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Temasek-backed fizzy drinks maker Chi Forest considers Hong Kong IPO: sources
The drinks manufacturer has held early talks with potential advisers about the share sale Chi Forest, a maker of low-calorie sparkling…
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We were lied to and smeared, say hospital inquiry families
Families of patients who suffered or died after they caught infections while being treated at Scotland's largest hospital say they were…
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Op-Ed: Can Europe’s Digital Networks Act deliver for AI and Startups?
As Europe races into the AI era, its policymakers are laying new pipes for the continent’s digital future. The European Commission’s…
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Hong Kong’s Sogo Mall operator seeks HK$8 billion loan refinancing
Lenders have paused earnings checks for Lifestyle International as it seeks to refinance Hong Kong mall operator Lifestyle International…
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Private credit & buyout firms: Valuations under pressure
Higher base rates are challenging borrowers’ ability to fulfil interest burdens There are signs of more pressure on private credit loans…
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‘The Rip’ Review: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s Impressive Reunion Rivals Films They Made for Big Studios
Both the good guys and the bad guys work for the Miami-Dade Police Department in “The Rip,” which reunites “Good Will Hunting” buds Ben…
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Formula 1: McLaren needed 'unprecedented' work to be ready for 2026 season
Stella said McLaren had reviewed they way they operated last season as drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri battled for the championship…
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How to get satisfaction from an unfulfilling job
If you’re in an unfulfilling job or are dissatisfied with your work, it’s possible to get a fresh start no matter what the season. In…
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China, Indonesia, Malaysia top Changi Airport markets in 2025; total passenger traffic hits record
China, Indonesia and Malaysia were Changi Airport’s top passenger markets in 2025, the airport operator said on Thursday (Jan 22), amid a…
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Centurion ecosystem: CAReit initiation & parent upgrade
Analysts are turning bullish on the Centurion ecosystem, with CGS International (CGSI) initiating coverage on the newly listed Centurion…
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Gymnastics: GB's Alice Kinsella aiming for rare return to elite competition as a mum
Kinsella does not want to put a timestamp on her return but hopes to be "back fully" by the end of 2026, with the World Championships…
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AirAsia X targets up to US$600 million debt restructuring after combining airlines
Malaysia’s AirAsia X targets US$500 million to US$600 million in debt restructuring after the budget airline this week bought the…
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SIA is sole Singapore company among Fortune’s top 50 admired firms; Wilmar also makes list
National carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) ranked first among its peers in the airline industry on Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired…
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SIA, Wilmar the only Singapore companies to make Fortune’s most admired firms list
The national carrier is the only company based here to feature within the top 50 of the list National carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA)…
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This common medical event leaves women in debt
Having a baby isn’t cheap, but sometimes, even the delivery alone can be a crushing burden on families. According to a new survey, even…
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EXCLUSIVE: Givenchy and Sarah Burton Hope to Snatch a Bestseller With New Bag Design
SNATCH IT UP: Givenchy is hoping customers will be raring to get hold of its new bag design, dubbed The Snatch, when it launches Thursday.…
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Newspaper headlines: 'Trump hails Greenland deal' and 'All I want is a piece of ice'
The majority of the front pages focus on Donald Trump's announcement of a framework deal for Greenland, including the Guardian which says…
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Burt’s Bees Veterans Bring New Vaginal Care Brand to Retail
Two Burt’s Bees veterans and a gynecologist are looking to crack the code of menopausal beauty. The trio of founders, which includes…
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Charlotte Blechman Joins Actum to Build Out New Luxury, Fashion and Lifestyle Consultancy
Charlotte Blechman, a marketing and communications executive who has shaped several of the world’s most influential luxury, fashion,…
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Kenneth Cole Embarks on Major European Expansion With Strategic Growth Plan
Kenneth Cole is accelerating its international expansion with the launch of the brand across 30 countries, positioning Europe as a…
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Aerie Teams With Current/Elliott Founders for Collaboration
Aerie, the intimate apparel and lifestyle retailer, has partnered with Emily Current and Meritt Elliott for a collection that hits stores…
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Data centre player Equinix funds study on nuclear energy tech for Singapore, including floating plants
It will also assess the feasibility of small modular reactors; aims to provide “data-driven” insights Data centre operator Equinix is…
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Gold falls as easing geopolitical tensions dampen safe-haven demand
and other precious metals fell on Thursday as geopolitical tensions and safe-haven demand eased after US President Donald Trump backed…
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Texas jury clears police officer for Uvalde school shooting response
A Texas jury has found a police officer who responded to the 2022 mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, not guilty of child endangerment…