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17 Best Airbnbs in Costa Rica, From a Cabin Floating in the Jungle Canopy to a Luxe Beachfront Property
This cozy cabin for two has everything you need for a beach getaway. Set steps from Playa Manzanillo, the space has rustic interiors:…
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Trump’s Crackdown on Afghan Refugees Will Have Dire Consequences
Not only are Afghans themselves confused about their legal status, the organizations that assist them as they navigate the process of…
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Minneapolis Will Prove It’s Better than Trump’s Sick Somali Smear
The caricature of Jews as crooks coexisted for such bigots with the stereotypes of Jews as both rapacious capitalists and violent…
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Gertrude Stein’s Preparations for the Afterlife
Seeing the astonishing innovations in painting of the time encouraged Stein, who was already writing fiction, to experiment more radically…
Culture
CapitaLand Ascott Trust, Sheng Siong Group to replace Olam Group, Yangzijiang Financial on STI reserve list
There will be no changes to the constituents of the STI following the December 2025 review Hospitality player CapitaLand Ascott Trust and…
Fashion
I'm Convinced That Zara, COS and H&M Make the Cosiest Cashmere—These Elegant Pieces Prove It
The cooler days have set in, and my wardrobe is calling out for a cosy infusion. Naturally, the first thing that comes to mind is…
Business
Scientists Relaunch the 'Internet of Animals'
German scientists have relaunched a satellite system that will be used to track wildlife all across the globe. The “internet of animals”…
Culture
EU launches antitrust probe into Meta over use of AI in WhatsApp
Brussels has opened a new antitrust investigation into Meta Platforms over its roll-out of artificial intelligence (AI) features in…
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DayOne Data Centers seeks US$2 billion in upsized funding deal: sources
The data-centre operator may reach a valuation of about US$10 billion after the potential fundraising Singapore-based DayOne Data Centers…
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McQueen Resort 2026 Collection
For Seán McGirr's cool—and accomplished—McQueen resort collection, all razor sharp tailoring, heiress portrait necklines, and tartan, he…
Culture
HSBC’s long-term vision questioned after Nelson appointment
Nelson’s elevation comes as a surprise after HSBC’s yearlong hunt for external candidates HSBC’s appointment of Brendan Nelson as chairman…
Culture
STI slips 0.4% amid fears of US economy slowdown
Across the broader market, decliners edge out gainers 259 to 256 after 1.6 billion securities worth S$1.3 billion change hands The…
Fashion
Looking for a 2026 Jewellery Refresh? This Elevated But Elegant Collection Is It
From an elegant stack of rings to stand-out abstract earrings, there’s nothing that polishes an outfit like jewellery. And with 2026 just…
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Angry Trump Unravels over 2026 Woes as GOP Panic Grows: “Flashing Red”
Democrats are running in the 2026 midterms on “affordability.” This week, Trump unleashed several angry, wild-eyed rants about their…
Fashion
My Friends Always Say I Look Expensive When I Travel—11 Chic, Elevated Staples I Rely On
Travelling home for Christmas has become something I look forward to every year, not just because I finally get to hug my family after…
Business
UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
Norway's Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik, left, and Britain's Secretary of State for Defence John Healey shake hands during the…
Culture
Cambricon aims to triple chip output to replace Nvidia in China
The company is preparing to deliver half a million artificial intelligence accelerators in 2026 Cambricon Technologies plans to more than…
Fashion
Everyone With Good Taste Is Warming Up Their Fall Outfits With This Cozy Trend
A lot of things that are comfy—sweatpants, Ugg boots, pajamas—are only semi-acceptable to wear in company. This makes me sad on a daily…
Business
AI-generated footage falsely linked to Ethiopian volcanic eruption
A volcano in northeastern Ethiopia erupted for the first time in almost 12,000 years in November 2025, but a dramatic video of smoke and…
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Hepmil founders chose Publicis acquisition over fresh funding round, citing M&A risks
Karl Mak, the startup’s CEO and co-founder, says the team was not confident of executing its own M&A deals While planning for its next…
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McQueen Pre-Fall 2026 Collection
For Sean McGirr’s cool—and accomplished—McQueen pre-fall collection, all razor sharp tailoring, heiress portrait necklines, and tartan, he…
Culture
ExxonMobil to permanently shut one steam cracker in Singapore from March: sources
The shutdown of the plant, which opened in 2002, is expected to be complete by June ExxonMobil plans to wind down operations at the older…
Fashion
I've Been Waiting All Year for This New Perfume Launch—Here's Why
My name's Grace, and I'm obsessed with trying the best perfumes. If you didn't know, every month I round up the hottest new perfumes on…
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Move Over, Sweatpants—Chic Frequent Flyers Always Wear These Travel Outfits Instead
This year, I’ve been logging more miles on the airplane than usual, which has caused me to evaluate my airport outfits more closely. I’ve…