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Why is Trump arm-twisting NATO nations into clearing his Iran mess?

The US leader is finding out that it is easy to start, but tough to end, a war in the Middle East

Mr Trump’s warning to the Europeans came after he launched a similar appeal to Australia, China, Japan and South Korea to join in what he referred to as a “team effort” to open the Strait.

Oil prices surge as Kharg attack raises stakes in Middle East conflict

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Western economies have become dangerously reliant on global supply chains: Donald Trump Jr

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US officials predict quick end to Iran war, but Tehran says it can outlast foes

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US to slash fee for renouncing citizenship

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Malaysia’s UMNO set to welcome Khairy, Hishammuddin back into the fold as election season nears

Philippines questions authenticity of China-circulated letter on Scarborough Shoal claim

China’s Oppo reveals world’s first crease-free foldable phone

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MRT service from Tanah Merah to Expo to resume a day early on March 17

LTA said the resumption was made possible by good weather and effective coordination of ground teams.

LTA said the early resumption was made possible by good weather and the effective coordination of teams on the ground.

Singapore travellers reassess plans as Middle East conflict creates uncertainty

PM Wong to make official visit to Japan from March 17 to 19

11 men arrested for overstaying in Singapore in joint ICA-MOM operation

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Philippines questions authenticity of China-circulated letter on Scarborough Shoal claim

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Malaysia’s UMNO set to welcome Khairy, Hishammuddin back into the fold as election season nears

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Australia plans mass sale of defence sites despite concerns over training needs, morale

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Myanmar’s junta chief expected to hand over top military post to long-time protege

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A universal child endowment could raise birth rates but would be expensive

Terence Ho

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The tech sector is booming but Singapore’s tech graduates are struggling to find jobs

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With ‘Bono’ by his side, Kimi Antonelli could finally find what Mercedes are looking for

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How to get a billion passengers to fly in India

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The Week in Pictures: Fireworks and drone display in Singapore; a B-1B bomber landing in Britain

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The thrill lasts seconds, the trash lasts forever: The billion-dollar toy trend fuelling throwaway culture

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Silent stewards of history: Meet the caretakers of Kranji War Memorial

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Sumiko at 62: 4 simple exercises to relieve the pain of ‘tech neck’

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The Week in Pictures: Iran retaliates against Israel-US attacks; Asia’s first Disney cruise sets sail

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US-Israeli attack on Iran: What happens next?

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US-Israeli attack on Iran: What we know so far

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National swimmer Quah Ting Wen discusses finding the joy in swimming and when she will hang up her goggles for good.

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Me and My Money: He started tailoring at 16 after his family lost everything

Photo of Suresh Mulchand at his shop, Picadilly Tailor, at Far East Plaza on Mar 2, 2026.

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