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Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting on Friday: US official

Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting on Friday: US official

Fighting had earlier escalated sharply between Israel and Hezbollah in south Lebanon on Friday (Jun 19), with at least 47 people reported killed in Israeli strikes.

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Singapore's new wellness destination in 2030: Pools, water slides, saunas and tropical gardens at Marina South

Singapore's new wellness destination in 2030: Pools, water slides, saunas and tropical gardens at Marina South

19/06/2026

South Korea fans remain confident of World Cup progression despite Mexico defeat

South Korea fans remain confident of World Cup progression despite Mexico defeat

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Why China still lacks an animal cruelty law despite growing public pressure

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Why China still lacks an animal cruelty law despite growing public pressure

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US-Iran deal under immediate strain after fighting flares in Lebanon

Iran said the US bore direct responsibility for Israel's attacks on Lebanon on Friday (Jun 19).

19/06/2026

US approves US$73 million rocket artillery upgrade sale to Singapore

The proposed sale of 18 Common Fire Control System upgrade kits for the M142 HIMARS “will not alter the basic military balance in the region”, says the US State Department.

19/06/2026

SCDF opens marine HQ on Pulau Brani with real-time surveillance tech, ship rescue training facilities

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19/06/2026

Fire breaks out at Whampoa hawker centre, 100 people evacuated

Fire breaks out at Whampoa hawker centre, 100 people evacuated

19/06/2026

Windsor nursing home failed to sustain fixes after 2024 audit found lapses: MOH

Windsor nursing home failed to sustain fixes after 2024 audit found lapses: MOH

19/06/2026

High Time: How colour, texture and craftsmanship are transforming the modern watch dial

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19/06/2026

Singapore's new wellness destination in 2030: Pools, water slides, saunas and tropical gardens at Marina South

Singapore's new wellness destination in 2030: Pools, water slides, saunas and tropical gardens at Marina South

19/06/2026

South Korea fans remain confident of World Cup progression despite Mexico defeat

South Korea fans remain confident of World Cup progression despite Mexico defeat

19/06/2026

Why China still lacks an animal cruelty law despite growing public pressure

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Why China still lacks an animal cruelty law despite growing public pressure

19/06/2026

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AI supercharging online scams across Asia, warns Interpol’s cybercrime chief

AI supercharging online scams across Asia, warns Interpol’s cybercrime chief

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When street art meets public complaints: Who decides what's allowed?

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Therme Singapore: What the future 7-storey wellness attraction at Marina South could be like

Therme Singapore: What the future 7-storey wellness attraction at Marina South could be like

19/06/2026

'Hype comes with the territory': CJ Hendry addresses Flower Market scalpers ahead of JuJu exhibit in Singapore

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Actress Joanne Peh cancels sales livestream in China due to 'zero respect from merchant'

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From Middle-earth to Dune: How a dad-and-daughter duo turned a fantasy collection into a Singapore exhibition

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Tim Ho Wan to close first Singapore outlet at Plaza Singapura after 13 years, to hold farewell event on Jul 12

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Commentary

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Cartier’s historic tiaras and jewels take centre stage at Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria

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20 years of impact: Inside Cartier’s long-standing support for women social entrepreneurs

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