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Esquire Singapore responds to criticism over use of AI for Mackenyu story, calls it a ‘deliberate creative decision’
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Esquire Singapore responds to criticism over use of AI for Mackenyu story, calls it a ‘deliberate creative decision’

 09/04/2026
Shake Shack x Butcher’s Block collab
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Shake Shack x Butcher’s Block collab

 09/04/2026
Singapore welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges all parties to negotiate in good faith
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Singapore welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges all parties to negotiate in good faith

 08/04/2026
TOC’s print correction notice in Straits Times ensures facts are accessible beyond online platforms: Josephine Teo
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TOC’s print correction notice in Straits Times ensures facts are accessible beyond online platforms: Josephine Teo

 08/04/2026
FairPrice supermarkets to freeze prices of 100 essential products for more than a month
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FairPrice supermarkets to freeze prices of 100 essential products for more than a month

 08/04/2026
DBS Mar 19 service disruption caused by ‘erroneous step’ during system change: Gan Kim Yong
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DBS Mar 19 service disruption caused by ‘erroneous step’ during system change: Gan Kim Yong

 08/04/2026
Singapore passes Bill to set up Veterinary Council, raise sector standards
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Singapore passes Bill to set up Veterinary Council, raise sector standards

 08/04/2026
Middle East conflict has elevated global security threat, including for Singapore: Shanmugam
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Middle East conflict has elevated global security threat, including for Singapore: Shanmugam

 08/04/2026
Singapore’s public sector to reduce electricity consumption at government facilities amid Middle East crisis
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Singapore’s public sector to reduce electricity consumption at government facilities amid Middle East crisis

 08/04/2026
Shanmugam alleges Bloomberg lied to press secretary, says failure to remove article grounds for aggravated damages
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Shanmugam alleges Bloomberg lied to press secretary, says failure to remove article grounds for aggravated damages

 08/04/2026
Rent hike for Goodman Arts Centre tenants to be deferred amid Middle East conflict economic uncertainty
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Rent hike for Goodman Arts Centre tenants to be deferred amid Middle East conflict economic uncertainty

 08/04/2026
COE premiums close higher; Category A price rises to S8,000
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COE premiums close higher; Category A price rises to S$118,000

 08/04/2026
MAS and Singapore banks to review safeguards for GIRO payment system
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MAS and Singapore banks to review safeguards for GIRO payment system

 08/04/2026
New NTU AI model tracks food freshness in efforts to reduce waste, boost food security
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New NTU AI model tracks food freshness in efforts to reduce waste, boost food security

 08/04/2026
Haj preparations proceeding as planned, MUIS looking into refunds for pilgrims who defer plans due to Middle East conflict: Faishal Ibrahim
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Haj preparations proceeding as planned, MUIS looking into refunds for pilgrims who defer plans due to Middle East conflict: Faishal Ibrahim

 08/04/2026
Updated salary guidelines for community care sector recommend pay rises of ‘about 7% or more’ for most roles
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Updated salary guidelines for community care sector recommend pay rises of ‘about 7% or more’ for most roles

 08/04/2026
Actor Romeo Tan nearly quit acting after being scolded by director on set
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Actor Romeo Tan nearly quit acting after being scolded by director on set

 08/04/2026
Greenview Cafe, famous for mee hoon kueh, leaving Far East Plaza after 43 years, reopening in Ang Mo Kio
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Greenview Cafe, famous for mee hoon kueh, leaving Far East Plaza after 43 years, reopening in Ang Mo Kio

 08/04/2026
Hougang NPC video on love scams goes viral worldwide, fans include American TV host Bobby Berk and actor Andie Chen
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Hougang NPC video on love scams goes viral worldwide, fans include American TV host Bobby Berk and actor Andie Chen

 08/04/2026
Woman, 38, charged over Chinatown car accident that killed 6-year-old girl; gag order issued
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Woman, 38, charged over Chinatown car accident that killed 6-year-old girl; gag order issued

 08/04/2026
Why some women adopt senior and sick pets
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Why some women adopt senior and sick pets

 08/04/2026
FAQ: What can I do with my Singtel special discounted shares?
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FAQ: What can I do with my Singtel special discounted shares?

 08/04/2026
Local music producer Lee Si Song cycled 22km twice a week as recovery from a brain haemorrhage
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Local music producer Lee Si Song cycled 22km twice a week as recovery from a brain haemorrhage

 08/04/2026
Co-funding for essential bus services among targeted support for businesses amid Middle East war: Jeffrey Siow
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Co-funding for essential bus services among targeted support for businesses amid Middle East war: Jeffrey Siow

 08/04/2026
Singapore Airlines to air World Cup matches live on selected flights
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Singapore Airlines to air World Cup matches live on selected flights

 08/04/2026
No drastic energy measures yet for Singapore due to long-term strategy; more steps needed if crisis is prolonged: Shanmugam
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No drastic energy measures yet for Singapore due to long-term strategy; more steps needed if crisis is prolonged: Shanmugam

 08/04/2026
Fann Wong and Christopher Lee’s agency warns of fake post claiming couple queued at Suntec City to buy a watch
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Fann Wong and Christopher Lee’s agency warns of fake post claiming couple queued at Suntec City to buy a watch

 07/04/2026
Snap Insight: Singapore’s Sb support package amid Middle East conflict is more than a short-term relief
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Snap Insight: Singapore’s S$1b support package amid Middle East conflict is more than a short-term relief

 07/04/2026
Economists see downside risks for Singapore GDP growth, but most stop short of revising forecasts for now
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Economists see downside risks for Singapore GDP growth, but most stop short of revising forecasts for now

 07/04/2026
MOM to review ‘return-to-work’ paths for workers after injury or illness; wage support among NTUC’s suggestions
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MOM to review ‘return-to-work’ paths for workers after injury or illness; wage support among NTUC’s suggestions

 07/04/2026
Shanmugam claims Bloomberg had agenda to write about his property sale, was ‘laying a trap’ by seeking his comment
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Shanmugam claims Bloomberg had agenda to write about his property sale, was ‘laying a trap’ by seeking his comment

 07/04/2026
Road tax rebates, reducing petrol duties to address rising fuel prices a blunt tool: Jeffrey Siow
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Road tax rebates, reducing petrol duties to address rising fuel prices a blunt tool: Jeffrey Siow

 07/04/2026
Singapore will not negotiate for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz: Vivian Balakrishnan
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Singapore will not negotiate for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz: Vivian Balakrishnan

 07/04/2026
Singapore trial explores lymphatic bypass surgery as potential Alzheimer’s treatment
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Singapore trial explores lymphatic bypass surgery as potential Alzheimer’s treatment

 07/04/2026
Driver to be charged over Chinatown car accident that killed 6-year-old girl
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Driver to be charged over Chinatown car accident that killed 6-year-old girl

 07/04/2026
IMDA to publish findings of Singtel disruption investigations, ‘strong regulatory action’ could be taken
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IMDA to publish findings of Singtel disruption investigations, ‘strong regulatory action’ could be taken

 07/04/2026
Luo Yunxi, Hsieh Ying-xuan unveiled as award presenters for Star Awards 2026- CNA Lifestyle
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Luo Yunxi, Hsieh Ying-xuan unveiled as award presenters for Star Awards 2026- CNA Lifestyle

 07/04/2026
Seven key takeaways from the ministerial statements on the impact of the Middle East conflict on Singapore
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Seven key takeaways from the ministerial statements on the impact of the Middle East conflict on Singapore

 07/04/2026
Higher cash payouts, help for platform workers as Singapore announces Sb support package amid Iran war
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Higher cash payouts, help for platform workers as Singapore announces S$1b support package amid Iran war

 07/04/2026
Singapore to prepare 10,000 students for future shaped by autonomous ‘physical AI’
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Singapore to prepare 10,000 students for future shaped by autonomous ‘physical AI’

 07/04/2026
Taiwanese group F4 lists Singapore as future stop on reunion tour
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Taiwanese group F4 lists Singapore as future stop on reunion tour

 07/04/2026
Defamation trial by Shanmugam, Tan See Leng against Bloomberg begins in High Court
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Defamation trial by Shanmugam, Tan See Leng against Bloomberg begins in High Court

 07/04/2026
Xinyao legends Lee Wei Song and Lee Si Song reflect on Singapore’s Mandarin music movement
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Xinyao legends Lee Wei Song and Lee Si Song reflect on Singapore’s Mandarin music movement

 07/04/2026
Commentary: How Singapore can make blind boxes less addictive
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Commentary: How Singapore can make blind boxes less addictive

 07/04/2026
How this Singapore leather brand quietly built a global following from a Geylang workshop
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How this Singapore leather brand quietly built a global following from a Geylang workshop

 07/04/2026
Helium shortage yet to hit Singapore’s semicon, healthcare sectors, but prolonged disruption may push costs up
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Helium shortage yet to hit Singapore’s semicon, healthcare sectors, but prolonged disruption may push costs up

 07/04/2026
Why Lionel Leow prefers renovation over rebuilding
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Why Lionel Leow prefers renovation over rebuilding

 07/04/2026
Rainie Yang fans left disgruntled after Taiwanese singer cancels Singapore concert second time in a row
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Rainie Yang fans left disgruntled after Taiwanese singer cancels Singapore concert second time in a row

 06/04/2026
Parliament to hear three ministerial statements on impact of Middle East war on Singapore
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Parliament to hear three ministerial statements on impact of Middle East war on Singapore

 06/04/2026
Third teen charged for alleged trafficking of etomidate vape pods
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Third teen charged for alleged trafficking of etomidate vape pods

 06/04/2026
American singer-rapper Jay Park on his Hyrox Singapore debut and why Shinee’s Minho would be his dream race partner
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American singer-rapper Jay Park on his Hyrox Singapore debut and why Shinee’s Minho would be his dream race partner

 06/04/2026
Middle East conflict driving surge in costs of up to 60%, threatening Singapore brands’ global ambitions
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Middle East conflict driving surge in costs of up to 60%, threatening Singapore brands’ global ambitions

 06/04/2026
Fatal Southern Islands boat collision: Tower Transit pays tribute to long-serving colleague
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Fatal Southern Islands boat collision: Tower Transit pays tribute to long-serving colleague

 06/04/2026
NTU to give all students access to premium Google AI tools under curriculum overhaul
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NTU to give all students access to premium Google AI tools under curriculum overhaul

 06/04/2026
4,000 jobseekers placed on unemployment benefits scheme last year, out of 10,000 applications
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4,000 jobseekers placed on unemployment benefits scheme last year, out of 10,000 applications

 06/04/2026
Are actors Cheryl Chou and Zhang Zetong dating? Here’s what the Star Awards 2026 host has to say
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Are actors Cheryl Chou and Zhang Zetong dating? Here’s what the Star Awards 2026 host has to say

 06/04/2026
Shinee’s Minho and Physical: 100’s Hong Beom-seok win their division at Hyrox Singapore 2026
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Shinee’s Minho and Physical: 100’s Hong Beom-seok win their division at Hyrox Singapore 2026

 06/04/2026
‘I bowed 100 times every day’: Star Search’s Gladys Bay on South Korea’s work culture on set
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‘I bowed 100 times every day’: Star Search’s Gladys Bay on South Korea’s work culture on set

 06/04/2026
Teenager admits raping younger sister when she was 13 after years of molestation
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Teenager admits raping younger sister when she was 13 after years of molestation

 06/04/2026
K-pop girl group Mamamoo bringing 12th anniversary world tour to Singapore in July
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K-pop girl group Mamamoo bringing 12th anniversary world tour to Singapore in July

 06/04/2026
Singapore’s first 3D concrete printed pedestrian bridge to be built in Jurong
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Singapore’s first 3D concrete printed pedestrian bridge to be built in Jurong

 06/04/2026
South Korea’s Lee expresses regret to North Korea over drone incursion
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South Korea’s Lee expresses regret to North Korea over drone incursion

 06/04/2026
Managing million-dollar sinking funds, costly repairs: Do condo councils need mandatory training?
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Managing million-dollar sinking funds, costly repairs: Do condo councils need mandatory training?

 06/04/2026
Body found off Indonesia believed to be missing person from collision between vessels near Singapore’s Southern Islands
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Body found off Indonesia believed to be missing person from collision between vessels near Singapore’s Southern Islands

 05/04/2026
Ministerial committee to tackle energy crisis, wider supply shocks from Middle East conflict: Shanmugam
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Ministerial committee to tackle energy crisis, wider supply shocks from Middle East conflict: Shanmugam

 04/04/2026
Workers’ Party disciplinary panel completes probe into party chief Pritam Singh
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Workers’ Party disciplinary panel completes probe into party chief Pritam Singh

 04/04/2026
Inside Yum Cha’s reinvention: How Melody Tan modernised the family dim sum business
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Inside Yum Cha’s reinvention: How Melody Tan modernised the family dim sum business

 04/04/2026
Tada, Gojek to temporarily raise surcharge for rides to support drivers as fuel prices rise
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Tada, Gojek to temporarily raise surcharge for rides to support drivers as fuel prices rise

 03/04/2026
Once-bustling retail stretch at Tanjong Pagar MRT station now mostly vacant amid lease uncertainties
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Once-bustling retail stretch at Tanjong Pagar MRT station now mostly vacant amid lease uncertainties

 03/04/2026
Teen arrested after allegedly licking iJooz straw and putting it back in vending machine
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Teen arrested after allegedly licking iJooz straw and putting it back in vending machine

 03/04/2026
Half of healthy bentos may be going to waste in some schools. Is there room for compromise?
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Half of healthy bentos may be going to waste in some schools. Is there room for compromise?

 03/04/2026
Risis at 50: How the jewellery brand is evolving
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Risis at 50: How the jewellery brand is evolving

 02/04/2026
Singapore confirms first two locally transmitted mpox cases; authorities say risk to public is low
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Singapore confirms first two locally transmitted mpox cases; authorities say risk to public is low

 02/04/2026
PM Wong warns of severe consequences from Middle East energy disruptions, convenes ministerial task force
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PM Wong warns of severe consequences from Middle East energy disruptions, convenes ministerial task force

 02/04/2026
Former Hin Leong oil tycoon OK Lim taken into custody at hospital to begin 13.5-year jail term
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Former Hin Leong oil tycoon OK Lim taken into custody at hospital to begin 13.5-year jail term

 02/04/2026
Grab to provide delivery-partners with fuel vouchers amid rising fuel expenses
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Grab to provide delivery-partners with fuel vouchers amid rising fuel expenses

 02/04/2026
Cotton On offering free matcha at 5 Singapore stores this weekend
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Cotton On offering free matcha at 5 Singapore stores this weekend

 02/04/2026
BioNTech to close vaccine manufacturing plant in Singapore by 2027
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BioNTech to close vaccine manufacturing plant in Singapore by 2027

 02/04/2026
Singapore confirms first two locally transmitted mpox cases; authorities say risk to public is low
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Singapore confirms two locally transmitted mpox cases; authorities say risk to public is low

 02/04/2026
Singapore gives green light for pork blood products after almost three decades
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Singapore gives green light for pork blood products after almost three decades

 02/04/2026
Mediacorp to offer all 104 World Cup matches from S
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Mediacorp to offer all 104 World Cup matches from S$98

 02/04/2026
Actor Zhang Yaodong mourns father’s death in tribute post
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Actor Zhang Yaodong mourns father’s death in tribute post

 02/04/2026
Man set up devices in Singapore blasting 50,000 scam calls in 50 minutes; victims lost S.6 million
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Man set up devices in Singapore blasting 50,000 scam calls in 50 minutes; victims lost S$1.6 million

 02/04/2026
Canadian R&B singer Daniel Caesar to bring new Son Of Spergy tour to Singapore in May
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Canadian R&B singer Daniel Caesar to bring new Son Of Spergy tour to Singapore in May

 02/04/2026
250kg World War II bomb disposal completed; no impact on airport operations: CAG
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250kg World War II bomb disposal completed; no impact on airport operations: CAG

 02/04/2026
Death Note star Tatsuya Fujiwara and Zenkaiger actor Kiita Komagine in Singapore for Haruki Murakami stage adaptation
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Death Note star Tatsuya Fujiwara and Zenkaiger actor Kiita Komagine in Singapore for Haruki Murakami stage adaptation

 02/04/2026
CNA Explains: Why is diesel now more expensive than petrol?
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CNA Explains: Why is diesel now more expensive than petrol?

 02/04/2026
250kg World War II bomb disposal completed; no impact on airport operations: CAG
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SAF to dispose of 250kg World War II bomb found along Tanah Merah Coast Road

 01/04/2026
Investigations into Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death have concluded; foul play ruled out: Police
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Investigations into Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death have concluded; foul play ruled out: Police

 01/04/2026
Slow start on first day of Singapore’s beverage container return scheme; some machines not operational
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Slow start on first day of Singapore’s beverage container return scheme; some machines not operational

 01/04/2026
PetroChina plugs Singapore plant’s shortfall with crude from China storage, trackers say
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PetroChina plugs Singapore plant’s shortfall with crude from China storage, trackers say

 01/04/2026
Social ties, support are key drivers of giving in Singapore: Study
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Social ties, support are key drivers of giving in Singapore: Study

 01/04/2026
Serial voyeur finds job as student care teacher, takes videos of boys using the toilet
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Serial voyeur finds job as student care teacher, takes videos of boys using the toilet

 01/04/2026
Social service salary guidelines raised by 5% on average, some up to 15%
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Social service salary guidelines raised by 5% on average, some up to 15%

 01/04/2026
American singer Post Malone to perform in Singapore in September, ticket sales start Apr 6
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American singer Post Malone to perform in Singapore in September, ticket sales start Apr 6

 01/04/2026
Rising supply of HDB flats, global uncertainty set stage for more moderate resale price growth: Analysts
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Rising supply of HDB flats, global uncertainty set stage for more moderate resale price growth: Analysts

 01/04/2026
Singapore condominiums look to cut electricity use as prices climb amid Middle East tensions
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Singapore condominiums look to cut electricity use as prices climb amid Middle East tensions

 01/04/2026
Star Awards 2026 to feature international stars Julian Cheung, Ada Choi, Kevin Tsai, Bowie Lam and Jasper Liu
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Star Awards 2026 to feature international stars Julian Cheung, Ada Choi, Kevin Tsai, Bowie Lam and Jasper Liu

 01/04/2026
American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold to stage Singapore concert in October
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American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold to stage Singapore concert in October

 01/04/2026
CASE, LTA launch accreditation scheme for car-sharing industry
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CASE, LTA launch accreditation scheme for car-sharing industry

 01/04/2026

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