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Scientists warn Great Barrier Reef at high risk of collapse from 2026 El Nino
Scientists say the 2026 El Nino threatens extreme coral bleaching and ecosystem collapse of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
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Italian students apologize for disruptive behaviour on Bangkok BTS Skytrain
Five Italian students and their supervisor apologized after causing disturbances on a BTS Skytrain in Bangkok, paying fines and settling the matter with a Thai woman.
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Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray over London nightclub attack
US singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty to affray for a 2023 London nightclub attack, with sentencing set for October 26, 2026.
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Louvre’s Apollo Gallery reopens nine months after $102 million crown jewels theft
The Louvre Museum reopened its Apollo Gallery on July 22, 2026, following a heist that stole €88 million worth of French crown jewels in October 2025.
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WHO updates dementia guidelines, estimating up to 45% of risk preventable or delayable
WHO released updated guidelines stating up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed by addressing lifestyle and health factors.
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New Zealand confirms first H5N1 bird flu cases in migratory and native birds
New Zealand reported its first cases of deadly H5N1 bird flu in a migratory brown skua and a native swamp harrier hawk in July 2026.
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Myanmar targets 1.8 million foreign tourists in 2026 by easing visa rules, promoting temples
Myanmar’s military-backed government aims to nearly double foreign arrivals to 1.8 million in 2026 by easing visa rules and targeting Chinese and Thai travelers.
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UNESCO Keeps Great Barrier Reef Off 'In Danger' List Despite Ongoing Threats
UNESCO decided July 3, 2026, to maintain the Great Barrier Reef’s World Heritage status, stopping short of labeling it 'in danger'.
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Singapore sees rise in fifth or more children births despite record low fertility rate
Births of fifth or more children in Singapore rose to 2.1% of all births in 2025 amid a record low fertility rate of 0.87.
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Janet Jackson, JJ Lin, Zara Larsson and Cortis to perform at 2026 Singapore F1 Grand Prix
Janet Jackson, JJ Lin, Zara Larsson, Cortis and others are confirmed performers for the 2026 Singapore F1 Grand Prix in October.
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SIIA issues red alert for high risk of severe Southeast Asia haze in late 2026
The Singapore Institute of International Affairs warns of a major haze risk in Southeast Asia from August to September 2026 amid El Niño and biofuel demand.
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Toy Story 5 launches with $312 million global opening, tops 2026 box office
Toy Story 5 earned $312 million worldwide in its opening weekend, setting 2026 box office records and surpassing franchise highs.
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Universal Studios Singapore performer hospitalized after training medical emergency
A Universal Studios Singapore performer suffered a medical emergency during training on May 19 and was hospitalized at Singapore General Hospital.
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NDP 2026 Ticket Applications Open May 23 to June 6 for National Stadium Event
Ticket applications for National Day Parade 2026 at National Stadium open May 23 through June 6 via Singpass at ndp.gov.sg.
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Japan trials anime avatar therapy for depressed youth in six-month pilot study
Psychiatrist Francesco Panto led a six-month pilot using anime avatars in online therapy for 20 young adults with depression.
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Study finds Great Pyramid of Giza built with advanced earthquake-resistant design
Scientists revealed the Great Pyramid of Giza was constructed with features that help it withstand earthquakes.
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National Day Parade 2026 returns to National Stadium with indoor drone show and new elements
National Day Parade 2026 returns to National Stadium on August 9 with new features including an indoor drone show and record civilian participation.
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Swedish workers take more short-term leave during international football championships
Swedish employees have 57% higher odds of short-term absence during football championship weeks this summer, Statistics Sweden reports.
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Singapore’s Snow City Indoor Snow Centre to Close After 26 Years on Sept 30
Snow City, Singapore’s first indoor snow centre, will close after 26 years on September 30, 2026.
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Dozens of Matthew Perry’s belongings auctioned to support addiction charity
About 130 lots of Matthew Perry’s personal items are up for auction to raise funds for his addiction support foundation.
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SG Culture Pass adds over 1,100 SingLit titles and six new bookstores
SG Culture Pass expanded May 19, 2026, with more than 1,100 Singaporean literary titles and six bookstores joining the scheme.
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Indonesian nasi padang chain Sederhana to open first Singapore outlet in Kampong Glam
Sederhana announced plans to open its first Singapore restaurant at 738 North Bridge Road, replacing the closed Warong Nasi Pariaman stall.
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Singapore raises monthly refuse collection fees for households from July 1, 2026
Singapore will increase monthly refuse collection fees for HDB, private, and landed homes starting July 1, 2026.
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K-pop group BigBang to perform in Singapore on October 17 during 2026 reunion tour
BigBang announced a 2026 world tour with a Singapore concert set for October 17 at the National Stadium.