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Pritam Singh's disbarment marks likely end of long-running Raeesah Khan saga, say analysts

Pritam Singh's disbarment marks likely end of long-running Raeesah Khan saga, say analysts

The time and public resources directed at the saga symbolise that upholding honesty in politics matters, even when it comes at some cost, one political analyst said.

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Iran rejects Trump claims of US control over Hormuz as 'lies'

Iran rejects Trump claims of US control over Hormuz as 'lies'

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US flags dozens of trade partners as risks for aiding tariff evasion

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Pritam Singh struck off as lawyer after not contesting Law Society application

Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon said it was not disputed that the WP chief's offences involved dishonesty, and did not meet the high threshold for an exception to being struck off.

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Tensions flare as over 200 Singapore lawyers discuss full release of LawSoc bullying probe in closed-door meeting

Sources told CNA that the Law Society of Singapore will reconsider the decision not to release the full investigation report to members.

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Social media trends to blame? Why Malaysia is tightening hiking rules and what it means for hikers

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Taiwan says it was targeted last month in AI-driven hacking campaign

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Air India mandates drug tests for all pilots after mid-air plunge

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Heavy rain soaks eastern Japan, prompting highest-level warning

Heavy rain soaks eastern Japan, prompting highest-level warning

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Iran rejects Trump claims of US control over Hormuz as 'lies'

Iran rejects Trump claims of US control over Hormuz as 'lies'

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US flags dozens of trade partners as risks for aiding tariff evasion

US flags dozens of trade partners as risks for aiding tariff evasion

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