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Google has illegal monopoly on online search, US judge finds

Ruling is first big win for antitrust officials, may lead to break-up of parent Alphabet

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August 07, 2024
India's lifting of ban on officials joining Hindu group ignites debate
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India's lifting of ban on officials joining Hindu group ignites debate

The lifting of a ban on government officials joining the ideological parent of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has sparked a debate on the potential impact of the move on the neutrality of the country's bureaucracy.

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August 07, 2024
Nobel winner says he's ready to head an interim Bangladesh govt
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Nobel winner says he's ready to head an interim Bangladesh govt

Parliament dissolved, paving way for polls; Hasina’s arch-rival freed from house arrest

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August 07, 2024
US seems to have lost its sway over Israel
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US seems to have lost its sway over Israel

Biden’s inability to restrain Netanyahu has pushed Mid-East to the brink of a wider war

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August 07, 2024
Casinos collected $4.4m more than allowed in entry levies due to lapse
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Casinos collected $4.4m more than allowed in entry levies due to lapse

Due to a law that was not renewed, Singapore's two casinos collected about $4.4 million more than was legally allowed between April 4 and May 7, 2024.

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August 07, 2024
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Jail, fine for visit limit breaches at casinos under law change

From 2010 to 2023, about five people each year exceeded limits set by their families

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August 07, 2024
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New Bill will allow Govt to tackle money laundering more effectively

Courts will be able to order sale of seized properties without involved parties’ consent

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August 07, 2024
Income, Allianz must ensure insurance policies stay unchanged: Chee
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Income, Allianz must ensure insurance policies stay unchanged: Chee

Insurers must maintain sufficient capital reserves, treat customers fairly: Minister

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August 07, 2024
Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as running mate
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Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as running mate

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris on Aug 6 selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to be her running mate, choosing a progressive policy champion and a plain speaker from America's heartland to help win over rural, white voters.

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August 07, 2024
I'M NOT GIVING UP: PEREIRA
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I'M NOT GIVING UP: PEREIRA

Frustrated as her Olympics end with a poor 200m, she vows to return stronger in 2028

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August 06, 2024
WELCOME TO THE 'TIKTOK GAMES'
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WELCOME TO THE 'TIKTOK GAMES'

Little-known Olympians shoot to internet fame after going viral on social media

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August 06, 2024
LYLES EYES SPRINT TREBLE
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LYLES EYES SPRINT TREBLE

Triple world champ wants to emulate Bolt, after therapy helps him win 100m

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August 06, 2024
THE BEST FEELING IN THE WORLD: FAULKNER
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THE BEST FEELING IN THE WORLD: FAULKNER

Ex-venture capitalist, a late replacement in road race, wins gold after taking gamble

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August 06, 2024
NUNES WINS TWO RACES IN ADELAIDE
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NUNES WINS TWO RACES IN ADELAIDE

Brazilian ace makes big impact Down Under and vice-versa

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August 06, 2024
OCTOBER MUCH TOO GOOD FOR CLASS 5
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OCTOBER MUCH TOO GOOD FOR CLASS 5

Not all that disgraced at Group level, trainer Ong’s 4YO explodes away in easier mission

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August 06, 2024
Can Kamala Harris Zoom her way to the White House?
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Can Kamala Harris Zoom her way to the White House?

The tech trend of Zoom rallies is helping the US Vice-President to raise funds and reach supporters.

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August 06, 2024
SBF to help wholesalers in their efforts to build talent pipeline
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SBF to help wholesalers in their efforts to build talent pipeline

It aims to engage 1,700 firms via scheme, reskill 1600 workers over next three years

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August 06, 2024
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Temasek appoints three new joiners to senior leadership

Newcomers to help advance corporate strategy, work with portfolio companies

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August 06, 2024
$12m suit against Torque founder, fintech firm dismissed
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$12m suit against Torque founder, fintech firm dismissed

Court rules investor failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove authenticity of service agreement he relied on

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August 06, 2024
Low priority for marriage, having own homes among young people
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Low priority for marriage, having own homes among young people

Study also finds 2 in 5 young people aged 22 to 29 in 2022 had never been in a relationship

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August 06, 2024
Countries urge nationals to leave Lebanon as war fears surge
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Countries urge nationals to leave Lebanon as war fears surge

Diplomats work to avert military escalation expected from Iran and allies

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August 06, 2024
'We're being seen': Taiwan celebrates thrilling Olympic gold
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'We're being seen': Taiwan celebrates thrilling Olympic gold

Badminton pair’s win over Chinese duo has extra significance due to cross-strait tensions

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August 06, 2024
Philippines, Vietnam set for maritime drills with China in mind
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Philippines, Vietnam set for maritime drills with China in mind

They are beefing up defence cooperation amid tensions in South China Sea

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August 06, 2024
Australia raises terror threat level amid rising extremism
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Australia raises terror threat level amid rising extremism

Security chief says Israel-Hamas war a significant driver’ in stoking grievances

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August 06, 2024
Military in Bangladesh to form interim government
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Military in Bangladesh to form interim government

Talks held with main opposition parties, civil society members but not Hasina’s party

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August 06, 2024
Over 3,000 EV charging points now available at HDB carparks islandwide
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Over 3,000 EV charging points now available at HDB carparks islandwide

Users of electric vehicles (EVs) now have access to more than 3,000 charging points at nearly half of the Housing Board carparks islandwide.

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August 06, 2024
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2 doctors barred from making MediSave, IP claims for 6 months

They are among 6 rapped for overtreating, overclaiming or claiming for work not done

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August 06, 2024
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MOE removing Mobile Guardian app from students' devices after global breach

The Mobile Guardian app will be removed from all students' personal learning devices, after a global cyber-security breach affected 13,000 students from 26 secondary schools in Singapore.

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August 06, 2024
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Asian markets plunge on growing US recession fears

STI sinks 4.1%, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 slumps 12.4% in worst day since 1987 crash

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August 06, 2024
S'pore violinist, 17, takes No. 4 spot on UK's classical music chart
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S'pore violinist, 17, takes No. 4 spot on UK's classical music chart

Singaporean violinist Chloe Chua's new album Butterfly Lovers & Paganini has nabbed the No. 4 spot on the United Kingdom's classical music chart.

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August 05, 2024