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Samsung Says ‘Welcome to Foldables’ as Apple’s $1,999 iPhone Duo Threatens Its Longtime Dominance
SEOUL — Samsung is welcoming Apple to the foldable smartphone market — but behind the friendly message is a growing battle for…
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Server Shipments to Surge 15.1% as AI Boom Powers Global Data Center Expansion
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Global server shipments are expected to jump 15.1% this year to 16.6 million units, driven by the relentless expansion…
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Jewellery Shops Shut as Chinese Consumers Turn to Gold Bars and Coins
BEIJING — China’s jewellery industry is facing a growing shake-up as consumers turn away from expensive gold ornaments and increasingly put their…
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Tay Ying and Wu Sihan Turn Their Love for Gelato Into New Artisanal Brand Atelier 27
SINGAPORE — Mediacorp actress Tay Ying and celebrity chef Wu Sihan are taking their relationship and shared passion for food into a…
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‘South Park’ Creators ‘Rename’ Show to ‘South America’ in Latest Jab at Trump
LOS ANGELES — The creators of the long-running animated comedy South Park have announced a tongue-in-cheek name change for the show, rebranding…
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Singaporeans Overseas Linked to Vape Production and Distribution Networks as Authorities Tighten Crackdown
SINGAPORE — Singapore authorities are stepping up their fight against cross-border vape syndicates as enforcement agencies uncover cases involving Singaporeans allegedly linked…
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Cult Thai Fashion Brand Gentlewoman to Open First Singapore Store at 313@somerset
SINGAPORE — Singapore fans of cult Thai fashion brand Gentlewoman will soon no longer have to wait for overseas trips or online…
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Singapore to Explore Backfilling Support for Businesses as More Parents Take Child-Related Leave
SINGAPORE — Singapore is looking at ways to help businesses cope when employees take child-related leave, including possible backfilling arrangements to support…
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North Korea Nears Completion of Long-Stalled Bridge With China as Satellite Images Show Major Progress
SEOUL — North Korea appears to be nearing completion of its side of a long-delayed bridge connecting the country with China, potentially…
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Russia and Vietnam Sign Framework Deal to Build Strategic Oil Storage as Energy Security Concerns Grow
MOSCOW — Russia and Vietnam have taken a new step in strengthening their energy partnership after signing a framework agreement to cooperate…