Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Feb 16, 2026

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S’pore’s harmony must be actively renewed: PM Wong in CNY message

Singaporeans must uphold mutual respect, deepen bonds, he added.

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Ong Ye Kung ‘not very worried’ about measles spreading despite rise in cases

He said 99 per cent of the adult population here have immunity to the virus.

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503 new TB cases reported in Malaysia

Preventive measures include wearing face masks in crowded areas, said authorities.

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Is Mediacorp’s 2026 World Cup deal a ‘national service’ or business strategy?

It may want to drive up subscriptions, but recouping full cost will be hard, noted analysts.

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ST Explainer: What contributes to success in AI?

In his Budget 2026 speech, PM Wong laid out plans to ramp up national support to help businesses adopt AI.

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Sarawak eyes more pig farms even as other Malaysian states raise a stink

Push comes as disease outbreaks, land-use pressures are reshaping industry elsewhere.

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New flight plan for CPF savings: Long overdue, but may not suit everyone

Proposed scheme offers a steady glidepath, but members must be prepared for mid-air volatility.

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Not every market dip is a buying opportunity. Here’s what investors need to know

Evaluate whether a market decline is temporary or signals a more fundamental issue.

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Businessman’s assets frozen to cover remaining $7.6m of divorce settlement

Ex-wife highlighted his suspicious financial moves and his intention to move to Dubai.

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Five ways to squeeze more uses from your oranges

Orange peels can be used to make salad dressing, syrup or infused oil.

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