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Japan quake toll hits 34 as survivors struggle in heat

Japan quake toll hits 34 as survivors struggle in heat

Hundreds of rescue workers are battling for another day to reach possible survivors in the remains of the Aeon shopping mall in Kashima in the Kumamoto region.

30/07/2026

From WhatsApp to GoDaddy: How India is trying to stop cybercrime before it happens

From WhatsApp to GoDaddy: How India is trying to stop cybercrime before it happens

30/07/2026

Newspaper in China’s Guangxi becomes unlikely collector's item after Wang Hong's Fields Medal win

Newspaper in China’s Guangxi becomes unlikely collector's item after Wang Hong's Fields Medal win

30/07/2026

Death toll from China landslide rises to 51, 10 missing: authorities

Death toll from China landslide rises to 51, 10 missing: authorities

31/07/2026

What is ‘salad bar’ extremism, and is a new rehab playbook needed to tackle this form of radicalisation?

In the last 10 months, the Internal Security Department (ISD) has handled at least three instances of “salad bar” extremism under the Internal Security Act.

30/07/2026

Ahead of electoral debut in Negeri Sembilan, Wawasan seeks to reclaim Malaysia’s political centre

The new party’s secretary-general Saifuddin Abdullah tells CNA it wants to offer a more moderate and inclusive brand of politics, but analysts argue it must first prove its relevance, starting with the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state polls.

30/07/2026

Customers 'trapped' in rooms until they agreed to buy: Beauty chain to provide S$1 million in refunds after probe

Customers 'trapped' in rooms until they agreed to buy: Beauty chain to provide S$1 million in refunds after probe

30/07/2026

Police investigations ongoing after UK band Massive Attack shows support for Palestinians at Singapore concert

Police investigations ongoing after UK band Massive Attack shows support for Palestinians at Singapore concert

30/07/2026

Singapore expert panel recommends targeting harmful social media features instead of imposing age bans

Singapore expert panel recommends targeting harmful social media features instead of imposing age bans

30/07/2026

What AI can't replace: The judgment to lead

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30/07/2026

From WhatsApp to GoDaddy: How India is trying to stop cybercrime before it happens

From WhatsApp to GoDaddy: How India is trying to stop cybercrime before it happens

30/07/2026

Newspaper in China’s Guangxi becomes unlikely collector's item after Wang Hong's Fields Medal win

Newspaper in China’s Guangxi becomes unlikely collector's item after Wang Hong's Fields Medal win

30/07/2026

Death toll from China landslide rises to 51, 10 missing: authorities

Death toll from China landslide rises to 51, 10 missing: authorities

31/07/2026

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South Korea opens parliamentary probe into World Cup failure

South Korea opens parliamentary probe into World Cup failure

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Power bank emits smoke at Buangkok MRT station

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Porsche driver who let 2 young sons ride on boot fined, banned from driving

Porsche driver who let 2 young sons ride on boot fined, banned from driving

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Deep Dive: Why Community Care Apartments don't appeal to some seniors

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Backlash over FIFA president Infantino's plans to sell World Cup stake

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Singapore must strengthen talent pipeline of business events industry to stay competitive: Gan Siow Huang

Singapore must strengthen talent pipeline of business events industry to stay competitive: Gan Siow Huang

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No more Marmite in Singapore? What this means for your favourite dishes at local restaurants

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Singapore to take part in inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, will face Indonesia, Malaysia and India

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How some Singapore government agencies became the country's most engaging social media creators

How some Singapore government agencies became the country's most engaging social media creators

30/07/2026

China's changing footprint in South Africa

China's changing footprint in South Africa

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US government map of Africa mislabels every country at global conference

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Teen who licked iJooz straw and returned it to vending machine gets S$600 fine

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Podcasts

Deep Dive - Why are Community Care Apartments struggling to attract older Singaporeans?

Why are Community Care Apartments struggling to attract older Singaporeans?

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CNA Correspondent - Is China's economic success creating a domestic paradox?

Is China's economic success creating a domestic paradox?

29/07/2026 Resume Pause 34 mins

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No more Marmite in Singapore? What this means for your favourite dishes at local restaurants

No more Marmite in Singapore? What this means for your favourite dishes at local restaurants

30/07/2026

How some Singapore government agencies became the country's most engaging social media creators

How some Singapore government agencies became the country's most engaging social media creators

30/07/2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day proves you don’t need the multiverse to make a great superhero movie

30/07/2026

Actress Kayly Loh gives birth to first child following IVF pregnancy

Actress Kayly Loh gives birth to first child following IVF pregnancy

30/07/2026

Little Farms opens new all-day dining restaurant and picnic kiosk at Singapore Botanic Gardens

Little Farms opens new all-day dining restaurant and picnic kiosk at Singapore Botanic Gardens

30/07/2026

BTS pulls out of Grammys after Asian pop category introduction

BTS pulls out of Grammys after Asian pop category introduction

30/07/2026

Dan's Steaks by former radio DJ Daniel Ong to shut down: 'Running a small business is incredibly tough'

Dan's Steaks by former radio DJ Daniel Ong to shut down: 'Running a small business is incredibly tough'

29/07/2026

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30/07/2026

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30/07/2026

Commentary: Trump is sowing fear over Cuba, terrorism and the ‘radical left’. What comes next?

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30/07/2026

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29/07/2026

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28/07/2026

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27/07/2026

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Voices: Stop criticising Gen Z workers. Start fixing how you hire and lead them

Is every generation really lazier than the last? Perhaps the problem isn't the workers, but how employers are choosing to hire and motivate them, writes business owner Kelvin Kao.

26/07/2026

This community gardener doesn't just grow fruits and flowers, he nurtures kampung spirit

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The habits draining your energy at work – and how to fix them

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27/07/2026

My son was abused at childcare. I kept wondering if I could have spotted the signs sooner

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25/07/2026

Despite lukewarm support at home, Singapore musicians are making waves overseas

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Singapore’s Como Group is taking its understated luxury hotels to the world

Singapore’s Como Group is taking its understated luxury hotels to the world

30/07/2026

The Singapore Martini Club opens with more than 50 martinis and rail travel glamour

The Singapore Martini Club opens with more than 50 martinis and rail travel glamour

30/07/2026

What makes a city truly liveable? Designers and planners are looking beyond buildings and infrastructure

What makes a city truly liveable? Designers and planners are looking beyond buildings and infrastructure

30/07/2026

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026: Guangzhou bar Hope & Sesame is No 1, Singapore scores four spots

Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026: Guangzhou bar Hope & Sesame is No 1, Singapore scores four spots

29/07/2026

Dior and Louis Vuitton help their owner LVMH return to growth

Dior and Louis Vuitton help their owner LVMH return to growth

28/07/2026

Why Tasmania’s Chardonnay is gaining global attention

Why Tasmania’s Chardonnay is gaining global attention

28/07/2026

Maebashi is quietly becoming one of Japan’s most creative cities

Maebashi is quietly becoming one of Japan’s most creative cities

28/07/2026

Insider

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