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Trump, Xi discuss Middle East war as Iran presses 7-day plan to end fighting

Trump also warned Xi against providing support to Iran, received assurances that China would not.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sept 25.

Iran awaits US move after WSJ report says Trump rejects peace plan

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Irish rock band U2 perform surprise 50th anniversary gigs in Dublin

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Loh Kean Yew notches opening match win at Asian Games against India’s Lakshya Sen

He will be back in action against Malaysia's Justin Hoh later in the day in the round-of-16.

Loh Kean Yew of Singapore in action against Sen Lakshya of India during the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games badminton men’s single round of 32 match on Sept 26.

Man to be charged with allegedly starting a fire in front of mosque at UOB Plaza

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10-man Singapore fall 2-0 to Indonesia in FIFA ASEAN Cup opener

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No BYD or Luckin: The curious absence of China brands in Washington and at White House state dinner

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Keys to the past: National Museum’s revamped Singapore History Gallery reopening on Oct 10

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The haze is back in Singapore. How does it compare with previous years?

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The future of play: How new guidelines are transforming Singapore’s playgrounds

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askST Jobs: How to tell if you’re being micromanaged or closely supervised. What’s the difference?

Micromanagement can limit autonomy, but employees may be able to regain it by building trust.

There is a difference between a boss who checks in on employees and one who constantly hovers like a “helicopter parent” over them.

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More young Singaporeans seeking recovery treatment at longevity-related wellness centres and clinics

The red light therapy room at House Longevity studio on Sept 2. House Longevity is among at least eight longevity-centred wellness centres and clinics that have opened here in recent years.

Will cutting down on drinking make me uncool?

ST’s assistant Life editor Clara Lock has reduced her alcohol consumption drastically since April.

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OCBC’s blue-chip plan gains traction with young investors, with 1 in 4 customers now under 35

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