The Straits Times - October 07, 2024
The Straits Times - October 07, 2024
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October 07, 2024
Israel signals 'new phase' in Gaza war a year after Hamas' attack
GAZA STRIP - The Israeli military carried out air strikes in the Gaza Strip on Oct 6 and signaled that it was stepping up operations in the enclave as it pressed on with its campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
4 mins
2,000 flats with wait time of under three years to be launched
October sales exercise includes project with 2-year wait period, one of the shortest ever
3 mins
PCF to open 2 eldercare centres in Jurong, boost services in Simei
Move to meet rising demand for senior care services amid a fast-ageing population
3 mins
HOT & BOTHERED
With 2023 the hottest year on record globally and 2024 shaping up to be even warmer, workers from certain sectors are increasingly under threat from extreme heat. The Straits Times looks at the workers who are getting hot under the collar and what is being done to help them keep cool.
4 mins
"'Mentally, you have to push through': Delivery riders' long hours, hot days
Food delivery rider Roger hates standing still, especially when it is hot. \"If I stop moving, that's when the fatigue hits,\" he said.
6 mins
Pan Pacific Orchard hotel crowned world's best new skyscraper
It represents best of responsible vertical urbanism, says chief of global body
2 mins
Rising temperatures pose growing risk to port workers
Climate Change Editor
4 mins
Anwar reframes policies based on class, shifting away from racial lenses
Move could avoid alienating Malay majority as well as his core support of Chinese progressives
4 mins
'Impossible' for China to be Taiwan's motherland, says Lai
TAIPEI - It is \"impossible\" for the People's Republic of China to become Taiwan's motherland because Taiwan has older political roots, the island's President Lai Ching-te said on Oct 5.
1 min
Chinese e-commerce giants take steps towards integration
Shoppers get more payment options, while platforms widen their reach
4 mins
China, N. Korea mark 75 years of ties with vows of cooperation
SEOUL - The leaders of China and North Korea vowed on Oct 6 to enhance bilateral cooperation, on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, Pyongyang's state news agency KCNA reported.
1 min
Kazakhstan votes on whether to build its first nuclear plant
ALMATY - Kazakhstan began voting in a referendum on Oct 6 on whether to build its first nuclear power plant, an idea promoted by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's government as the Central Asian nation seeks to phase out polluting coal plants.
2 mins
India's ruling BJP projected to lose two state elections
NEW DELHI - India's ruling party is projected to lose two key provincial elections to the main opposition Congress party and its allies, exit polls showed, suggesting another setback after the party fared poorly in national elections.
1 min
South Korean President Yoon to make state visit to S'pore
It is part of the leader's South-east Asia tour aimed at elevating ties in the region
3 mins
Dog neutering done without surgery and it’s reversible
SANTIAGO - Findley is one lucky dog.
1 min
Potential Hezbollah leader out of contact after Israeli strike: Source
His loss would be another blow to group, as heavy Israeli bombardment rocks Beirut
3 mins
Harris offers aid pledges during visit to storm-hit state
Vice-President Kamala Harris met relief officials and volunteers in North Carolina on Oct 5 in a show of support for victims of Hurricane Helene, which caused large-scale damage in the election battleground state.
3 mins
Trump holds rally at site of assassination attempt in Pennsylvania
Republicans hope return will boost turnout for him in crucial swing state during polls
4 mins
Chinese hackers hit US wiretap systems: WSJ
Chinese hackers accessed the networks of US broadband providers and obtained information from systems that the federal government uses for court-authorised wiretapping, The Wall Street Journal reported on Oct 5.
1 min
UK eyeing partnerships in S'pore to further nuclear fusion research
Agency looking to tap firms strong in use of AI, advanced manufacturing
5 mins
Chinese EV brand Neta to debut by end-2024 with new distributor
For a start, two sport utility vehicles, the Aya and the X, will be available here
2 mins
Abandoned at birth, she turns her life around after years of anger
Ms Grace Lee, 39, was abandoned at birth. Her mother gave birth to her at KK Women's and Children's Hospital but left without her baby, while her biological father was never in the picture.
3 mins
Large egg clusters from invasive snail species spotted at reservoir
Amid the rocks, water and greenery at Lower Seletar Reservoir, the blobs of pink stood out.
2 mins
S'porean keeps things shipshape at world's largest carbon capture plant in Iceland
Scientists consider such novel tech key in humanity's bid to limit temperature rise.
4 mins
Climate tech company Climeworks sets sights on expansion in Asia
Climate tech company Climeworks, which currently operates two commercial direct air capture (DAC) plants in Iceland, with plans for another in the US, is now eyeing future opportunities in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia and Japan.
2 mins
Oil 'tourists' pile into market amid biggest rally in two years
Retail investors sending prices higher than fundamentals justify
2 mins
The heat is on for energy transition investors
One hundred trillion dollars. This is the vast amount we believe the world will spend by 2050 to decarbonise the global economy. It reflects the sheer scale of the energy transition and the investment opportunity.
4 mins
Over 1.3m workers to be able to claim for inpatient mental care
AIA's move to expand coverage comes amid an increased focus on mental health issues
2 mins
Markets buoyant on positive news from US, China
But conflict in Middle East, looming US election could trigger volatility
5 mins
Banks whip out cheque books for leveraged buyouts as rates fall
LONDON - Investment banks, forced to take big write-downs on risky merger and acquisition loans after a global surge in interest rates, are now jumping back into leveraged buyouts (LBO) - one of the most lucrative areas in finance.
3 mins
We have a food crisis silently brewing in our schools
With canteen operators struggling, vending machines and food deliveries are replacing fresh meals. This raises serious concerns about the long-term health of students.
6 mins
In the world of phishing, the hooks are getting sharper
The cybertraps to lure the unwary are getting more sophisticated in a global growth industry.
7 mins
A year on, Israeli society is divided about the lessons of Oct 7
Hawks and doves, religious and secular, right and left – all the old cleavages are resurfacing.
7 mins
Double ends Lor's wait for winners
HONG KONG - Winless after eight meetings, Frankie Lor's stable cranked into top gear at Sha Tin on Oct 6 with a double crowned by Sword Point's brilliant win in the Class 2 Nam Long Shan Handicap over 1,650m on dirt.
1 min
Zhao marks return with 147 clearance
STOCKHOLM - China's Zhao Xintong bounced back from his recent ban following a match-fixing probe to rattle in the first maximum 147 break at a World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) Q Tour event on Oct 5, as he seeks to return to the pro ranks.
1 min
Charting a new course for women sailors
Of the 12 skippers who took to the water on Oct 5 and Oct 6 for the start of the first Women's America's Cup, not one has had an opportunity to sail the AC75s used by their male counterparts.
2 mins
ADVANI BREAKS ONG'S BIG RUN
Cool Indian punishes errors by home hope to win Singapore Snooker Open 5-1
3 mins
Rugby player on rape charge booed on return
PARIS - France lock Hugo Auradou was described as being \"serene\" by Pau head coach Sebastien Piqueronies on Oct 5, despite being whistled off the pitch in his first match since being accused of rape in Argentina.
2 mins
TEARS OF JOY FOR GAUFF IN CHINA
American clinches second title of 2024; Sinner needs day off after comeback win
3 mins
Victorious Pereira not switching divisions
Brazil's Alex Pereira roared back from a poor start to knock out Khalil Rountree Jr and retain his light heavyweight title at UFC 307 at the Delta Centre on Oct 5, while in the co-main event Julianna Pena beat Raquel Pennington to reclaim the women's bantamweight crown.
1 min
Sidelined Carvajal to return like an 'animal'
MADRID - Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal confirmed that he will undergo surgery after suffering a serious knee injury in the 2-0 Spanish La Liga win over Villarreal on Oct 5.
2 mins
Arteta hails Saka's ability to change games
LONDON - Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta could almost forgive his side for going a goal down to struggling Southampton as it brought out the best in winger Bukayo Saka, who scored one goal and made two more in their 3-1 English Premier League home win on Oct 5.
1 min
KEY KOVACIC UNLOCKS FULHAM
Midfielder fills in for Rodri and bags brace in win to get City's title bid back on track
2 mins
TEN HAG HAILS BATTLING DRAW
United manager says his 'determined' side defended well, showed character at Villa
2 mins
Howe focuses on positives after rare clean sheet in draw at Everton
LONDON Eddie Howe praised Newcastle United's defensive display and rare away clean sheet after the 0-0 English Premier League draw at Everton on Oct 5, as a missed Anthony Gordon penalty denied the visitors all three points.
2 mins
Chelsea frustrated by 10-man Forest but remain fourth
Noni Madueke's equaliser rescued Chelsea in a 1-1 English Premier League draw against 10man Nottingham Forest that ended the Blues' five-match winning run on Oct 6.
2 mins
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