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‘Fake news’: Why Facebook and twitter have been put on notice in Singapore

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4 years ago

May 20, 2021

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Singapore’s health authorities have invoked a “fake news law” – in response to false COVID-19 claims being shared online.

As Ticker’s International Correspondent Jackson Williams reports, social media platforms will be required to carry a correction notice.

An Indian politician this week called for flights from Singapore to be cancelled – claiming a new Covid-19 strain had been found in the city-state

In a social media post – Delhi’s Chief Minister claimed the Singapore variant was “very dangerous for children”.

Only – no such strain actually exists.

Singapore’s Foreign Minister responded to the tweet.. declaring.. Politicians should stick to facts! There is no “Singapore variant”.

His ministry also issued a statement, expressing its disappointment “…that a prominent political figure had failed to ascertain the facts before making such claims.”

India’s central government has also distanced itself from the false claim, which has spread online.

Singapore’s Health Ministry has now issued a directive to Facebook and Twitter – ordering the social media platforms to carry a correction notice to users.

The order was issued under Singapore’s so-called fake news law, which came into force in 20-19

The financial hub is currently experiencing a spike in COVID-19 infections… leading to a return to tight restrictions – and the postponement of a travel bubble with Hong Kong

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Poland downs Russian drones amid airspace breach

Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.

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September 11, 2025

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Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.

Poland has intercepted suspected Russian drones that entered its airspace during an attack on Ukraine.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the incident an act of aggression, prompting emergency meetings, heightened military readiness, and a temporary closure of Polish airports.

NATO leaders are preparing to meet and discuss possible collective action.

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Oracle stock surges, pushing Ellison toward richest title

Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom

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3 hours ago

September 11, 2025

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Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom

In Short:
– Oracle shares rose 43% to $345.69, nearing a trillion-dollar valuation after multi-billion-dollar contracts were announced.
– Co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth increased to $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person.

Oracle shares surged 43% to a record high of $345.69, putting the company close to joining the trillion-dollar club.

This spike follows the announcement of four multi-billion-dollar contracts on Tuesday, indicating a shift towards increased computing capacity necessary for AI development.

The surge boosts co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth to approximately $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person, currently held by Elon Musk at $439.9 billion.

Oracle expects to see a market valuation around $913 billion if gains hold, contributing an additional $234 billion.

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Oracle’s significant contracts include one with OpenAI for about $300 billion in computing power over five years.

The partnership is critical as Oracle aims to expand its market share, currently dominated by Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, which collectively hold 65%.

The company also supports AI startups, including xAI, founded by Musk, affirming its essential role in upcoming large-scale AI infrastructure projects, projected to reach $500 billion.

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Charlie Kirk has died following shooting at Utah university

Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident

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3 hours ago

September 11, 2025

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Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident

In Short:
– Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator, was shot during a speech at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
– Authorities are investigating the incident, with the community showing strong support for Kirk.

Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator, has died after he was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

The incident occurred around noon local time, with video footage circulating on social media showing the moment shots were fired.Kirk is the founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, a significant conservative youth organisation active across 3,500 college campuses.

He has been influential on the right and is known for his podcast and “Prove Me Wrong” debates.

Kirk, 31, also played a key role in Donald Trump’s outreach to young voters during the 2024 election.

The university, located in Orem, Utah, is home to over 46,000 students, making it the largest in the state.