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Complaints filed against Duterte, ex-cops at UN body

The families of labour organisers and activists who were killed in several simultaneous police operations in 2021 on Nov 8 filed a complaint with the United Nations Human Rights Committee against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte and two former officials of the Philippine National Police.

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November 11, 2024
Malaysia's U Mobile responds to concerns over its winning 5G bid
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Malaysia's U Mobile responds to concerns over its winning 5G bid

Smallest of three bidding telcos says track record shows it can be relied on to deliver

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November 11, 2024
Sting ops, detailed menus: China doubles down on food safety
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Sting ops, detailed menus: China doubles down on food safety

Effort comes as central govt promotes F&B sector amid overall soft domestic demand

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November 11, 2024
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China, Indonesia boost ties with deals on lithium, energy and tourism

China and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in key sectors, including lithium, new-energy vehicles, green energy and tourism, according to a joint statement released on Nov 9.

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November 11, 2024
Lebanon, Gaza hit by deadly strikes as Israel faces aid deadline
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Lebanon, Gaza hit by deadly strikes as Israel faces aid deadline

US warns it could cut military assistance unless aid delivery to Gaza Strip improves

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November 11, 2024
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Israeli army slams soldiers for burning Lebanese flag

The Israeli military on Nov 9 accused a group of soldiers of burning a Lebanese flag in southern Lebanon, where they were fighting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.

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November 11, 2024
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Israel's strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles

Israel's effective use of air-launched ballistic missiles (ALBMs) in its air strikes against Iran is expected to pique interest elsewhere in acquiring the weapons, which most major powers have avoided in favor of cruise missiles and glide bombs.

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November 11, 2024
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Republicans on brink of controlling US House after taking Senate

Republicans on Nov 9 were close to clinching control of the US House of Representatives, a critical element for President-elect Donald Trump to advance his agenda when he returns to the White House in January.

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November 11, 2024
Trump an unpredictable friend to Indians at home and in the US
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Trump an unpredictable friend to Indians at home and in the US

His election win sparks discussions on how flow of Indian people, goods will be affected

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November 11, 2024
Tree planted in S'pore to mark Suzhou Industrial Park's 30th anniversary
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Tree planted in S'pore to mark Suzhou Industrial Park's 30th anniversary

A persimmon tree was planted by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang at the Singapore Botanic Gardens on Nov 10.

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November 11, 2024
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Police step up patrols at places of worship

Move to reassure public despite no evidence that attack on priest was act of terror: MHA

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November 11, 2024
AI and new technologies have made scams almost impossible to spot, even for experts
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AI and new technologies have made scams almost impossible to spot, even for experts

If you can spot the signs, you can stop the crimes. But what happens when it becomes virtually impossible to spot a scam?

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November 11, 2024
Muslim, Hindu and Jewish leaders in Singapore decry violence
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Muslim, Hindu and Jewish leaders in Singapore decry violence

There can be no place for any form of violence, especially not in the name of religion and religious places, said Muslim, Hindu and Jewish leaders in Singapore on Nov 10, adding that they stand in solidarity with the Catholic community here.

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November 11, 2024
New Islamic college to groom religious leaders, those who can help social sector
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New Islamic college to groom religious leaders, those who can help social sector

It will offer them full-time undergrad course to major in Islamic studies or social sciences

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November 11, 2024
Attack on priest: Suspect was previously convicted of stabbing ex-girlfriend
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Attack on priest: Suspect was previously convicted of stabbing ex-girlfriend

The Singaporean man arrested for stabbing a priest at a church in Bukit Timah on Nov 9 has been identified as Basnayake Keith Spencer.

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November 11, 2024
A layered narrative of Singapore and the Malay community in the 1960s and 1970s
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A layered narrative of Singapore and the Malay community in the 1960s and 1970s

NEVERNESS By Fairoz Ahmad Fiction/Ethos Books/Paperback/ 226 pages/$24

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November 10, 2024
HIT THE RAILS ON A BIKE
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HIT THE RAILS ON A BIKE

It is always a thrill to pull out of a train station and feel yourself picking up speed, wheels click-clacking over the rails.

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November 10, 2024
From drugs, jail and bankruptcy to social enterprise cafe for ex-offenders
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From drugs, jail and bankruptcy to social enterprise cafe for ex-offenders

Drugs. Bankruptcy. Failed marriages. And prison. But Mr Matthew Poh is not letting his past define him.

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November 10, 2024
Small Rain finds great intimacy amid medical isolation
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Small Rain finds great intimacy amid medical isolation

How has the Covid-19 pandemic shaped literary fiction? American novelist Garth Greenwell's turn from two erotically charged novels set in Bulgaria to his latest – a pandemic novel set in the sexless emergency ward of an Iowa hospital – offers answers.

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November 10, 2024
Grab Singapore's managing director listens to audiobooks
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Grab Singapore's managing director listens to audiobooks

Mr Yee Wee Tang, 48, managing director of Grab Singapore, recently announced that the company has upgraded its Grab Benefits 2.0 programme and will spend $4 million a year on welfare for drivers and delivery workers who use the platform.

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November 10, 2024
Japanese author inspired by external environs
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Japanese author inspired by external environs

Ko Shinjo is behind the novel that inspired Netflix hit Tokyo Swindlers

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November 10, 2024
Gen Z couples say no to hawker centre first dates
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Gen Z couples say no to hawker centre first dates

In the light of a Bumble survey, The Sunday Times speaks to four couples to find out how dating etiquette has evolved over the years

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November 10, 2024
Let's Talk About Death Who will care for my sister when I die?
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Let's Talk About Death Who will care for my sister when I die?

Let's Talk About Death is a five-episode docuseries that follows several millennials and their loved ones as they navigate end-of-life planning, and seeks to kick-start honest conversations about death and dying well.

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November 10, 2024
Maeder, kitefoiling get sweet Yeo's bundle deal
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Maeder, kitefoiling get sweet Yeo's bundle deal

An already momentous year for Singapore's kitefoiler Maximilian Maeder got even better on Nov 9, when local food and beverage company Yeo Hiap Seng (Yeo's) extended their sponsorship deal by another four years from 2025 to 2028.

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November 10, 2024
CAVENDISH'S FINAL RACE
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CAVENDISH'S FINAL RACE

Legend confirms that S'pore Criterium is his swansong - and he wants to claim it

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November 10, 2024
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Improving Chelsea can beat any team, says Maresca

UP FOR THE FIGHT

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November 10, 2024
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ARTETA BUOYED BY PLAYERS' HUNGER

Arsenal boss says they can overcome slump; captain Odegaard could start against Chelsea

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November 10, 2024
UNITED NEED MORE GOALS: VAN NISTELROOY
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UNITED NEED MORE GOALS: VAN NISTELROOY

He hopes to stay on as Amorim's assistant after final game in charge against Leicester

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November 10, 2024
Froome sees Brailsford reviving Red Devils' fortunes
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Froome sees Brailsford reviving Red Devils' fortunes

Four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome knows what it takes to turn a team into a winning operation after witnessing it firsthand while working with Dave Brailsford, who is credited with turning Britain into a world cycling power in the early-2000s.

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November 10, 2024
Nuno leads silk-and-steel Forest's rise up ladder
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Nuno leads silk-and-steel Forest's rise up ladder

Amid the English Premier League's global growth, there have been many victims.

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November 10, 2024