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Floods to shave 0.2 percentage points off Spain's growth
The October 29 floods washed away roads and rail lines, submerged fields and gutted homes and businesses (Jose Jordan) The floods which…
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Apple makes US$100 million investment proposal for new plant in Indonesia
TECH giant Apple has made a US$100 million investment proposal to Indonesia to build a plant to manufacture accessories and components,…
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Hospital: 12 dead in Israeli strike on house in northern Gaza
At least 12 people were killed in an Israeli bombardment of a house in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip overnight, according to a local…
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Nio’s Q3 net loss widens to 5.1 billion yuan on lower vehicle sales
CHINESE electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio’s net loss widened to 5.1 billion yuan (S$945.5 million) for its third quarter ended Sep 30, 2024,…
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In data: APAC outperforms amid global decline in deal activity
GlobalData reports that the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region recorded 11,808 deals, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity and…
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Singapore stocks fall amid mixed regional showing; STI drops 0.4%
Nikkei 225 ends 0.2% lower, while Kospi is up 0.4%; Bursa loses 0.3% and Hang Seng closes 0.2% higher SINGAPORE stocks closed lower on…
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Taylor Swift's merch comes under fire from fans
A number of Taylor Swift's fans have taken to social media to criticize the pricing of the pop star's merchandise—specifically a branded…
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China smartphone sales drop 9% y/y over Singles’ Day shopping festival
Apple sales fell year-over-year by double-digit percentages, Huawei’s sales increased by 7%, while Xiaomi’s sales declined by 6%. APPLE…
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ADIA, GIC said nearing Pye-Barker Fire & Safety minority stake
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Singapore’s GIC are in advanced talks to acquire a minority stake in Pye-Barker Fire &…
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Wife of Ugandan opposition figure Besigye says he was kidnapped and is being held in a military jail
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The wife of Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye said Wednesday he was kidnapped in neighboring Kenya and is…
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Ramon Rivera: Maniac Who Killed Three in Manhattan Stabbing Spree Gives Disturbing Reason Behind Choosing His Victims
The career criminal accused of fatally stabbing three people in an unprovoked attack across Manhattan reportedly told police a disturbing…
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How Did Saafir Die? Veteran Oakland Rapper Dies Unexpectedly Aged 54 as Friend Xzibit Pays Touching Tribute
Saafir, the popular Oakland rapper, has died at the age of 54. The veteran West Coast rapper, whose real name is Reggie Gibson, died at…
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Ugandan opposition figure reportedly detained
The wife of Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye says he has been kidnapped and is now being held in a military jail. In a post on X,…
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This Mets-White Sox Trade Sends $3 Million Ace To Big Apple For Prospects
Share ✓ Link copied to clipboard! ESPN's Jesse Rogers recently did a poll of 18 MLB executives and insiders where he asked a plethora of…
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Red Sox Listed As Top Candidate For Braves' $160 Million Star Pitcher
✓ Link copied to clipboard! The Boston Red Sox are looking to add pitching in the biggest way this winter. Their lineup was good enough to…
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Dyna-Mac to delist after close of exit offer
OFFSHORE oil-and-gas contractor Dyna-Mac will delist from the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange (SGX), following the close of offeror…
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Singapore shares rise at Wednesday’s open; STI up 0.2%
SINGAPORE stocks began trading higher on Wednesday (Nov 20) morning following a mixed performance in world indices. As at 9.03 am, the…
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Stocks to watch: CLI, Keppel DC Reit, Koh Brothers Eco, Frencken, GuocoLand
THE following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (Nov 20): CapitaLand Investment…
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CLI to acquire initial 40% interest in SC Capital Partners for S$280 million
CAPITALAND Investment (CLI) has agreed to buy an initial 40 per cent stake in Singapore-headquartered real estate investment manager, SC…
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Hello Kitty’s looking pretty at 50 (and worth more than ever)
HELLO Kitty is famously the height of just five apples. But these days, the more striking statistic is that she’s worth more than 1…
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Illinois woman, 64, charged with hate crime, attacking man in ‘Palestine’ shirt at Panera Bread
DOWNER’S GROVE, Ill. (WTVO) — A 64-year-old woman from Darien faces felony hate crime charges after police say she attacked a couple who…
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Bankers need to be curious to navigate the shifting energy landscape: DBS’ Kelvin Wong
Industry players are increasingly concerned about storage and grid capacities, says the lender’s head of energy, renewables and…
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Bankers need grit to navigate the shifting energy landscape: DBS’ Kelvin Wong
Industry players are increasingly concerned about storage and grid capacities, says the lender’s head of energy, renewables and…
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Australian Officials Want Public's Help to 'Milk' Deadly Spiders
As summer approaches in Australia, residents are being warned to be on the lookout for one of the country's deadliest species of spider…