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   Why books still matter: Reading linked to better focus, empathy and brain health

   Reading may feel old-fashioned now that TikTok, Reels and AI are everywhere, but research suggests it still benefits us in many ways.

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   ‘Your wife should be sitting down. Not you.’— Woman confronts man after he blames her for wife standing on MRT

   The woman said the mother was carrying several things, so she wondered why the father did not give up his seat to her.

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   RM59.4 billion in six months: Johor reports strong approved investments as minister urges caution

   Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah has confirmed Johor's RM59.4 billion in approved investments for the first half of 2026 while urging caution in future projecti…

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   Amid global calls for AI slowdown, Minister Josephine Teo shares her take

   Ms Teo drew a comparison with aviation, where standards, regulations, training and safety measures have developed alongside the industry.

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   ICA: 27 motorists caught for traffic offences at Woodlands Checkpoint during September school holidays — Eight hit with entry bans

   Eight foreign-registered vehicle drivers received entry bans for queue cutting and crossing double white lines.

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   ‘Go home and make your own hot water’: Singapore diner slammed over 50-cent charge complaint

   A separate receipt shared in the discussion showed another diner being charged 30 cents for water.

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   Singapore drops out of global top 10 in 2026 Global Cities Index, ranks second in Asia

   Singapore scored particularly well for quality of life, while high housing costs and an ageing population remain challenges.

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   Singapore man posts warning after almost getting scammed by fake Booking.com link

   Earlier this year, the Amsterdam-headquartered Booking.com said it had suffered a data breach that had left customers’ details vulnerable.

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