The Straits Times - November 04, 2024
The Straits Times - November 04, 2024
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November 04, 2024
JTC appoints consortium to build smart grid in Punggol Digital District
Work on Singapore's first district-level smart grid has made headway, with industrial developer JTC Corporation appointing a consortium to design, build and operate it in the Punggol Digital District (PDD).
3 mins
Fewer commuters taking public transport on Monday and Friday
Experts attribute ridership to hybrid practice, with staff working remotely on those days
4 mins
Vietnam pursues ties with Beijing while fortifying South China Sea positions
New images released by the Washington-based Centre for Strategic and International Studies show that Vietnam is laying a runway about 2.4km long in the South China Sea and could build two more airstrips.
3 mins
Will Pritam Singh take the stand when trial resumes on Nov 5?
Another key development is whether bid to impeach witness' credibility will go through
5 mins
Harris, Trump focus on household hardships in campaign's final push
Race boils down to whom voters trust to improve their lives and livelihoods
6 mins
From abortion to bobcat hunting: US vote not just for president
It is not just the Harris-Trump show: US voters this Nov 5 will cast ballots for members of Congress, tens of thousands of state and local officials, and in multiple referendums on topics includ- and Democrat Kamala Harris.
1 min
Rival candidates race to the tape as election heads to photo finish
More states are functionally tied in polls at this point than in any comparable election
4 mins
Robert F. Kennedy Jr says Trump will seek to remove fluoride from drinking water
Mr Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Nov 2 that among the first acts of a second Trump administration would be to \"advise all US water systems to remove fluoride from public water\", a stunning potential reversal of what is widely considered one of the most important public health interventions of the past century.
1 min
Electric train project linking JB to north faces more delays
Double-track rail segment from Gemas to state capital held up by electrification issues
3 mins
Teen charging phone on bus dies from electrocution
An 18-year-old teenager was found dead after being electrocuted on an express bus while he was charging his mobile phone using a socket onboard.
1 min
Australia to slash $13.9 billion off debts from student loans
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Nov 3 that his government planned to cut student loans for around three million Australians by 20 per cent, wiping off around A$16 billion (S$13.9 billion) in debts.
1 min
Tailwind for Ishiba to form next govt, remain as Japan PM
He is likely to get the largest vote share in Diet session with fragmented opposition
4 mins
Marriage registrations in China drop amid population crisis
BEIJING - China, which has been releasing a slew of measures to bolster its sagging population levels, recorded a drop in marriage registrations for the first nine months of 2024, according to official data from the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
1 min
Malaysian teen gets life in prison for assault in UK school
Thomas Wei Huang used a hammer to attack two schoolmates and a teacher at a boarding school.
2 mins
India denies minister plotted anti-Sikh attacks in Canada
India on Nov 2 denied that Home Minister Amit Shah plotted to target Sikh activists on Canadian soil, and said it officially rebuked Ottawa over the \"absurd and baseless\" allegation.
2 mins
Israeli strikes kill 23, mostly in northern Gaza
UN describes conditions in the region as apocalyptic following the month-long siege
4 mins
US strategic bomber joins air drill with S. Korea, Japan
South Korea, Japan and the US on Nov 3 conducted a joint air drill involving a heavy bomber in response to North Korea's latest long-range missile test, said Seoul's military.
1 min
Taiwan reports rise in Chinese military activity as US election nears
Taiwan's Defence Ministry said on Nov 3 it had spotted 35 Chinese military aircraft, including fighters and bombers, flying to the island's south on the way to exercises in the Pacific, the second day in a row it has reported such activities.
1 min
UN nature summit ends in limbo as countries spar over funding
Complex technicalities, political differences, interest group lobbying drag negotiations
5 mins
Thousands of volunteers aid with Spain flood recovery
Many arrive in Valencia on foot determined to help with rebuilding and recovery efforts
1 min
US citizen who helped Russia from Ukraine appears in Moscow
A US citizen who was spirited out of eastern Ukraine by Russian special forces after helping the Kremlin target Ukrainian troops said in Moscow on Nov 2 he had asked for Russian citizenship.
1 min
Are bioplastics really better than conventional plastics?
Questions remain on how biodegradable and compostable the new alternatives are
2 mins
Three more JCs to have high-rise buildings on their new campuses
Campuses will occupy smaller land sites but have more total floor space than old ones
3 mins
Haig Avenue penthouse owners told to address modifications
They will be given time to regularise or remove unauthorised rooftop structures
3 mins
NYP launches $10m fund for sustainability projects
Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) launched its sustainability master-plan on Nov 3, setting aside $10 million to fund innovative projects on sustainability.
2 mins
New course for mid-career workers seeking environmental services skills
SkillsFuture credits can be used to offset fee for full-time, three-month programme
2 mins
Car fire in KPE tunnel put out by sprinklers; no injuries reported
A car caught fire in the KPE tunnel on Nov 2, setting off the tunnel's water sprinklers.
1 min
42 'mini-hotels' installed in S'pore waters to study marine life
Located in 7 places, they will shed light on lesser-known coral reef creatures
4 mins
Dip in S'pore factory output may just be a blip: Economists
Manufacturing recovery remains intact since strong turnaround in Q2, they say
2 mins
How TikTok saved its Indonesia e-commerce ops
It partners Indonesian firm Tokopedia to skirt ban on it processing online payments
4 mins
Mind the retirement gap to secure financial independence
What does it take to retire with confidence? As people live longer than ever before, it is a question of rising importance, one that pushes us to rethink how we save, invest and plan.
3 mins
Markets nervous ahead of Harris-Trump showdown
With race too close to call, fear is a Trump win may spark fresh tariffs on Asian exports
4 mins
What can I do when co-workers underestimate my effort?
In this series, manpower reporter Tay Hong Yi offers practical answers to candid questions on navigating workplace challenges and getting ahead in your career. Get more tips by signing up to The Straits Times' HeadSTart newsletter.
2 mins
Stress bragging becoming more common in workplace
Urge to signal productivity amid prevalence of remote work settings a factor: Observers
5 mins
The West or Asia? King Charles' visit spotlights Australia's dilemma
The royal visit raises the 'history v geography' question again at a time when US-China rivalry piles growing pressure on the focus of Australia's commitment.
3 mins
We Will be living in Trumpland for decades
The protectionism that Trump brought back into fashion now has a momentum of its own.
3 mins
Why the underconsumption trend won't have much shelf life in Singapore
The internet buzzword is up against an ingrained shopping culture, not to mention kiasu-ism and the buy-buy-buy in our DNA.
5 mins
How to avoid anarchy in Antarctica
All that stands between the status quo and chaos is a fragile treaty.
2 mins
Godzilla turns 70 and his monstrous empire is thriving
The creature is a profit-generating idea with a multi-generational fan base that's stayed loyal through kitsch and thin.
5 mins
Has China already won the EV race?
If carmakers believe the auto transition must happen at some point, delaying simply puts them further behind.
3 mins
Make breach of Code of Animal Welfare a criminal offence
I applaud the move by the National Parks Board to review the Animals and Birds Act and the Code of Animal Welfare for the pet industry (NParks to review Animals and Birds Act, Code of Animal Welfare, Oct 27).
1 min
Replies Digital devices ● Schools to continue working with parents in guiding students
We thank Ms Sarah Wong for sharing her concerns and suggestions for the management and use of personal learning devices (PLDs) in schools (\"Schools should keep students' personal learning devices\", Oct 24).
1 min
Environment ● Do more to reduce usage of single-use plastics
When I visited my neighbourhood bakery, I noticed that every piece of bread bought was placed in a single-use plastic bag.
1 min
Voices of Youth Telemedicine Patients have a role to play in upholding trust
Voices of Youth
1 min
Ensued takes Sa Sa Ladies' Purse, sets sights on HKIR
HONG KONG - Ensued took a vital step towards the 2024 LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) on Dec 8 with victory in the HK$4.2 million (S$716,000) Group 3 Sa Sa Ladies' Purse Handicap (1,800m) under an inspired ride by Karis Teetan at Sha Tin on Nov 3.
2 mins
CORONATION CUP UPSET IN IPOH
Macau Derby winner Mega Gems upstages favourites in Malaysian Group 1 mile race
2 mins
More NBA games in Mexico, with WNBA to follow
MEXICO CITY - The Day of the Dead was lively on Nov 2 night in Mexico City, with the Miami Heat beating the Washington Wizards 118-98 and the National Basketball Association (NBA) securing more games in the Latin American city and looking to expand the NBA and WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association).
2 mins
Embiid faces probe for bust-up: Reports
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is being investigated by the National Basketball Association (NBA) after an alleged locker-room altercation with a journalist, multiple United States media reports said on Nov 2.
2 mins
MESMERISING MITCHELL
Cavs star has 30 pts but credits team after his basket beats Bucks for perfect 7-0 mark
2 mins
5th League of Legends title is fun for T1's Faker
LONDON - South Korean giants T1, led by Faker, won their fifth League of Legends World Championship crown in London on Nov 2, beating China's Bilibili Gaming (BLG) in a thrilling final.
2 mins
ENGLAND LET IT SLIP FOR A FOURTH TIME
But Borthwick proud of team's smart rugby despite blowing lead in loss to All Blacks
2 mins
'Chuffed to be back' Graham scores 4 tries for Scotland
Scotland's winger Darcy Graham enjoyed a spectacular return to international rugby after a year's injury absence, by scoring four tries as they thrashed Fiji 57-17 at Murrayfield on Nov 2.
2 mins
Alpine principal 'massively motivated' to improve team
SAO PAULO - Oliver Oakes, the team principal of Formula One's Alpine, has big goals as he wants his strugglers to shrug off their problems and be at \"the front\" of the midfield next season.
2 mins
SWIATEK BACK ON WINNING NOTE
Her WTA Finals title defence opens rustily after 2 months out; Zverev wins in Paris
2 mins
No tweaks to new leagues before 5 years: AFC
Asian football's revamped club competitions will be given time to develop before further amendments are considered, said the continent's most senior official, as the Asian Champions League Elite reaches the halfway point of its league phase.
2 mins
City's injuries aside, Pep says Cherries deserved to win
LONDON - Manchester City's injury crisis proved costly, as the champions saw a 32-game unbeaten English Premier League run come to a surprising end with a 2-1 loss at Bournemouth on Nov 2.
2 mins
SPURS UNSTOPPABLE AFTER UPPING GEARS
Postecoglou's men stick to their principles to stage second-half recovery led by Solanke
2 mins
Comeback gives Reds' Slot title thoughts
LONDON - Liverpool boss Arne Slot is \"confident\" his side can pose a serious title challenge after coming from behind to beat Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 to go top of the English Premier League on Nov 2.
2 mins
TEONG AIMS FOR 2 BUDAPEST FINALS
He wants to stay consistent at world championships after getting confidence back at World Cup
3 mins
Cancer survivor Yam glad to keep swimming
Annie Yam was wearing a radiant smile as she got out from the OCBC Aquatic Centre's swimming pool, despite finishing fourth in the women's 50m butterfly (35-39 age category) at the annual Singapore Masters Swim Meet on Nov 3.
2 mins
PLAN A TRIP, TEACH THE KIDS
When Mrs Mey Sam's three kids were younger, she encouraged them to earn their own pocket money to spend during a family holiday.
5 mins
Fun With Kids
Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities
1 min
A thank-you letter to parents, from a parent
Parenting hones one's multitasking capability like nothing else
4 mins
Chamber concert an enjoyable study of musical nationalism
A FOLKLORIC JOURNEY: MELODIES OF THE HOMELAND
2 mins
Can men in China take a joke? Comediennes have their doubts
BEIJING - On the list of topics best avoided by China's comedians, some are obvious: politics, the Chinese military.
4 mins
Blades and brotherhood
In psychological thriller Pierce, actors Liu Hsiu-fu and Tsao Yu-ning play siblings who learn that brotherly love can be deadly
2 mins
Mariah Carey reflects on 30 years as Queen of Christmas
\"I felt it was too early in my career,\" she said in a recent interview, recalling the early 1990s.
3 mins
IMDA says it is 'likely to be prejudicial to national interests'
Singapore film Small Hours Of The Night barred
2 mins
Actress Margot Robbie welcomes baby boy
Barbie is now a mum. According to American entertainment news outlet People, Margot Robbie, lead actress and producer of the 2023 blockbuster Barbie, has given birth to her first child, a baby boy, with her husband Tom Ackerley.
1 min
Radiohead frontman clashes with pro-Palestinian heckler in Australia
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke briefly walked off-stage during an Australian concert after a verbal clash with a pro-Palestinian heckler.
1 min
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