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Born in the USA: 'Stolen election' and other wild lies roiling American politics
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Born in the USA: 'Stolen election' and other wild lies roiling American politics

Conspiracy theories more mainstream in US now thanks to Trump's rhetoric, social media

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March 24, 2024
Taiwan boatmen wary of China's wrath after fatal Kinmen incidents
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Taiwan boatmen wary of China's wrath after fatal Kinmen incidents

Chinese coast guard steps up activities in surrounding waters after fishermen’s deaths

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March 24, 2024
Need for India, China to find ways to return stability to disputed border
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Need for India, China to find ways to return stability to disputed border

India minister says challenge for the two rising powers is finding sustainable equilibrium

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March 24, 2024
Moscow concert hall attack 'Everyone was running': Concertgoers recount their frantic escape
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Moscow concert hall attack 'Everyone was running': Concertgoers recount their frantic escape

Some smashed through reinforced windows and locked exits with their bare hands

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March 24, 2024
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Singapore may be even hotter in 2024 than 2023: Report

Effects of El Nino in 2023 the fourth hottest year here will linger in 2024

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March 24, 2024
Putin vows retribution for Moscow attack that killed more than 143
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Putin vows retribution for Moscow attack that killed more than 143

Russia suggests Ukraine link even as ISIS claims responsibility

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March 24, 2024
A vital need for some, but flagging a cab is getting harder
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A vital need for some, but flagging a cab is getting harder

Seniors, tourists among those who rely on street-hails amid dwindling fleet

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March 24, 2024
South Korea's Emart24 hopes to resume operations here soon
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South Korea's Emart24 hopes to resume operations here soon

South Korean convenience store chain Emart24 on March 21 said it hopes to resume operations in Singapore soon, after all its three outlets here were seen shuttered earlier this week.

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March 23, 2024
GOLF CAN BE THE LONELIEST SPORT
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GOLF CAN BE THE LONELIEST SPORT

It is mentally draining, forcing players to be self-critical as many fight inner demons

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March 23, 2024
ISRAEL FROZEN OUT OF EURO BY ICELAND
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ISRAEL FROZEN OUT OF EURO BY ICELAND

Ukraine stay alive with late fightback; Wales and Greece also progress to play-off finals

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March 23, 2024
NISHIKORI DRIVEN DESPITE DEFEAT
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NISHIKORI DRIVEN DESPITE DEFEAT

Former world No. 4 aims to play as much as he can; Wozniacki lets victory slip away

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March 23, 2024
Lillard's late show sparks Bucks' win
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Lillard's late show sparks Bucks' win

Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers hailed Damian Lillard as \"phenomenal\" as the Bucks bounced back from a loss to National Basketball Association (NBA) leaders Boston with a 115108 home win over the Brooklyn Nets.

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March 23, 2024
GRAY DUO ARE NOT IN FOR A COSY RIDE
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GRAY DUO ARE NOT IN FOR A COSY RIDE

Silent Is Gold, Kharisma to beat many odds: Weights, barriers and Lim’s Kosciuszko

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March 23, 2024
Maritime risks rise as Houthis vow to strike beyond Red Sea
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Maritime risks rise as Houthis vow to strike beyond Red Sea

Pirate hijackings along Somali coast add to concerns over safety and costs

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March 23, 2024
Japanese insurer Sompo forging ahead with plans to expand in Asia
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Japanese insurer Sompo forging ahead with plans to expand in Asia

Singapore to become regional HQ for its 12 Asian markets

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March 23, 2024
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Who will follow the Swiss lead and cut interest rates?

With tightening cycle close to an end, analysts expect wave of rate cuts in June

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March 23, 2024
More costly flights inevitable amid green transition
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More costly flights inevitable amid green transition

Switch to expensive sustainable aviation fuel will see carriers charging higher fares

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March 23, 2024
Rich Indians own 40% of wealth in extreme inequality under PM Modi
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Rich Indians own 40% of wealth in extreme inequality under PM Modi

India's inequality gap has widened sharply during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decade in power, with the richest 1 per cent of the population now owning 40 per cent of the country's wealth, a new study has found.

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March 23, 2024
S'pore submits statement to ICJ on protecting people from climate change
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S'pore submits statement to ICJ on protecting people from climate change

World’s top court is set to give first-ever opinion on states’ legal obligations on issue

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March 23, 2024
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52 victims lose $2.3m to scammers impersonating Iras officials

At least 52 people fell prey to scammers impersonating officials from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) in 2023, with losses amounting to about $2.3 million.

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March 23, 2024
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Admission to Bar denied to man who plagiarised twice at SMU

The 47-year-old’s character flaws warrant a dismissal of his application: Chief Justice

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March 23, 2024
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Republic remains attractive to tourists from China: STB

City a trusted, vibrant hot spot, it says, noting gambling advisory

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March 23, 2024
France's President Macron straps on gloves for boxing photoshoot
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France's President Macron straps on gloves for boxing photoshoot

Where politicians once looked to project health and fitness with jogs in the park, martial sports like boxing have now gained the upper hand, with France's President Emmanuel Macron the latest to strap on gloves.

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March 23, 2024
Keen to view 'sakura"? Go to spots such as Kembangan, S'pore River
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Keen to view 'sakura"? Go to spots such as Kembangan, S'pore River

15,000 trumpet trees across the island starting to flower amid a dry spell

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March 23, 2024
Man doing well after getting genetically modified pig's kidney
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Man doing well after getting genetically modified pig's kidney

Signs are promising so far for patient who underwent breakthrough transplant in US

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March 23, 2024
Europe still dithering over how to fund military aid for Ukraine
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Europe still dithering over how to fund military aid for Ukraine

EU leaders fail to agree on plans to issue joint bonds even as Russia continues to boost its occupying forces

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March 23, 2024
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36 Chinese military aircraft detected around Taiwan

Uptick in activity seen as Beijing’s response to Taipei’s political outreach to Europe

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March 23, 2024
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Johor local councils raid KK Mart outlets following socks uproar

At least 12 local councils in Johor have conducted inspections on KK Mart outlets under their respective jurisdictions.

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March 23, 2024
Malaysia drops controversial changes to citizenship rules
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Malaysia drops controversial changes to citizenship rules

Move follows backlash over proposals that would make vulnerable children stateless

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March 23, 2024
Foreign firms in HK seek legal advice in wake of security law
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Foreign firms in HK seek legal advice in wake of security law

Many update contingency plans to counter any risks linked to state secrets provisions

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March 23, 2024