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Chinese chipmakers race to IPO after back-to-back listings surge
Chinese chipmakers are rushing to the initial public offering (IPO) market, raising funds that are key to the nation’s goal of…
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Singing at school shouldn't just be for Christmas, teachers say
Kate McGoughEducation reporter Many children find themselves singing at school in the run up to Christmas - at a nativity play or carol…
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Seven & i’s IPO of US arm hinges on faster turnaround, CEO says
Seven & i Holdings’ chief executive is pressing its US convenience-stores business to deliver a faster turnaround as the retailer seeks a…
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Charlamagne Tha God Inks Five-Year Deal Renewal With iHeartMedia
iHeartMedia extended its relationship with multimedia mogul Charlamagne Tha God, co-host of hit radio show “The Breakfast Club” and…
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Singapore market reforms may lift sentiment in 2026 despite geopolitical, trade uncertainty
Investors should focus on companies with credible and clearly stated plans to drive shareholder value Back in early June, I mentioned…
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Keppel Reit eyes diversification into retail with focus on Singapore
Keppel Reit remains anchored in Singapore despite its foray into Australian retail Keppel Reit is charting a more diversified growth path…
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After a tepid 2025, cautious optimism is building for private equity in 2026
More sectors could become attractive to investors next year as valuations are largely reset The expected rebound in the private-equity…
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Emerging markets bring high hopes for 2026 after stellar year
This year’s capital rush into the sector is a sign more investors are allocating to a sector that’s been out of favour after years of…
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US reportedly pursuing third oil tanker linked to Venezuela
The US Coast Guard is in "active pursuit" of another vessel in international waters near Venezuela, an official has told the BBC's US…
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Police watchdog may investigate West Midlands Police over Maccabi fan ban
The police watchdog says it may investigate West Midlands Police over its handling of the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from…
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King's Foundation chair and nominee peer admits 'misleading' doctorate claim
The chair of the King's Foundation Dame Ann Limb has admitted being "misleading" about her doctorate qualification. The education…
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Raf Simons Is Selling Archives, Stock at Dover Street Market Ginza
STREET SIGNS: Raf Simons is giving hype beasts in Tokyo a chance to score a piece of streetwear history — perhaps even a holy grail. The…
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Take That singer Robbie Williams surprises 94-year-old fan
This is the moment Robbie Williams made a 94-year-old fan's wish come true. Norma, a resident of Humberston Care Home in North East…
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Vietnam on Track for Record Tourism Year with Arrivals Nearing 21 Million
Vietnam is on track to welcome a record 21 million foreign visitors this year, cementing its position as Southeast Asia's fastest-growing…
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Bilateral Trade Between Vietnam and Singapore Hits New Peak of S$36B in 11 Months
Trade between Vietnam and Singapore hit a record high in the first 11 months of the year, reaching S$36 billion (US$27.8 billion) and…
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In pictures: Druids descend on Stonehenge to mark winter solstice
Thousands of revellers gathered at Stonehenge in Wiltshire on Sunday morning to welcome the sunrise on the winter solstice - the shortest…
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AI model developer MiniMax passes Hong Kong stock exchange listing hearing
CHINESE artificial intelligence (AI) startup MiniMax has passed a Hong Kong stock exchange listing hearing, according to a stock exchange…
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TikTok’s U.S. Ownership Raises Concerns for Creators at First TikTok Awards Show: ‘I Want People to Create Without Worrying About Being Punished’
The most influential content creators were celebrated on Thursday night for their impact and contributions to popular internet culture at…
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Why investors are betting on nuclear fusion even as it remains elusive
Interest in fusion has been further fuelled by the proliferation of data centres, as tech firm hunt for sources to power their cloud…
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Fed’s Hammack signals holding rates steady for months
FEDERAL Reserve Bank of Cleveland president Beth Hammack said she saw no need to change US interest rates for months ahead after the…
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Record US$350 billion deals boom fuels upbeat M&A outlook in Japan
Corporate governance reforms aimed at improving shareholder returns are helping to transform the country into a hive of activity IT HAS…
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No evidence Reform broke electoral law, watchdog says
The Electoral Commission has found no "credible evidence of potential offences of electoral law" over Nigel Farage's election expenses. In…
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Trail hunting to be banned as part of new animal welfare strategy
Trail hunting is set to be banned in England and Wales as part of a new animal welfare strategy to be published by the government on…
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The Burgled Louvre’s Stolen-Art Expert
I went to look a bit on the Louvre’s website to see the provenance and discovered the recency of the acquisitions. The absence of…