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The demons of childhood sexual abuse are stubborn, but can be banished
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The demons of childhood sexual abuse are stubborn, but can be banished

Even as I have grown older, I can still recall from my distant childhood some disconnected images of my father sitting by my bedside when I was sick; our walks along the seafront promenade that was then called Queen Elizabeth Walk; of my mother teaching me to write by tracing the strokes of the Chinese characters on my palm; and of the chicken noodles redolent of sesame oil she cooked on my birthdays.

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September 22, 2024
I come from 'rock bottom,' says McLaren's Bianca Bustamante
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I come from 'rock bottom,' says McLaren's Bianca Bustamante

Having risen out of her darkest hours during the pandemic, the Filipino race car driver is aiming to reach Formula One - her Everest.

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September 22, 2024
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How to seek compensation after being misled into a bad deal

Being duped into putting huge sums into dubious investments is an all-too-common risk faced by the elderly and less savvy investors.

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September 22, 2024
Why promoters of dubious schemes are liable for investors' losses
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Why promoters of dubious schemes are liable for investors' losses

Case of couple who lured victims into 'safe and profitable' scheme serves as a warning

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September 22, 2024
Statistically speaking, our drivers can catch Max Verstappen: McLaren CEO
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Statistically speaking, our drivers can catch Max Verstappen: McLaren CEO

Under Zak Brown's leadership, Fl team has emerged from its years of struggle

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September 22, 2024
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Catch that concert or theatre play, but do your sums wisely

It's on ourselves to make sure we have enough money left for lunch the next day

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September 22, 2024
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Nvidia is key to the market, but is it worth this much?

Nvidia designs most of the advanced chips that power artificial intelligence (AI), and that has made it an earnings machine, producing astonishing profits that have buoyed the entire stock market.

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September 22, 2024
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Parental stress can be a drag on the economy

It's official. Parenting is difficult. So much so that US Surgeon-General Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory about the stress and mental health issues that parenting creates. Parenting joins social media for children, healthcare worker burnout and firearm violence as issues the US Department of Health and Human Services felt it needed to formally address.

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September 22, 2024
Start-up boss driven to create positive impact after tumour scare
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Start-up boss driven to create positive impact after tumour scare

He wants his battery recycling company recognised as one that champions sustainability

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September 22, 2024
All Blacks triumph in 'hell of a Bledisloe battle'
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All Blacks triumph in 'hell of a Bledisloe battle'

New Zealand snapped a two-game losing streak with a nail-biting 31-28 win over Australia on Sept 21, holding off a second-half charge to retain the Bledisloe Cup

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September 22, 2024
MAKIN SCORES, GOLD CUP LOOMS
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MAKIN SCORES, GOLD CUP LOOMS

Gutsy win is the perfect prelude to 2,000m showpiece, but Burridge baulks at handicap

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September 22, 2024
S'PORE STRIKE GOLD WITH NEW TRIO
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S'PORE STRIKE GOLD WITH NEW TRIO

Tan gets second gold at Asian C'ships after teaming up with Lim and New for first time

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September 22, 2024
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Embiid signs till 2029, aims to be a Sixer for life

Joel Embiid has signed a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced on Sept 20, with the Cameroon-born centre saying that he wants to stay a Sixer for his entire National Basketball Association (NBA) career.

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September 22, 2024
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Gunners' defence is the strongest weapon in their Arsenal

Arsenal's current circumstances dictate that their defence needs to be the reincarnation of the fabled five, who won titles under George Graham and Arsene Wenger.

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September 22, 2024
CHANCE TO PROVE ARSENAL'S PROGRESS
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CHANCE TO PROVE ARSENAL'S PROGRESS

Arteta has urged his side to enjoy Man City showdown and show what we're capable of'

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September 22, 2024
'FRESH' JACKSON FIRES UP BLUES
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'FRESH' JACKSON FIRES UP BLUES

Senegalese bags brace in 3-0 win over West Ham to take his tally to four goals in five league games

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September 22, 2024
Resilient Young Lions claw back to draw 4-4
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Resilient Young Lions claw back to draw 4-4

Once again, the Young Lions found themselves staring down the barrel of defeat in the Singapore Premier League (SPL), when Hougang United led 4-2 at half-time on Sept 21.

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September 22, 2024
Reds pick Cherries apart in 3-0 victory
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Reds pick Cherries apart in 3-0 victory

LONDON – Arne Slot may be new to the English Premier League, but he knows that his Liverpool team should be all about winning or, at the very least, bouncing back after a setback.

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September 22, 2024
STILL RACING TO FIND A LEGACY
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STILL RACING TO FIND A LEGACY

Local motor sports fraternity hope Singapore GP will be more than a 'tourist attraction'

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September 22, 2024
NORRIS DELIVERS 1ST BLOW
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NORRIS DELIVERS 1ST BLOW

McLaren ace in pole position after beating Verstappen in Q3 as title battle heats up

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September 22, 2024
Place for women in motor sports: F1 Academy boss
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Place for women in motor sports: F1 Academy boss

When she was in secondary school, much of Abbi Pulling's spare time was spent working on PowerPoint slides for potential sponsors in order to keep her racing dreams alive.

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September 22, 2024
PRANCING IN A PACK
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PRANCING IN A PACK

Ferrari boss says constructors' c'ship too close to call, with four teams in the mix

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September 21, 2024
F1 drivers swear by their 'human' emotions
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F1 drivers swear by their 'human' emotions

Leading Formula One drivers at this week's Singapore Grand Prix said on Sept 19 they would not tone down their language on team radio, after governing body the International Automobile Federation (FIA) warned them to cut out the swearing.

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September 21, 2024
NIGHT RACE CRUCIAL TO TIGHT TITLE FIGHT
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NIGHT RACE CRUCIAL TO TIGHT TITLE FIGHT

For the first time in years, F1 heads to S'pore with a genuine battle for the drivers' crown

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September 21, 2024
VOLUNTEERS WITH PASSION FOR F1
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VOLUNTEERS WITH PASSION FOR F1

Love for the motor sport sees helping hands of S'pore GP return year after year

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September 21, 2024
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Hojlund and Mount to return in 'careful way'

Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount could make their returns during Manchester United's English Premier League trip to Crystal Palace on Sept 21, but manager Erik ten Hag is wary of rushing the duo back from injury.

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September 21, 2024
ALISSON A DOUBT AGAINST CHERRIES
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ALISSON A DOUBT AGAINST CHERRIES

Slot also set to be without Elliott; expects 'aggressive' Bournemouth side

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September 21, 2024
Raya's saves the best Arteta has ever seen
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Raya's saves the best Arteta has ever seen

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hailed his goalkeeper David Raya, after the Spaniard's miraculous double save earned his side a 0-0 draw away to Atalanta in the Champions League on Sept 19.

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September 21, 2024
DIVERSITY KEY FOR FENCING EXCO
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DIVERSITY KEY FOR FENCING EXCO

Team of 11 include national water polo captain and former S'pore wushu athlete

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September 21, 2024
Surge in Ohtani-mania after historic 50-50 feat
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Surge in Ohtani-mania after historic 50-50 feat

Japan erupted in cheers on Sept 20, a day after national hero Shohei Ohtani blasted his way into Major League Baseball (MLB) history as the first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season.

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September 21, 2024