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US President Donald Trump's olive branch to North Korea's Kim Jong Un last week, coupled with his criticism of Seoul, has raised concern among analysts that Trump's unpredictability could strain alliances that have long maintained peace in Asia.

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Singapore urges Israel to halt planned West Bank settlements

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Higher income ceilings ensure 8 in 10 households continue to qualify for subsidised public housing: Chee Hong Tat

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SUSS drops AI detector as more Singapore universities question reliability of such tools

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Blackpink's Jennie releasing new solo EP on Aug 28

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7-Eleven Singapore launches self-care spots at dining spaces islandwide

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First look at Singapore Night Festival 2026

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He once envisioned himself travelling the world as an esports emcee. Now, Mr Deitrich Mohan is embracing his roots and tells CNA TODAY that he hopes to take his family hawker business at Maxwell Food Centre to its 100th year.

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Ex-offender becomes hawker's apprentice to rebuild his life, one ayam penyet plate at a time

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This Singaporean retired at 35 without getting rich. Here's how he made it work

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With uranium demand expected to double by 2040, countries are reopening mines, expanding enrichment capacity and exploring alternative fuels, seawater extraction and fusion technology, CNA's The Nuclear Option finds.

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AI in healthcare: New agentic platform automates workflows to allow more doctor-patient time

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More youths investigated for shop theft in Singapore as experts urge early intervention

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Indranee Rajah on family support measures announced at National Day Rally 2026

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