The Straits Times - November 08, 2024
The Straits Times - November 08, 2024
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November 08, 2024
Call for safety timeout from Nov 8-22
The authorities are urging construction firms to impose a safety timeout from Nov 8 to 22.
1 min
Record $6.775b HDB deficit amid BTO ramp-up, high costs
High construction costs and a continued ramp-up in the supply of Build-To-Order (BTO) flats led the Housing Board to report a record housing deficit of $6.775 billion for the 2023 financial year (FY) from April 2023 to March 2024.
3 mins
Changi Airport to raise passenger, airline fees to fund improvement plans
Increase to kick in from April 2025; money to be used to upgrade services, infrastructure
4 mins
$3b upgrade: How Changi Airport plans to stay ahead of the game
The passenger experience at Changi Airport is set for a major upgrade, with $3 billion earmarked for improvements to its existing infrastructure over the next six years.
2 mins
Construction firms urged to take safety timeout of 2 weeks
Concerns rise as the 10 deaths between July and October is double from first 6 months
3 mins
Long queues as Max Maeder serves fans curry puffs
Olympic kitefoiler helps out at Katong stall to keep pledge after winning Young World Sailor of the Year
3 mins
New S'pore wildlife park to feature one of world's rarest monkeys
Wildlife lovers can soon see one of the world's rarest monkeys, the Francois' langur, for the first time in Singapore at Rainforest Wild Asia, which opens in March 2025.
2 mins
Security jitters as cloud hangs over US support for Ukraine, Nato
BRUSSELS - European heads of state and government were set to gather on Nov 7 in the Hungarian capital of Budapest to discuss their continent's security challenges.
4 mins
Growing fears that US inflation will resume upward trend
Expect interest rates to remain high and the Singapore dollar and other Asian currencies to ease as US President-elect Donald Trump starts to bring his inflationary economic agenda into reality.
3 mins
On East Asia allies Japan, S. Korea aim to build rapport with Trump amid security concerns
TOKYO/SEOUL - Japan's and South Korea's then leaders cemented a friendship with Donald Trump during his first presidency that led to breakthroughs in the three countries' Indo-Pacific and North Korea policies.
4 mins
On South-east Asia Region may have to contend with flood of cheap China goods
While United States President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose blanket tariffs on imports, the greater danger for South-east Asian countries is the risk of being flooded by cheap Chinese goods which have been shut out of the American market, say analysts.
4 mins
Harris concedes election but vows to keep fighting for ideals
She will keep pushing for women's rights, people's dignity and against gun violence
2 mins
Resist or retreat? Democratic voters torn over whether to fight on
CALIFORNIA - Ms Cynthia Shaw worked at a polling place in the Detroit suburbs on election day and went to bed \"still hopeful\" that Vice-President Kamala Harris could win, she said. By the morning of Nov 6, she was bereft, her head pounding.
4 mins
3 WP leaders formed panel to throw Raeesah under the bus: Prosecution
Same party leaders who learnt of ex-MP's lie eventually recommended her expulsion
6 mins
Key points on Day 12: Your evidence is incredible, prosecution tells Singh
Deputy Attorney-General Ang Cheng Hock on Nov 7 sought to poke holes in the credibility and consistency of Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh's version of events, as the Leader of the Opposition took the stand for the third day in a trial over his alleged lies.
6 mins
Nasi lemak popcorn among Singapore products at Shanghai fair
Trade show draws 44 firms from Republic keen for slice of large Chinese market
4 mins
Myanmar junta chief discusses civil war with key ally China
There were no casualties but Beijing issued a furious rebuke.
2 mins
S'pore, Malaysia leaders meet to advance SEZ discussions
Both countries to work towards signing joint agreement at leaders' retreat in 2024
2 mins
Teen electrocuted to death Malaysia halts use of sockets in express buses
Malaysia's Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) has temporarily banned the use of sockets in express buses until an investigation into the alleged electrocution of a youth on a bus is concluded, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
1 min
Ash cloud over Laki-Laki volcano after 8 eruptions
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted eight times on Nov 7, spewing a plume of volcanic ash up to 8,000m high, officials said, as the government scrambled to build homes for victims of a big eruption that killed nine.
1 min
Thai court clears woman over deadly 2015 shrine bombing
A Thai court on Nov 7 cleared a woman of involvement in a 2015 bomb attack on a popular shrine in Bangkok that killed 20 people, most of them tourists.
1 min
Surge in dengue cases across Bangladesh worries docs
Bangladesh is struggling to tamp down a surge in dengue cases as climate change turns the disease into a year-round crisis, leaving some paediatric wards packed with children squeezed two to a bed.
1 min
Australia proposes 'world-leading' ban on social media for under-16s
No exemptions for parental consent, age-verification system being trialled
2 mins
Fearing uncertainty, German industry urges fast snap election
Industry leaders highlight need for fast reform to address economic challenges
2 mins
British PM tightens ministerial transparency rules after donations row
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Nov 6 set out a code of conduct for ministers aimed at improving transparency, after he was caught in a row over lawmakers accepting gifts such as clothes and Taylor Swift concert tickets.
1 min
Canada orders shutdown of TikTok's business in the country
Canada on Nov 6 ordered Chinese-owned TikTok's business in the country to be dissolved, citing national security risks, but added the government was not blocking Canadians' access to the short-video app or their ability to create content.
1 min
New NTU academy to provide training on navigating carbon markets
Courses to help professionals develop projects, learn about emissions reporting
2 mins
MBS to complete hotel revamp by second quarter of 2025
By the second quarter of 2025, almost half the hotel rooms at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) will be transformed into suites, and its butler team almost tripled — as the iconic hotel makes an aggressive push for the luxury market in its first major brand refresh in 14 years.
2 mins
School dismisses coach who asked students to join his private academy
Services of table tennis coach terminated as he breached contract: Presbyterian High
3 mins
Upgraded Old Airport Road Food Centre brighter, but some say ventilation poor
Dakota resident Oh Ai Khim missed making a daily pit stop for a meal at her favourite food centre when it was closed for four months to get upgraded.
4 mins
St Luke's ElderCare aims to raise $30m to serve more than 45,000 beneficiaries
St Luke's ElderCare (SLEC) aims to raise $30 million over the next five years to serve more than 45,000 beneficiaries, as Singapore moves towards becoming a super-aged society.
2 mins
Wife of convicted Hin Leong founder puts GCB up for sale at $100m
The wife of convicted Hin Leong Trading founder Lim Oon Kuin has quietly put up for sale her good class bungalow (GCB) in Queen Astrid Park for $100 million.
3 mins
2 in 3 divorces uncontested in 2023 after simplified track's 2015 launch
Mediation, counselling effective in taking the sting out of divorce proceedings: CJ
3 mins
Woman's suicide likely triggered by lawsuits filed against her, court hears
A woman who died by suicide was likely triggered by lawsuits filed against her and mounting legal fees, a coroner's court heard on Nov 7.
2 mins
Man gets life in prison for killing drunk neighbour in Punggol
Accused, who stabbed victim using latter's knife, also to receive 10 strokes of the cane
3 mins
Association of Banks in Singapore unveils anti-scam mascot Canny
Children and youth now have a visual reminder of the growing sophistication of scams and will soon have a fun way to learn the risks through interactive skits in schools.
1 min
Singapore shares rise 2% following Trump's victory
• But losers still outnumber gainers 306 to 278 on STI • DBS Bank hits all-time high of $41.70 on strong Q3 results • CapitaLand Investment the top loser on STI, down 3.8%
1 min
Hyundai's electric air taxi can take off as early as 2028 in US
S'pore's CAAS working with Asia regulators on toolkits for air taxi, drone commercial ops
3 mins
Super-rich Indian families setting up family offices in Singapore
A new cohort of young, successful Indian business elites are joining the Ambanis, the family behind Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries, in setting up their family offices in Singapore to preserve and grow their wealth.
3 mins
Saudi petrochem firm Sabic opens $220m resin plant in Singapore
A Saudi petrochemicals giant officially opened a new $220 million resin manufacturing facility in Singapore on Nov 7.
1 min
Enhanced QR payment scheme to expand in S'pore and globally
SGQR+ rolls out to 24,000 points locally; roamQR launches to facilitate regional links
2 mins
New AstraZeneca facility to create over 800 jobs, ready by 2029
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is set to create over 800 skilled jobs to staff a new manufacturing facility in Tuas South.
2 mins
New platform for SMEs to engage staff, improve workplace culture
NTUC has launched a platform to help smaller companies improve workplace culture and engage better with their staff.
2 mins
New platform for SMEs to engage staff, improve workplace culture
NTUC has launched a platform to help smaller companies improve workplace culture and engage better with their staff.
2 mins
DBS stock surges on share buyback plan, record $3.03b profit
DBS Group Holdings unveiled a multibillion dollar share-buyback programme, as wealth management fees and trading income drove quarterly earnings past the $3 billion mark for the first time.
3 mins
I'd do it differently, if I were to do it again: DBS CEO on bank's tech
Outgoing bank chief says he did not consider operational complexity enough
3 mins
Grandpa stories: SG60 is a good time to recount lives of pioneer citizens
Get students to talk to elderly Singaporeans in their homes or in the community to record and tell their stories.
7 mins
America under Trump: A more demanding, less reliable partner in Asia
That means US friends and allies have some hard choices to make.
4 mins
The world will weather Trump 2.0's climate attacks
The green transition is big business in the US and globally and Trump's efforts to derail it will fail.
6 mins
Trump's comeback: Outlook for Singapore and Asean
Given what is known from Trump's first term, conditions look more favourable for Singapore than Asean.
3 mins
What is the price of paying with your palm?
Biometric data is being collected to make life more convenient, but the consequences of a data breach are frightening.
6 mins
Animal cruelty ● Explore rehabilitation efforts for offenders
It gives me great comfort to learn that the National Parks Board (NParks) is reviewing the Animals and Birds Act in the light of the rising number of animal cruelty cases (NParks to review Animals and Birds Act, Code of Animal Welfare, Oct 27).
1 min
Consider subsidy clawback clause for future EC projects
I am apprehensive about the competitive bids for the executive condominium (EC) site in Tampines Street 95. With a top bid of $465 million, or $768 per square foot per plot ratio, the site set a new record for EC land.
1 min
Replies Employment ● Ongoing efforts to educate vulnerable workers and protect their interests
We thank Mr V. Balu for his letter \"Do more to protect job seekers from unscrupulous agencies\" (Nov 5). We agree that vulnerable workers must not be exploited by employment agencies when seeking job opportunities.
1 min
Traffic ● Bus lanes provide cyclists a safe space to travel
As an avid cyclist, I beg to differ with Mr Peter Heng's suggestion (Allow heavy goods vehicles to use bus lanes, Nov 7).
1 min
SELVAN'S FINGER ON THE TRIGGER
Former Kranji B trainer not sleeping on his laurels as he readies for more business trips
2 mins
Oliver Twist is close to a win
Nov 8 South Africa (Fairview) form guide
3 mins
Classy Dyce all set for another roll
Nov 9 South Africa (Turffontein/Kenilworth) form guide
5 mins
AN OAKS MOMENT TO REALLY TREASURE
After Via Sistina's Cox Plate romp, Yulong unveils another gem in Spring filly classic
2 mins
Breaking with breaking: Raygun to retire after Olympic misfire
MELBOURNE - Breaker Rachael \"Raygun\" Gunn's signature kangaroo bounce will not be seen on a competitive stage again after the Australian declared she could not bring herself to battle following the backlash over her Paris Olympics performance.
2 mins
Khelif takes legal action over gender reports
PARIS - Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who defied a row over her gender eligibility to win Olympic welterweight gold, is taking legal action over media reports about leaked medical records, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Nov 6.
1 min
HOT CURRY, RED-HOT WARRIORS
Veteran excels against Tatum in blockbuster victory over champs Celtics
3 mins
Bortoleto the latest sign of F1's generational shift
LONDON - Sauber's signing of Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto means at least a fifth of the 20-driver Formula One grid will be starting a first full season in 2025, with a new wave of young talent coming up fast.
2 mins
McIlroy hopes Trump's win can end golf's civil war
ABU DHABI - Rory McIlroy feels that with Donald Trump sweeping the United States presidential elections, a resolution in the PGA Tour-LIV Golf stand-off might be in sight.
2 mins
SWIATEK GETS EXTRA BOOST FROM CROWD
World No. 2 swats aside Kasatkina 6-1, 6-0 in just 51 minutes at WTA Finals in Riyadh
3 mins
SWIATEK GETS EXTRA BOOST FROM CROWD
World No. 2 swats aside Kasatkina 6-1, 6-0 in just 51 minutes at WTA Finals in Riyadh
3 mins
World Cup loss to All Blacks in distant past for Ireland
DUBLIN - Ireland meet New Zealand on Nov 8 at Lansdowne Road in a rematch of their epic 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final which dashed Irish dreams of lifting the trophy.
2 mins
Improved Dupont returns to lead France in Tests
PARIS - French rugby's golden boy Antoine Dupont is set to feature for his country's 15-a-side team on Nov 9 for the first time since a morale-denting Rugby World Cup exit a little over a year ago.
2 mins
INJURIES THREATEN TO DERAIL PEP'S CITY
Guardiola vows to fight on, but off-field distractions could also add to his headache
3 mins
Very strange handball turned the game: Emery
BRUGES - Aston Villa manager Unai Emery lamented Tyrone Mings' incomprehensible handball that led to their 1-0 Champions League loss to Club Brugge on Nov 6, saying that the bizarre incident killed the game.
2 mins
Infinitely superior but luckless PSG annoy Enrique
PARIS - Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique blamed his team's 2-1 home loss to Atletico Madrid on bad luck, admitting the Ligue 1 leaders' qualification chances were in danger as they plunged into the red zone of the Champions League group phase on Nov 6.
2 mins
'WE CAN BEAT CHELSEA IF WE PLAY LIKE THIS'
Gunners boss Arteta blames ref for Inter loss but upbeat ahead of crunch EPL clash
3 mins
Sailors squander two-goal lead to lose 3-2 to Persib
What started out as a promising evening that could have sealed qualification to the Asian Football Confederation Champions League Two's round of 16 turned out to be a nightmare for the Lion City Sailors as they capsized after blowing a 2-0 lead.
3 mins
BUSY 2025 AWAITS TAN
Boccia star will start preparations for new season in December after two-week break
2 mins
SOLE MATE: BIRKENSTOCK'S FOOT-CARE LINE
Birkenstock's new foot-care products with skin-loving ingredients. PHOTO: BIRKENSTOCK
1 min
AROMA ALCHEMY: TIGER BALM'S AROMATHERAPY LOTIONS
For generations, Tiger Balm has been Asia's secret weapon - grandma's cure-all in a jar, packed with herbal goodness that can tackle anything from a stubborn headache to post-workout aches.
1 min
K-BEAUTY 'HANOK': KSISTERS' NEW LIFESTYLE STORE
Stepping into Ksisters' first boutique in Wheelock Place feels like entering a slice of Seoul.
2 mins
Go ahead, paint on my designer bag
Luxury handbags have become the canvas of choice for artists and art lovers
3 mins
Prada Outpaces fashion rivals on Miu Miu's Gen Z appeal
UNITED STATES - Prada defied a luxury industry slump last quarter as fashion fans snapped up Miu Miu's Arcadie handbags and cashmere cardigans.
1 min
Live streamers apologise to Chan Brothers for online statements against the travel agency
More Singapore-based live streamers have reached a private settlement with Chan Brothers Travel and issued public apologies for the online statements made against the local tour agency's services.
1 min
Body of One Direction star Liam Payne flown home to Britain
BUENOS AIRES - The father of former One Direction star Liam Payne, who fell to his death from a Buenos Aires hotel balcony in October, began repatriating the singer's body to Britain on Nov 6, a police source told AFP.
1 min
US presidential election: A-listers fail to win votes for Kamala Harris
LOS ANGELES - A raft of celebrities - from American singers Taylor Swift and Beyonce to actors George Clooney and Harrison Ford - proved unable to prevent Ms Kamala Harris' crushing defeat in the United States presidential election, underlining the limited impact of sweeping star endorsements on voters.
2 mins
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