Singapore
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Law Minister Edwin Tong urges Law Society to disclose audit reports on workplace complaints
Law Minister Edwin Tong called on August 14 for the Law Society of Singapore to release its full audit committee report on workplace issues to members with redactions.
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Singapore MRT achieves record 9 months without delays over 30 minutes as reliability rises
The Singapore MRT network recorded nine consecutive months without a delay exceeding 30 minutes as of July 2026, marking its longest streak since 2011.
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Arsenal begins Premier League title defense amid record nine clubs with new managers
Arsenal started the 2026-27 Premier League season as defending champions while nine clubs, including major rivals, have new permanent managers.
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US names Singapore among 40 countries in China’s tariff evasion transshipment network
The White House report on August 13 identifies Singapore as part of a 40-country network used by Chinese exporters to evade US tariffs.
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Alexandra Eala's rise fuels tennis boom in the Philippines
Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala sparked a surge in tennis participation and racquet sales in the Philippines.
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New Zealand Football Withdraws Support for FIFA President Infantino Over Funding Scheme Concerns
New Zealand Football pulled support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's reelection and called for an independent review of the FIFA Forward Enterprise project.
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Olam Group reports nearly sixfold rise in H1 2026 profit to S$1.9 billion on divestment gains
Olam Group reported a net profit of about S$1.9 billion for H1 2026, up nearly six times from a year earlier, driven by divestment gains.
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Magnitude 5 Earthquake Hits Near Granada Causing Damage but No Injuries
A magnitude 5 earthquake struck near Granada, Spain, early today, damaging buildings and cars but causing no casualties.
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Strong El Nino Drives 2026 Toward Hottest Year on Record Globally
A powerful El Nino that began in June has raised the chance that 2026 will become the world’s hottest year, surpassing 2024.
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Boxer Prichard Colon dies at 33 from complications of 2015 brain injury
Prichard Colon, undefeated boxer, died August 13, 2026, from complications of brain injuries sustained in a 2015 bout.
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Atletico Madrid sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero on contract until 2031
Atletico Madrid signed Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero on August 15, 2026, committing him until June 2031.
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Ian Machado Garry to challenge Islam Makhachev for UFC welterweight title at UFC 330
Ian Machado Garry will face Islam Makhachev for the UFC welterweight belt on August 13, 2026, in Philadelphia.
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Law Society meeting sees calls for full release of workplace bullying inquiry report
Between 200 and 300 lawyers met on August 13 to demand full disclosure of a workplace bullying inquiry report at the Law Society of Singapore.
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Explosion at Rotterdam port kills one and injures several during maintenance
An explosion at Rotterdam port’s petroleum storage area on August 13 killed one person and injured several others.
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Air India mandates drug testing for all pilots after captain tests positive for marijuana
Air India requires all pilots to undergo mandatory drug tests starting August 13 following a captain's positive marijuana test after a flight incident.
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Six men charged for roles in unlicensed moneylending syndicate in Singapore
Six men aged 26 to 39 were charged for involvement in an unlicensed moneylending syndicate after raids across Singapore on August 12, 2026.
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Tata Sons chairman Chandrasekaran to step down in February 2026 amid $120 billion plan uncertainty
Natarajan Chandrasekaran announced he will step down as Tata Sons chairman in February 2026, raising questions over the $120 billion investment program.
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Leicester City owners seek over £200 million to sell club and assets
Leicester City's Thai owners King Power have put the club and associated assets up for sale with an asking price over £200 million.
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South Korea boosts housing fund to 47.8 trillion won, supports young homebuyers
South Korea raised construction financing to 47.8 trillion won and expanded loans for young and newlywed homebuyers on August 13, 2026.
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Singtel Q1 net profit falls 71% to S$818 million; underlying profit rises 21%
Singtel's net profit for Q1 2026 dropped 71.6% to S$818 million due to non-recurrence of last year's Airtel stake sale gains, while underlying profit grew 21%.
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Over 2.4 Million Singaporeans to Receive Enhanced Cost-of-Living Payment from September 9
More than 2.4 million adult Singaporeans will automatically receive special payments of S$400 to S$600 starting September 9, 2026.
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FIFA members to decide Gianni Infantino's future at 2027 election in Morocco
FIFA’s 211 member associations will vote on president Gianni Infantino’s future at the March 18, 2027 election in Rabat, CAF president Patrice Motsepe said.
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Hull City sign Senegal defender Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano for club record fee
Hull City signed Senegalese left-footed centre-back Nobel Mendy from Rayo Vallecano on a five-year deal for a club record fee.
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LIV Golf cancels $40M Michigan team championship, ending season early
LIV Golf canceled its $40 million Michigan team championship set for Aug 27-30, raising fresh questions about the league's future.