR LIONS
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NAKAMURA LIFT FOR LIONS

With AFF C'ship looming, Singapore can count on new citizen to 'give his all'

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October 26, 2024
MOURINHO AT HIS SARCASTIC BEST
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MOURINHO AT HIS SARCASTIC BEST

Fenerbahce coach lauds ref who sent him off, says draw is a positive for United

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October 26, 2024
Spurs teen earns comparison with Neymar in win
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Spurs teen earns comparison with Neymar in win

Tottenham Hotspur teenager Mikey Moore was compared to Brazilian ace Neymar after a standout showing in the 1-0 win over AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League on Oct 24, with Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou admitting it will be difficult to \"keep the lid\" on expectations.

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October 26, 2024
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Saudis consider Renard return after Mancini exit

Saudi Arabia's football body said on Oct 24 it was parting ways with national coach Roberto Mancini after 14 months in the job, following a run of poor results.

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October 26, 2024
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Barca plot end to Real's 42-game unbeaten run

La Liga leaders Barcelona visit rivals Real Madrid in a mouth-watering Clasico on Oct 26, aiming to strike a significant blow in the title race.

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October 26, 2024
PEP IS NOT TAKING SAINTS FOR GRANTED
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PEP IS NOT TAKING SAINTS FOR GRANTED

City boss respects promoted teams, recalls his team's struggle to beat Wolves last week

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October 26, 2024
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Schauffele still has to catch up despite a 65

Birthday boy Xander Schauffele shot a five-under 65 at the PGA Tour's Zozo Championship in Japan on Oct 25, to make up ground following his opening-day quadruple bogey.

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October 26, 2024
MCILROY'S IRONS NOT HOT
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MCILROY'S IRONS NOT HOT

Coach Leadbetter says they are root cause of his 10-year Major drought

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October 26, 2024
Norris won't alter approach in battle with Verstappen
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Norris won't alter approach in battle with Verstappen

A defiant Lando Norris has said that he will \"do what I think is right\" as his battle with Max Verstappen for the Formula One world title intensifies.

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October 26, 2024