Russell wins Singapore GP for Mercedes; McLaren secure constructors’ title
Red Bull’s Verstappen finished second – and McLaren’s Norris, in third, has a 22-point lead in the drivers’ standings.
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ASEAN kicks off summits with China, Gulf states amid US tariff threat
Southeast Asian regional bloc holds its first-ever three-way summit with China and six Gulf countries.
Singapore’s ruling party wins election in landslide
People’s Action Party wins its 14th successive election, giving PM Lawrence Wong the clear mandate he sought.
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Singapore election a test for ruling party against rejuvenated opposition
Singaporeans long accepted fewer freedoms in exchange for economic growth and good jobs. But that may be changing.
Singapore to hold election on May 3 in first electoral test for PM Wong
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says city-state is at a ‘critical juncture’ amid global uncertainties.
Niche to mainstream: Evolution of Halal tourism in global travel industry
Muslim-friendly tourism market is expected to grow to $410.9bn by 2032.
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As scams soar, Singapore decides to protect victims from themselves
City-state’s new anti-scam law sparks debate about paternalistic governance embodied by founding father Lee Kuan Yew.
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Who is celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Snake and how?
Several countries mark their new year based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar involving movement of the Sun and Moon.
Singapore economy grows 4%, beating forecasts
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says most workers have seen wages outpace inflation.
Singapore steps up executions and pressure on anti-death penalty groups
Singapore has executed nine people so far this year and dozens more are on death row for drug trafficking offences.
Indian teenager becomes youngest undisputed world chess champion
Indian teen prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju prevailed in a thrilling endgame that had been expected to end in a draw.
