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DPM Heng on six-day official visit to China

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat will visit Beijing, Shenzhen and Hong Kong from April 7 to 12.

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April 08, 2024
DPM Wong to meet senior leaders in Germany and France
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DPM Wong to meet senior leaders in Germany and France

renewable energy and cyber security. Both sides inked the GermanySingapore Framework for Sustainability and Innovation in November 2022 to deepen bilateral economic collaboration and promote

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April 08, 2024
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Gaza war enters 7th month as truce negotiators set to meet in Cairo

GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories The war between Israel and Hamas entered its seventh month on April 7 as the US and other negotiators were expected to join the protagonists in Cairo in a renewed push for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.

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April 08, 2024
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Construction of S'pore's 4th egg farm facing cost, biosecurity challenges

Slated to open in 2024, modifications to facility's design could delay completion

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April 08, 2024
GETTING MORE THAN GOLD
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GETTING MORE THAN GOLD

While rivals focus on training, Maximilian races in Spain to gain experience, and wins

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April 07, 2024
CENTURION DE BRUYNE REIGNS AT PALACE
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CENTURION DE BRUYNE REIGNS AT PALACE

He reaches 100 City goals with brace, gets assist to lead side to 4-2 comeback victory

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April 07, 2024
'HELL OF THE NORTH' RACE LOOMS
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'HELL OF THE NORTH' RACE LOOMS

Cyclists wary of more broken bones and mangled wheels despite precautions

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April 07, 2024
RED BULL 'IN A DIFFERENT LEAGUE'
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RED BULL 'IN A DIFFERENT LEAGUE'

Sainz says champs have edge on rougher tracks as Max leads 1-2 in Suzuka qualifying

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April 07, 2024
ACE OF DIAMONDS COMES UP TRUMPS
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ACE OF DIAMONDS COMES UP TRUMPS

Favourite is too good in Group 3 S'pore 3YO Sprint, hands Queiroz first Kranji feature win

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April 07, 2024
When high-earning women take on ex-husbands in court
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When high-earning women take on ex-husbands in court

Both women made about $30k a month, paid bulk of expenses and were their kids' caregivers

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April 07, 2024
Low-income families receive goodies ahead of Hari Raya
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Low-income families receive goodies ahead of Hari Raya

Volunteers across Singapore at the weekend distributed cookies and grocery packs and refurbished homes ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, which falls on April 10.

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April 07, 2024
Rigorous process of standardisation key in PSLE marking
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Rigorous process of standardisation key in PSLE marking

Parents get queries on exam addressed by MOE official and maths expert at ST forum

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April 07, 2024
Boosting inclusivity in arts and sports
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Boosting inclusivity in arts and sports

Shows, facilities that cater to those with special needs seeing higher take-up rates

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April 07, 2024
Seniors urged to tap subsidies for handrails and other safety fittings
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Seniors urged to tap subsidies for handrails and other safety fittings

List of accessibility equipment eligible for subsidies expanded under refreshed scheme

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April 07, 2024
TikTok turns to nuns, military veterans in marketing blitz
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TikTok turns to nuns, military veterans in marketing blitz

Ads part of campaign to reshape perception of company amid intense scrutiny in Washington

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April 07, 2024
Two teens in France attacked outside their schools amid threats of violence
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Two teens in France attacked outside their schools amid threats of violence

A 15-year-old teenager suffered a cardiac arrest after being attacked in a town outside Paris in the second such incident in nearly a week amid threats of violence sent to schools around the country.

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April 07, 2024
Region poised for stronger growth in 2024: Asean finance chiefs
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Region poised for stronger growth in 2024: Asean finance chiefs

Rebound in exports, tourism seen as factors, but spillovers from global volatility pose risks

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April 07, 2024
Singapore investors have a yen for Japan real estate amid tourism boom
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Singapore investors have a yen for Japan real estate amid tourism boom

Country's excellent value for money and low barriers to entry cited as key factors

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April 07, 2024
Israel, US on alert for possible retaliatory strike by Iran
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Israel, US on alert for possible retaliatory strike by Iran

Teheran vows to avenge Israel's killing of senior officers in Syria

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April 07, 2024
US, China to start new talks on balanced growth, says Yellen
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US, China to start new talks on balanced growth, says Yellen

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on April 6 that she and Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng have agreed to launch exchanges on balanced economic growth, an effort partly aimed at addressing US concerns about China's excess manufacturing capacity.

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April 07, 2024
Biden pledges support in visit to bridge collapse site
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Biden pledges support in visit to bridge collapse site

He vows federal funding to rebuild bridge in Baltimore but faces Republican pushback

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April 07, 2024
Singaporeans fleeing earthquake grateful for help from Taiwanese
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Singaporeans fleeing earthquake grateful for help from Taiwanese

Engineer and his girlfriend got van ride to Kaohsiung, where they flew home

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April 07, 2024
S'pore firm behind vape maker's use of influencers to target products at youth
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S'pore firm behind vape maker's use of influencers to target products at youth

It uses third-party hirers, offers tips on how to circumvent rules, say whistle-blowers

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April 07, 2024
Taiwan races to rescue missing and stranded quake victims
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Taiwan races to rescue missing and stranded quake victims

Rescuers 'not giving up' despite constant aftershocks and poor weather conditions

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April 07, 2024
Vingegaard's Tour hat-trick in doubt after bad injuries
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Vingegaard's Tour hat-trick in doubt after bad injuries

Two-time Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard suffered lung damage during a horrific mass crash in the Tour of the Basque Country race, his team said on April 5.

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April 06, 2024
'FRANCE TO WIN EURO 2024'
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'FRANCE TO WIN EURO 2024'

Ex-Liverpool star Berger says Les Bleus have quality and hunger for glory

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April 06, 2024
BOOST TO BLUES' BID TO WIN BACK THE FANS
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BOOST TO BLUES' BID TO WIN BACK THE FANS

Pochettino hopes Palmer-inspired late rally against United marks fresh start in his stint

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April 06, 2024
HAMILTON IN EARLY ENGINE TROUBLE
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HAMILTON IN EARLY ENGINE TROUBLE

Mercedes ace could face grid penalties after scraping of power unit due to failure

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April 06, 2024
Mistake-free Ciganda bolts to a share of Las Vegas lead
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Mistake-free Ciganda bolts to a share of Las Vegas lead

South Korea's Kim Sei-young, Spain's Carlota Ciganda and Americans Angel Yin and Rose Zhang shared the lead after the second day of stroke play at the LPGA Matchplay tournament on April 4.

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April 06, 2024
Don't downplay your accomplishments at the workplace
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Don't downplay your accomplishments at the workplace

If you value humility, self-promotion can seem awkward. But keeping quiet could cause you to be overlooked for career advancement.

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April 06, 2024