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US and Iran still at odds on key issues, but both sides report signs of progress

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Beyond Air India's losses: Why Indian airlines are struggling more than others, and sounding the alarm

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Once feared locally extinct, the deer now roam five forest zones in Singapore. But their numbers are prompting calls for herd management.

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Trump eases curbs on planet-warming gases used in refrigerants

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

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Once nearly extinct, Singapore's sambar deer are thriving again

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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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The furniture and interior design trends that stood out at Milan Design Week 2026

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

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Louis Vuitton brings Art Deco into the modern luxury home

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Singapore Cricket Club's Main Lounge gets a contemporary update

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

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

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