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The Straits Times - Opinion

Iran war: Israel wins either way but the US has much to lose -- An extended conflict could distract the US from its goal of containing China while encouraging more states to go nuclear.

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Some released Hamas prisoners are relocating to South-east Asia, raising security concerns

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Three targets for US boots on the ground in Iran

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How Paris beat the car

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Commentary - Distressed Dubai does not mean Advantage Singapore

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Why 'shadow tankers' are the only ships sailing through the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran's strikes on Gulf countries will spur review of regional security and US bases -- The stand-off exposes divides between Iran, a Persian and largely Shi'ite state, and Arab Sunni monarchies.

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The AI doomsday report that shook Wall Street – and why its critics have a point

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Singapore and space: Why the Equator gives the country a strategic edge

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Commentary - China's quiet blame game before the Xi-Trump summit

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China's growth is softening and global uncertainty does not help

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Forum: What 'Welcome home' meant to a Singaporean on board an RSAF evacuation flight

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Finding Joy - Grandchildren are gifts and a source of great happiness - Looking after their young grandchildren in their 60s is a weighty task, but one that has many rewards, says the writer.

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Some released Hamas prisoners are relocating to South-east Asia, raising security concerns

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Iran war: Israel wins either way but the US has much to lose

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Three targets for US boots on the ground in Iran

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How Paris beat the car

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When Singapore-based firms clash with Chinese regulators

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Forum: Should children spend most of their waking hours in childcare?

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Distressed Dubai does not mean Advantage Singapore

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Forum: Make road signs around Changi Airport more useful

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Forum: In our quest for productivity, don't forget the human touch

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Forum: Academic standards can be maintained while recognising learning differences

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