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Focus on Al's potential to help in workplace: Experts
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Focus on Al's potential to help in workplace: Experts

Workers should not fear job displacement but embrace how AI will change jobs

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March 09, 2024
Sprint queen, humour writer and educator among 10 lauded
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Sprint queen, humour writer and educator among 10 lauded

They are now part of the 192 inductees of the S'pore Women's Hall of Fame

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March 09, 2024
Britain to supply over 10,000 'cutting-edge' drones to Ukraine
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Britain to supply over 10,000 'cutting-edge' drones to Ukraine

Britain will supply Ukraine with more than 10,000 drones to aid its fight against Russia's invasion, the government said on March 7 as Defence Secretary Grant Shapps visited Kyiv.

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March 09, 2024
Ban ‘gagging orders' in sexual harassment cases: UK lawmakers
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Ban ‘gagging orders' in sexual harassment cases: UK lawmakers

Call follows inquiry into sexual misconduct allegations by women in finance in 2023

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March 09, 2024
Sweden formally joins Nato military alliance after nearly 2-year wait
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Sweden formally joins Nato military alliance after nearly 2-year wait

Scandinavian nation will now benefit from alliance’s common defence guarantee

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March 09, 2024
Use of deepfake videos and images grows ahead of India's election
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Use of deepfake videos and images grows ahead of India's election

Trend of political parties using Al-generated content for campaigning stirs unease

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March 09, 2024
Fears grow for Hong Kong's finance hub status under proposed security law
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Fears grow for Hong Kong's finance hub status under proposed security law

As Hong Kong fast-tracks a new national security law, the legislation and questions about its implementation have raised fears among the business community.

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March 09, 2024
Indonesians seek cheaper food as Ramadan nears
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Indonesians seek cheaper food as Ramadan nears

Many queue at govt-subsidised bazaars to save money, amid rising prices of staples like rice

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March 09, 2024
Gazans struggle to mark Ramadan amid war and starvation
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Gazans struggle to mark Ramadan amid war and starvation

Around the Muslim world, thoughts are with victims of the ongoing conflict

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March 09, 2024
Childminding: Demand for services set to rise with more government support
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Childminding: Demand for services set to rise with more government support

Operators currently charge 1,200 to 3,500 a month for full-day baby care

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March 09, 2024
Biden shrugs off age to target Trump in combative State of the Union speech
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Biden shrugs off age to target Trump in combative State of the Union speech

Decision to trumpet job numbers as families still struggle may cost him votes

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March 09, 2024
S'porean artist captures everyday life on mural in Tamil Nadu
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S'porean artist captures everyday life on mural in Tamil Nadu

When Singaporean artist Yip Yew Chong got a call asking him to go to a city in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu and adorn its walls with his colourful murals, he jumped at the chance.

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March 09, 2024
Cuscaden Reserve gets ABSD deadline extension
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Cuscaden Reserve gets ABSD deadline extension

Relaunch prices for the District 10 luxury condo start from a reduced $2,900 per sq ft

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March 09, 2024
US military to build temporary pier off Gaza to deliver aid
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US military to build temporary pier off Gaza to deliver aid

Biden warns Israel not to use aid asa bargaining chip’ in State of Union speech

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March 09, 2024
Backup dancer Kameron Saunders charms Swifties with Singlish slang
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Backup dancer Kameron Saunders charms Swifties with Singlish slang

American superstar Taylor Swift may be the one drawing 50,000strong crowds to her six-night run of shows at the National Stadium from March 2 to 9, but her backup dancer Kameron Saunders is also winning the hearts of Swifties in Singapore.

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March 08, 2024
SHE'S BACK WITH A BANG
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SHE'S BACK WITH A BANG

Korean, who battled thyroid issues for years, sets pace with a 65 in S’pore Open

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March 08, 2024
Singapore's first Fifa female referee shows red card to sexist remarks
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Singapore's first Fifa female referee shows red card to sexist remarks

Referees have arguably one of the toughest jobs in football, and they often face remarks and even abuse from players and coaches.

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March 08, 2024
POOR REAL SUFFER IN DRAW
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POOR REAL SUFFER IN DRAW

La Liga giants below their best, saved by world-class goal from world-class players’

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March 08, 2024
Nadal pulls out, 'not ready' to play at Indian Wells
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Nadal pulls out, 'not ready' to play at Indian Wells

INDIAN WELLS - Rafael Nadal abandoned his planned ATP Tour comeback at the Indian Wells Masters on March 6, saying he was not ready for the demands of tournament tennis on the eve of his opening match in California.

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March 08, 2024
MEAGHER HOPES TIGER CAN ROAR BACK TO GLORY
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MEAGHER HOPES TIGER CAN ROAR BACK TO GLORY

Plagued by injuries, former top 3YO shapes as live chance in Group 3 Committee’s Prize

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March 08, 2024
S'pore ride-hailing firm Ryde holds steady in US trading debut
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S'pore ride-hailing firm Ryde holds steady in US trading debut

IPO proceeds to propel growth as firm ventures into new markets, invests in tech

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March 08, 2024
OCBC launches scheme to propel growth of women-owned SMES
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OCBC launches scheme to propel growth of women-owned SMES

Women Entrepreneurs Programme will help owners in financing and networking

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March 08, 2024
China's exports beat forecasts in sign of global trade rebound
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China's exports beat forecasts in sign of global trade rebound

BEIJING - China's export and import growth in the January to February period beat forecasts, suggesting global trade is turning a corner in an encouraging signal for policymakers as they try to shore up a stuttering economic recovery.

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March 08, 2024
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S'pore, regional markets remain cautious ahead of US jobs data

STI dips 0.1%; losers outpace gainers 280 to 242

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March 08, 2024
Moves to make taxis more viable fall short, say some operators
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Moves to make taxis more viable fall short, say some operators

Proposed changes welcome, but they may not go far enough to halt sector’s decline

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March 08, 2024
How Trump muscled his way to the Republican nomination
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How Trump muscled his way to the Republican nomination

It represents one of the greatest political comebacks in American history

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March 08, 2024
UN to assess Israeli military road to get aid to Gaza's north
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UN to assess Israeli military road to get aid to Gaza's north

UN official says Israel cooperating much more in the past week

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March 08, 2024
Battle for Islamic leadership hots up between PAS and Malaysia's royals
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Battle for Islamic leadership hots up between PAS and Malaysia's royals

Nine Malay rulers’ influence in public affairs has come under increasing scrutiny

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March 08, 2024
Tougher laws proposed to curb criminal misuse of SIM cards
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Tougher laws proposed to curb criminal misuse of SIM cards

Those targeted include errant retailers and those who give away SIM cards, particulars

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March 08, 2024
First of 10 accused set to plead guilty on April 2, says his lawyer
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First of 10 accused set to plead guilty on April 2, says his lawyer

Su Wengqiang, who is a Cambodian national, faces a total of Il charges in 3 billion case

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March 08, 2024