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Touring exhibition of graffiti artist Banksy to open in Singapore in December

The guerilla-style political art of anonymous graffiti artist Banksy, which has popped up on streets in cities worldwide, will finally grace vandalism-tough Singapore this December—albeit indoors.

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November 07, 2024
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Bag brand Aupen's founder is former national swimmer Nicholas Tan

The Singapore-founded bag brand Aupen has been seen on the arms of pop superstars Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Beyonce, but the team behind the trendy label has largely kept a low profile—until now.

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November 07, 2024
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Music from Bridgerton in upcoming concert

Fans of the Netflix historical romance series Bridgerton (2020 to present) are in for a treat as songs from the hit show will be performed in Singapore.

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November 07, 2024
Travel news Travel discounts at Trafalgar Tours' showcase
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Travel news Travel discounts at Trafalgar Tours' showcase

From Nov 6 to 10, Trafalgar Tours, a brand under travel company The Travel Corporation (TTC), is holding its first travel fair at the level one atrium of shopping centre Plaza Singapura.

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November 07, 2024
Musical Six retells stories of Henry VIII's wives in pop-concert style
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Musical Six retells stories of Henry VIII's wives in pop-concert style

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived - this is how most people remember the six wives of 16th-century King of England Henry VIII.

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November 07, 2024
Nafa's hopes of building a print archive
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Nafa's hopes of building a print archive

The acquisition of a collection from Typesettingsg, Singapore's only letterpress heritage studio, has increased its holdings by about 10 times

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November 07, 2024
Brotherly bonds cut deeper than blades
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Brotherly bonds cut deeper than blades

Psychological thriller Pierce offers a bracing portrait of how young men seek out and cling to male role models

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November 07, 2024
Thousands of girls sold and forced into sex trade in India
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Thousands of girls sold and forced into sex trade in India

West Bengal a key trafficking hub, with more than 50,000 girls missing

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November 07, 2024
Dua Lipa gets Singapore crowd 'levitating'
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Dua Lipa gets Singapore crowd 'levitating'

The words \"training season's over\" flashed on the screen as British-Albanian singer Dua Lipa took the Singapore Indoor Stadium stage on Nov 5 to kick off her Radical Optimism Tour.

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November 07, 2024
4 movies, 2 islands
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4 movies, 2 islands

Singapore film-makers look to Taiwan for funding, hands-on support, cultural kinship

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November 07, 2024
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Alonso hails 'complete' Reds in 4-0 drubbing

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso hailed Liverpool's quality, after the German champions were blown away in the second half of a 4-0 loss at Anfield in the Champions League on Nov 5.

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November 07, 2024
Shawal shines amid Sailors' many foreign stars
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Shawal shines amid Sailors' many foreign stars

The Lion City Sailors are stacked with seasoned players boasting international and European experience who cost millions in transfer fees and wages. Yet, it is Shawal Anuar who stands out.

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November 07, 2024
NAKAMURA IN, FANDIS OUT
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NAKAMURA IN, FANDIS OUT

Ikhsan, Ilhan and Irfan miss out on Lions friendlies, are Asean c'ship doubts

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November 07, 2024
CITY ROUT NOT AN INDICATOR: AMORIM
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CITY ROUT NOT AN INDICATOR: AMORIM

Sporting coach credits luck for outwitting Guardiola, but is ready to have fun at United

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November 07, 2024
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Real must fix leaky defence after another loss

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said he was worried about his team's performance in a 3-1 Champions League home loss to AC Milan on Nov 5, as they suffered back-to-back defeats at the Bernabeu in all competitions for the first time since 2020.

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November 07, 2024
Froome 'not crazy' to eye 2025 Tour
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Froome 'not crazy' to eye 2025 Tour

Four-time Tour de France champion Chris Froome has said that he dreams of competing in the world's greatest cycling race once more before calling time on his glittering career.

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November 07, 2024
RUUD HAILS UNITED'S RECORD IN EUROPE
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RUUD HAILS UNITED'S RECORD IN EUROPE

Interim boss says Red Devils are always contenders in continental competitions

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November 07, 2024
Ex-footballer Forlan elated by pro tennis debut
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Ex-footballer Forlan elated by pro tennis debut

Former Manchester United and Atletico Madrid striker Diego Forlan said on Nov 5 that he felt \"like a little boy\" after swapping his football boots for a tennis racket at the age of 45.

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November 07, 2024
ZHENG PROUD OF MATCHING LI'S FEAT
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ZHENG PROUD OF MATCHING LI'S FEAT

Chinese star follows idol's footsteps into last four of WTA Finals after thrashing Paolini

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November 07, 2024
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'Very special' celebration for Nadal's finale at Davis Cup

The Davis Cup will provide a special farewell to retiring tennis great Rafael Nadal at the Final 8 in a fortnight, tournament director Feliciano Lopez said on Nov 5.

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November 07, 2024
SUPPORT KEY TO RECOVERY FROM INJURY
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SUPPORT KEY TO RECOVERY FROM INJURY

Open communication, mental strength also crucial in helping athletes overcome trauma

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November 07, 2024
Don't take NBA's 'Uncle Brigade' for granted
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Don't take NBA's 'Uncle Brigade' for granted

Kevin Durant, the Phoenix Suns forward, finished with 31 points in a recent win against the Dallas Mavericks, joining the 29,000-point club.

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November 07, 2024
FORMER KRANJI GALLOPER CONTARELLI WINS AT TRIALS
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FORMER KRANJI GALLOPER CONTARELLI WINS AT TRIALS

Ricky Choi's pair of Iron Head, Handsome Joyful getting tuned up for Malaysian debut

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November 07, 2024
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Destiny Of Fire set for hot Highveld debut

Nov 7 South Africa (Turffontein) form analysis

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November 07, 2024
TOO DARN DISCREET NOT TO BE IGNORED IN CROWN OAKS
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TOO DARN DISCREET NOT TO BE IGNORED IN CROWN OAKS

Ballarat trainer O'Sullivan taking aim at first Gl win with filly raced by long-time owner

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November 07, 2024
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Priority scheme merits further study

I agree that having a certificate of entitlement (COE) priority scheme as suggested by Mr Darius Lee (COEs - Introduce priority scheme for parents, the elderly, Oct 31) merits further consideration.

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November 07, 2024
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NEA's AI chatbot helpful, but can be improved

I refer to the article \"Unsure if you can recycle a frying pan? Ask NEA's new AI chatbot\" (Sep 16). I find the Bloobin AI chatbot, which is conveniently accessible on messaging apps, user-friendly and effective. The replies are also generally accurate.

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November 07, 2024
Is Germany's business model broken?
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Is Germany's business model broken?

All three of the country's major industries are in crisis, and the economy is flatlining. Are politicians finally waking up?

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November 07, 2024
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Quincy Jones reminds us why AI will never surpass human genius

The beauty of his creative process was that there were no shortcuts. By design, artificial intelligence cannot compete.

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November 07, 2024
Better data enables stronger solutions for workplace discrimination
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Better data enables stronger solutions for workplace discrimination

The report on fair employment practices can be more comprehensive and could be better broken down to capture actual trends.

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November 07, 2024