Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Jan 28, 2025

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Singapore’s unity a precious asset in a divided world, says PM Wong in CNY message

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In his Chinese New Year message on Jan 28, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reiterated that families are the bedrock of our society and that The Government is committed to supporting families at every stage of life.

He also said diversity is a source of the country’s strength.

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S’pore will continue to be stable and prosperous if Govt and people work together: PM Wong

He added that SG60 is a good opportunity for Singaporeans to reflect on the past and look ahead to a new chapter.

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Nvidia sheds $792 billion of market value in DeepSeek rout, biggest one-day loss in US history

Chinese start-up DeepSeek’s claims of a low-cost AI model ignited fears about the competitive edge of US tech giants.

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Singaporean in vegetative state after botched procedure in S. Korea returns in time for CNY

The mother of two young children had suffered a cardiac arrest during a botched gastroscopy.

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‘If he so wishes, he can contest in the next GE’: S’pore Govt responds to NYT video with Li Shengwu

Ambassador Lui Tuck Yew said the NYT used a false portrayal of Singapore to advance its own agenda.

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Singapore must prepare for disruptions from the JS-SEZ

The new economic zone in Johor offers opportunities, but there are downsides too for Singapore-based firms and workers.

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Joint venture to bring best of the world to Jurong Region Line

This is the first time a foreign operator will be involved in Singapore’s rail sector.

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Henan mining company puts $31.5 million in cash up for grabs among staff

To commemorate its earnings, the cash was made “up for grabs” during its annual general meeting.

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‘There was nothing I could do’: Several cars damaged after fire at AMK carpark

The fire involved two cars on the third level of the carpark.

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Bangladeshi worker dies at construction site in Raffles Place after ground collapses

He had been involved in lifting works when the incident happened.

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