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Macron warns peace in Ukraine can't mean 'surrender', after talks with Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Feb 24 that peace cannot mean the \"surrender\" of Ukraine, but said talks with US President Donald Trump had shown a path forward despite fears of a transatlantic rift.

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February 26, 2025
AI Opens 'Endless' Doors for Fashion Models, Closes Others
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AI Opens 'Endless' Doors for Fashion Models, Closes Others

London-based model Alexsandrah Gondora understands the power of being in \"two places at the same time\", thanks to an artificial intelligence (AI) replica of herself: \"She's doing the hard work so I don't have to.\"

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February 26, 2025
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Andy Lau Surprises Carina Lau At Her Play's Closing Show

Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau made a surprise appearance at a stage play on Feb 23, in support of his long-time friend, Hong Kong actress Carina Lau.

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February 26, 2025
A guide to dodging Trump's tariffs
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A guide to dodging Trump's tariffs

How companies can lessen the blow from the American President's assault on trade.

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February 26, 2025
Australia Interested in Hosting 2031 Asian Cup
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Australia Interested in Hosting 2031 Asian Cup

Australia has submitted an expression of interest (EOI) to host the 2031 Asian Cup, while Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have launched a joint bid for the continental football showpiece.

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February 26, 2025
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Indonesia and Apple said to agree on terms to lift iPhone 16 ban

Indonesia and Apple have agreed on terms to lift the country's ban on iPhone 16s, said people familiar with the matter, paving the way to end a five-month tug-of-war that forced the US tech giant to raise its promised investment in the country to US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion).

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February 26, 2025
Geopolitics: Change may be painful, but it is crucial for a more coherent future
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Geopolitics: Change may be painful, but it is crucial for a more coherent future

The Opinion piece \"Without America, 'the West' will splinter, wither and die\" (Feb 20) reminded me of the book Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson.

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February 26, 2025
Taiwan Seizes Chinese-Crewed Cargo Ship After Subsea Cable Cut
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Taiwan Seizes Chinese-Crewed Cargo Ship After Subsea Cable Cut

Previous incidents of breakage attributed to natural causes or blamed on Chinese vessels

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February 26, 2025
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United to cut jobs, free lunches and bonuses

Manchester United will cut around 150 to 200 more jobs as part of an overhaul to return to profitability after five years of losses, the English Premier League club said on Feb 24.

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February 26, 2025
China's Superpower of Scaling Will Spur DeepSeek's Competitive Threat
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China's Superpower of Scaling Will Spur DeepSeek's Competitive Threat

The Chinese AI start-up should worry Silicon Valley and investors betting on US exceptionalism.

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February 26, 2025
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La Pulga can go back-to-back on the 1,800m

Feb 26 South Africa (Kenilworth) form analysis

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February 26, 2025
Trump Team Seeks to Toughen Biden's Chip Curbs on China
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Trump Team Seeks to Toughen Biden's Chip Curbs on China

Key Allies Also Face Pressure to Escalate Restrictions to Limit Beijing's Tech Prowess

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February 26, 2025
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Retired French doctor admits to 'despicable acts' in child rape trial

A retired surgeon accused of raping and sexually assaulting hundreds of young patients, some while they were under anesthetic, said at the opening of his trial in western France on Feb 24 that he had committed \"despicable\" acts.

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February 26, 2025
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Thai Somkiat Eager to Make MotoGP History

Somkiat Chantra can barely contain a beaming smile as he prepares to make history in front of his home fans as Thailand's first MotoGP rider this week.

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February 26, 2025
Virgin pilot alerted Australia to China navy's live fire drills
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Virgin pilot alerted Australia to China navy's live fire drills

Australia was unaware Chinese warships were set to conduct live fire exercises off its east coast until its security authorities were alerted by a Virgin Australia pilot who heard radio communications about the drills, according to a top air traffic official.

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February 26, 2025
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China's Defence of Currency Takes Toll on Big Banks, Bond Funds

China's strategy of defending its currency by choking local liquidity is sending ripples throughout the financial system, squeezing banks and fuelling losses at bond funds.

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February 26, 2025
South Korea Will Now Accept E-Arrival Cards for Foreign Visitors
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South Korea Will Now Accept E-Arrival Cards for Foreign Visitors

The South Korean government announced on Feb. 24 that visitors entering the country can now submit online arrival cards up to three days in advance.

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February 26, 2025
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Great Eastern Q4 net profit falls 14% to $135m

Great Eastern on Feb 25 reported a net profit of $134.8 million for the fourth quarter ended Dec 31, down 14 per cent from $157.2 million in the previous corresponding period.

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February 26, 2025
Tesla sales crash in Europe as public opinion turns against Musk
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Tesla sales crash in Europe as public opinion turns against Musk

Tesla's sales in January plunged 45 per cent across Europe, where rival carmakers saw a surge in electric vehicle (EV) demand.

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February 26, 2025
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Venezuelans Begin Journey Home After Dreams of Better US Life Dashed

Dozens of Venezuelan migrants boarded small boats on an island off the Caribbean coast of Panama on Feb 24, setting off towards Colombia as part of a reverse migration of families who have given up trying to reach the U.S.

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February 26, 2025
THIS IS MY BEST SEASON: SALAH
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THIS IS MY BEST SEASON: SALAH

Liverpool star, on 25 goals and 16 assists, hopes to cap term with another league title

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February 25, 2025
Sustainability on the seas
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Sustainability on the seas

Cruise lines are going greener, but some are under fire for greenwashing

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February 25, 2025
Dignity Kitchen founder Koh Seng Choon named ST Singaporean of the Year 2024
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Dignity Kitchen founder Koh Seng Choon named ST Singaporean of the Year 2024

Mr Koh Seng Choon, who founded a foodcourt that has been employing people with disabilities since 2010, was presented The Straits Times Singaporean of the Year 2024 award by President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

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February 25, 2025
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ASTON MARTIN WILL CATCH UP: ALONSO

Spaniard optimistic about new Fl campaign as designer Newey prepares to join in March

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February 25, 2025
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Purpose is a journey, not a destination

Joan's letter struck a chord because I too wondered about my purpose when I was younger (Perhaps, life's purpose is found in the smaller things, Feb 24).

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February 25, 2025
Maresca wants Chelsea to bank less on Palmer
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Maresca wants Chelsea to bank less on Palmer

Enzo Maresca has challenged his misfiring Chelsea squad to step up during a lean spell for Cole Palmer, admitting \"we rely on Cole for everything\".

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February 25, 2025
Social entrepreneur wants to raise awareness about a part of society people don't know
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Social entrepreneur wants to raise awareness about a part of society people don't know

His foodcourt hires 200 with disabilities, has trained many others in need

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February 25, 2025
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15 years' jail, caning for man who raped ll-year-old stepdaughter

Fast-food chain worker also got her to record him and her mother having sex

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February 25, 2025
Tuas mega port hits milestone of handling 10m containers since opening
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Tuas mega port hits milestone of handling 10m containers since opening

The Tuas mega port has cumulatively handled 10 million shipping containers, or twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), since the start of operations in September 2022, PSA Singapore said on Feb 24.

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February 25, 2025
The cost of grief and vet care: Will I still want to have a dog when I retire?
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The cost of grief and vet care: Will I still want to have a dog when I retire?

There are benefits to having companion animals but they come with downsides too.

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February 25, 2025