🎓👏 'My classroom was never within 4 walls': Donnie Yen receives Doctor of Humanities from Lingnan University
The Hong Kong action star-director was given the award at the institute's Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony on Monday (Jan 26) alongside five others.
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The Hong Kong action star-director was given the award at the institute's Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony on Monday (Jan 26) alongside five others.
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🚨SCDF to sound public warning system sirens islandwide on Feb 1 at 3pm
Usually held on Feb 15 at 6.20pm, the one-off change in date is to mark the commencement of Exercise SG Ready 2026 in support of Total Defence Day, SCDF said in a statement on Wednesday (Jan 28).
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Usually held on Feb 15 at 6.20pm, the one-off change in date is to mark the commencement of Exercise SG Ready 2026 in support of Total Defence Day, SCDF said in a statement on Wednesday (Jan 28).
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Commissioner of Charities to conduct inquiry into Animal Lovers League
The Commissioner of Charities said Animal Lovers League (ALL) has not complied with the Charities Act, including the "persistent" non-submission of annual reports, and its failure to furnish specified documents and information relating to the charity.
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The Commissioner of Charities said Animal Lovers League (ALL) has not complied with the Charities Act, including the "persistent" non-submission of annual reports, and its failure to furnish specified documents and information relating to the charity.
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❤️ Once homeless in Singapore, Gen Z student defies the odds to excel in school
While many of us rarely think twice about having a place to sleep or food on the table, Lipson had to navigate financial struggles and was homeless three times as he prepared for his O-Level examinations.
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While many of us rarely think twice about having a place to sleep or food on the table, Lipson had to navigate financial struggles and was homeless three times as he prepared for his O-Level examinations.
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🏥 'We are always on alert': Ong Ye Kung assures Singaporeans regarding Nipah virus
Medical practitioners and laboratories are required to notify the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) immediately of all confirmed and suspected cases of the virus, while hospitals and emergency departments have been alerted to be vigilant for Nipah infections in patients with compatible symptoms and recent travel history to the affected area.
Temperature screening stations will also be set up at airports for flights arriving from affected areas.
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Medical practitioners and laboratories are required to notify the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) immediately of all confirmed and suspected cases of the virus, while hospitals and emergency departments have been alerted to be vigilant for Nipah infections in patients with compatible symptoms and recent travel history to the affected area.
Temperature screening stations will also be set up at airports for flights arriving from affected areas.
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🇲🇾 Work stress linked to LGBT lifestyle, says Malaysia's religious affairs minister
Work-related stress, social influences and a lack of religious practice can contribute to "LGBT-related behaviour", Dr Zulkifli Hasan stated on Monday (Jan 26), in a written parliamentary reply to a member of parliament.
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Work-related stress, social influences and a lack of religious practice can contribute to "LGBT-related behaviour", Dr Zulkifli Hasan stated on Monday (Jan 26), in a written parliamentary reply to a member of parliament.
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😢 'It raised 3 generations': Hup Chong Yong Tau Foo closes after 40 years in Toa Payoh
Hup Chong Yong Tau Foo will be shuttering its doors after its last day on Wednesday (Jan 28).
Just last month, the stall went viral for its response after citizen journalism site Stomp criticised Hup Chong's prices. In its online commentary, a writer said she had paid $9.20 for her meal.
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Hup Chong Yong Tau Foo will be shuttering its doors after its last day on Wednesday (Jan 28).
Just last month, the stall went viral for its response after citizen journalism site Stomp criticised Hup Chong's prices. In its online commentary, a writer said she had paid $9.20 for her meal.
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🤱Desmond Ng and wife expecting 1st child
The couple, both 38, broke the news in a joint Instagram post today (Jan 28), revealing the ultrasound photo of the fetus with the caption "Our first family photo."
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The couple, both 38, broke the news in a joint Instagram post today (Jan 28), revealing the ultrasound photo of the fetus with the caption "Our first family photo."
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🇮🇳 Air charter crash in India's Maharashtra kills key state leader
The deputy chief minister of India's wealthiest state of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar, was killed on Wednesday (Jan 28), along with four people on board his charter aircraft that went down in flames, the aviation regulator said.
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The deputy chief minister of India's wealthiest state of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar, was killed on Wednesday (Jan 28), along with four people on board his charter aircraft that went down in flames, the aviation regulator said.
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PropertyLimBrothers CEO Melvin Lim, VP Grayce Tan resign amid allegations of extra-marital affair; Marc Chan appointed interim CEO
PropertyLimBrothers CEO Melvin Lim and vice-president of strategy Grayce Tan have reportedly resigned from the real estate agency after an internal review.
Lim's name was removed from the company's website on Wednesday. Allegations that he was having an affair with a colleague began circulating online on Sunday.
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PropertyLimBrothers CEO Melvin Lim and vice-president of strategy Grayce Tan have reportedly resigned from the real estate agency after an internal review.
Lim's name was removed from the company's website on Wednesday. Allegations that he was having an affair with a colleague began circulating online on Sunday.
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😅 Oon Shu An says Andie Chen sells himself short in his directorial debut: 'He creates space for us to play'
Oon Shu An said Andie Chen “sells himself short” in his directorial debut, praising him for creating a supportive space that lets actors explore a hopeful, nuanced take on dementia.
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Oon Shu An said Andie Chen “sells himself short” in his directorial debut, praising him for creating a supportive space that lets actors explore a hopeful, nuanced take on dementia.
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😊 Tyler Ten opens up on 'rebellious' teen years, private caning punishment: 'You have to go through this to learn from it'
Tyler Ten said his rebellious teen years, including private caning, taught him important life lessons. He credits a former teacher’s guidance for shaping who he is today, themes echoed in his new drama Last But Not Least.
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Tyler Ten said his rebellious teen years, including private caning, taught him important life lessons. He credits a former teacher’s guidance for shaping who he is today, themes echoed in his new drama Last But Not Least.
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😆 Liu Yuning releases offbeat song with running gag to motivate student fans: 'If you don’t study, you might become a night soil collector'
The song comes just two days after Yuning's Weibo livestream on Jan 25, where he and his fans had an exchange on their long-running joke about lacking the motivation to go to school and complete homework.
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The song comes just two days after Yuning's Weibo livestream on Jan 25, where he and his fans had an exchange on their long-running joke about lacking the motivation to go to school and complete homework.
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☀️ Good morning! Here are some stories you might have missed yesterday:
🇭🇰 Hong Kong home prices post first annual gain since 2021 https://asia1.news/4pYmD6R
🇮🇳 Air charter crash in India's Maharashtra kills key state leader https://asia1.news/4ap3gOT
🇪🇺🇻🇳 EU, Vietnam to agree to boost work on minerals, chips, "trusted" 5G, draft document says https://asia1.news/45Ds4B3
🇭🇰 Hong Kong home prices post first annual gain since 2021 https://asia1.news/4pYmD6R
🇮🇳 Air charter crash in India's Maharashtra kills key state leader https://asia1.news/4ap3gOT
🇪🇺🇻🇳 EU, Vietnam to agree to boost work on minerals, chips, "trusted" 5G, draft document says https://asia1.news/45Ds4B3
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😶🌫 'Smoke hasn't reached Singapore's airspace': Johor deputy fire chief on Kota Tinggi peatland blaze
Johor's fire and rescue department said his department is closely monitoring the smoke situation to ensure that it does not affect the airspace of Singapore.
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Johor's fire and rescue department said his department is closely monitoring the smoke situation to ensure that it does not affect the airspace of Singapore.
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🚢 20,000 TEU container ship berthed at Keppel Terminal delights shipping enthusiasts
If you've passed by the Keppel area this week, or live/work in the area and have been wondering about the huge ship docked at PSA Keppel Terminal, here's what it is: https://asia1.news/4qJSrxr
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If you've passed by the Keppel area this week, or live/work in the area and have been wondering about the huge ship docked at PSA Keppel Terminal, here's what it is: https://asia1.news/4qJSrxr
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🧐 Malaysians who enter Singapore 8 times a month won't qualify for cash assistance: Liew Chin Tong
Malaysia's Deputy Finance Minister explained that those who make 8 or more crossings per month are considered to have spent significant time abroad. However, he has assured those affected that they can file an appeal.
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Malaysia's Deputy Finance Minister explained that those who make 8 or more crossings per month are considered to have spent significant time abroad. However, he has assured those affected that they can file an appeal.
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Woman filmed spitting water on MRT train charged with being a public nuisance, remanded at IMH
Sabrina Han Meizhen, a 37-year-old Singaporean, was charged at the State Courts yesterday (Jan 28) with one count of being a public nuisance by spitting water at a female passenger and on the train, causing annoyance to her and other members of the public.
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Sabrina Han Meizhen, a 37-year-old Singaporean, was charged at the State Courts yesterday (Jan 28) with one count of being a public nuisance by spitting water at a female passenger and on the train, causing annoyance to her and other members of the public.
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😮💨 'Who will be responsible if you fall and die?' Alex Honnold's Taipei 101 climb inspires copycats
Despite warnings in the film advising viewers not to reenact the Tapei 101 climb, several videos have since surfaced showing others trying to scale the building, with most getting stuck, raising concerns about the dangers of such stunts.
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Despite warnings in the film advising viewers not to reenact the Tapei 101 climb, several videos have since surfaced showing others trying to scale the building, with most getting stuck, raising concerns about the dangers of such stunts.
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😰 Landlord finds Joo Chiat shophouse turned into 'dorm'; tenant admits occupancy limit exceeded by 5 people
A landlord discovered his Joo Chiat shophouse had been overcrowded and turned into dorm-style housing, with about 18 people allegedly staying inside.
Authorities later found at least nine occupants, exceeding the legal occupancy cap by five.
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A landlord discovered his Joo Chiat shophouse had been overcrowded and turned into dorm-style housing, with about 18 people allegedly staying inside.
Authorities later found at least nine occupants, exceeding the legal occupancy cap by five.
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💰Budget 2026: PM Wong to deliver statement on Feb 12 at 3.30pm
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver the 2026 Budget statement at 3.30pm on Feb 12.
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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver the 2026 Budget statement at 3.30pm on Feb 12.
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