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Scrapping of 2018 inter-Korean military peace deal doesn't mean war
The Straits Times

Scrapping of 2018 inter-Korean military peace deal doesn't mean war

Experts say armed conflict unlikely as both sides know it is unnecessary and damaging

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November 24, 2023
Guidebook for S'pore Muslims on Mid-East conflict
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Guidebook for S'pore Muslims on Mid-East conflict

Developed by Muis and partner groups, it contains religious advice for processing crisis

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2 mins  |
November 24, 2023
Raffles Town Club crew, members lament site's future redevelopment
The Straits Times

Raffles Town Club crew, members lament site's future redevelopment

Some have formed bonds with clients; users worry about membership value

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November 24, 2023
Giving low-income families a fighting chance to escape poverty trap
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Giving low-income families a fighting chance to escape poverty trap

New ComLink+ scheme a key plank of national push to boost social mobility

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November 24, 2023
Veteran healthcare unionist elected NTUC president
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Veteran healthcare unionist elected NTUC president

She says training will be key focus area as it ensures workers’ employment, employability

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November 24, 2023
Singapore core inflation rises to 3.3% in October
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Singapore core inflation rises to 3.3% in October

Increase ends five-month streak of core consumer prices increasing at slower pace

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November 24, 2023
The Straits Times

MAS tightens crypto rules to protect retail customers

Retail customers dealing with Singapore-regulated providers of digital payment token (DPT) services will not be allowed to buy cryptocurrencies with local credit cards.

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November 24, 2023
Blackpink commended by King Charles at state banquet
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Blackpink commended by King Charles at state banquet

It was a state event, but K-pop girl group Blackpink stole the limelight.

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November 23, 2023
CROATIA 'DESERVE' TO BE AT EURO 2024
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CROATIA 'DESERVE' TO BE AT EURO 2024

Skipper Modric happy to qualify at Wales’ expense, France miss out on perfect record

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November 23, 2023
Towering Souttar a heady 'cheat code' for Australia
The Straits Times

Towering Souttar a heady 'cheat code' for Australia

Harry Souttar has been hailed as a \"cheat code\" after the towering 1.98m defender scored his 10th goal for Australia in the 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Palestine on Nov 21.

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November 23, 2023
ARGENTINA HOPE SCALONI STAYS
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ARGENTINA HOPE SCALONI STAYS

World Cup-winning coach thinking about walking away after O victory over Brazil

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November 23, 2023
Davis Cup run good for tennis' growth in Finland
The Straits Times

Davis Cup run good for tennis' growth in Finland

Finland became the first Nordic nation to make the Davis Cup semi-finals since Sweden in 2007 following a gutsy win over champions Canada on Nov 21, and captain Jarkko Nieminen said their success can help grow the sport in the region.

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November 23, 2023
Australia 'still buzzing' after creating legacy
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Australia 'still buzzing' after creating legacy

Australia captain Pat Cummins said that his team had created their own legacy by winning a record-extending sixth one-day Cricket World Cup as some players returned home from India on Nov 22.

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November 23, 2023
'WILD MOMENT' FOR JAMES WHO MAKES HISTORY
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'WILD MOMENT' FOR JAMES WHO MAKES HISTORY

Lakers star becomes first NBA player to reach 39,000 points in 131-99 win over Utah

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November 23, 2023
BURRIDGE'S CLASS 3 TRIO SHINE
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BURRIDGE'S CLASS 3 TRIO SHINE

Veteran trainer holds whip hand with Ghalib, Asif and Lim’s Craft

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November 23, 2023
Should MediShield Life premiums be based on lifestyle?
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Should MediShield Life premiums be based on lifestyle?

The answer is not straightforward for a number of reasons.

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November 23, 2023
Binance chief pleads guilty to breaking US laws, steps down
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Binance chief pleads guilty to breaking US laws, steps down

He does so as part of 5.8b deal resolving years-long probe into the crypto exchange

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November 23, 2023
Global smartphone market sees growth after slump of over 2 years
The Straits Times

Global smartphone market sees growth after slump of over 2 years

BENGALURU - The global smartphone market returned to growth in October after a slump of more than two years, helped by a recovery in emerging markets, according to data from Counterpoint Research.

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November 23, 2023
O.K. Lim's Third Avenue GCB sold at just below $26.5m
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O.K. Lim's Third Avenue GCB sold at just below $26.5m

A two-storey good class bungalow (GCB) in Bukit Timah that belonged to beleaguered Hin Leong Trading founder Lim Oon Kuin, better known as O.K. Lim, has been sold for just under $26.5 million to a Singapore family.

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November 23, 2023
Leading the pack in giving back
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Leading the pack in giving back

Five practices with established tradition in charitable work recognised for efforts

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November 23, 2023
Rajah & Tann, Dentons Rodyk top annual list of best law firms
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Rajah & Tann, Dentons Rodyk top annual list of best law firms

But smaller player Regent Law leads categories of family law and criminal law

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November 23, 2023
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Jail for former secret society headman on the run for over 30 years

He fled Singapore after fatal brawl in 1988 and returned in March for medical reasons

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November 23, 2023
Spotlight t on Lee Kuan Yew's life and work at cottage
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Spotlight t on Lee Kuan Yew's life and work at cottage

Holidaymakers can access curated resources at Changi Cottage, where he used to stay

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November 23, 2023
180 million suspected scam calls blocked in the first six months of 2023
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180 million suspected scam calls blocked in the first six months of 2023

Since March 2022, ScamShield has blacklisted and blocked 80,000 scam-tainted numbers

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November 23, 2023
Boy born with hand deformities undeterred by PSLE challenge
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Boy born with hand deformities undeterred by PSLE challenge

A love for learning and problem-solving spurs 12-year-old to excel in life and studies

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November 23, 2023
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Widespread panic among Afghan refugees in Pakistan: UNHCR

Islamabad’s move to deport undocumented foreigners drives thousands underground

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November 23, 2023
Sand mining in Mekong Delta sinks homes, livelihoods, hopes
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Sand mining in Mekong Delta sinks homes, livelihoods, hopes

Vietnam’s rice bowl’ region predicted to run out of sand in just over a decade

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November 23, 2023
Plastic reuse could help cut emissions by up to 69%: Study
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Plastic reuse could help cut emissions by up to 69%: Study

Deposit schemes likely key to hitting such a target by driving return of packaging, it says

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November 23, 2023
Bilateral ties will be reborn, President Yoon tells UK lawmakers
The Straits Times

Bilateral ties will be reborn, President Yoon tells UK lawmakers

LONDON - South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol told lawmakers in Britain's Parliament on Nov 21 that relations between the two nations \"will be reborn\" as he began a pomp-filled three-day state visit.

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November 23, 2023
South Korea suspends part of military deal with North after satellite launch
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South Korea suspends part of military deal with North after satellite launch

Agreement aimed at de-escalating tensions in the peninsula was signed in 2018

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November 23, 2023