The Straits Times - October 10, 2024
The Straits Times - October 10, 2024
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October 10, 2024
Test of Asean's unity lies in its response to internal, regional challenges: PM Wong
He urges leaders to stay united in purpose despite members' own positions on issues
4 mins
Eight projects in Plus or Prime classification in Oct BTO launch
The upcoming Build-To-Order (BTO) sales exercise next week will have seven projects launched in the Standard category, seven more in Plus, and just one Prime project, as the Housing Board rolls out a new system of classifying flats.
3 mins
Asean calls for end to Myanmar bloodshed but no solution in sight
VIENTIANE - South-east Asian leaders on Oct 9 pressed Myanmar's junta and its opponents to take \"concrete action\" to stop the bloodshed from years of civil war and sought to kick-start faltering diplomatic efforts to solve the crisis.
2 mins
Yoon's message of hope: Free, unified Korea will benefit the region
S. Korean leader outlines vision for unified peninsula, seeks support of Asean nations
3 mins
Public understanding of palliative care still lacking, survey shows
Many believe it is exclusively for the dying and restricted to the last six months of life
3 mins
Death penalty exhibition rejected over 'false and one-sided' info, possible contempt of court: IMDA
The authorities did not allow an exhibition on the use of the death penalty in Singapore as it contained \"false and one-sided information\" that might mislead the public and undermine trust in public institutions.
3 mins
SIA, Scoot offering over 420,000 discounted tickets from Oct 25
Snap up wallet-friendly tickets from Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its budget carrier Scoot for your next holiday to Europe or Asia from Oct 25.
1 min
Fearless fighter, friend of the underdog
Born on Jan 7, 1955, to Singapore's founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew and Madam Kwa Geok Choo, Dr Lee Wei Ling chose a role in life that she deemed relatively low-profile but which she said gave her satisfaction.
4 mins
President, ministers pen tributes to Dr Lee
The determination Dr Lee Wei Ling had from youth took her through life, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam in a tribute to Dr Lee, who died at the age of 69.
2 mins
Temu unlikely to give up Indonesia ambitions despite frosty reception
Chinese e-commerce platform expected to address fears about harming local businesses
4 mins
Former chairman of top legislature in China dies at 84
BEIJING - Mr Wu Bangguo, former chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the nation's top legislature, died of illness at the age of 84 in Beijing on Oct 8, an official statement said.
1 min
Beijing raises 'serious concerns' with US about trade curbs
The United States and China on Oct 8 raised concerns about trade between the world's two biggest economies, with China's Commerce Minister urging Washington to lift sanctions on his country's firms “as soon as possible”.
2 mins
Detained Filipino pastor's senate bid highlights 'broken' system
Preacher is not first person in country to have sought political office while accused of crimes
3 mins
Ishiba dissolves Parliament for snap polls
Japanese PM said to be banking on 'honeymoon' period to shore up mandate
2 mins
Hezbollah reports border clashes with Israeli forces
Group fires rocket salvos, pushes back advancing troops; Israel launches air strikes
3 mins
OpenAI to set up office here, focus on advancing regional tie-ups
ChatGPT-maker's move signals long-term plans to tap growing pool of tech talent here
3 mins
COE price for smaller cars crosses $100,000 to hit one-year high
Certificate of entitlement (COE) premiums went up across the board on Oct 9, with premiums for smaller cars reaching a one-year high.
2 mins
Pre-school teacher fired over case of rough-handling of kids
ECDA finds evidence after anonymous report of child mismanagement by teacher is made
2 mins
Body of hiker who fell off cliff in Everest region brought back
The body of Mr Harry Tan Eng Kwang, who died after he slipped and fell while hiking in the Everest region of Nepal about two weeks ago, arrived in Singapore on Oct 9. His family is holding a three-day wake at The Garden of Remembrance in Old Choa Chu Kang Road and the cremation will be held on Oct 12.
3 mins
46 schools to get new principals – 22 taking on role for first time
Forty-six schools will receive new principals at the start of the school year in 2025, as part of the Ministry of Education's (MOE) annual reshuffle exercise.
3 mins
Board members of statutory boards get reminder on gift rules
Board members of statutory boards have been sent a letter by the Public Service Division (PSD) to make clear the circumstances under which they could be considered public servants under the law.
1 min
Wall Street gains lift investors here with S'pore stocks up 0.6%
● SGX is STI's biggest gainer, rising 1.8% to $11.61 ● Local banks end higher; regional indexes mixed ● S&P 500 up 1%; Nasdaq adds 1.4%; Dow Jones rises 0.3%
1 min
Oil slides on possible ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel
HOUSTON – Oil prices slid on Oct 8, settling down more than 4 per cent on news of a possible ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, although prices found some support on fears of a potential attack on Iranian oil infrastructure.
2 mins
More travel during China's Golden Week, but spending still lags
BEIJING - Chinese tourists shelled out less money during their long holiday that ended on Oct 7 than before the Covid-19 pandemic, even as signs emerged that spending is stabilizing after a recent barrage of stimulus measures unveiled by the government.
2 mins
China's finance minister to hold briefing, raising stimulus hopes
He is expected to launch moves to shore up growth, strengthen fiscal policy on Oct 12
2 mins
HBO documentary suggests Peter Todd is creator of Bitcoin
PORTLAND, Oregon - A new HBO documentary about the origins of Bitcoin suggests that Mr Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of the original cryptocurrency, is likely Canadian software developer Peter Todd.
1 min
Abu Dhabi tops sovereign wealth league, ahead of S'pore
Abu Dhabi has claimed the top spot in a new global ranking of cities based on the capital managed by their sovereign wealth funds, with US$1.7 trillion (S$2.2 trillion) in assets as at October.
1 min
Home-grown CRU will close last fitness studio on Nov 10
Refunds will be addressed once moving-out process is finalised, says staff member
2 mins
US weighs breakup of Google in landmark online search case
WASHINGTON – The United States said on Oct 8 that it may ask a judge to force Alphabet's Google to divest parts of its business, such as its Chrome browser and Android operating system, that it noted are used to maintain an illegal monopoly in online search.
2 mins
Keppel unit awarded $34m in arbitration case
Keppel's wholly-owned subsidiary Keppel Pegasus was awarded $34 million plus interest for its arbitration proceedings against Cuscaden Peak Investments, then known as Singapore Press Holdings (SPH).
1 min
Pfizer, Nvidia to help start-ups under S'pore-backed programme
Chipmaker Nvidia is linking up with US biopharmaceutical firm Pfizer and Singapore organisations to help global healthcare start-ups looking to expand in South-east Asia.
1 min
SCCCI survey finds 2024 a 'mixed' year for local SMEs
Only a third expect to post better revenues this year; rising costs remain a concern
2 mins
S'pore businesses get help to harness AI to improve processes and growth
Home-grown precision plastics manufacturer Sunningdale Tech currently relies on skilled workers to inspect its products, a time-consuming process that often leads to inconsistencies in quality.
2 mins
Can Asean continue to ignore the Quad?
A closer look at the Wilmington Declaration shows the four-nation grouping advancing steadily.
3 mins
A rose or a unicorn? Asean's mission under the spotlight
Connectivity is a key theme of Asean's summit this week. Despite various initiatives, the building of connections beyond transactional ones still has some way to go.
6 mins
MediShield Life can be made more effective. Its review holds the key
We must incentivise outpatient treatment and accept that, in some cases, personalised medicine can save lives.
6 mins
MISTY SWIFT EARNS EVEN MORE FANS AT TRIALS
Ex-Kranji runner No More Delay also struts his stuff at hit-outs
3 mins
Sport can be 'solution multiplier' for climate
LONDON – Sports clubs and organisations must raise their game and become leaders in the battle to prevent catastrophic climate change, Sport England chairman Chris Boardman said on Oct 8.
2 mins
SINNER TO BE GIVEN NO QUARTER
Medvedev vows to put up a better fight against world No. 1 in Shanghai last eight
3 mins
Ryder Cup captains won't exclude LIV Golf players
NEW YORK - Ryder Cup captains Keegan Bradley and Luke Donald said on Oct 8 that they will not shy away from including LIV Golf players in their respective teams for the 2025 biennial showdown between the United States and Europe.
2 mins
Future looks bright for America's Cup: Ainslie
BARCELONA - Sailing has a great opportunity to develop as a sport if the America's Cup can involve more frequent events and evolve the boats now being raced, according to British skipper Ben Ainslie.
2 mins
FROM SAUDI SPLURGE TO SPENDING SLUMP
Football transfer outlay drops in 2024 as officials assess the commercial returns
3 mins
Police investigating Spanish pair over protests in S'pore
A Spanish man and woman in their 30s are assisting the police with investigations after photos appeared on social media of the man holding a banner in various parts of Singapore to protest against Singaporean business magnate Peter Lim, who owns Spanish top-tier football club Valencia.
2 mins
THE NEW BERNABEU A REAL PROBLEM
Locals and neighbourhood residents hate noise from concerts and construction work
2 mins
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