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FLYING FIGHTER LANDS FIRST PUNCH
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FLYING FIGHTER LANDS FIRST PUNCH

Luck had been deserting trainer Burridge’s 3YO, but no more after Kranji breakthrough

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June 18, 2024
Dad brain is real, and it is a good thing
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Dad brain is real, and it is a good thing

New science reveals parenting is transformative for men.

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June 18, 2024
China property drag, other data show recovery remains weak
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China property drag, other data show recovery remains weak

Latest figures suggest need for more govt action to achieve growth target, analysts say

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June 18, 2024
Visa snags, costs delay revival in overseas trips by Chinese
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Visa snags, costs delay revival in overseas trips by Chinese

Surge in domestic travel, belt-tightening exert toll on global travel-related players

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June 18, 2024
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US, S. Korea, Japan to formalise security ties

Move against threats from North Korea comes before next US leader is in office

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June 18, 2024
Taiwan's civilian defence chief sparks controversy over reforms
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Taiwan's civilian defence chief sparks controversy over reforms

Out with goose-step marching, bayonet drills; focus to be on practical training

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June 18, 2024
Ukraine's Zelensky fails to achieve key objectives at Swiss peace summit
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Ukraine's Zelensky fails to achieve key objectives at Swiss peace summit

Leaders and senior representatives from almost 80 countries have called for the \"territorial integrity\" of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia's two-year invasion.

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June 18, 2024
Ties warm during Chinese Premier Li's Aussie trip, but dark clouds loom
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Ties warm during Chinese Premier Li's Aussie trip, but dark clouds loom

There is a gap between the two countries’ expectations of the relationship, expert says

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June 18, 2024
3 HOURS TO PACK AND GO
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3 HOURS TO PACK AND GO

S’pore’s transport investigators’ real action begins when they get to the accident site

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June 18, 2024
Move to help 10,000 seniors learn digital banking skills by year end
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Move to help 10,000 seniors learn digital banking skills by year end

OCBC will expand programme to more locations to help digitally shy’ elderly

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June 18, 2024
Applied Materials to double Singapore manufacturing, R&D and headcount
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Applied Materials to double Singapore manufacturing, R&D and headcount

Applied Materials (AM), one of the world's top suppliers of machines that make semiconductors, plans to double its Singapore manufacturing capacity, headcount and research activities in the coming years.

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June 18, 2024
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People in Singapore reluctant to help strangers due to scam risk: Survey

Even though Mr Paul Teo is a senior social worker, he hesitates to open his wallet when approached in public for donations.

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June 18, 2024
Cleanup expands to more areas, including Changi
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Cleanup expands to more areas, including Changi

Water supply not affected, fish remain safe for consumption, say the authorities

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June 18, 2024
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Many old faces retain key posts in Modi's new Cabinet

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new coalition government on June 10 appointed Ms Nirmala Sitharaman as finance minister for a second consecutive term, the government said in a statement.

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June 11, 2024
PANG PERSISTS FOR S'PORE VICTORY
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PANG PERSISTS FOR S'PORE VICTORY

Endurance propels I7-year-old to maiden Tour win at rain-delayed Ladies Masters

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June 17, 2024
MBAPPE WILL BE UNSTOPPABLE: CISSE
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MBAPPE WILL BE UNSTOPPABLE: CISSE

Les Bleus captain back to his best with club future settled, says former France forward

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June 17, 2024
SUPERSUB WEGHORST DELIVERS
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SUPERSUB WEGHORST DELIVERS

Striker continues to shine on the big stage, scoring 83rd-minute winner against Poland

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June 17, 2024
Ashwath, 8, wants to be one of youngest grandmasters
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Ashwath, 8, wants to be one of youngest grandmasters

Having become the youngest player to beat a grandmaster recently, eight-year-old Ashwath Kaushik has set his sights on attaining chess’ highest rank soon.

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June 17, 2024
BOL RELISHES 'NICE BATTLE' AT OLYMPICS
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BOL RELISHES 'NICE BATTLE' AT OLYMPICS

She seeks best form for highly anticipated hurdles race against McLaughlin-Levrone

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June 17, 2024
GHALIB DOWNS THE MONKEY
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GHALIB DOWNS THE MONKEY

Up-and-coming 4YO rolls hot favourite after ace rider Nunes stacks up the speed in front

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June 17, 2024
Less meat on menus and fewer new venues: How the Olympics are trying to go green
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Less meat on menus and fewer new venues: How the Olympics are trying to go green

Paris event organisers pledge to halve greenhouse gas emissions from London and Rio levels.

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June 17, 2024
Investing in sustainability offers long-term opportunities: GIC
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Investing in sustainability offers long-term opportunities: GIC

It sees prospects for market growth, better returns even as climate change risks rise

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June 17, 2024
Bitcoin miners pivot to South-east Asia after China crackdown
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Bitcoin miners pivot to South-east Asia after China crackdown

The 6.9ha cement slab in the middle of a Borneo industrial area once belonged to a logging company. Long ago, that business abandoned the site to the elements, leaving just rudimentary structures and a four-storey concrete birdhouse made to lure swiftlets whose nests, built with saliva, fetch high prices in China.

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June 17, 2024
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GameStop fever stirs questions of market manipulation

Trading firms, former fans of influencer Keith Gill are eyeing him with suspicion

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June 17, 2024
Israel announces daily 'pause' in south Gaza for aid deliveries
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Israel announces daily 'pause' in south Gaza for aid deliveries

Move to halt fighting comes as it suffers one of the deadliest days in war against Hamas

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June 17, 2024
Pentagon ran secret anti-vax drive to undermine China during pandemic
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Pentagon ran secret anti-vax drive to undermine China during pandemic

It aimed to sow doubt about safety and efficacy of Chinese Covid-l9 vaccines, says report

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June 17, 2024
Panda diplomacy on display as Premier Li visits Adelaide zoo
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Panda diplomacy on display as Premier Li visits Adelaide zoo

China’s second-highest ranked official says relations with Australia back on track’

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June 17, 2024
Ex-presidential candidate Anies gets PDI-P boost for Jakarta polls
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Ex-presidential candidate Anies gets PDI-P boost for Jakarta polls

This could again bring Indonesia’s largest party head-to-head with Gerindra, Jokowi

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June 17, 2024
Ukraine peace summit: Low turnout by Asia signals its other concerns, say analysts
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Ukraine peace summit: Low turnout by Asia signals its other concerns, say analysts

Many in region don't view conflict as key priority amid crises in Gaza, Myanmar

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June 17, 2024
No significant wildlife casualties on St John's and Lazarus islands
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No significant wildlife casualties on St John's and Lazarus islands

No significant wildlife casualties were observed in the oil-slicked areas of St John’s and Lazarus islands on June 16, but conservationists say they are on alert for longer-term ramifications for nature as it could take time for the impacts of oil spills to manifest.

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June 17, 2024