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Bangladesh’s increasingly hardline religious currents pose deep social challenges
Asia

Bangladesh’s increasingly hardline religious currents pose deep social challenges

Hardline religious rhetoric is increasingly visible in Bangladesh, fueled by political instability and economic frustration. While violent extremism remains limited, these rising sentiments pose significant social challenges for the nation.
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India pushes China for better market access, trade balance
International

India pushes China for better market access, trade balance

India is urging China to improve market access and address trade imbalances as both nations work to normalize relations and stabilize ties following years of border tensions.
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US House approves $122b budget plan with Iran war funding
International

US House approves $122b budget plan with Iran war funding

The US House narrowly passed a $95 billion budget framework, primarily funding military operations against Iran, alongside aid for farmers and election programs. The bill now moves to the Senate.
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US announces nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia
International

US announces nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

The US and Saudi Arabia signed a civil nuclear deal allowing uranium enrichment. Lawmakers fear it lacks sufficient safeguards, potentially sparking a regional arms race. The agreement now awaits Congressional approval.
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Singapore’s average wealth is climbing, but there’s a catch
Finance

Singapore’s average wealth is climbing, but there’s a catch

Singapore's average wealth is rising, but median wealth lags, highlighting a growing gap between the rich and the rest. This disparity stems from unequal access to financial asset investments.
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Why it makes sense for Trump to back off on Iran, for now
International

Why it makes sense for Trump to back off on Iran, for now

Rising costs, military losses, and economic strain suggest the U.S. should pause its conflict with Iran to focus on other strategic priorities, as brute force has proven ineffective against Tehran.
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ASEAN’s external partnerships key to regional resilience: Vivian Balakrishnan
International

ASEAN’s external partnerships key to regional resilience: Vivian Balakrishnan

Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan stated that ASEAN’s global partnerships are vital for regional resilience, prosperity, and stability, as the bloc engages major powers amid ongoing Indo-Pacific strategic competition.
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Singapore passport ranked world’s most powerful again
Singapore

Singapore passport ranked world’s most powerful again

Singapore retains the world's most powerful passport in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 192 destinations.
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S’pore appoints Sitoh Yih Pin, Patrick Daniel as non-resident envoys to Maldives, Sri Lanka
Singapore

S’pore appoints Sitoh Yih Pin, Patrick Daniel as non-resident envoys to Maldives, Sri Lanka

Singapore has appointed former MP Sitoh Yih Pin and media veteran Patrick Daniel as non-resident high commissioners to the Maldives and Sri Lanka, respectively. Both received their letters of credence on July 21.
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US war in Iran has cost $48b so far, Pentagon says
International

US war in Iran has cost $48b so far, Pentagon says

The US war in Iran has cost $37.5 billion, with 18 troops killed and 430 injured. President Trump seeks additional funding amid escalating tensions and threats to expand military strikes.
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Ukraine’s Zelensky sacks army chief after days of protests
International

Ukraine’s Zelensky sacks army chief after days of protests

Ukrainian President Zelensky dismissed army chief Oleksandr Syrsky following political unrest over the removal of the defence minister. Mykhailo Drapaty has been appointed as the new Commander-in-Chief.
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What does Trump want? Gulf states have no answer as Iran war escalates
International

What does Trump want? Gulf states have no answer as Iran war escalates

Middle East allies face uncertainty as the US lacks a clear strategy regarding escalating tensions with Iran, risking a prolonged conflict without defined objectives.
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