The Straits Times - September 20, 2024
The Straits Times - September 20, 2024
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In this issue
September 20, 2024
1 in 3 youth in S'pore reports very poor mental health, IMH study shows
Anxiety the most common mental health problem experienced by young people
4 mins
Hezbollah chief says Israeli attacks 'crossed all red lines, vows retribution
Deadly Israeli attacks that blew up Hezbollah radios and pagers crossed all red lines, the leader of the heavily armed Lebanese movement said on Sept 19, in a speech broadcast as sonic booms from Israeli warplanes shook buildings in Beirut.
4 mins
Over 98,000 young people, parents engaged on mental health
Community health services promoting early identification of issues and providing support
2 mins
Pager attack puts the spotlight on Israel's secretive Unit 8200
The mass pager attack against Hezbollah in Lebanon has turned the spotlight on Israel's secretive Unit 8200, the Israel Defence Forces' intelligence unit, which a Western security source said was involved in planning the operation.
2 mins
Israel proclaims 'new era' in conflict amid risks of wider war
Analysts see attacks on Hezbollah devices as the start of a novel Israeli strategy
4 mins
Japan's Icom no longer makes radio reportedly used in Lebanon blasts
Japanese firm Icom said on Sept 19 it had stopped producing the model of radios reportedly used in recent blasts in Lebanon around 10 years ago.
1 min
Unease within Japanese community in China after fatal stabbing of boy
One by one, they laid flowers at the gate of a Japanese school in Shenzhen, which was strikingly quiet even as nearby streets filled with children heading home from class.
4 mins
More S'pore residents agree with death penalty for serious crimes
Respondents in 2023 MHA survey felt use of the death penalty deterred such crimes
4 mins
Economic outlook, stocks in for a boost as Fed makes big rate cut
Likely further reductions in coming months will lift US economy and benefit Singapore
3 mins
Universities in China swop majors to fulfil nation's aims
'Softer' courses like foreign languages and music are out, while Al and big data are in
5 mins
News analysis Indonesia's vigilantes use social media to make politicians face the music
Politicians' controversial online histories are shared widely by a youthful citizenry
4 mins
Challenges posed by China exceed those of Cold War: US
Official says US must raise shipbuilding speed of navy and defence manufacturing capacity
2 mins
Two more places in Johor to install VEP tags from Sunday
Malaysia's Road Transport Department (JPJ) said it will add two more locations in Johor for vehicle owners from Singapore to collect and install their Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) tags from Sept 22.
1 min
Indonesia's tax agency probes alleged personal data breach
Indonesia's tax agency is investigating an alleged data breach that exposes the taxpayer identification numbers of millions of Indonesians, including President Joko Widodo, his ministers and his two sons, an official said.
1 min
Sri Lanka presidential contenders wrap up campaigns ahead of vote
They pledge to fix an economy struggling to recover from a debilitating financial crisis
1 min
Trump blames 'radical left' for second assassination attempt
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump claimed he was being targeted by \"radical left\" forces and vowed to campaign with renewed purpose at his first full-fledged campaign rally since an alleged second assassination attempt on Sept 15.
2 mins
US sues S'pore firms for $130m over collapse of Baltimore bridge
Civil suit against ship's owner and operator aims to recover the cost to reopen channel
2 mins
New EU defence chief urges Europe to prepare for Russian confrontation
The European Union must be quick to increase its defences as Russia may be ready for a confrontation in six to eight years, the nominee to be the EU's first defence commissioner told Reuters in an interview.
2 mins
Home Team officers lauded for innovative training methods
They are among 25 trainers and training units that receive accolades at ceremony
2 mins
SMRT isolates power cubicle that caught fire
It works with two manufacturers and LTA to ensure stable power supply; joint probe into root cause of fire
2 mins
Trains to run in only one direction on Sept 28 and 29
Trains on the Sengkang LRT line will operate in only one direction for both the East and West loops on Sept 28 and 29 to facilitate the upgrading of Sengkang LRT station to improve passenger flow there.
1 min
Planning to visit Kusu Island? Avoid weekends during pilgrimage season
Those who wish to visit Kusu Island during the upcoming pilgrimage season should do so on weekdays, the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) said.
1 min
Condo leasing volume down in August; HDB rental demand muted
The condominium rental volume dipped 14 per cent in August, a reversal from July's upward trajectory, while prices continued to increase, rising 0.3 per cent.
2 mins
Tampines mixed-use development plot draws $668m top bid
This contrasts with Buona Vista long-stay serviced apartment site getting solitary bid of $120m
3 mins
Singaporean motorcyclist dies in Causeway accident
A Singaporean motorcyclist died after he allegedly crashed and was run over by another motorcyclist on the Causeway near Malaysia's Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex on Sept 18.
1 min
Jail for man who slashed brother for turning off home Wi-Fi
Angry with his older brother for leaving dental floss on his toothbrush and turning off the Wi-Fi at home, a man used an improvised flamethrower to set fire to his sibling's bedroom door and slashed the older man multiple times with a chopper.
2 mins
What's a Sumatra squall and how does it affect Singapore?
Thundery showers and gusty winds on Sept 17 caused by such a storm
4 mins
S'pore stocks rise to highest level since 2007 after Fed rate cut
The jumbo rate cut by the US Federal Reserve overnight turbocharged shares here to their highest level since November 2007.
1 min
GIC chief, Bridgewater founder both cautious on global outlook
Mr Ray Dalio, founder of the world's largest hedge fund, and Mr Lim Chow Kiat, the chief executive officer of Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC, are increasingly cautious about the year ahead due to political risk and uncertain global growth prospects.
1 min
Vietnamese tycoon sentenced to death faces fresh fraud trial
The second trial of Vietnamese real estate tycoon Truong My Lan, already facing the death penalty for massive fraud, began on Sept 19, underscoring the new Communist Party chief's determination to press ahead with a crackdown on corruption.
2 mins
Ninja Van suspends operations at Vietnam unit amid wage issues
Company working on resolving delayed salary and social insurance payments
2 mins
Lenders owed $1 billion fight over Tupperware assets
Troubled firm tried negotiating sale of some assets, including famous brand name
3 mins
SNEF elects new council; internal review completed
The Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) has elected 20 members to its council for a two-year term at its annual general meeting on Sept 19.
1 min
S'pore companies find opportunities in the Netherlands despite regulatory challenges
Business Correspondent ROTTERDAM - Singapore companies operating in the Netherlands are grappling with the complexity of evolving sustainability regulations and incurring more costs in efforts to comply with them.
3 mins
Asia's super rich prefer single-family offices to multi-family ones: Study
Wealthy families in region opt for such offices to have greater control over assets
3 mins
ST Engineering opens Gul Road shipyard with 'digital backbone'
Set to replace Tuas facility, new shipyard will use tech to boost safety and efficiency
2 mins
Huawei's Mate XT smartphone and the price of US-China tech race
Amid a sharpened US-China tech war, cooperation is dead and the world is worse off.
5 mins
Once-in-a-lifetime floods are becoming routine
Once rare deadly deluges are happening more frequently and causing damage as the planet heats more up.
3 mins
Trump, Vance and American blood and soil
A myth about migrants eating pets masks a calculated political bet.
3 mins
Public spending • Have checks and double-checks on details
Most people would agree with Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong's points cited in the article \"To be effective, public servants must understand political context, changing environment in which Govt functions: SM Lee\" (Sept 18).
1 min
Renovation Review contracts thoroughly before work starts
While I understand the frustration that comes with renovation delays, I believe the situation may be more complex than it appears (Put in place a demerit system for renovation contractors, Sept 19).
1 min
Platform workers differ from the self-employed and need support
We refer to Mr Foo Sing Kheng's letter \"Do what's essential but don't over-protect platform workers\" (Sept 11).
1 min
FORTUNA'S BIG CHANCE TO ROLL BACK THE YEARS
Elliot Ness can give formidable force in the 2021-22 era one of their last Kranji victories
2 mins
NAVY SEALS ALL GRIT AT TRIALS
Trainer Tan Kah Soon's two-time winner sprints home the best to score by a whisker
2 mins
TAN FINALLY ENDS 9-YEAR WAIT FOR SINGLES WIN
Inspired by sister, bowler's hard work and dedication pay off with Asian crown in Bangkok
2 mins
WNBA boost for Portland beyond basketball court
Portland, Oregon has become the latest city to benefit from the Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) rapid expansion plans after being awarded a franchise on Sept 18 that will begin play in 2026.
1 min
GOLF MERGER'S 2 HURDLES
Mcllroy says US Department of Justice and players' interests are deal's stumbling blocks
2 mins
Federer busy with tennis to avoid feeling 'like an alien'
BERLIN Roger Federer said that staying involved with tennis in retirement helped him avoid feeling \"like an alien\" ahead of the Sept 2022 Laver Cup in Berlin, Germany.
2 mins
Diamond League prize money of $12m to give stars an elite platform
The Diamond League will increase its prize money to more than US$9 million (S$11.6 million) in 2025, the highest in the history of the track-and-field series, its organisers said on Sept 18.
2 mins
Not the best show but Dortmund relieved after late goals at Brugge
Borussia Dortmund rode their luck in a 3-0 Champions League win at Belgian side Club Brugge on Sept 18, when all their goals came in the final 14 minutes after the hosts had missed several chances.
1 min
PEP GIVES CREDIT TO 'DEFENCE MASTERS'
Man City held by Inter at home but coach satisfied, says opponents are exceptional
2 mins
Odegaard's injury layoff 'a big test'
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has a big problem on his hands ahead of the vital English Premier League top-of-the-table clash with rivals Manchester City on Sept 22.
1 min
MEAN ON THE CIRCUITS, BUT NOT ON THE MEAN STREETS
Racer Christian, 17, is blazing his way into F3, but he is yet to get his driving licence
3 mins
Spurs boss hopes comeback instils 'belief' in team
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou admitted that it was a \"tough game\" after Brennan Johnson scored a stoppage-time winner, as Spurs hit two late goals to scramble past Coventry City 2-1 and reach the League Cup last 16 on Sept 18.
2 mins
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