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'We want you to know you are not alone': Hundreds gather to share their grief after Texas shooting
People took turns stepping up to a microphone, sharing a personal note about their own grief.
Ukraine receives missiles, howitzers, Zelensky expects good news on arms supplies
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine was approaching the point where it would outnumber the Russians.
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China, US in a race for Asean: Who will come out on top?
Which side has an edge when it comes to economic engagement and broader ties with the region?
South Korea's First Lady Kim Keon-hee moves from controversies to popularity
Caught up in scandals just months ago, she now has fans and the media raving over her.
Taiwanese support government's plan to promote languages at risk of disappearing
The Cabinet this month approved an NT$30 billion budget plan to develop languages used by Taiwan’s ethnic groups.
'Eateries' pop up around Beijing after dine-in services are suspended
Barbers, who have been barred from going to work, have also set up chairs in public parks to offer their services.
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'Eateries' pop up around Beijing after dine-in services are suspended
Barbers, who have been barred from going to work, have also set up chairs in public parks to offer their services.
May 29 2022
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How Covid restrictions are choking China's economy
Each month, The Straits Times' US Bureau Chief Nirmal Ghosh presents an Asian perspective of the biggest global talking points with expert guests.
Does a family of 4 in S'pore need $6,426 a month for basic living standard?
The Straits Times' opinion editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day with her expert guests.
State of Singapore’s private home market post-cooling measures
The Business Times aims to help you on your property investment journey, including comments from industry players.
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Covid-19 surge leaves Taiwan's insurers struggling to pay out
Insurers are looking to limit their losses on policies after underestimating the extent of Covid-19.
North Korea says pandemic situation being controlled and is improving
State media cited a meeting, overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, which made the assessment.
‘Tomorrow will be better’: Shanghai inches towards Covid-19 re-opening
Meanwhile, Beijing maintained curbs even as case numbers decline.
