Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on July 8, 2026

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S’pore to invest $800m in transport research and innovation over next 5 years

It will build on earlier research efforts that cut across the air, land and maritime sectors.

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US launches new strikes on Iran after reinstating oil sanctions over shipping attacks

The US said the strikes were in retaliation for attacks on 3 vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

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Home prices in S’pore are finally cooling. That’s a healthy sign

Cooling home prices mark a healthier, more selective housing market, says the writer.

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17 people arrested, over $720k seized in islandwide gambling bust

Big sporting events like the World Cup can often lead to an increase in gambling activity.

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Experts back regular spot checks as smaller nursing homes struggle with costs, standards

The importance of monitoring was highlighted by the licence revocations of 2 nursing homes.

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Private-hire, taxi drivers to get more help to take up new jobs involving driverless vehicles

The programmes will kick off from the third quarter of 2026.

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Match coordinator, FIFA fitness instructor fly S’pore’s flag at World Cup

While S’pore are not among the 48 teams at the World Cup, the duo are involved in important roles.

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Man admits raping elderly widow with severe dementia

Victim’s sons called cops after reviewing CCTV.

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Subbuteo in Singapore: Small flicks, big kicks

Singapore’s table football players are keeping alive a game that evolved from a 1980s mall craze.

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McDonald’s, Old Chang Kee debut collab for National Day from July 9

Two burgers from the collaboration are Curry Potato Chicken Burger and Rendang Curry Beef Burger.

 

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