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Malaysia’s Anwar says Norway missile deal cancellation reflects wider Western hypocrisy

Malaysia’s Anwar says Norway missile deal cancellation reflects wider Western hypocrisy

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also cited the situation in Gaza, Israel’s “incessant bombardment” of Lebanon, the Russia-Ukraine war, and the civil war in Sudan as signs that pointed toward a greater devaluation of respect for international norms and laws.

02/07/2026

Russia bombards Kyiv in one of war's biggest strikes, at least 21 people killed

Russia bombards Kyiv in one of war's biggest strikes, at least 21 people killed

03/07/2026

Europeans fill most gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, top commander says

Europeans fill most gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, top commander says

03/07/2026

French scramble to find air conditioners before next heatwave

French scramble to find air conditioners before next heatwave

02/07/2026

A decade since Duterte's deadly drug war, victims' families continue fight for justice as ICC trial nears

Human rights groups believe the true death toll could be in the tens of thousands, arguing that many killings went undocumented.

02/07/2026

Nine Thai monks killed after boy drives truck into procession

The 11-year-old drove his parents' truck into a group of 35 monks and five lay followers who were walking along a road.

02/07/2026

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

02/07/2026

CNA Explains: Why AI stocks are whipsawing markets from Wall Street to Seoul

CNA Explains: Why AI stocks are whipsawing markets from Wall Street to Seoul

02/07/2026

She ditched a six-figure salary to save her dad’s business, and uncovered S$500,000 in bad debt

She ditched a six-figure salary to save her dad’s business, and uncovered S$500,000 in bad debt

02/07/2026

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02/07/2026

Russia bombards Kyiv in one of war's biggest strikes, at least 21 people killed

Russia bombards Kyiv in one of war's biggest strikes, at least 21 people killed

03/07/2026

Europeans fill most gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, top commander says

Europeans fill most gaps left by US in NATO defence plans, top commander says

03/07/2026

French scramble to find air conditioners before next heatwave

French scramble to find air conditioners before next heatwave

02/07/2026

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Golden Village to close Plaza Singapura cinema ahead of S$160m mall revamp

Golden Village to close Plaza Singapura cinema ahead of S$160m mall revamp

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Lawrence Wong makes first-ever visit by Singapore PM to Timor-Leste

Lawrence Wong makes first-ever visit by Singapore PM to Timor-Leste

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Around 100 monkeys run wild in Thai neighbourhood after escaping facility

Around 100 monkeys run wild in Thai neighbourhood after escaping facility

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Actor Ben Yeo's Chai Chee coffee shop targeted in 2 break-ins

Actor Ben Yeo's Chai Chee coffee shop targeted in 2 break-ins

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At least 8 monks killed by pickup truck driven by boy, 11, in Thailand

At least 8 monks killed by pickup truck driven by boy, 11, in Thailand

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WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over

WHO declares cruise ship-linked hantavirus outbreak over

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Mother fails in court bid to get ex-husband to foot half their daughter's Australia university bill

Mother fails in court bid to get ex-husband to foot half their daughter's Australia university bill

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Traffic police officer who helped friend find out his ex-girlfriend reported him gets jail

Traffic police officer who helped friend find out his ex-girlfriend reported him gets jail

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Pilot who hit Beijing tower wrote about ending life

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Podcasts

Money Talks - How investors can ride on Singapore’s role in the AI boom

How investors can ride on Singapore’s role in the AI boom

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Deep Dive - Chan Chun Sing on keeping Singapore safe in an unstable world: 'We are not at war but neither are we at peace'

Chan Chun Sing on keeping Singapore safe in an unstable world: 'We are not at war but neither are we at peace'

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Your new perfume doesn’t smell like the one you tested at the store – here are 7 reasons why

Your new perfume doesn’t smell like the one you tested at the store – here are 7 reasons why

02/07/2026

Another 70 Teochew screenings of Dear You added after repeated sellouts

Another 70 Teochew screenings of Dear You added after repeated sellouts

02/07/2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

02/07/2026

Singaporean short film Buah wins top prize at Palm Springs International ShortFest

Singaporean short film Buah wins top prize at Palm Springs International ShortFest

02/07/2026

Chinese actor now sells vegetables in his hometown after AI takes over China's short dramas

Chinese actor now sells vegetables in his hometown after AI takes over China's short dramas

02/07/2026

Qantas adds Wing Seong Fatty’s iconic Cantonese dishes to its Changi Airport lounges after restaurant’s closure

Qantas adds Wing Seong Fatty’s iconic Cantonese dishes to its Changi Airport lounges after restaurant’s closure

02/07/2026

Korean fast food chain Mom's Touch returning to Singapore, banner with K-pop group Le Sserafim seen at Chinatown

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Han Fook Kwang

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02/07/2026

Commentary: Indian sailors’ deaths in US strike reopen old wounds and deepen new grievances

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With a nightlife scene vastly different from before, Singapore’s three Quays need a reinvention

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Luxury

Chanel buys historic French shirtmaker Charvet, ending 188 years of independence

Chanel buys historic French shirtmaker Charvet, ending 188 years of independence

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Chanel vs Dior: Why luxury’s two biggest reboots are under scrutiny

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Insider

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