Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Feb 10, 2026

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S’pore upgrades 2026 economic growth forecast to 2-4% after outperforming in 2025

Economy grew 6.9 per cent in final quarter of 2025, much better than expected.

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What is UNC3886, the group that attacked S’pore’s telcos?

It is known to have attacked organisations in the US, Europe and parts of Asia.

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First S’porean charged under Malaysia’s anti-littering law fined

He threw a cigarette butt in a public place instead of a designated container in KL.

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Loose ends being tied up to restore bus arrival time system: Jeffrey Siow

LTA had said on Feb 7 that bus arrival times were restored to above 90 per cent.

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UOB goes appointment-only for gold purchases at main branch

Customers can book their slots via UOB’s website from 6pm on Thursday.

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More can be done to help the retrenched: Desmond Choo

Nearly 11,000 workers here lost their jobs in the first nine months of 2025.

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After a strong year, this Singapore Budget faces tough choices

Fiscal discipline and a spirit of innovation will be needed at a time of many competing needs.

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Phuket cracks down on motorcycle rentals, reckless riding by foreigners

Thai city aims to curb road accidents and maintain its image as a tourist site.

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Sumiko at 62: Four simple exercises to improve balance

Stay steady as you age with the right balance exercises from an SGH physiotherapist.

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Convicted market maker testifies at Goh Jin Hian’s criminal trial

He was charged along with Goh, the son of former prime minister Goh Chok Tong, in 2023.

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