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Singapore to roll out mass emergency alerts to mobile phones from May, starting with Singtel users

Singapore to roll out mass emergency alerts to mobile phones from May, starting with Singtel users

Known as SG Alert, the emergency broadcast system will include StarHub users by end-2026, and M1 and Simba by mid-2027.

17/04/2026

SNOC chief Mark Chay's 'dead-end sports' remarks ignite debate over school competition programme

SNOC chief Mark Chay's 'dead-end sports' remarks ignite debate over school competition programme

17/04/2026

S$1.5b nickel fraud: Father-in-law of alleged mastermind jailed after using money he did not own to post bail

S$1.5b nickel fraud: Father-in-law of alleged mastermind jailed after using money he did not own to post bail

17/04/2026

Bloomberg defamation trial: Oral submissions to be heard on May 22

Bloomberg defamation trial: Oral submissions to be heard on May 22

17/04/2026

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Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China moves to build leverage and limit risks

The convergence in timing of China’s recent flurry of diplomatic efforts with neighbours, as well as outreach towards Taiwan, has reinforced its broader effort to shape the ground ahead of the Trump-Xi summit, say analysts.

17/04/2026

Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', says Hezbollah should support truce

"We're going to see what happens. But I think we're very close to making a deal with Iran," US President Donald Trump told reporters.

17/04/2026

Asian stocks reverse as investors await news on US-Iran peace talks

Asian stocks reverse as investors await news on US-Iran peace talks

17/04/2026

'A warm welcome home': Inside SIA’s emotional mission to bring Singaporeans home from Middle East conflict

'A warm welcome home': Inside SIA’s emotional mission to bring Singaporeans home from Middle East conflict

17/04/2026

Changi Airport passenger traffic hits record 12-month high despite sharp drop in Middle East travel

Changi Airport passenger traffic hits record 12-month high despite sharp drop in Middle East travel

17/04/2026

Five Hong Kong bars rethink the cocktail glass, from agave spirits to umami-driven drinks

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Five Hong Kong bars rethink the cocktail glass, from agave spirits to umami-driven drinks

17/04/2026

SNOC chief Mark Chay's 'dead-end sports' remarks ignite debate over school competition programme

SNOC chief Mark Chay's 'dead-end sports' remarks ignite debate over school competition programme

17/04/2026

S$1.5b nickel fraud: Father-in-law of alleged mastermind jailed after using money he did not own to post bail

S$1.5b nickel fraud: Father-in-law of alleged mastermind jailed after using money he did not own to post bail

17/04/2026

Bloomberg defamation trial: Oral submissions to be heard on May 22

Bloomberg defamation trial: Oral submissions to be heard on May 22

17/04/2026

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Top Indonesian university suspends 16 students over alleged sexual harassment

Top Indonesian university suspends 16 students over alleged sexual harassment

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How ‘Rise’ became NASA’s Artemis II mission mascot

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Fitness meets feedback: MPs hit the ground with community runs

Fitness meets feedback: MPs hit the ground with community runs

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South Korea jails American YouTuber Johnny Somali for offensive stunts

South Korea jails American YouTuber Johnny Somali for offensive stunts

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Indonesia arrests chief ombudsman on bribery charges after only 6 days in office

Indonesia arrests chief ombudsman on bribery charges after only 6 days in office

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8 people found dead in Indonesia helicopter crash

8 people found dead in Indonesia helicopter crash

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Fitness meets feedback as MPs pound the pavement with residents in regular runs

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Singapore's March non-oil exports rise 15.3% on strong AI-driven electronics demand

Singapore's March non-oil exports rise 15.3% on strong AI-driven electronics demand

17/04/2026

MOE advises schools to 'reasonably consider' bus fare hikes for off-site activities amid fuel cost pressures

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Not about gender, but values and principles, says one of Syariah Court’s first female divorce arbitrators

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Taoist priest fined S$2,000 for organising 10-hour procession without permit

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17/04/2026

She treats life-threatening infections – and fights the stigma that keeps patients from seeking treatment

She treats life-threatening infections – and fights the stigma that keeps patients from seeking treatment

17/04/2026

Taufik Batisah’s wife reveals she underwent six IVF cycles, hopes to help other couples feel less alone

Taufik Batisah’s wife reveals she underwent six IVF cycles, hopes to help other couples feel less alone

17/04/2026

Actress Evelyn Tan recalls telling daughter Kristen Lin to ‘get out of the house’ during rebellious phase

Actress Evelyn Tan recalls telling daughter Kristen Lin to ‘get out of the house’ during rebellious phase

17/04/2026

South Korea's four main K-pop agencies planning to launch new global music festival

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17/04/2026

Japan’s viral Cheese Wonder cheesecake available at Ion Orchard pop-up in May

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Commentary

Matthias Yeo

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17/04/2026

Nirmal Ghosh

Nirmal Ghosh

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17/04/2026

Commentary: With the Iran war, have the days of cheap oil come to an end?

Flavio Macau

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Khoon Goh

Khoon Goh

Commentary: Inflation rears its ugly head again amid Iran war – how bad could it get?

16/04/2026

Nicholas Fang

Nicholas Fang

Commentary: New NS medical grading system prepares Singapore for evolving threats

16/04/2026

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Two landmark satellite antennas removed from Bukit Timah Satellite Earth Station

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12/04/2026

Am I missing out if I don’t lunch with colleagues? Here’s what I realised about friendships at work

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12/04/2026

This owner of a 50-year-old Katong hobby shop aims to keep model-building alive in screen-obsessed world

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13/04/2026

With energy costs rising, here's how Singaporeans are changing their lifestyles and choices to adapt

Ground Up: With energy costs rising, here's how Singaporeans are changing their lifestyles and choices to adapt

11/04/2026

From Raffles Hotel to Yeo's and Tiger Beer, can homegrown brands keep their Singapore links alive after going global?

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11/04/2026

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This Singaporean turned a heritage shophouse in Penang into a museum of rare vintage bags

This Singaporean turned a heritage shophouse in Penang into a museum of rare vintage bags

17/04/2026

The watches to mark a woman’s milestones – through career, marriage, family and beyond

The watches to mark a woman’s milestones – through career, marriage, family and beyond

16/04/2026

Cartier at Watches and Wonders 2026: The return of the Roadster, a skeletonised Crash and more highlights

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16/04/2026

Chanel dials up the fun at Watches and Wonders 2026 with the Coco Game capsule collection

Chanel dials up the fun at Watches and Wonders 2026 with the Coco Game capsule collection

15/04/2026

Looking for a quieter alternative to Kyoto? Kurashiki offers craft, denim and kaiseki without the crowds

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15/04/2026

Luxury group Kering reports Gucci sales slump as turnaround plan faces fresh pressure

Luxury group Kering reports Gucci sales slump as turnaround plan faces fresh pressure

15/04/2026

Rolex celebrates 100 years of the Oyster with new releases at Watches and Wonders 2026

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13/04/2026

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