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'Unprecedented' energy disruption from Middle East war: Govt announces support measures - The conflict will impact more sectors of Singapore's economy, and lead to higher electricity and food prices: DPM Gan.

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S'pore will not negotiate for safe passage through Strait of Hormuz as matter of principle: Vivian

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Nearly $1b in extra help for S'poreans amid rising costs, Govt to do more if needed: Jeffrey Siow

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Trump warns 'whole civilisation will die' in Iran if Tehran does not heed his ultimatum

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News analysis - Who will blink first? Trump wants talks to end war, but Iran won't bow easily to pressure

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NASA releases picture of Earthset shot by Artemis II crew

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Indonesia charges 19 over alleged baby trafficking ring that sent infants to Singapore

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China returns as S-E Asia's preferred superpower as fears grow over Trump's policies: ISEAS survey

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Nearly $1b in extra help for S'poreans amid rising costs, Govt to do more if needed: Jeffrey Siow - The $500 CDC vouchers announced in Budget 2026 will be disbursed in June 2026, instead of January 2027.

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Recap: More support for firms, households amid Mid-East conflict; inflation expected to go up

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Singapore faces risk of slower growth, higher inflation as Middle East conflict drags on: DPM Gan

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2½ years' jail for man wanted by FBI for facilitating oil supply to North Korea

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China returns as S-E Asia's preferred superpower as fears grow over Trump's policies: ISEAS survey

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Concerns over ASEAN's effectiveness, though it's seen as proactive in Thailand-Cambodia clash: Survey

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Indonesia charges 19 over alleged baby trafficking ring that sent infants to Singapore

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Energy crisis caused by Iran war reveals a tale of two Indonesias

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Strait of Hormuz: The tollbooth in the middle of the world

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Is Trump the US president who loses Asia to China?

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Singapore universities produce top students. Why don't more of them become entrepreneurs?

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$50 million matters only if Singapore football builds something worthy with it

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Sumiko at 62: Four simple exercises from a physiotherapist for stronger knees

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Singapore taps digital payments everywhere, but cash still lingers

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The Week in Pictures: Displaced people in Beirut; Good Friday service in Sydney

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Track your path to 2026 World Cup glory with The Straits Times' results simulator

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Too fast, too colourful: Are your kids' favourite shows good for them?

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When heart meets action: Shining a light on social work excellence in Singapore

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Sumiko at 62: 4 simple exercises from a physiotherapist to ease back pain

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Are HDB flats near train stations more valuable? It depends on the town

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Wellness or worry: Inside the rise of beauty and massage shops in the heartland

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How to get a billion passengers to fly in India

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Green Pulse Podcast -- How can Singapore beat the heat and high electricity prices without aircon?

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Headstart On Record Podcast -- Should I buy silver?

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Asian Insider Podcast -- India's $70 billion spiritual market fueled by bhajan clubbing

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ST Podcasts -- Discover The Straits Times' award-winning podcasts

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Headstart On Record Podcast - Should I buy silver? Is silver a safe haven for investors like gold and will its price rise due to war?

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askST Jobs: I struggle to say 'no' at work. How can I set boundaries?

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When to ask your date, 'How much do you earn?'

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Bangkok internship, exchange in London: Singapore students explore ASEAN, China beyond the West

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Young & Savvy -- You may have heard of 'frugal chic'. Is it just another way to justify buying something you don't need?

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ST More than Grades -- S'porean teen learnt to speak more than 10 languages, with help from Harry Potter

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Duck confit for $18++: Where to get affordable French food in Singapore

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Me and My Money: Passion for teaching drives her tuition business journey

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Large families with young children to receive $1,000 in LifeSG credits on April 28

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Fire breaks out at Buona Vista building which houses Mindef's digital tech agency

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Travellers flying out of Singapore allowed only 2 power banks from April 15; extras to be discarded

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Man fails in claim for 4 luxury watches he alleged were gifts from father-in-law

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Music producer Lee Si Song, 59, cycles 22km twice a week for health after 2025 brain bleed

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Fatal Chinatown accident: Driver to be charged on April 8 over death of 6-year-old girl

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Church pastor repeatedly molested girl with severe specific language impairment

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Jail for driver who stepped on accelerator by mistake, hitting pedestrians at Nex taxi stand

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Jail for man caught naked in car with lover after he drove off with her husband on bonnet

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Nearly $1b in extra help for S'poreans amid rising costs, Govt to do more if needed: Jeffrey Siow

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Coffee, tea or something else? The hidden culprits behind your yellowing teeth

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Ditch the glasses and contacts: More surgery options to fix your myopia

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The health insurance review every S'porean needs to do now

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More family time, less housework? This robot is making it happen

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Powering AI sustainably: S'pore platform rethinks energy for the data centre age

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Business ecosystem, global rankings, connectivity: Why 270,000 professionals have chosen Hong Kong

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