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Cape Town police ended a high-speed chase on Tuesday after seizing several kilograms of dagga, sparking debates about law enforcement priorities and their economic implications. The incident, which…
Mar 18, 2026
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The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections took a pivotal turn as the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Communist Party of India (CPI) announced a strategic alliance, securing five key seats. The pac…
Mar 18, 2026
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Portuguese football club Sporting Clube de Portugal faces Arsenal in the UEFA Europa League, a match that has drawn attention for its potential economic implications on Singapore's markets. Despite…
Mar 18, 2026
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Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced sweeping reforms to the Train Delay Repay (TDR) scheme, simplifying the process for passengers to claim compensation for delays. The changes…
Mar 18, 2026
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NordVPN announced a 77% discount on its premium subscriptions for March 2026, sparking discussions about its implications for Singapore’s cybersecurity market, consumer spending, and competitive dy…
Mar 18, 2026
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The Singapore Statistics Office (SSO) has introduced alcohol-free beer and pet grooming services as new components of its inflation basket, marking a shift in measuring consumer price trends. The m…
Mar 18, 2026
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The House panel has called for an urgent evaluation of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) following alarming reports of high dropout rates and poor fund utilisation. This initiative, a…
Mar 18, 2026
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Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal sparked a political firestorm after allegedly calling Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi a "trophy chor" (a slang term for a sycophant) during a post-match interview fol…
Mar 18, 2026
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Sam's Club, the warehouse retail giant, has announced a sweeping coupon and deals campaign for March 2026, offering consumers up to 60% discounts on a range of products, from groceries to electroni…
Mar 18, 2026
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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed that nearly 244,000 Indian citizens have returned to India from West Asia since February 28, marking a significant repatriation wave. This influx, dr…
Mar 18, 2026
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola faced backlash after a controversial referee decision during a high-stakes match against Real Madrid, sparking intense debate among fans and analysts. The inci…
Mar 18, 2026
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences made history by awarding the inaugural Best Casting Oscar to the Brazilian film "Batalha Atrás de Batalha" at the 2024 ceremony in Los Angeles. This …
Mar 17, 2026
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