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Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks on June 19

Optimism was however dented by fresh Israeli strikes on south Lebanon, with Iran’s military vowing a “harsh response” to the attacks.

Men riding a motorcycle past a roadside billboard displaying portraits of Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, following a deal between the US and Iran, in Islamabad, on June 16.

US lawmakers in the dark on Iran deal as Trump says he will send it to Congress

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Singapore’s key exports surge 38.4% in May on strong AI-related demand

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Smooth operators: Floor curling slides into Singapore communities

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Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 on World Cup return

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Opposing Views

David Beckham had me kowtowing before my TV – and hooked on England

New train service links Johor Bahru Sentral to Pasir Gudang, Kulai

Kylian Mbappe double fires France to opening win over Senegal

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Will the next Lionel Messi please step up?

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Jobseekers form 2km queue for semiconductor jobs with starting salaries from $1,100 in Malacca

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2 married couples arrested for allegedly abusing their Indonesian domestic helper in Johor

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Stanford graduates walk out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s commencement speech

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What is ERP 2? Here's what you need to know

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UFC fighter Josh Hokit gifts Trump his chain at White House UFC event

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Rope jumper dies in Brazil after crew allegedly forget to tie safety cord

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‘This is our culture’: Japan fans on cleaning up after themselves at World Cup stadium

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Singapore

S’pore is investing in the best water technology to squeeze value from every drop

Beyond investing in newer water plants, innovation in planning and policy is also crucial.

Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu speaking at a ministerial panel on water governance at Singapore International Water Week on June 16.

$115m top-up given to fund R&D on optimising space and other urban issues in Singapore

‘They said I had to appear in court’: How scammers exploit fear, urgency to target victims

Phishing scam victim loses $3,456 claim against bank after failing to act on notification alerts

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Johor vote may shape Negeri Sembilan race as staggered polls raise questions

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China warns next phase of US-Iran talks will be ‘more difficult’

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Najib ‘made Attila the Hun look like a choirboy’, says Malaysian judge in 809-page judgment

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New train service links Johor Bahru Sentral to Pasir Gudang, Kulai

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As deal to end war emerges from chaos, Iran and China sweep the stakes

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A free and open Strait of Hormuz can’t be left to chance

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David Beckham had me kowtowing before my TV – and hooked on England

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England was my boyhood side, but they lost me to Brazil and the art of Socrates

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The Week in Pictures: Earthquake in Philippines; New York Knicks win NBA Finals

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i Light Singapore 2026: Illuminating the city

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Seniors caring for seniors: What caregiving looks like in a super-aged society

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Speaking up at work matters, but how concerns are raised can shape career outcomes.

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Young Singaporeans build internship, entry-level job trackers to close opportunity gap

Upcoming renaissance fair reimagines Singapore’s history with a blend of local folklore and fantasy

Themed “A Symphony of Land and Sea”, Lion City Faire reimagines Singapore’s past as a port settlement through performances, activities and workshops that blend local folklore and fairytales.

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Daniel Charles' career spanned various industries, including the tech world and organising Formula One racing experiences for clients.

Is the search for perfection delaying marriage in Singapore?

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