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๐บ๐ธ US imposes sanctions on Chinese teapot refinery for buying Iranian oil https://asia1.news/3QxH1zN
๐จ๐ณ China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home https://asia1.news/4vMvrBb
๐ Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in 5 years in new China campaign https://asia1.news/4vPYdRl
๐บ๐ธ US imposes sanctions on Chinese teapot refinery for buying Iranian oil https://asia1.news/3QxH1zN
๐จ๐ณ China's global EV push reflects its ambition - and harsh economics at home https://asia1.news/4vMvrBb
๐ Hyundai Motor to launch 20 models in 5 years in new China campaign https://asia1.news/4vPYdRl
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๐ These colonial-era bungalows in Tanglin will house a new lifestyle hub โ here's what we expect to see
The site's master operator, TS Home, plans to develop communal spaces, with car-lite, pet-friendly, outdoor fitness and recreation areas.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mNnaZn
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The site's master operator, TS Home, plans to develop communal spaces, with car-lite, pet-friendly, outdoor fitness and recreation areas.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mNnaZn
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โ๏ธ Vietjet to take first Airbus A330neo delivery this year as it expands into Europe
The airline is looking to launch direct flights to Europe, with the Czech Republic, Germany, Britain and France as potential destinations.
READ: https://asia1.news/3R1GrdJ
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The airline is looking to launch direct flights to Europe, with the Czech Republic, Germany, Britain and France as potential destinations.
READ: https://asia1.news/3R1GrdJ
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Trump uninjured after security incident at White House correspondents dinner; no injuries reported
President Donald Trump and other top leaders of the United States were evacuated from an annual dinner of White House correspondents on Saturday (April 25) night after an unspecified threat. Some in the crowd reported hearing what they believed to be five to eight shots fired.
READ: https://asia1.news/4eamhIa
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President Donald Trump and other top leaders of the United States were evacuated from an annual dinner of White House correspondents on Saturday (April 25) night after an unspecified threat. Some in the crowd reported hearing what they believed to be five to eight shots fired.
READ: https://asia1.news/4eamhIa
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Trump cancels envoys' Pakistan trip, in blow to hopes for Iran war breakthrough
Trump told reporters in Florida that he decided to call off the planned visit by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner because the talks in Islamabad involved too much travel and expense, and Iran's latest peace offer was not good enough for him.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mQjNAZ
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Trump told reporters in Florida that he decided to call off the planned visit by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner because the talks in Islamabad involved too much travel and expense, and Iran's latest peace offer was not good enough for him.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mQjNAZ
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๐ฎ Driver turns into 2 oncoming motorcycles along North Bridge Road, 1 rider injured
Dashcam footage shows the car making a sudden right turn into an open-air car park off Victoria Link, into the two oncoming motorcycles.
READ: https://asia1.news/4txPLVb
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Dashcam footage shows the car making a sudden right turn into an open-air car park off Victoria Link, into the two oncoming motorcycles.
READ: https://asia1.news/4txPLVb
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๐ Filipino pageant contestant struts in 'non-pageant body', sparking debate over male beauty
The 21-year-old, who is a Mister Pampanga 2026 candidate, strutted around a bayside boardwalk on April 19 with nothing on but his snug swim trunks - and a body that turned the standard for male beauty on its head.
READ: https://asia1.news/4uuSC1t
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The 21-year-old, who is a Mister Pampanga 2026 candidate, strutted around a bayside boardwalk on April 19 with nothing on but his snug swim trunks - and a body that turned the standard for male beauty on its head.
READ: https://asia1.news/4uuSC1t
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๐ Man killed in Bukit Panjang garbage truck incident; driver arrested
A video by SGRV Front Man showing a wheelchair stuck under the vehicle as the driver was arrested and investigations continue.
READ: https://asia1.news/48n2VvK
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A video by SGRV Front Man showing a wheelchair stuck under the vehicle as the driver was arrested and investigations continue.
READ: https://asia1.news/48n2VvK
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๐คฉ Consumers to receive $10m cashback boost from DBS amid cost pressures
3 million cashback redemptions will also be available at hawker centres, heartland shops and supermarkets
READ: https://asia1.news/4txQLIV
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3 million cashback redemptions will also be available at hawker centres, heartland shops and supermarkets
READ: https://asia1.news/4txQLIV
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๐ Too many eyes: Chinese police apologise after installing over 10 cameras at junction
In a statement on Saturday (April 25), the authorities said 12 cameras and 16 lighting devices were out of use and apologised for not promptly removing them.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cy4XeX
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In a statement on Saturday (April 25), the authorities said 12 cameras and 16 lighting devices were out of use and apologised for not promptly removing them.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cy4XeX
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๐ PM Wong calls economic partnership a 'key pillar' as Singapore and Japan mark 60 years of ties
Over the past six decades, the relationship between Singapore and Japan has developed into a "multifaceted partnership" anchored in "close people-to-people ties, substantive co-operation, and a convergence of strategic interests", PM Wong wrote.
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Over the past six decades, the relationship between Singapore and Japan has developed into a "multifaceted partnership" anchored in "close people-to-people ties, substantive co-operation, and a convergence of strategic interests", PM Wong wrote.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cNaDRd
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๐ฎโ๐จ 'Not every time so lucky': Boy dashes across Bukit Batok road, into path of oncoming vehicle
Dashcam footage shows the student dashing across the road from in front of the bus without first checking for oncoming vehicles
READ: https://asia1.news/4cRuqz1
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Dashcam footage shows the student dashing across the road from in front of the bus without first checking for oncoming vehicles
READ: https://asia1.news/4cRuqz1
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๐ฎ Malaysia busts migrant smuggling ring using Singapore and Thailand as transit hubs
"Officers tracked the arrival of a group of Indonesian nationals travelling to the Klang Valley from Kelantan via express buses," Immigration Department director-general Zakaria Shaaban told media on Sunday.
READ: https://asia1.news/4u3rpT4
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"Officers tracked the arrival of a group of Indonesian nationals travelling to the Klang Valley from Kelantan via express buses," Immigration Department director-general Zakaria Shaaban told media on Sunday.
READ: https://asia1.news/4u3rpT4
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๐ฒ๐พ Malaysia names former judge to head anti-corruption agency after scandals
Former judge Abdul Halim Aman will take the helm of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on May 13.
READ: https://asia1.news/4e58tid
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Former judge Abdul Halim Aman will take the helm of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on May 13.
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๐ง Trump cancels envoys' Pakistan trip, in blow to hopes for Iran war breakthrough
Trump said Iran's latest peace offer was not good enough for him.
READ: https://asia1.news/3QnVC0O
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Trump said Iran's latest peace offer was not good enough for him.
READ: https://asia1.news/3QnVC0O
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How the USโIran war could affect Singapore property prices and mortgage rates
Thinking of investing or getting a property for stay? Find out how previous conflicts have impacted Singapore's property market, and how the ongoing Middle East conflict may affect it.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cvOEiR
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Thinking of investing or getting a property for stay? Find out how previous conflicts have impacted Singapore's property market, and how the ongoing Middle East conflict may affect it.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cvOEiR
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๐ Best yoga and meditation retreats in Bali, Indonesia
Whether you're chasing proper teaching, a few days of stillness, or something more immersive, Bali has options galore.
READ: https://asia1.news/3R058as
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Whether you're chasing proper teaching, a few days of stillness, or something more immersive, Bali has options galore.
READ: https://asia1.news/3R058as
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๐ค South Korean prosecutors deny police request for arrest warrant for K-pop mogul behind BTS
53-year-old music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, is being investigated over allegations that he misled investors in 2019 by indicating that Hybe had no immediate plans to go public.
This allegedly prompted them to sell their shares to a private equity fund, shortly before the company proceeded with an initial public offering.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mURTE3
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53-year-old music tycoon Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, is being investigated over allegations that he misled investors in 2019 by indicating that Hybe had no immediate plans to go public.
This allegedly prompted them to sell their shares to a private equity fund, shortly before the company proceeded with an initial public offering.
READ: https://asia1.news/4mURTE3
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๐คฉ This Is Michael: Popular Michael Jackson tribute show lands in Singapore this June
The show happens on June 5 2026 at the Capitol Theatre with two showtimes at 6.30pm and 9.30pm.
READ: https://asia1.news/3OLy8C3
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The show happens on June 5 2026 at the Capitol Theatre with two showtimes at 6.30pm and 9.30pm.
READ: https://asia1.news/3OLy8C3
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โโ๏ธ BTS fans told not to climb El Paso mountains when group performs 2 huge Sun Bowl shows in May
The stadium's dramatic setting, carved straight into the Franklin Mountains, has always tempted thrillโseekers to scramble up the rocky slopes for a free view.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cMutMm
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The stadium's dramatic setting, carved straight into the Franklin Mountains, has always tempted thrillโseekers to scramble up the rocky slopes for a free view.
READ: https://asia1.news/4cMutMm
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