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How rare earths raise the stakes in China-Japan spat
China and Japan are bound together by trade and geography, but a long history of rivalry and unresolved disputes makes even periods of…
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Terry Yorath: Leeds and Wales legend dies aged 75
Former Leeds United and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath has died at the age of 75 following a short illness. Yorath scored 11 goals in 199…
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UI Boustead said to seek US$700 million Singapore IPO in March
The real estate investment trust unit of Boustead Singapore will begin taking investor orders as soon as next month UI Boustead Reit is…
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Ashes 2025-26: Harry Brook apologises after altercation in New Zealand nightclub
England's off-field conduct has come under heavy scrutiny during this Ashes series. In announcing a review into the tour, ECB chief…
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Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal’s Shocking Netflix Murder Thriller ‘His & Hers’ Is Deliciously Bonkers: TV Review
Netflix‘s “His & Hers,” based on the acclaimed novel by Alice Feeney and adapted for television by William Oldroyd, appears, at first, to…
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Nvidia requires full upfront payment for H200 chips in China: sources
The US chipmaker imposes strict terms, demanding full payment with no cancellations, refunds or changes [BEIJING/SHANGHAI] Nvidia is…
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Sumitomo’s energy arm may set up LNG trading desk in Singapore
The energy trading arm of Sumitomo Corp is considering setting up an LNG desk in Singapore, the latest move by the Japanese company to…
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To be a wealth hub, Singapore must accept risk of rogue actors: Chee Hong Tat
MAS deputy chairman wants the Republic to be a place where entrepreneurs would bring their capital and talent To achieve the goal of…
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Sound of 2026: Rap polymath Jim Legxacy is the runner-up
Mark SavageMusic correspondent In a very short time, Jim Legxacy has risen "from poverty to pop star". That's his own description,…
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Research shows this habit parents hate is good for teenagers
If you’re constantly hounding your teen to get out of bed before noon on the weekend, you may want to save your energy for a different…
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3 ways leaders can stop being work jerks
A “work jerk” isn’t just someone who expects perfection. It’s the high achiever whose nervous system runs at lava-like temperatures, who’s…
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First self-driving shuttle vehicles in Punggol to start serving public within three months
The first self-driving shuttle route in Punggol will open to the public in two to three months, said Senior Minister of State for…
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Trump and Starmer speak after astonishing few days
What an extraordinary few days it has been for UK-US relations, with three developments each pointing in a different direction. Imagine…
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The world’s copper squeeze is set to intensify on AI and defence spending: S&P
The race for artificial intelligence (AI) and surging defence spending are set to intensify a projected shortage of copper as producers…
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‘No further action’ by CPIB against Nam Lee MD over whistle-blower report
This comes ahead of extraordinary general meeting called to oust company executive director and chairman The Corrupt Practices…
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EXCLUSIVE: Boucheron Taps Colman Domingo as Friend of the Maison
Colman Domingo is taking on a new role, this time as Boucheron’s latest Friend of the Maison. A two-time Academy Award nominee and…
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EXCLUSIVE: Dior Names LaKeith Stanfield as Brand Ambassador
HOLLYWOOD CHAMELEON: In the run-up to his second men’s runway show, scheduled for Jan. 21, Jonathan Anderson continues to bolster the…
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What to Watch: M&A Surprises Can’t Be Ruled Out for the Footwear Sector in 2026
The sector could see a surprise or two on the mergers and acquisitions front in 2026. That surprise in 2025 came from the $9 billion…
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What to Watch: Nike, On Holdings, Amer Sports and Steven Madden Are Top 2026 Shoe Stock Picks
As Nike Inc. continues an intense turnaround effort, Wall Street is upbeat on the stock’s prospects for the new year. Other stocks favored…
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Alan Ritchson Returns to Queensland to Begin Filming Sylvester Stallone-Produced Navy SEAL Pic for Amazon MGM Studios
Alan Ritchson is returning to Queensland, Australia to begin production on an untitled Amazon MGM Studios feature about decorated Navy…
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Grab, Chinese automaker GAC to deploy 20,000 EVs across South-east Asia
It will involve the introduction of three of the Chinese player’s models – Aion Y, Aion ES, and Aion V – across the region Ride-hailing…
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Young Singaporeans still prefer human advisers over digital tools for insurance products: survey
Young adults in Singapore continue to favour human advisers over digital tools when it comes to insurance decisions, even as the…
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Young Singaporeans prefer human advisers over digital tools for insurance: survey
In addition, more than six in 10 prefer clear planning over spontaneity when it comes to financial planning, says Prudential Young adults…
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JD.com weighs raising 10 billion yuan in debut dim sum bond sale
Dim sum bonds are attractive to some Chinese tech firms because of their lower financing costs JD.COM is considering its first dim sum…