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Rethinking Centurion’s role in housing workers
There is a case for shrinking the private sector’s involvement in areas such as their accommodation and healthcare REAL estate investment…
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Thousands protest controversial migration vote in Germany's Leipzig
Thousands of people protested in the eastern German city of Leipzig on Thursday after the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) helped…
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SIA ranked top airline, clinches 28th overall spot in Fortune’s list of world’s most admired firms
SINGAPORE Airlines (SIA) has clinched the top spot as an airline and ranked 28th overall in Fortune magazine’s list of the most admired…
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A new Syrian government struggles to reset its corrupt, besieged economy
ALEPPO, Syria — To understand the shakedown empire that was once Syria under former President Bashar Assad, consider the notorious…
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Sanofi plans 5 billion-euro buyback, sees higher profit growth
SANOFI said it will repurchase five billion euros (S$7 billion) of stock and grow profits more quickly this year as the drugmaker pivots…
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17 Types of Lawyers: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Ever wondered why there are so many lawyer specialties? The legal world is vast, and each type of lawyer has its own unique role. Whether…
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LVMH’s subdued sales temper hopes for a rapid luxury rebound
LVMH’s sales of fashion and leather goods declined in the fourth quarter, casting doubt on the prospects for a quick recovery in luxury…
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HSBC plans biggest investment banking retrenchment in decades
HSBC plans to wind down its M&A and some equities businesses in Europe and the Americas, the bank said on Tuesday (Jan 28), accelerating a…
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Microsoft shares slide as cloud forecast, AI spending disappoint
MICROSOFT on Wednesday (Jan 29) forecast disappointing growth in its cloud computing business, sending its shares down more than 5 per…
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IBM beats profit estimates as AI shift boosts software performance, shares surge
THE International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) surpassed fourth-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday (Jan 29), driven by robust…
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ACLU calls on Brown University to reinstate Pro-Palestine student group
A Palestinian flag is seen on a bicycle outside Sayles Hall at Brown University on April 30, 2024. (Photo by Alexander Castro/Rhode Island…
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At least 18 killed after a small plane crashes in a remote part of South Sudan
JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — A small plane crashed in a remote part of South Sudan, killing at least 18 people on Wednesday, an official said.…
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Toronto waterfront revitalisation plan gets $680m funding
The governments of Canada and Ontario, and the City of Toronto have jointly announced a investment of C$975m ($679.5m) to expedite…
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Chinese films dodging censors have no place to go. Can they crack into Taiwan?
TAIPEI, Taiwan — When producer Wang Zijian was making the movie “Bel Ami,” or “Beautiful Friends,” he knew it had no chance of airing in…
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Who can share seeds? As climate change and counterfeits hurt Kenyan farmers, it's a growing question
KIKUYU, Kenya (AP) — Tucked away in a lush, forested area of central Kenya's Kikuyu town, the National Seed Bank stands as a crucial…
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Dozens injured in stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting…
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Texas Business Boom: Start Your LLC Without the Headache
Thinking about starting a business in Texas? You’re not alone. With its booming economy and business-friendly climate, Texas is a top…
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US markets: Stock buyers step in to boost tech after AI jolt
The world’s largest technology companies climbed after a selloff that shook markets around the globe, with traders gearing up for the…
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Mona Lisa to get a room of her own in Louvre museum renovation
She’s the star attraction in a museum filled with masterpieces, and soon she will be getting a room of her own. As part of an ambitious…
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Construction companies need to collaborate and plan better as demand climbs
Poaching and project delays could plague the sector as it faces a greater strain on manpower and resources STRONG growth in construction…
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Italy's PM investigated over release of Libyan war crimes suspect
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says she has been placed under judicial investigation over Italy's surprise release of a Libyan…
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DR Congo hospitals overwhelmed after Goma fighting - UN
UN aid agencies have warned of a major humanitarian crisis in the Congolese city of Goma, with hospitals overwhelmed by casualties and…
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Logan Group says creditors holding 66% debt have agreed to overhaul plan
DEFAULTED Chinese developer Logan Group said creditors holding over 66 per cent of the group’s US$6.2 billion offshore debt have signed an…
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World’s richest people lose US$108 billion after DeepSeek sell-off
The world’s 500 richest people, led by Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang, lost a combined US$108 billion on Monday (Jan 27) as a tech-led…