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US aligns inflation policy with other central banks like Singapore’s with first rate hike since 2023

The policy alignment shows that economies, big or small, are in the same boat when it comes to basic economic issues.

Houthis’ Yemen advance leaves Gulf states with uncomfortable choice

An undated video footage released on Sept 12 purportedly showing a truck belonging to Saudi-backed forces burning after Houthi fighters set it on fire.

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How Shinjiro Koizumi is redefining Japan’s security strategy as defence minister

Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi speaking to Self-Defence Forces senior commanders at the Defence Ministry in Tokyo on Sept 2.

US calls transshipments a ‘scam’: Why firms reroute goods and how S’pore manages this

Maritime transshipment is a common yet fundamental practice in logistics, designed to ensure that goods reach their final destination efficiently.

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Israel fires top intelligence officials as Iran ramps up spy network

Mossad chief Roman Gofman (centre) has ordered the removal of the heads of his organisation’s Intelligence Directorate and Iran Division, media reports say.

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Condo VIP sales need clearer rules and limits to ensure transparency

At Sim Lian’s Emerald of Katong, which launched in November 2024, agents bought 173 of 846 available units, about 20 per cent of the project.

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Lebanon is everyone’s playground and peace in the region looks as elusive as ever

US President Donald J Trump welcomes Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House on July 21.

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Spain’s ball worship delivers World Cup glory and a nation’s shared embrace

Spain’s ball worship delivers World Cup glory and a nation’s shared embrace.

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7th PM in a decade: Is Andy Burnham and Labour’s survival tactic a cure for UK’s woes?

Andy Burnham (right), leader of the Labour Party, with party members in central London on July 17.

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For all his records, Cristiano Ronaldo could not crack the World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo (right) controls the ball against Spain’s Aymeric Laporte (left) and Alex Baena during the match on July 6.

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