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After four days in the vibrant Orchard Road, the author spends a night at the newly opened Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, located within the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. The resort, designed with biophilic principles, offers amenities like a rooftop infinity pool and a Banyan Tree Spa, and emphasizes sustainability, receiving the Green Mark Super Low Energy certification. Guests can enjoy tailored wildlife experiences, including a Night Safari, while appreciating the resort's nature-inspired decor and...

NSW Premier Chris Minns has criticized the federal government's tobacco tax, claiming it is driving law-abiding citizens into the black market, and called for a reassessment of the tobacco excise due to declining revenue. He pointed out the rise of illicit tobacco sales in NSW, with approximately 19,500 tobacco stores now operating and suggested that police resources may need to be redirected to combat this issue. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has ruled out changing the...

Marc Leishman Impresses Ahead of US OpenAustralian golfer Marc Leishman showcased strong form with a four-under 67 at LIV Golf Virginia, placing him one stroke behind leaders Bryson DeChambeau and Martin Kaymer. Leishman secured a spot for the upcoming US Open at Oakmont Country Club after successfully qualifying, and he finished tied for third alongside Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm, and Joaquin Niemann. DeChambeau, defending his title, shot a 66, highlighted by an eagle and two...

SummaryDonald Trump and Elon Musk's feud over a tax-cut bill continues, with Trump stating he has no plans to speak with Musk and calling for a review of Musk's federal contracts. Musk has criticized Trump's "big beautiful bill," suggesting it would politically harm Republicans and increase national debt, while also hinting at forming a new political party. The ongoing conflict may jeopardize Republican control in the 2026 midterms, as Musk's support could wane and protests...

SummaryUS President Donald Trump is currently allowed to bar the Associated Press (AP) from certain White House media events after a US Court of Appeals ruling paused a lower court's order granting AP journalists access. The 2-1 decision, led by Circuit Judge Neomi Rao, argued that the injunction infringed on the President's control over private workspaces, while a dissenting judge criticized the ruling's implications for press freedom. The AP's lawsuit stems from restrictions imposed by...

Russia launched a significant missile and drone attack on Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including three emergency responders, and injuring 80 others nationwide, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. This assault, involving 407 drones and 45 missiles, followed a warning from Russian President Vladimir Putin after Ukrainian drones attacked Russian strategic bomber aircraft. In addition to damage in Kyiv, other cities like Lutsk and Ternopil were also targeted, prompting calls from Zelenskiy...