The Straits Times - July 12, 2024
The Straits Times - July 12, 2024
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In this issue
July 12, 2024
NTUC to be designated a politically significant person
Move aims to mitigate its risk of being target of foreign influence, given ties to PAP
3 mins
China warns Nato against provoking confrontation over Russia ties
China on July 11 warned Nato against “provoking confrontation” over its ties with Russia, after the alliance accused Beijing of playing a key role in helping Moscow’s assault on Ukraine.
3 mins
Nato allies move to counter Russia and bolster Ukraine
German missile deal, aid boost to Kyiv are warning shots for Putin
3 mins
The next president's age may put the US at a disadvantage
Experts say a vulnerable leader projects a weak image for the country, hurts credibility
5 mins
'Sauna' cabin outside flat removed at owner's request after online buzz
A “sauna” cabin outside a Serangoon Housing Board (HDB) flat was removed on July 11, after photos of the wooden structure went viral online in recent days.
2 mins
Support from minority voters no longer a sure thing for Anwar
Low turnout at recent by-election shows 'growing disappointment' with PH: Analyst
4 mins
South Korea to deploy cheap, invisible laser weapons against drones
SEOUL South Korea will deploy laser weapons to shoot down North Korean drones, becoming the world's first country to deploy and operate such weapons in the military, the country's arms procurement agency said on July 11.
1 min
Residents trapped in Gaza City even as mediators seek truce
Hamas says massive attack this week could wreck efforts to finally end the war
2 mins
Chief Justice and URA chairman receive honorary degrees from NUS
They are university’s highest form of recognition for outstanding individuals
3 mins
Changi has extra eyes to spot runway debris - AI scanner
iFerret, which flags objects as small as 4cm, among AI projects presented at tech event
2 mins
STI climbs 0.4% on the back of US rate-cut optimism
Gainers easily outpace losers 382 to 220 on broader market | Mapletree Logistics Trust is tops among STI Reits, up 4.8% | UOB and OCBC dip, but DBS rises to all-time high of $38.38
1 min
Azalea launches latest series of private equity-backed bonds for retail investors
Azalea Asset Management has launched for public subscription its latest issue of private equity-backed bonds – Astrea 8.
3 mins
More than half of criminal gains end up at crypto exchanges: Report
More than half of global illicit funds from crimes end up at centralised cryptocurrency exchanges, said a report by blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis.
2 mins
SAVING THE BEST FOR LAST
Trainer Peters’ Last Supper looks all set to outrun Class 4 peers again in closing event
2 mins
MCILROY DOES 'GOOD JOB' OF FOCUSING
Scottish Open holder starts impressively; Thai Patty in 3-way lead at Evian C’ship
2 mins
'WE HAVE AS GOOD A CHANCE AS SPAIN'
Southgate admits that final rivals are the best team, but England want to be loved’
3 mins
Louis' mission in Olympic debut: Better 100m mark
When Benber Yu first started coaching Singapore sprinter Marc Louis over a decade ago, the latter was never a favourite in races nor was his talent immediately apparent.
2 mins
Fann Wong and son climb only 5m of the Great Wall of China
Singaporean actress Fann Wong and her son tried, but did not manage, to be heroes.
2 mins
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