The Straits Times - August 28, 2024
The Straits Times - August 28, 2024
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August 28, 2024
North-South Corridor could include iconic public space linking three cultural districts
An iconic public space at the intersection of Rochor Canal Road, Sungei Road and Jalan Besar could be constructed to connect three cultural districts Little India, Kampong Glam and Waterloo Street and educational institutions nearby.
3 mins
Job seeker support to help Singapore workers who earned $5k or less a month
60,000 jobless people set to benefit each year when scheme is rolled out next April
4 mins
A strong, effective SAF is S'pore's most important insurance policy: PM Wong
NS is the backbone while SAF continues to evolve, he says during visit to BMT centre
3 mins
SkillsFuture credits can be used for 30,000 new online courses
Starting from Aug 28, Singaporeans can access more than 30,000 new courses on two online learning platforms using their Skills Future credits.
3 mins
Malaysia's former PM Muhyiddin pleads not guilty to sedition charge
KUALA LUMPUR - Opposition chief Muhyiddin Yassin pleaded not guilty to a charge of sedition on Aug 27, over a speech in Kelantan earlier in August where he had said he was not invited by the King to form the government despite claiming the majority support of MPs after the 2022 General Election.
2 mins
Grim mood, shuttered shops as search for victim continues
Operation expands to sewer tunnels 7km away; shoppers avoid area amid safety fears
4 mins
Risk of broader war eased 'somewhat' after Israel-Hezbollah clash: US general
The near-term risk of a broader war in the Middle East has eased somewhat after Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah exchanged fire without further escalation, but Iran still poses a significant danger as it weighs a strike on Israel, America's top general said on Aug 26.
3 mins
Two ships in transit in Singapore suspected of carrying toxic waste
Cargo, which was bound for Thailand, being sent back to Albania
3 mins
Beware the 'experts' used by Russia to influence American public opinion
US sees it as threat to coming elections, as Microsoft warns of its Ukraine agenda
5 mins
At least five killed in major Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russia launched missile and drone attacks targeting scores of Ukrainian regions, killing at least five people, officials said on Aug 27, a day after Moscow's biggest air attack of the war on its neighbour.
1 min
Telegram CEO held over probe into drug trafficking on app
France says crimes related to child porn also being probed; denies political motive
3 mins
Top Chinese, US officials hope for productive talks
Beijing meeting comes as Tokyo and Manila blame China for raising tensions in region
2 mins
China is 'biggest disruptor' of peace in S-E Asia: Philippine minister
China is the \"biggest disruptor\" of peace in South-east Asia, the Philippines' defence chief said on Aug 27, as tensions between Manila and Beijing over disputed reefs and waters in the South China Sea escalate.
1 min
Japan calls Chinese aircraft incursion a 'serious violation'
Japan on Aug 27 slammed what it called the first confirmed incursion by a Chinese military aircraft into its airspace as a \"serious violation\" of its sovereignty, saying Beijing was becoming \"increasingly active\".
3 mins
Fake Indian news makes Hindus in Bangladesh more vulnerable
Disinformation swirls about alleged persecution of religious minorities
4 mins
New mpox strain evolving fast, complicating scientists' response
Its spread is often in areas where experts lack funding and equipment to track it
4 mins
Mentors help S'pore youth prepare for 'Olympics of vocational skills' in France
The coaches are past participants able to shed light on what competition entails
4 mins
Jail for man who gave $235k in bribes to a zoo director
Court Correspondent The sole proprietor of a maintenance and renovation company gave bribes totalling more than $235,000 to a director of facilities management at the Singapore Zoological Gardens.
2 mins
No foul play suspected in baby's death at home, coroner's inquiry hears
Two-month-old child showed no signs of neglect or abuse, says investigation officer
2 mins
Woman, news site founder fined for fake KKH miscarriage story
A woman who fabricated a story about suffering a miscarriage at KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH) and the founder of alternative news site Wake Up, Singapore (WUSG), who published the false account, were both fined by a district court on Aug 26.
3 mins
Canada to hit China with tariffs on EVs, aluminium and steel
It will also launch 30-day consultation on other sectors, including batteries
3 mins
Temu owner PDD's warning sounds alarm on China's growth
One of the last remaining bright spots for Chinese consumption is rapidly fading, as the nation's economic malaise takes a toll on demand for even the most accessible of goods.
3 mins
Reviving listings among priorities for equities market review group
Set up by MAS, it discussed key challenges and opportunities at its inaugural meeting
2 mins
Leaders, firms lauded for work in corporate governance
Keppel, ComfortDelGro and CSE Global net the most awards within their categories
3 mins
S'pore workplaces are inclusive, 69% say in youth survey
But one in three respondents has seen or experienced discrimination there
6 mins
Succession and other looming challenges for Timor-Leste
Twenty-five years after a landmark vote for independence, it faces a generational handover in leadership, old social conflicts and a potential fiscal crisis.
6 mins
Psychological resilience fundamental in the fight against scams
Deception and social engineering were behind most reported scams, with victims manipulated into transferring money directly in many of these cases.
5 mins
'Two bowls of poison: China weighs a Trump v Harris presidency
Beijing wary of 'mystery' around the US Vice-President, who has had little exposure to foreign affairs.
4 mins
TRIED AND TESTED ONES TO THE FORE
Meagher counts on bread-and-butter horses to cement second spot on the trainers' table
3 mins
NEW AFF CUP DATES TO AVOID CLASH
Still, clubs not obligated to release players outside Fifa window, while SPL needs break
3 mins
Teacher-pupil pair shine at World Taijiquan C'ships
When she was nine, Charlotte Ng learnt taijiquan from national wushu exponent Vera Tan.
2 mins
'THRILLED' ROOKIE IN TEAM EUROPE
Valenzuela named with Pedersen, Hall and Nordqvist as Solheim Cup captain's picks
2 mins
Fl constructors' title for the taking: Wolff
McLaren and Dutch Grand Prix winner Lando Norris have blown the Formula One constructors' championship wide open with Red Bull in danger of being overhauled, according to Mercedes boss Toto Wolff.
2 mins
FOR OLD-TIMERS' SAKE, START EARLIER: NOVAK
The 37-year-old bemoans after his win goes past midnight, saying his batteries are low
2 mins
MEDALS ADD AIM FOR UKRAINIANS
Fencer says a good haul will boost morale in war-torn nation, help 'disability acceptance'
3 mins
Disability sport to be illuminated in City of Light
The Paris Paralympics begin on Aug 28 with a spectacular opening ceremony in a city still on a high after the highly successful Olympics.
2 mins
Offering hope to heal and cope
Healthcare financing framework eases money concerns of 92-year-old'’s caregiver
3 mins
Mariah Carey's mother and sister die on same day
American singer Mariah Carey's mother Patricia Hickey and sister Alison Carey died on the same day over the weekend, according to the American media on Aug 26.
1 min
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