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Singapore Zoo welcomes baby orangutan born via artificial insemination

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National Day Parade will feature first-ever indoor drone light show at National Stadium

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NDP 2026 to feature indoor drone show, 3 new songs and nationwide treasure hunt

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White Paper on fertility and child development in the works as Singapore pushes to reverse birth rate decline

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Singtel seeks clarity on participating in telco consolidation following failed M1-Simba deal

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US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin's back-to-back Beijing visits gave Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping a rare optics win, projecting China as a power both Washington and Moscow have reasons to engage, even as analysts say the stakes differed sharply.

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The increase in COVID-19 cases could be due to several factors, including waning population immunity, said the Communicable Diseases Agency.

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Mount Dukono tragedy: Indonesia police name guide as suspect over purported negligence that led to 3 deaths

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US prosecutors allege shipping veteran Teo Siong Seng told others to 'keep low key' in price-fixing conspiracy: Court documents

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Industry veteran Teo Siong Seng among seven shipping execs accused of price-fixing in the US

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Caning male students in schools: Does it work?

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These seniors said "no" — but the hard selling didn't stop

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Israeli minister sparks outcry over video of bound flotilla activists

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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol's condition worsens: Palace

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Oil market risks 'red zone' by summer, IEA chief warns

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Why is the Indonesian rupiah falling, and could confidence be cracking?

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Malaysia takes TikTok to task over 'offensive' content against king

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StarHub introduces annual pass for English Premier League games

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All university, polytechnic and ITE students to learn AI skills from 2027

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Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran, Iranian sources say

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Pakistan's PM Sharif to visit China for talks overshadowed by Iran war

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ASEAN Power Grid is an energy security necessity, experts say

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Why some Singaporeans are saying no to having children

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South Koreans who left home to build two nations

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How to read the fine print in your insurance policy

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The mental trap of career envy

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Trump meets Xi: Who came out ahead?

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How Singapore outdoor brand Goliath raised S$80,000 to make its affordable, Himalayas-tested hiking gear

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Interactive: The Johor Bahru food explorer – from streetside snacks to full-on feasts

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Visitors to Singapore Zoo can now see 2-month-old orangutan Ayaan, who was delivered via caesarean section

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Hello Kitty x Jisoo pop-up to open at Wisma Atria from May 28

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JJ Lin attends girlfriend's graduation ceremony in New York with his mum

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BTS to make special appearance at 2026 American Music Awards

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Kylie Minogue battled cancer for a second time in secret

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Shooting at San Diego mosque leaves five dead, including two teen suspects

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Shoving, tear gas, forced closures: Chaos at Swatch stores as brand launches collaboration with AP

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Death toll from India's Uttar Pradesh storms rises to 111

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Inside a retired couple's nostalgia-filled home packed with vintage items

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Trump and Xi meet in Beijing

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Mount Dukono eruption: Bodies of two Singaporean hikers evacuated as rescue operation ends

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A Meta programme manager by day and stand-up comic by night, San Francisco-based Elisha Tan tells CNA TODAY how she uses humour to make sense of setbacks and connect with strangers across the world.

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Voices: When one of my 5 kids calls me out, I choose to own my mistake, not defend myself

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Big Read: Biting back against dengue - Why experts are cautious despite Singapore's success in lowering case count

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Voices: I knew beating cancer would be tough. What I didn't expect was the crippling loss of identity as I returned to work

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Ground Up: Those who survived a suicide attempt on what drove them to the brink – and what helped them hold on

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Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Louis Vuitton: Inside the biggest Cruise 2027 shows

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Matthieu Blazy's Chanel debut fuels China expansion despite luxury slowdown

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Dior CEO Delphine Arnault says brand is rethinking prices as luxury shoppers push back

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Louis Vuitton brings Art Deco into the modern luxury home

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London's luxury hotel showdown: Raffles at The OWO versus The Chancery Rosewood

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Singapore Cricket Club's Main Lounge gets a contemporary update

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Saint Laurent CEO admits brand must do more to retain luxury shoppers

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Inside a divided America amid raids and protests — why Walk The Line: ICE Nation is a must-see

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What happened to the Chinese migrants in Walk The Line? ICE Nation revisits them 2 years on

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How 4 Singaporeans navigate sole caregiving, amid illness, fractured relationships and more

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What lies behind Singapore's crow problem? For one thing, maybe the tray return scheme

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The global chokepoint in the Strait of Hormuz is having a ripple effect on everyday people and everyday life — from drivers to school bus operators, from air travel to grocery shopping. CNA's Talking Point dives into the rising fuel prices.

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New playbook to streamline help for firms adopting artificial intelligence

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Russia's taste for Asian food goes mainstream

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AI skills to be mandatory for Singapore higher education students from 2027

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Hong Kong's cultural side: Fire dragon dances, bun towers and more

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An MBA for a changing world of work

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New Zealand produce finds a growing place on Asia's tables

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From prevention to care: Why early action matters in the cancer journey

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From fluid silhouettes to ocean-inspired charms, the new drop reimagines seasonal textures in stackable, easy-to-wear jewellery.

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