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Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Saturday, Aug 8.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Early-stage coronavirus vaccine trial begins in Singapore

Volunteers are being screened for Lunar-Cov19's early-stage clinical trial and the first vaccinations are expected to be given next week.At least 17 dead after Air India Express flight from Dubai crash lands at Kerala airportUS imposes sanctions on Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam, 10 other officials for undermining city's autonomy

The US Treasury Department said Lam was sanctioned because she is “directly responsible for implementing Beijing’s policies of suppression of freedom and democratic processes”.This year, the state flag and F-15 fighter jet fly-pasts will cover much of the island including the heartland for the first time.

Religious organisations have to submit safe management plans at least three days before they plan to start Seventh Month prayer services.The pioneer industrial estate will be transformed into a unique eco-district where work and play coexist with wildlife.Para sports: Archer Nur Syahidah Alim, bowler Eric Foo win big at Singapore Disability Sports Awards Syahidah, the world No. 1 para archer, won a historic gold medal at the World Archery Para Championships last year.

 

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