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Shanmugam and Tan See Leng to donate Bloomberg damages to charity, say defamation suit was about protecting integrity

Shanmugam and Tan See Leng to donate Bloomberg damages to charity, say defamation suit was about protecting integrity

Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said allowing Bloomberg "to get away with publishing lies and falsehoods" would set "a new norm" and discourage good people from serving the public.

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Trump steps back from proposal for Hormuz fees in favour of Gulf investment deals

Trump steps back from proposal for Hormuz fees in favour of Gulf investment deals

15/07/2026

Hormuz closure, Gulf strikes: What we know about the latest Iran-US attacks

Hormuz closure, Gulf strikes: What we know about the latest Iran-US attacks

14/07/2026

Singapore, Indonesia launch defence alumni initiative

Singapore, Indonesia launch defence alumni initiative

14/07/2026

Bloomberg, reporter ordered to pay Shanmugam, Tan See Leng S$230,000 each in damages over defamatory article

The judge found that the December 2024 article about Good Class Bungalow transactions had defamed the ministers.

14/07/2026

Singapore, Malaysia reaffirm need to 'deepen cooperation' in areas including food security and energy

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, who is currently on a state visit to Malaysia, met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday (Jul 13), during which they exchanged views on geopolitical developments, including the Middle East situation.

14/07/2026

Singaporeans working across Causeway speak of trade-offs - after Malaysia minister suggests growing numbers

Singaporeans working across Causeway speak of trade-offs - after Malaysia minister suggests growing numbers

14/07/2026

Malaysia probes startup community based in Johor's Forest City over alleged Israeli links

Malaysia probes startup community based in Johor's Forest City over alleged Israeli links

14/07/2026

Changi Airport says Terminal 5 capacity remains on track despite global uncertainties

Changi Airport says Terminal 5 capacity remains on track despite global uncertainties

14/07/2026

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Trump steps back from proposal for Hormuz fees in favour of Gulf investment deals

Trump steps back from proposal for Hormuz fees in favour of Gulf investment deals

15/07/2026

Hormuz closure, Gulf strikes: What we know about the latest Iran-US attacks

Hormuz closure, Gulf strikes: What we know about the latest Iran-US attacks

14/07/2026

Singapore, Indonesia launch defence alumni initiative

Singapore, Indonesia launch defence alumni initiative

14/07/2026

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Grief, anger as friends, families mourn Bangkok pub fire victims

Grief, anger as friends, families mourn Bangkok pub fire victims

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Chinese residents make the most of flooding with water sports, pet rafts

Chinese residents make the most of flooding with water sports, pet rafts

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US says it used sea drones for first time to strike Iranian naval base

US says it used sea drones for first time to strike Iranian naval base

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Bangkok pub fire survivors recount deadly blaze

Bangkok pub fire survivors recount deadly blaze

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No World Cup trophy, but Haaland returns to Norway with stuffed 'whiskey raccoon'

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UK police say former minister Widdecombe's murder was a targeted attack

UK police say former minister Widdecombe's murder was a targeted attack

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Trump pays US$5 mn to writer for assault, defamation

Trump pays US$5 mn to writer for assault, defamation

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Bangkok governor vows tighter regulations as bar fire death toll rises to 30

Bangkok governor vows tighter regulations as bar fire death toll rises to 30

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Man linked to 7 road accidents over 4 months to be charged with driving under the influence of etomidate

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WHO says it has less than half funding needed to fight Ebola

WHO says it has less than half funding needed to fight Ebola

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Singapore pledges US$2 million to support Ebola response in DR Congo and Uganda

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Netanyahu says Israel will deliver 'decisive blow' if Iran attacks

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UK approval for China's mega embassy in London challenged in court by locals

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Buy into the next big IPO or avoid the hype?

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Singapore's Boutiques fair heads to Bangkok: More than 120 independent brands and what to expect

Singapore's Boutiques fair heads to Bangkok: More than 120 independent brands and what to expect

14/07/2026

Twice's Tzuyu reportedly leaving longtime agency JYP Entertainment

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Veteran Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi dies at 75

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'Durians don't wait for you': Sellers in Singapore say prices have started to rise again

'Durians don't wait for you': Sellers in Singapore say prices have started to rise again

14/07/2026

Mediacorp Tamil drama Must Date The Playboy! surpasses 100 million views, fans can meet cast on Jul 18

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Snap Insight: Johor state polls shatter turnout myth and hand PM Anwar his first real reckoning

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10/07/2026

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Sushi Ryujiro by Michelin-starred Ryujiro Nakamura returns with a new home at Capitol Kempinski

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Could wellness be the next frontier in automotive luxury?

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Bhutan beyond Tiger’s Nest: A slower journey through Paro, Thimphu and Punakha

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How Hangzhou-born jeweller Feng J became one of high jewellery’s most sought-after names

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Insider

She ditched a six-figure salary to save her dad’s business, and uncovered S$500,000 in bad debt

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