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Top FIX executive sentenced to 7! years in prison
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Top FIX executive sentenced to 7! years in prison

Ryan Salame, a top executive at collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, was sentenced to 71/2 years in prison on May 28, making him the first of Sam BankmanFried's circle of advisers at FTX to receive prison time.

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May 30, 2024
Hello Kitty, S’pore Cable Car jointly marking 50th birthdays
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Hello Kitty, S’pore Cable Car jointly marking 50th birthdays

Partnership features cabins with designs of Japanese icon to woo local and regional fans

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May 30, 2024
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Kenneth Jeyaretnam issued seventh Pofma correction order

He claimed PM, law minister can influence High Court judges’ performance bonuses

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May 30, 2024
Trivia nights at museums, brand tie-ups to draw youth?
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Trivia nights at museums, brand tie-ups to draw youth?

These are some ideas captured in NHB’s first youth heritage blueprint

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May 30, 2024
New study on adolescent development aims to help teens
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New study on adolescent development aims to help teens

Researchers hope to learn how school, social and family factors impact them

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May 30, 2024
Zelensky presses Biden to attend peace summit
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Zelensky presses Biden to attend peace summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on May 28 urged US leader Joe Biden to attend a June peace summit in Switzerland, as he accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of trying to derail the gathering.

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May 30, 2024
France and Germany agree on Ukraine but not much else
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France and Germany agree on Ukraine but not much else

Their leaders don’t seem to have dealt with EU’s industrial policies and China relations

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May 30, 2024
S'pore contributes $24 million to WHO's inaugural Investment Round
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S'pore contributes $24 million to WHO's inaugural Investment Round

It is the first country in Asia and one of the first WHO member states to announce its pledge

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May 30, 2024
3 soldiers killed as Israeli tanks continue Rafah raids
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3 soldiers killed as Israeli tanks continue Rafah raids

Israel’s national security adviser expects fighting to last till end of year at least

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May 30, 2024
Ex-PM Thaksin to be charged with insulting royalty in 2015
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Ex-PM Thaksin to be charged with insulting royalty in 2015

Thailand's AttorneyGeneral will indict former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra for allegedly insulting the monarchy, said an official on May 29, in a setback to a political heavyweight whose loyalists are currently in government.

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May 30, 2024
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US unveils carbon market guardrails’ to increase trust

Move to ensure these markets effectively reduce CO2 emissions is boost to sector

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May 30, 2024
Twin blazes that killed 34 in India expose lax safety attitudes
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Twin blazes that killed 34 in India expose lax safety attitudes

Findings reveal breach of fire safety regulations in both cases

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May 30, 2024
India's exit poll sector faces credibility test after record election
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India's exit poll sector faces credibility test after record election

As the last phase of India's marathon election cludes on June 1, think-tanks and polling agencies are preparing to release a flurry of exit poll results to try to project the winner and the extent of the victory.

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May 30, 2024
Perfect AI not realistic, so pursue 'next best option', says President
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Perfect AI not realistic, so pursue 'next best option', says President

He says avoiding all risks would put a stop to innovation, which holds potential to improve lives

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May 30, 2024
I2 self-radicalised young S’poreans dealt with under ISA since 2015
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I2 self-radicalised young S’poreans dealt with under ISA since 2015

All radicalised online, says SM Teo, stressing that it is a trend of particular concern

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May 30, 2024
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SQ32I injuries likely caused by 54m drop in 4.6sec: Investigators

Preliminary analysis points to rapid changes in gravitational forces in those few seconds

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May 30, 2024
Some fliers say SIA’s new Safety measures affecting service
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Some fliers say SIA’s new Safety measures affecting service

They say decision to halt meal service when seat-belt sign is on is a hasty move

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May 30, 2024
RED DOT LOOKS FRESH TO RAKE IN THE CASH
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RED DOT LOOKS FRESH TO RAKE IN THE CASH

In All His Glory and Bransom also signal their intentions with eye-catching hit-outs

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May 29, 2024
KOSI IS VOTED CHAMPION YET AGAIN
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KOSI IS VOTED CHAMPION YET AGAIN

Four gongs for Lim’s Kosciuszko, big night for Ong, Seow, Nunes and Lim’s Stable

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May 29, 2024
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Post-layofis, Citi Private Ban optimistic about S'pore, region

It is laying groundwork to add new clients, deepen investments, deliver better returns

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May 29, 2024
Wee Hur in sweet spot’ to capitalise on student housing boom
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Wee Hur in sweet spot’ to capitalise on student housing boom

Its purpose-built student accommodation in Australia set to be its biggest cash cow

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May 29, 2024
Unfilled premium office towers reflect HK market’s woes
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Unfilled premium office towers reflect HK market’s woes

Cost cutting by international banks, slow return of mainland firms among factors

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May 29, 2024
Perth joins financial hubs in rarefied world of family offices
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Perth joins financial hubs in rarefied world of family offices

Number of family offices worldwide tripled between 2019 and 2023 to almost 4,600

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May 29, 2024
IN GOOD LIGHT
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IN GOOD LIGHT

The Straits Times follows artists who are busy setting up their installations for the i Light Singapore festival.

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May 29, 2024
Pioneer planner and URA founder Alan Choe dies at 93
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Pioneer planner and URA founder Alan Choe dies at 93

He played key role in laying foundation for urban development, heritage conservation

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May 29, 2024
PM Wong to make early introductory visit to Kuala Lumpur
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PM Wong to make early introductory visit to Kuala Lumpur

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is planning an early visit to Kuala Lumpur as part of a series of introductory visits to Asean capitals.

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May 29, 2024
Unlimited sea access, affordable housing among ideas for Long Island
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Unlimited sea access, affordable housing among ideas for Long Island

Public feedback given at engagement sessions on plans for reclamation project

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May 29, 2024
Biden marks Memorial Day with message about freedom
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Biden marks Memorial Day with message about freedom

US leader pays tribute to veterans while Trump posts incendiary message

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May 29, 2024
Force Russia to enter peace talks, Zelensky urges allies
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Force Russia to enter peace talks, Zelensky urges allies

Ukraine’s leader calls for more pressure on Moscow as its offensive gains new ground

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May 29, 2024
Driverless cars are San Francisco’s new tourist attraction
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Driverless cars are San Francisco’s new tourist attraction

When Mr David De Clercq travelled to San Francisco last year, he had a few musts on his itinerary: Go to Alcatraz. Try new restaurants. And ride in a selfdriving car.

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May 29, 2024