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US struggles to rein in Israel's aggression, but may now have incentive to do more
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US struggles to rein in Israel's aggression, but may now have incentive to do more

As Israel's Gaza war widens to Lebanon and Iran, why is the US not doing more to contain its strongest ally in the Middle East?

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October 05, 2024
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Singles can buy 2-room flexi BTO flats in all locations

More than 1,900 such flats will be on offer in 10 projects from the October sales launch

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October 05, 2024
Parts of Marine Parade flooded due to burst underground pipe
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Parts of Marine Parade flooded due to burst underground pipe

Residents and motorists squelched through ankle-deep floodwaters in Marine Parade on Oct 4 after workers accidentally struck an underground water pipe.

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October 05, 2024
Ong Beng Seng charged with two offences linked to Iswaran probe
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Ong Beng Seng charged with two offences linked to Iswaran probe

Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng was charged on Oct 4 with abetting a public servant in obtaining gifts and with abetting the obstruction of justice.

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October 05, 2024
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New measures to clamp down on money laundering in Singapore

High-value goods dealers to be advised on how to spot red flags, among other moves

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October 05, 2024
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Diarra ruling could reshape transfer system

Fifa's regulations state that if a player breaches his contract, which is then terminated by the club, his new team are jointly liable with the player to pay compensation to his old one - which happened when Charleroi attempted to sign Diarra after his contract was ended by the Russian club in 2014.

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October 04, 2024
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We'll learn: Real after 1st loss in 37 games

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said criticism of his team was well deserved, after their long unbeaten run came to an end in a 1-0 defeat by Lille in France in the Champions League on Oct 2.

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October 04, 2024
Captain Naufal hoping for happier ending than 2023
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Captain Naufal hoping for happier ending than 2023

Singapore Under-16 captain Iliya Naufal Idris will not forget the 2023 Lion City Cup (LCC) final in a hurry.

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October 04, 2024
EMERY MASTERMINDS 'STATEMENT' VICTORY
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EMERY MASTERMINDS 'STATEMENT' VICTORY

Villa beat free-scoring Bayern 1-0 in first home Champions League game for 41 years

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October 04, 2024
Salah's standout showing doesn't surprise manager Slot
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Salah's standout showing doesn't surprise manager Slot

LONDON - Liverpool manager Arne Slot was not the least bit surprised by the superb performance of Mohamed Salah in their 2-0 Champions League victory over Bologna on Oct 2.

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October 04, 2024
Solanke returns to England squad
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Solanke returns to England squad

LONDON - After scoring in his last three games for Tottenham Hotspur, striker Dominic Solanke found himself in England interim manager Lee Carsley's squad for next week's Nations League games against Greece and Finland.

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October 04, 2024
TICKETS SNAPPED UP AS MAX STRUGGLES
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TICKETS SNAPPED UP AS MAX STRUGGLES

US promoter calls it 'hockey stick' effect, as champ's drought makes race more attractive

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October 04, 2024
Game, jet and match for champ Alcaraz
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Game, jet and match for champ Alcaraz

SHANGHAI - Carlos Alcaraz said on Oct 3 he had no time to celebrate his China Open triumph because of the gruelling tennis schedule, as he rushed straight from the stadium to catch a flight to the ongoing Shanghai Masters.

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October 04, 2024
'ONE-OF-ONE' OHTANI AMAZES
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'ONE-OF-ONE' OHTANI AMAZES

Two-way star draws comparisons to US sporting legends with historic feats

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October 04, 2024
Mavericks' goal is NBA title, says injured Doncic
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Mavericks' goal is NBA title, says injured Doncic

LOS ANGELES - Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic will miss a week of pre-season preparation after suffering a bruised left calf during a workout, the National Basketball Association (NBA) team said on Oct 2.

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October 04, 2024
McDougall, better late than never
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McDougall, better late than never

Melbourne jockey Blaike McDougall has four rides on Oct 5.

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October 04, 2024
PRICE IS RIGHT FOR LAST VISIT
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PRICE IS RIGHT FOR LAST VISIT

Ex-jockey hoping for 'like father, like son' feat between two 'last' S'pore Gold Cups

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October 04, 2024
SMEs at risk of tech fatigue without critical skills and expertise
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SMEs at risk of tech fatigue without critical skills and expertise

The benefits of digitalisation are clear. But security risks and a relentless cycle of upgrades and updates make it challenging for smaller businesses.

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October 04, 2024
The great squandering of American power
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The great squandering of American power

Washington's support for Israel's war tactics has eroded the influence of the US and the credibility of the rules-based order it champions.

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October 04, 2024
Buyout deals involving S'pore firms hit $66 billion
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Buyout deals involving S'pore firms hit $66 billion

29% surge in first 9 months of 2024 affirms country's status as S-E Asian hub for M&As

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October 04, 2024
More job openings in marketing, sports and veterinary sectors
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More job openings in marketing, sports and veterinary sectors

While overall hiring is subdued, job portal Indeed's data shows interest in niche skills

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October 04, 2024
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Singapore to build second airport logistics park to boost Changi's cargo capacity

Singapore will build a second airport logistics park from 2030 to increase the capacity of the existing park and boost Changi Airport's role as a regional air cargo hub.

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October 04, 2024
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S'pore-listed China firms soar after Beijing's big stimulus package

Sharp rally here includes a 57% surge in property group Yanlord Land's stock

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October 04, 2024
Singapore SMEs to get more targeted help to go green in next 5 years
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Singapore SMEs to get more targeted help to go green in next 5 years

Around 1,000 small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) here will get targeted, sector-specific help to go green in the next five years. They will also get to use an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that helps them assess their carbon emissions since many small firms do not have a dedicated sustainability officer to generate such reports for them.

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October 04, 2024
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Historic funding round values ChatGPT maker OpenAI at $203 billion

SAN FRANCISCO - New funding propelled ChatGPT maker OpenAI to a valuation of US$157 billion (S$203 billion), the company said on Oct 2, sealing its place as the world leader in artificial intelligence (AI).

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October 04, 2024
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Jail for man who let friend make fake insurance claims

An insurance agent allowed a friend, who was then working with a similar company, to make fraudulent claims, and the company was then duped into paying out more than $1.88 million in total.

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October 04, 2024
Security officer claims trial to charges over dispute with delivery rider
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Security officer claims trial to charges over dispute with delivery rider

An Alexandra Central Mall security officer accused of using criminal force against a food delivery rider outside the building and two others who intervened has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

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October 04, 2024
Jail for woman who masterminded Bugis knife attack while out on bail
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Jail for woman who masterminded Bugis knife attack while out on bail

Slash wounds inflicted by two assailants left victim with potential permanent disabilities

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October 04, 2024
New programme to develop pipeline of leaders in special education
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New programme to develop pipeline of leaders in special education

It will offer educators opportunities for training like those in mainstream schools

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October 04, 2024
Docs eye screening tool to identify women at risk of premature births
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Docs eye screening tool to identify women at risk of premature births

Team from KKH, SGH to work on creating national database of preterm pregnancies

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October 04, 2024