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TCM practitioners can step up their game and contribute more to society
The Straits Times

TCM practitioners can step up their game and contribute more to society

As a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner who has been practicing in Singapore for almost a decade, I am heartened by what Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said at the Public Free Clinic Society's 50th anniversary dinner (Traditional Chinese medicine could play a role in Healthier SG: Ong Ye Kung, Oct 27).

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November 21, 2024
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Nutrition Lessen salt in cooked food, for children's sake

Parents do strive to provide the best possible environment for their children to grow up healthy.

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November 21, 2024
Hello Kitiys looking pretty at 50 cmd worth more than ever
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Hello Kitiys looking pretty at 50 cmd worth more than ever

Sanriois most famous character has helped boost the firms shares tenfold, and with Kitty's eyes set next on conquering Hollywood, don,t bet against her.

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November 21, 2024
How Chinese is Shein?
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How Chinese is Shein?

For the fast-fashion giant, nationality has become a vexed question.

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November 21, 2024
The world is Watching the US deal With bird flu, and itis scary
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The world is Watching the US deal With bird flu, and itis scary

The US needs to reassure the world it has the outbreak under control.

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November 21, 2024
When you can't see, and your banking app OTP is expiring
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When you can't see, and your banking app OTP is expiring

The visually impaired are getting left behind in the Smart Nation journey. It's important to include their needs in the digital drive.

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November 21, 2024
Only Singapore passes the 30% canopy test in urban forest study
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Only Singapore passes the 30% canopy test in urban forest study

Better canopy cover is urgently needed to cool our cities in the face of climate change.

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November 21, 2024
Platform lets S'pore users invest in fractions of Malaysian stocks
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Platform lets S'pore users invest in fractions of Malaysian stocks

It will offer a group of large-cap stocks on the KLCI, including YTL and Public Bank

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November 21, 2024
Germany struggling to break th e grip of twin crises
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Germany struggling to break th e grip of twin crises

A political system and economic model that served Germans well in the past are now paralysing efforts to find solutions. That is bad news for Europe.

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November 21, 2024
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OCBC eyes Chinese firms expanding outside home market

Companies are rethinking supply chains as the global economy becomes less connected – a process that will carry on despite the upcoming change of government in the US, said a senior banker.

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November 21, 2024
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Keppel DC Reit eyes purchase of 2 hyperscale data centres in S,p0re

Units of Singapore-listed Keppel DC Reit rose on Nov 20 after announcing that it aims to buy two hyperscale data centres here.

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November 21, 2024
Crypto hot spots in Asia reap gains amid US-led rally
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Crypto hot spots in Asia reap gains amid US-led rally

Value of Bitcoin held by Bhutan tops $1.3b; Seoul sees surge in digital asset trading

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November 21, 2024
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Equinix to build 6th data centre in Singapore with $348m investment

US-based data centre operator Equinix is building a sixth data centre in Singapore with an initial investment of US$260 million (S$348 million), the Nasdaq-listed firm said on Nov 19.

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November 21, 2024
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Airline exodus in Israel hits business travel, transport of cargo

Israel's war against Hamas has sparked boycotts against its authors, cut cooperation with its scientists and raised possible arrest warrants against its officials.

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November 21, 2024
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Change in claims process for dead persons CDP assets

Relatives of those who die without having made a will now do not need to obtain legal documentation to claim a dead person's assets held with the Central Depository (CDP) if the assets are valued at not more than $5,000.

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November 21, 2024
Robot dog, intelligent platform on display at security meet
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Robot dog, intelligent platform on display at security meet

Tech helps organisations stay ahead as threats become more complex: SBST CEO

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November 21, 2024
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WeWork gives up two prime Singapore locations

WeWork is giving up space in two prime locations in Singapore, underscoring the company's challenges in one of its most promising markets.

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November 21, 2024
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CLI to take initial 40% stake in SC Capital Partners for $280m

CapitaLand Investment (CLI) announced on Nov 20 that it would acquire a 40 per cent interest in SC Capital Partners Group (SCCP) for $280 million, while also investing a minimum of $524 million in the company.

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November 21, 2024
japan exports rebound in October on demand from Asia
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japan exports rebound in October on demand from Asia

Surge in sales of chipmaking gear to China, medical goods to US reverses Sept decline

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November 21, 2024
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Singapore stocks down amid concerns over war in Ukraine

• STI closes 0.4% lower, dragged down by Singtel • DFI Retail Group leads index, local banks end mixed • In broader market, gainers beat losers 269 to 235

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November 21, 2024
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CapitaLand Development subsidiary wins bid to repurpose Kallang Way terraced factory

The tender for a 4.41ha industrial site in Kallang Way has been awarded to a subsidiary of CapitaLand Development for $369 million, JTC Corporation said on Nov 20.

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November 21, 2024
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HDB rents up 0.5% in Oct amid supply crunch; fewer condo units leased

Housing Board rents were slightly higher in October, up 0.5 per cent from the previous month.

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November 21, 2024
PUB launches campaign to get S'pore flood-ready
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PUB launches campaign to get S'pore flood-ready

This rainy season, remember the mnemonic Flash to avoid getting caught in a flood.

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November 21, 2024
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Cat A COE premium falls l O% in biggest drop since january

Prices down across all categories except for commercial vehicles with l% rise

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November 21, 2024
Pupil overcomes heart attack and stroke to pass PSLE
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Pupil overcomes heart attack and stroke to pass PSLE

He never gave up despite medical setbacks, will head to secondary school of his choice

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November 21, 2024
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Foodpanda warned for *misleading' ads touting free restaurant delivery

Popular food delivery app food-panda will fully refund users who subscribed to its Pandapro service between July 1 and Sept 30, after the competition watchdog deemed its advertisements during this period misleading.

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November 21, 2024
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Manhattan prosecutors suggest delaying Trump's sentencing

But they reject President-elect's request to dismiss conviction in sex scandal case

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November 21, 2024
Celeb doc tapped as Medicare, Medicaid chief
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Celeb doc tapped as Medicare, Medicaid chief

President-elect Donald Trump nominated celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency that manages US$1.7 trillion (S$2.3 trillion) in annual spending for federal programmes insuring more than one-third of Americans.

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November 21, 2024
China hawk named as commerce secretary
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China hawk named as commerce secretary

US President-elect Donald Trump nominated Mr. Howard Lutnick, the co-chair of his transition team, as his commerce secretary on Nov. 19—a choice set to bring a tougher stance on China from the incoming administration.

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November 21, 2024
Ex-WWE CEO to run education agency
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Ex-WWE CEO to run education agency

US President-elect Donald Trump on Nov 19 tapped Ms Linda Mc Mahon, a former professional-wrestling executive who ran the Small Business Administration for much of his first term, to lead the Education Department, an agency he has routinely singled out for elimination.

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November 21, 2024