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Why is China buying up gold?
Beijing’s gold purchases reflect a shift away from reliance on US dollar assets, experts say.
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Thousands stranded as Anak Krakatau eruption shutters Indonesian airports
A total of 1,558 flights have been delayed or cancelled across the eight affected airports.
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Singapore’s plans to clear forest for homes lead to rare public protests
Bid to rezone forested areas for housing prompts unusual public opposition in Southeast Asian city-state.
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AI fraud costing victims millions of dollars
Deepfake scams are becoming harder to spot as criminals use AI to impersonate officials and public figures.
Published On 23 Aug 2026
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Singapore-flagged container ship crashes into riverbank in India
A Singapore-flagged container ship crashed into a bank of the Hooghly River in eastern India.
Published On 13 Aug 2026
Massive Attack says members held after pro-Palestine display in Singapore
Music group says ‘proud’ to have made ‘impromptu expression’ of support for Palestine by unfurling flag during concert.
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Singapore bans UK band Massive Attack over Palestinian flag
Singapore barred two members of British band Massive Attack from re-entering the country.
Published On 1 Aug 2026
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French teen fined in Singapore over ‘straw licking’ stunt
A French teenager has been fined about $465 after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge in Singapore.
Published On 30 Jul 2026
Singapore minister resigns over ‘interactions with a woman’, PM says
The People’s Action Party, which prides itself on a clean reputation, has been rocked by a series of scandals recently.
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China’s Xi Jinping launches new AI alliance: What is it?
Beijing is likely to use the WAICO alliance to influence global AI regulations, analysts say.
Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
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