The Straits Times - September 22, 2024
The Straits Times - September 22, 2024
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In this issue
September 22, 2024
Norris pips Verstappen to Singapore GP pole
Lando Norris' goal of getting his first Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix title and a first for McLaren since 2009 when Lewis Hamilton claimed victory -- was given a huge boost on Sept 21, when he edged out Red Bull's Max Verstappen to secure pole position.
1 min
S'pore unis' computing enrolment surges; stiff competition for jobs
Growing pool of such graduates soon entering a rapidly changing tech industry
4 mins
Tears and joy as bone marrow recipients meet their donors
When Mr Lim Wee Kiat was studying at Nanyang Technological University, he decided to impress a fellow student he had a crush on in an unusual way - by signing up as a bone marrow donor at a booth set up by the Bone Marrow Donor Programme (BMDP).
3 mins
Survey finds improvement in graciousness among neighbours
More are open to resolving disputes directly even as many report barriers to interaction
3 mins
NO JOB, NO EDUCATION AND NO COUNTRY
Stateless young man seeks a better future here
8 mins
Malaysian King weeps over late son in meeting with China's Xi
The Malaysian King, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, became emotional when he told Chinese President Xi Jinping about his son who died in 2015 after battling liver cancer.
1 min
Child abuse cases shine light on secretive Malaysian group
Police probing cult-linked group as an organised crime ring; 155 suspects detained
6 mins
All eyes on Iswaran's trial set to begin on Sept 24
Former minister is first political office-holder in nearly five decades to be tried in court
5 mins
Medical Mysteries Man who doesn't drink alcohol gets drunk eating carbs
It was morning when the man was pulled over by the police, who assumed he was driving under the influence.
4 mins
UN urges states to use sway over Israel, Hezbollah to avoid war
UNITED NATIONS - A top United Nations official on Sept. 20 urged all countries with influence over Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah \"to leverage it now\" to avoid an escalation of Middle East violence that she warned could dwarf the devastation seen so far.
2 mins
No respite for Hezbollah as Israel keeps up military pressure
Aim is to force militia to withdraw its troops from the border and cease its missile attacks
4 mins
NZ pilot freed by Papua rebels after 19 months
Snatched in 2023, his release comes after diplomatic efforts by Wellington and Jakarta
2 mins
Sri Lanka votes for new president with economic future at stake
Whoever wins race will have to ensure nation sticks to IMF bailout plan till 2027
2 mins
Thailand launches new visa to woo digital nomads
Thailand's Foreign Ministry is promoting the new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) in a bid to attract foreign nationals to work remotely while travelling around the country.
1 min
Cambodia pulls out of border development deal with Vietnam and Laos
Cambodia has withdrawn from a decades-old regional economic development deal with Vietnam and Laos, Prime Minister Hun Manet said, in a surprise concession to critics concerned about the kingdom losing territory to its neighbours.
1 min
Prominent Viet climate activist released from jail
Prominent climate activist Hoang Thi Minh Hong has been released early from jail, her husband said on Sept 21, hours ahead of a visit by Vietnam's top leader to the US.
2 mins
India's Manipur on alert after reported Myanmar infiltration
Security forces on India's north-east border have been placed on alert following reports that 900 suspected militants from war-torn Myanmar have crossed into restive Manipur state, a security official said.
1 min
Koizumi is top choice in polls among lawmakers in LDP leadership race
Former environment minister Shinjiro Koizumi is leading in support from fellow lawmakers in Japan's ruling party leadership race, polls showed, raising the possibility of him becoming the nation's youngest prime minister.
2 mins
Shaky beef supply, shortage of rice drive home Japan's food security fears
Dire challenges lead to novel solutions, with ostrich rice bowls appearing on the menu
4 mins
China's 'beautiful governor' jailed over affairs with her staff, corruption
A female official from south-west China - nicknamed \"the beautiful governor\" for her looks - was sentenced to 13 years in prison and fined one million yuan (S$183,000) over misconduct.
2 mins
HIGH STAKES, HIGH COST
China's tuition ban drives industry underground where high demand and climate of fear lead to soaring prices
5 mins
First polar bear seen in Iceland in years shot dead by police
For the first time in years, a polar bear was spotted on Icelandic soil. But within hours, it was deemed a threat and shot by the police on Sept 19.
2 mins
US turns to allies for shipbuilding help as China navy grows
It seeks investment from S. Korea and Japan after virtual collapse of its own industry
5 mins
Ukraine joins Nato drill for first time to test anti-drone systems
NATO concluded a major anti-drone exercise this week, with Ukraine taking part for the first time as the Western alliance seeks to learn urgently from the rapid development and widespread use of unmanned systems in the war there.
2 mins
US Secret Service probe finds lack of diligence
A US Secret Service probe found communication gaps and a lack of diligence ahead of the July attempted assassination of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania, rally.
2 mins
UK PM to stop accepting gifts of clothes after row over donations
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will no longer accept gifts of clothing, his office said on Sept 20, responding to growing pressure from political opponents accusing him of hypocrisy.
1 min
Harris slams Trump for hypocrisy on abortion as US starts voting
She calls bans immoral and says he is the architect of healthcare crisis
3 mins
Plans to add homes, amenities to Newton area being studied
Move aims to cater to demand for more diverse housing options in central locations
3 mins
5 arrested for alleged links to banking-related malware scams
Four men and a woman, aged between 18 and 46, have been arrested for their suspected involvement in a recent spate of banking-related malware scam cases.
2 mins
New initiative aims to let caregivers remotely monitor health of seniors
A new initiative being trialled aims to allow caregivers to remotely monitor the health of vulnerable senior citizens, such as those living on their own, ensuring they receive more timely care and support.
2 mins
Heartland shops keen to tap new grant for community activities
40 merchants express interest, with several recipients featured in Marine Parade bazaar
3 mins
YouTube Premium users in Singapore hit with subscription fee hikes
Subscribers to YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium in Singapore are the latest to be hit with price hikes, some as high as 56 per cent, following similar moves in other countries
3 mins
4 arrested over break-in, theft at Changi Rd pet shop
Four people who allegedly broke into and stole items from a Changi Road pet shop were arrested on Sept 19.
1 min
Genealogy books sought for NLB collection
These valuable documents will be digitised, made accessible to S'poreans, researchers
3 mins
When bronze turtles can't save you: Surviving small business management
Horror stories about some managers who thought they were gods.
3 mins
Moving out as a young adult - it's not personal
As much as I love my parents, dwelling in your familial home as an adult is difficult. A place of your own can be integral to self-care and growth.
5 mins
The demons of childhood sexual abuse are stubborn, but can be banished
Even as I have grown older, I can still recall from my distant childhood some disconnected images of my father sitting by my bedside when I was sick; our walks along the seafront promenade that was then called Queen Elizabeth Walk; of my mother teaching me to write by tracing the strokes of the Chinese characters on my palm; and of the chicken noodles redolent of sesame oil she cooked on my birthdays.
5 mins
I come from 'rock bottom,' says McLaren's Bianca Bustamante
Having risen out of her darkest hours during the pandemic, the Filipino race car driver is aiming to reach Formula One - her Everest.
6 mins
Why promoters of dubious schemes are liable for investors' losses
Case of couple who lured victims into 'safe and profitable' scheme serves as a warning
5 mins
How to seek compensation after being misled into a bad deal
Being duped into putting huge sums into dubious investments is an all-too-common risk faced by the elderly and less savvy investors.
2 mins
Statistically speaking, our drivers can catch Max Verstappen: McLaren CEO
Under Zak Brown's leadership, Fl team has emerged from its years of struggle
9 mins
Catch that concert or theatre play, but do your sums wisely
It's on ourselves to make sure we have enough money left for lunch the next day
4 mins
Nvidia is key to the market, but is it worth this much?
Nvidia designs most of the advanced chips that power artificial intelligence (AI), and that has made it an earnings machine, producing astonishing profits that have buoyed the entire stock market.
4 mins
Start-up boss driven to create positive impact after tumour scare
He wants his battery recycling company recognised as one that champions sustainability
4 mins
Parental stress can be a drag on the economy
It's official. Parenting is difficult. So much so that US Surgeon-General Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory about the stress and mental health issues that parenting creates. Parenting joins social media for children, healthcare worker burnout and firearm violence as issues the US Department of Health and Human Services felt it needed to formally address.
3 mins
MAKIN SCORES, GOLD CUP LOOMS
Gutsy win is the perfect prelude to 2,000m showpiece, but Burridge baulks at handicap
3 mins
S'PORE STRIKE GOLD WITH NEW TRIO
Tan gets second gold at Asian C'ships after teaming up with Lim and New for first time
2 mins
Embiid signs till 2029, aims to be a Sixer for life
Joel Embiid has signed a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced on Sept 20, with the Cameroon-born centre saying that he wants to stay a Sixer for his entire National Basketball Association (NBA) career.
2 mins
All Blacks triumph in 'hell of a Bledisloe battle'
New Zealand snapped a two-game losing streak with a nail-biting 31-28 win over Australia on Sept 21, holding off a second-half charge to retain the Bledisloe Cup
2 mins
Gunners' defence is the strongest weapon in their Arsenal
Arsenal's current circumstances dictate that their defence needs to be the reincarnation of the fabled five, who won titles under George Graham and Arsene Wenger.
2 mins
CHANCE TO PROVE ARSENAL'S PROGRESS
Arteta has urged his side to enjoy Man City showdown and show what we're capable of'
2 mins
Reds pick Cherries apart in 3-0 victory
LONDON – Arne Slot may be new to the English Premier League, but he knows that his Liverpool team should be all about winning or, at the very least, bouncing back after a setback.
2 mins
Resilient Young Lions claw back to draw 4-4
Once again, the Young Lions found themselves staring down the barrel of defeat in the Singapore Premier League (SPL), when Hougang United led 4-2 at half-time on Sept 21.
2 mins
'FRESH' JACKSON FIRES UP BLUES
Senegalese bags brace in 3-0 win over West Ham to take his tally to four goals in five league games
2 mins
STILL RACING TO FIND A LEGACY
Local motor sports fraternity hope Singapore GP will be more than a 'tourist attraction'
8 mins
Place for women in motor sports: F1 Academy boss
When she was in secondary school, much of Abbi Pulling's spare time was spent working on PowerPoint slides for potential sponsors in order to keep her racing dreams alive.
2 mins
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