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  2. Posts tagged: TheStraitsTimes (Page 12)

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French support for Ukraine questioned with Macron’s proposal for new ‘political community’

Mr Macron deserves credit for starting the debate about Ukraine's future European arrangements, but he will earn few praises for what he proposes.

  • Published: May 12, 202212:28 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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The ‘R’ word is coming into play: Why recession risks are rising in major economies

If stock markets continue to tank, which experts suggest is highly probable, this will lead to the usual snowballing effects that take hold during bear markets.

  • Published: May 11, 202211:00 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Shoot-on-sight orders in Sri Lanka after deadly violence

Protests continued on Tuesday (May 10) despite the curfew, with some people defying the shoot-on-sight order to torch buildings and vehicles.

  • Published: May 11, 20229:21 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Sri Lanka prime minister resigns, curfew imposed after clashes

The prime minister’s departure came during a day of chaos and violence, with pro- and anti-government protesters clashing.

  • Published: May 10, 20229:41 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Japan expects launch of US Indo-Pacific economic plan during Biden visit

Asian countries are keen to boost ties with the US, but have been frustrated by its delay in detailing plans for economic engagement with the region.

  • Published: May 10, 20229:22 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Airfares surge as S’pore fully opens border, and pent-up travel demand spurs bookings

But higher prices have not deterred many travellers who have been stuck at home about two years amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

  • Published: May 9, 20223:31 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Hot desks, cool offices: How workspaces are changing after the pandemic

These days, more companies are embracing a flexible and connected workplace, choosing to ditch fixed workstations in favour of more community spaces and shared desks.

  • Published: May 9, 20229:48 am
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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What’s the story with pro-Russian Malaysians online?

A study of narratives on social media revealed that Putin’s war on Ukraine finds support among certain segments of Malaysians.

  • Published: May 6, 20221:51 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables reduces risk of cognitive decline: Study

Participants who consumed around 520g of fruit and vegetables a day were 23% less likely to be cognitive impaired than those who consumed 165g a day.

  • Published: May 6, 20229:00 am
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Singapore’s PM Lee and Ho Ching to receive royal honours from Johor Sultan

Previous Singapore recipients include then PM Lee Kuan Yew and then law minister E. W. Barker, who were given the award in 1984.

  • Published: May 6, 20228:12 am
  • Author Tham Yuen-C

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