Singaporeans vote for ceremonial president after rare political scandals
Singaporeans are voting in their first contested presidential election in more than a decade.
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Thailand's ousted former leader Thaksin Shinawatra asks King for royal pardon
Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has submitted a request for a royal pardon, the outgoing justice minister said, just over a week after his dramatic return to the country from more than 15 years in self-exile.
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Oil Heads for Robust Weekly Gain as Russia to Extend Export Cuts
Oil headed for the biggest weekly gain since early April after Russia signaled it would extend export curbs
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China Ramps Up Campaign to Boost Fragile Economy, Currency
China intensified efforts to stimulate the economy and support its currency, as investor concerns over the growth outlook
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'Any story could be your last' - India's crackdown on Kashmir press
The BBC has spoken to over two dozen Kashmiri journalists who are wary of the government's actions.
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Sony Gains Most Since July After PlayStation Gaming Price Hike
Sony Group Corp. rose its most in more than a month after hiking the price of its core
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What a doctor's death in a lift tells us about Africa's debt crisis
Nigeria spends twice as much on debt repayments than on health and education combined, a report says.
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Ukraine war: Back to school under Russian attacks
Ukrainians defy Russian air strikes and occupation to start the new school term.
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When a child is shot, doctors must heal more than just bullet holes
The number of youth who have been shot is on the rise in the US, especially after the pandemic.
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Akon: Success allows me to make music for myself
The singer says he has the financial freedom to bring Afrobeats influences to his new material.
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Arm prepares to meet investors ahead of blockbuster IPO -sources
By Anirban Sen NEW YORK Arm Holdings Ltd plans to launch its roadshow for investors after Labor Day,
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Rumors: Teams that missed out on Lucas Giolito, Harrison Bader, and more
On Thursday, the MLB playoff picture was shaken up as the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds claimed five veteran players off waivers. Here are other teams that made sense for Lucas Giolito and Harrison Bader, among others.
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