Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Feb 1, 2026

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Shorter waits for 1,300 BTO flats on sale in Feb

Tampines project to be ready in less than two years.

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When sexual assault victims are accused of lying by their own families

Counsellors explain the dangers of not believing victims and the impact this can have on the home.

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MOM urges employers to advise travelling helpers to take precautions against Nipah virus

Helpers who feel unwell during or after travel should see a doctor immediately, it added.

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Life after... finding out her dad was hanged in drug case when she was 2

Adeline Wong never knew why her father died. She was 33 when she learnt the truth.

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S’pore a ‘special place’ in giving journey of Facebook co-founder, wife

S’pore’s richest man and his wife view philanthropy as a responsibility that comes with privilege.

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Warong Nasi Pariaman gets help to explore options after its announced closure

URA said median rents of shophouses in historic districts have increased at a moderate pace.

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The BMT Journey: Inside Basic Military Training Centre’s School 2

Four recruits undergo eight weeks of physical training ahead of BMT. Here are their stories.

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Man asks HDB to repossess flat so that ex-wife will get less money

He ‘caused prejudice’ to the wife because flat likely to have fetched more if listed on open market.

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S’pore’s ‘radiation detectives’ ensure safety as S-E Asia explores nuclear energy

Knowing the ambient radioactivity levels is crucial before nuclear plants emerge in the region.

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S. Korea weighs new sugar tax amid craze over Dubai chewy cookie

Seoul considers action as viral, high-calorie dessert sets off alarm bells.

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