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The Straits Times

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Hamas hands over all living hostages to Israel; US President Trump says Gaza war over

The release of hostages and the freeing of Palestinian detainees form a critical aspect of the first phase of the ceasefire accord concluded last week in the Egyptian resort of…

  • Published: October 14, 20258:35 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Indonesian President Prabowo, predecessor Jokowi likely on friendly terms for now, but may change by next election: Analysts

Analysts suggest that the duo need each other, given domestic and global challenges, and that Mr Prabowo would seek political stability until at least 2028.

  • Published: October 14, 20258:10 am
  • Author Wahyudi Soeriaatmadja
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Taiwan sees no significant impact on chip sector from China rare earths curbs

China dramatically expanded its rare earths export controls on Oct 9, adding five new elements and extra scrutiny for chip users as Beijing tightens control over the sector ahead…

  • Published: October 13, 20251:50 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Britain’s Princess Anne scheduled to visit Singapore in November

Princess Anne, 75, is the sister of King Charles III. She is the second child and only daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.

  • Published: October 13, 20251:43 pm
  • Author Fatimah Mujibah
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Thousands of devotees brave embers at fire-walking festival in Singapore

The centuries-old ritual is the culmination of more than two months of prayers and ceremonies that began in late July.

  • Published: October 13, 20259:25 am
  • Author The Straits Times
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‘Even my mum knows about Demon Slayer’: How anime went from ‘cringey’ to mainstream in Singapore

Observers have attributed the genre’s rising popularity to improved access to subtitled shows; the increased spending power of a maturing and expanding fan base, coupled with…

  • Published: October 13, 20259:24 am
  • Author Wong Man Shun
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Taiwan says ‘T-Dome’ to better integrate air defence system for higher kill rate

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te unveiled the multi-layered air defence system he called "T-Dome" on Oct 10, part of government plans to modernise the military to better deter China,…

  • Published: October 13, 20258:36 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Johor–Singapore SEZ draws new wave of investors with 2-in-1 appeal

Johor drew RM56 billion in investments in H1 2025, thanks to initiatives like JS-SEZ, and is on track to meet the RM100 billion target by end of 2025. EDB said initiatives are in…

  • Published: October 10, 20252:18 pm
  • Author The Straits Times
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Taiwan president expected to announce new air defence system in face of Chinese pressure

Taiwan is ramping up defence spending and modernising its armed forces, but faces a China that has a far larger military and is adding its own advanced new weapons like stealth…

  • Published: October 10, 202510:49 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Singapore, New Zealand elevate ties, commit to raising relationship to new heights

The countries upgraded ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) after 60 years of diplomacy and 25 years of free trade.

  • Published: October 10, 202510:25 am
  • Author Anjali Raguraman

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