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Singapore to expand caregiver support eligibility and cut levy from 2027
Singapore will broaden eligibility for four caregiver support schemes and set up eight community support touchpoints starting 2027, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced today.
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South Korea reviews possible military deployment to Strait of Hormuz amid US pressure
South Korea is considering deploying military assets to the Strait of Hormuz to support navigation freedom under US pressure, with no final decision made yet.
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Court of Appeal stays bankruptcy for Najib Razak and son pending tax appeal
Malaysia's Court of Appeal granted former PM Najib Razak and his son Nazifuddin a stay of bankruptcy proceedings over unpaid taxes today.
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Proton posts highest monthly sales in 16 years with strong EV and export growth
Proton sold 22,632 vehicles in August 2026, its best month since 2010, driven by domestic and export demand.
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Arsenal and Chelsea keep perfect Premier League starts ahead of September 6 clash
Arsenal and Chelsea both won their opening two Premier League games, maintaining 100% records ahead of their match on September 6 at Emirates Stadium.
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Trump White House launches MAGA-themed arcade games promoting migrant deportation and border wall
On September 3, 2026, the Trump White House launched a website featuring five MAGA-themed arcade games to promote its immigration and other policies.
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Blizzard and Nexon hint at new StarCraft game ahead of BlizzCon 2026
The StarCraft website shows hidden messages teasing a new game as Blizzard and Nexon signals a reveal at BlizzCon 2026.
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Lululemon’s Q2 2026 revenue falls 4%, cuts full-year outlook, shares tumble
Lululemon reported a 4% revenue drop in Q2 2026, lowered its full-year guidance, and saw shares fall 15%-18% after hours.
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US air strikes in southern Iran hit wedding party, killing at least four civilians
US air strikes in the southern Iranian city of Kuhestak killed at least four civilians at a wedding party and wounded dozens, Iranian officials said.
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US Services Sector Expands Strongly in August; China Data Shows Mixed Signals
US services PMI rose to 55.4 in August, signaling strong growth, while Chinese data showed conflicting signals on services sector activity.
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Eight teachers in Singapore receive President’s Award for Teachers in 2026
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam presented the President’s Award for Teachers to eight educators in Singapore for outstanding contributions today.
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Tesla unveils Cybercab driverless robotaxi with no steering wheel or pedals in Austin
Tesla launched its Cybercab, a two-seat driverless robotaxi without steering controls, in Austin on September 3, 2026.
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Donald Trump names Adam Telle acting Army secretary after Dan Driscoll resigns
Donald Trump appointed Adam Telle as acting Army secretary on September 3 following Dan Driscoll's resignation after 18 months in the role.
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Mizuho Blue Challenge football tournament set for November at Singapore National Stadium
Kallang Group and Dentsu Sports International announced a four-match football tournament in Singapore featuring Brazil, Japan, Paraguay, and Singapore from Nov 13 to 17, 2026.
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Nick Kyrgios banned one month for cocaine use outside competition
Nick Kyrgios received a one-month ban for testing positive for cocaine metabolites from a June out-of-competition test.
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Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Functions in Human Patient for Nine Months
A genetically modified pig kidney was transplanted into a 66-year-old man, functioning for a record 271 days before failure.
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Tunisia’s Cassation Court upholds long prison terms for 40 opposition figures
Tunisia’s Cassation Court on September 3 upheld prison sentences up to 45 years for 40 opposition members accused of plotting to overthrow President Kais Saied.
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Around 2,000 students and teachers fall ill in Indonesia linked to government free meals
About 2,000 students and teachers across Indonesia fell ill over three days from suspected food poisoning tied to the government free school meals programme.
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Trump Questions UK Support for Falklands Defense, Criticizes UK Over Iran War Backing
Donald Trump hinted the US may not support the UK in a future Falklands conflict, citing UK's lack of military aid during the US-Iran conflict.
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Israel releases five Lebanese detainees amid Lebanon talks
Israel released one Lebanese detainee and announced plans to free four more civilians amid negotiations with Lebanon under a U.S. framework.
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Netflix developing live-action Dungeons & Dragons series Ravenloft focused on Strahd von Zarovich
Netflix announced a new live-action Dungeons & Dragons series called Ravenloft centered on vampire villain Strahd von Zarovich.
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Nearly 39,000 Malaysian workers retrenched in first five months of 2026
Malaysia saw 38,953 job losses in key sectors from January to May amid corporate restructuring.
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Three-metre crocodile captured from roadside drain near Banting petrol station
Eight firefighters captured a three-metre crocodile trapped in a roadside drain near a Banting petrol station on June 14.
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45 Japanese Local Governments Levy or Plan Accommodation Taxes Amid Rising Tourism
Forty-five Japanese municipalities have introduced accommodation taxes, with 10 more set to adopt them by fiscal year-end to manage tourism growth.