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US-Taiwan trade deal talks defy China’s warning

On: August 19, 2022

In: Asia

The United States plus Taiwan have introduced they will begin industry deal negotiations this fall, the latest move to stoke Bejing’ s i9000 ire after top-level US congressional trips to the self-governing isle. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said Thursday (August 18) that The far east has always been against any country negotiating financial and trade agreements of […]

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Table tennis: STTA deputy president Poh Li San in the running to become association’s new chief

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 19, 2022

In: South-East Asia

Ms Poh Li San is also a Member of Parliament for Sembawang GRC.Continue Reading

Five on Friday: 5 products to feed your instant noodle mania

By: Jing Write

On: August 19, 2022

In: Asia

In CNA’s regular look at what hit the headlines during the week, Five on Friday explores some unique instant noodle-themed products. Continue Reading

CNA Explains: The history of 377A and how some countries have repealed it

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 19, 2022

In: South-East Asia

As Singapore considers its next steps for Section 377A of the Penal Code which criminalises sex between men, CNA looks at the history of the legislation inherited from the British penal system and how some countries have repealed it.Continue Reading

High reserve price of S.8 billion likely a factor in lack of bids for People’s Park Centre en bloc

High reserve price of S$1.8 billion likely a factor in lack of bids for People’s Park Centre en bloc

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 19, 2022

In: South-East Asia

The collective sale tender for People’s Park Centre closed on Aug 18 at 3pm.Continue Reading

‘High quantum amount of S.8 billion’ likely contributing factor for lack of bids for People’s Park Centre

‘High quantum amount of S$1.8 billion’ likely contributing factor for lack of bids for People’s Park Centre

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 19, 2022

In: South-East Asia

The collective sale tender for People’s Park Centre closed on Aug 18, 3pm.Continue Reading

From the Editor: CNA launches new audio strategy

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 19, 2022

In: South-East Asia

Over the last 23 many years, the CNA brand name has undergone substantial changes. From establishing a network of Asian correspondents in order to revamping its online offerings, it is now ranked since the most trusted news brand within Singapore, according to a report on the condition of digital news,Continue Reading

Woman selling crochet pieces at Toa Payoh MRT station just wants people to value her craft

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 18, 2022

In: South-East Asia

Mrs Catherine Ang’s mini crochet business at Toa Payoh MRT train station went viral following a Facebook user posted about it in a neighborhood kindness group.Continue Reading

Cyclist jailed for causing 73-year-old pedestrian’s death in accident

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 18, 2022

In: South-East Asia

SINGAPORE: A cyclist was on Thursday (Aug 18) jailed for 12 days for causing the death of a 73-year-old pedestrian in an accident. Daniel Woon Hock Soon, 46, pleaded guilty to one charge of causing death by a negligent act. Another charge of not wearing a helmet under the RoadContinue Reading

Singaporeans with year-end travel plans urged to apply for passports now: ICA

By: Marcus Ching

On: August 18, 2022

In: South-East Asia

Those who submit their applications late will risk not being able to collect their passports in time for their travels, said ICA. Continue Reading

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