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Shock, disbelief as Delhi blast linked to doctors in ‘white-collar’ terror cell

The case has triggered concerns over the radicalisation of professionals.

The Al-Falah University in the India's Haryana state has been swept up in a widening terror investigation that is focusing on doctors who taught at the university.

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‘Historic’ Indonesia-Australia security treaty boosts ties, highlights concerns over China

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Rohingya deaths off Malaysia’s Langkawi raise fears of renewed perilous journeys across Andaman Sea

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Vehicles entering Genting Highlands set to be charged toll to defray road maintenance costs

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‘Troll most hated’: Man who rushed at Ariana Grande at Wicked premiere in S’pore a serial intruder

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Juan Ponce Enrile, architect of Philippine martial rule and savvy political survivor, dies at 101

Singapore Airlines announces special dividend even as earnings fall more than 67% in first half

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Shutdown’s over but new showdowns loom for Trump

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Wicked stars, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo greet fans ahead of Singapore premiere of Wicked sequel

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Russia’s Aidol humanoid robot falls moments after unveiling

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Fire breaks out at 1,500-year-old temple in Jiangsu, China

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Princess Anne visits Singapore

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Singapore

Local study finds osteoporosis going undiagnosed among older men with chronic conditions

Osteoporosis can be slowed and potentially reversed through medication and lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking.

Clinical Associate Professor Tan Ngiap Chuan, director of research and the Primary Care Research Institute under SingHealth Polyclinics, attending to a patient on bone health.

Symbiotic relationship between PAP and NTUC lets hard decisions be made: DPM Gan

Enforcement action taken against 10 doctors for inappropriate MediShield Life claims

Some baby products, kids’ jewellery sold online found to be unsafe: S’pore consumer safety watchdog

COP30

Sharing renewable energy sources in S-E Asia key to dealing with rising heat: Climate scientist

He noted that the tropical region has great access to climate solutions that harness the power of natural ecosystems.

Climate scientist Winston Chow speaking at a talk about resilient and regenerative cities for a climate-changed world at the COP30 Singapore pavilion in Belem.

Rewards, rivalry, rebellion: Inside the COP30 battle for attention

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Singapore backs global push for sustainable cooling as cities step up heat action at COP30

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Rohingya deaths off Malaysia’s Langkawi raise fears of renewed perilous journeys across Andaman Sea

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‘Historic’ Indonesia-Australia security treaty boosts ties, highlights concerns over China

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Chinese police issue bounties on Taiwanese influencers

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S’pore must be careful the NMP system does not become a revolving door for aspiring politicians

Lin Suling

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The Prabowo doctrine behind move to honour Suharto

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How is your employer helping your career? An index could answer that

Randolph Tan, Sheryl Chua and Kang Soon-Hock

Priority Pass and the paradox of airport lounge access

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The Week in Pictures: Supermoon rises in Australia, Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Philippines

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Singapore Stories: The Heart of a Nation - Iconic photos from ST’s archives go on display

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Love is in the hair: How a wig loan scheme helps restore cancer survivors’ confidence

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More than a convenience store: Disappearing mamak shops

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Typhoon Ragasa: How heavy rainfall led to a barrier lake bursting in Taiwan

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How hawker signboards tell the story of Singapore

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What makes swim star Yip Pin Xiu fast? Discover the science of her technique

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Inside the confusing world of women’s clothing sizes

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Your S'pore Story

‘I hope to leave a positive impact on the football scene in S’pore’

On the cusp of a budding auditing career, he quit his job to work on creating football-related content.

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'I am trying to help humans and animals live in harmony'

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‘Just take every opportunity to put yourself out there’

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The Usual Place Podcast

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‘Spend first, worry later’: Why Buy Now, Pay Later is making a comeback in 2025

Once a novelty, Buy Now Pay Later firms are now almost ubiquitous in Singapore's financial landscape.

Once a niche offering, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are now everywhere in Singapore's retail landscape.

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Me and My Money: Third-generation jeweller helped revive family business

Mr Gabriel Tan is the co-founder and director of Mark Gabriel Fine Jewellers.

9 in 10 young women in S’pore not taking active steps to safeguard breast health: Poll

Financial adviser Jamie Ng was diagnosed with stage 2 triple negative breast cancer three years ago. Now cancer-free, she helps out at the Breast Cancer Foundation as a befriender.

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