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Two Singaporeans among 3 hikers feared dead after Mount Dukono eruption in Indonesia

Mount Dukono, located in North Maluku province, erupted on May 8 at 7.41am.

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PM Wong urges ASEAN to prepare for new normal of disruptions by strengthening integration

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Plans to launch more BTO flats, private housing supply in Singapore

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WP MPs oppose Bill that retroactively validates fees charged by MND agencies

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10-year MOP for executive condos, more EC units for first-timers to tackle affordability concerns

The proportion of first-time EC buyers has decreased over the past few years, the minister said.

The first two sites to be affected by the new measures are located in Canberra Drive (left) and Sembawang Drive (right).

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New cruise and ferry terminal, exhibition hub in the works near Marina South

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