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‘Real and could be imminent’: Hegseth warns on China threat, says US ready to fight
In a blistering address to Indo-Pacific security officials, the US defence secretary warned China that America is ready to “fight and win decisively” if it seeks military conflict over Taiwan.
- Lisa Visentin
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‘Wouldn’t put a number on it’: Marles open to raising defence spending after Hegseth meeting
Defence Minister Richard Marles confirmed his US counterpart has pushed Australia to increase its defence spending, but would not divulge what figure Washington would like to see.
- Lisa Visentin
- Analysis
- Foreign relations
A good friend in troubled seas: Why Albanese’s Singapore visit matters
There are no major spats or tempestuous personalities in this relationship. And this is good, as it is one of Australia’s most important.
- Zach Hope
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
Downgrade me, please: I flew all the way to Europe on a budget airline
You can fly to Europe for just over $1000 return, though I opted to upgrade – and the two legs were vastly different.
- Flip Byrnes
Singapore’s ruling party dominates again, boosting new PM
The outcome will be seen as a public endorsement of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, after the opposition failed to extend gains made in previous contests.
- Analysis
- World elections
Something may be shifting in Singapore - and this election will be spicy
All eyes this weekend will be on the margins, rather than the overall winner. Even one flipped seat will likely send shudders through the ruling party.
- Zach Hope
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
A punishing start, but this business seat lets you bounce back
There’s great service and food on board this early morning flight, but where’s the amenities kit?
- Craig Platt
Another execution eve on the lawn of Hong Lim Park
Peaceful protest is a fundamental right in democratic states. Singapore, though, has a bob each way.
- Zach Hope
Singapore’s most iconic hotel opens new ultra-luxe resort
The Raffles brand has been expanding globally in recent years. Now that expansion has looped back on itself.
- Julietta Jameson
Father-son feud plunges $28.5 billion family empire into crisis
An alleged boardroom coup attempt and a lawsuit between a family patriarch and his son – even by the standards of Asian succession drama, the family feud raging in this property dynasty stands out.
- Low De Wei, Yoojung Lee and Bernadette Toh
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