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🏠 How much do property agents in Singapore really earn? Those in the industry say it's a common misconception that they simply open doors for viewings and earn 5-figure commissions. What the job entails: https://str.sg/mFEd

Police are investigating an incident where an elderly man was allegedly pushed to the ground after he patted a girl on the head at a coffee shop in East Coast. https://str.sg/MJBY

70-year-old Doreen Lee says she's addicted to her smartphone, spending up to 12 hours online daily. Watch as she explains what keeps her glued to her screen: https://str.sg/nvMw

🐶🏆 Jinny Lu, a 6-year-old pug rescue, has been crowned the 2026 winner of The World’s Ugliest Dog Contest. The annual event in California aims to promote dog adoptions and celebrate the imperfections that make all dogs special and unique. https://str.sg/CEvS

What’s a hound's warning sound? 🐶 If you answered GRR, you're a step closer to solving today’s puzzle! 👉 Play ST and NLB’s weekly crossword that comes with a local twist: https://str.sg/gD7m

Young adults with autism in Singapore are often pigeonholed into sectors such as F&B, housekeeping and retail. The goal is not just more jobs for those on the spectrum, but also better-matched opportunities, says this writer. Check out ST’s new series The Spectrum: https://str.sg/46pLq

“I apologise for all the trouble, pain and loss that you had to go through because of my failure.” Former PHV driver-turned-vending machine boss Lim Jian Bin was declared bankrupt after over 40 investors pumped up to $4 million into his business. The police received a number of reports following his bankruptcy, and investigations are ongoing. https://str.sg/A2ww

Singapore lost 3-1 to Thailand in the first leg of the ASEAN Championship semi-final clash. The Lions will be heavy underdogs when they travel to Bangkok to play the second leg at the Rajamangala Stadium on Aug 18. https://str.sg/bQS2

SATS has expressed concern following allegations on LinkedIn that a wheelchair assistant at Changi Airport had his pay docked for being 11 seconds late. The airport ground services provider said it is seeking clarification from its service partner, Aventa Services, on the matter. https://str.sg/wRNag

A multi-sports facility with Singapore’s only dedicated BMX racing track has officially opened in Brickland-Tengah. The Bricks features amenities such as a sheltered basketball court, fitness areas for adults and seniors, and a playground. https://str.sg/SVzP

If I continue to live in Singapore, I’m not sure if I will ever experience living like this in my lifetime. Some Singaporeans are renting a property overseas while owning a home here. They share their different reasons for doing so: https://str.sg/kV7t

At least 2 people have been killed after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck east Indonesia early today. The quake struck off the north coast of Flores island at a relatively shallow depth of just 10km. https://str.sg/DFiL

Couldn’t get tickets to BigBang’s concert in Singapore? Marina Bay Sands has announced hospitality packages with premium seats and fine-dining meals starting from $1,388. https://str.sg/tPCi

This week's trending stories 💍 Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez: https://str.sg/iewd ⚽ Ecuador police seize nearly 370kg of cocaine bearing Erling Haaland’s photos: https://str.sg/eRj3 🏥 Ng Teng Fong General Hospital’s ICUs going tapless to reduce water use, contamination risks: https://str.sg/Jq4GR

At least 2 people have been killed after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck east Indonesia early today. The quake struck off the north coast of Flores island at a relatively shallow depth of just 10km. https://str.sg/DFiL

$15.1 million has been lost in a cryptocurrency scam after a man in Singapore was approached on LinkedIn by someone posing as a recruiter. The victim had unknowingly downloaded malicious software during a fake technical assessment, giving scammers access to his and his company’s accounts. https://str.sg/f7g6

Diagnosed with hearing loss at 5 months old, Jade Ow was once a "lone figure" in school. Now 24, she has found her place and voice in theatre, and was awarded the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship to pursue her master's at Oxford University. Read her story: https://str.sg/zp2J Follow Headstart's Instagram account: https://str.sg/kjWc #stheadstart

🏎 F1 fans, this is for you. Mercedes reserve driver Fred Vesti will take the team’s car down a stretch of Orchard Road on Aug 30 as part of a 2-day adidas event. K-pop girl group Babymonster will also make an appearance. https://str.sg/aMji

🥵☀️ 2026 could be the hottest year on record due to an unusually powerful El Nino, experts said. The weather phenomenon, which started in June, has raised the odds of 2026 becoming the hottest year from 12% in July to 69% in August. https://str.sg/bGV4

More green spaces in Gillman Barracks and Maju Forest will be retained, says Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan. https://str.sg/LkMr