The Straits Times - November 22, 2024
The Straits Times - November 22, 2024
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In this issue
November 22, 2024
Call for proposals to enhance taste, nutrition of novel foods
Goal is to boost consumer acceptance of items like plant-based foods, cultivated meat
4 mins
3 operators to be part of home-based childminding pilot
Three childminding operators have been appointed for a pilot aimed at giving parents here another infant care option from Dec 1.
3 mins
Sweden seeks deeper defence ties with Singapore, as King wraps up visit
Cooperation in maritime security one of Stockholm's key priorities
3 mins
S'pore, Peru closer to signing carbon credit trading pact
Peru is set to be among the first few countries that Singapore could buy carbon credits from, with a bilateral agreement on carbon trading reaching the advanced stage.
2 mins
QR code trial for bus travellers to start at Woodlands, Tuas soon
Bus travellers will be able to use QR codes to enter and exit Singapore's two land checkpoints during a trial starting from the end of November, said Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) on Nov 21.
2 mins
Divide over carbon market proposal but talks on track: Fu
Different views over functions of global registry that will document carbon trading
3 mins
Inmates assessed on mobility, housing needs upon admission
Hin Leong founder Lim Oon Kuin, 82, will be assessed by a medical officer in prison if he fails in his appeal against his conviction over three charges of cheating and forgery, and a jail sentence of 17 years and six months.
2 mins
All eyes on Hin Leong founder's appeal against 1712-year jail sentence
Conviction of O.K. Lim, 82, follows the dramatic downfall of his oil trading giant in 2020
5 mins
132 hamsters break loose aboard flight in Portugal, triggering four-day hunt
An Airbus A321neo operated by TAP Air Portugal faced an unusual crisis when 132 hamsters reportedly escaped from their cages in the cargo hold, triggering a four-day grounding of the aircraft.
1 min
Vietnam, Malaysia pledge to maintain peace in S. China Sea
Vietnam and Malaysia agreed on Nov 21 to elevate ties and explore closer cooperation to maintain peace in the South China Sea, after a complaint from Malaysia raised tensions over the contested waters.
1 min
Political wrangling in India as US accuses Gautam Adani of bribery
His listed firms lose a combined $34.8b in market value after charges are filed in NY
4 mins
S. Korea's vibrant corporate ecosystem filled with opportunities: DPM Heng
After a working visit to South Korea, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat described the country as having a \"vibrant corporate ecosystem\" that holds great promise and opportunities.
2 mins
Thai woman given death sentence for cyanide poisoning
A Thai woman believed to be among the worst serial killers in the kingdom's history was convicted and sentenced to death on Nov 20 for poisoning a friend with cyanide, in the first of her 14 murder trials.
1 min
Storms threaten growth as Philippines suffers $176m in crop losses
Nation on track for record rice imports to fill supply gaps after string of tropical cyclones
2 mins
Russia fired intercontinental ballistic missile in attack: Ukraine
It would be first use in war of weapon designed to deliver nuclear warheads
3 mins
Moscow says new US base ln Poland ralses overall nuclear danger
Russia's Foreign Ministry said on Nov 21 that a new US ballistic missile defence base in northern Poland will lead to an increase in the overall level of nuclear danger and was on a Russian targeting list for potential destruction if necessary.
1 min
Russian tactics drove US to send Kyiv landmines: Austin
The US decision to send anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine in a major policy shift slammed by rights groups - was triggered by a change in Russian battlefield tactics favouring infantry over mechanised units, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Nov 20.
2 mins
Ramaswamy, Musk to push for end to WFH for federal workers
Mr Elon Musk and Mr Vivek Ramaswamy - US President-elect Donald Trump's picks to lead the newly formed task force to review government spending - said they will push for eliminating work-from-home policies for federal workers, an idea that could spark clashes between the new administration and government employee unions.
1 min
Trump team mulls over creation of White House °crypt0 czar, role
New position would underscore influence industry stands to wield in US government
1 min
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, Hamas military chief
The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Nov 21 issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defence minister Yoav Gallant, as well as Hamas' military chief Mohammed Deif.
2 mins
Israel, Hezbollah trade blows despite ceasefire talks
US mediator says ceasefire 'within grasp' in Beirut visit, will try to secure it with Israel
2 mins
Spike in fines, warnings issued to owners of public toilets in 2024
10 coffee shops have also been suspended for toilet-related and food safety offences
3 mins
New Year countdown to kick off events marking nation's 60th birthday
Singaporeans will be able to usher in the new year and join in celebrations counting down to the nation's 60th birthday at key places such as Marina Bay and Sentosa as well as 17 heartland locations on Dec 31.
3 mins
Trial allowing pilots to pick most direct and efficient paths extended
A trial that has allowed pilots on certain flights to choose the most direct and efficient paths has been extended by almost six months until the end of April 2025.
3 mins
Non-stop flights between Singapore and China's Wenzhou from Dec 24
Singapore travellers looking to travel to and from Wenzhou, in China's eastern Zhejiang province, will be able to fly non-stop to the city from Dec 24.
1 min
Legal battle over fraudulent diamond investment deal comes to light
Arbitrator finds S'porean defrauded investor over value of 'fancy vivid blue' diamond ring
4 mins
ImpactSG launched to link family offices to philanthropic causes
Philanthropy has evolved beyond writing a cheque, says chairman of non-profit body
3 mins
Get $4 voucher when you spend $50 at FairPrice, Unity stores
From Nov 22 to 28, shoppers at FairPrice and Unity stores can get a $4 voucher for every $50 they spend in a single transaction, up to a maximum of three vouchers.
1 min
NUS student charged after allegedly deflating tyres of five vehicles
A man who allegedly deflated the tyres of five cars at two multi-storey carparks in Woodlands was charged on Nov 21 with being a public nuisance.
1 min
Unexploded WWII bomb found off Lornie Road removed
An unexploded World War II bomb found off Lornie Road on Nov 21 was found safe to handle and has been removed for disposal by the Singapore Armed Forces' bomb disposal unit.
1 min
Unmeritorious claims filed to extort settlement are in contempt of court
Ministry of Law says such claims can be struck out if found to be abuse of process
2 mins
STI dips as fears of Trump tariffs weigh on regional sentiment
● Index down 0.1%; losers outnumber gainers 284 to 233 ● SGX is STI's top performer; Singtel comes in at the bottom ● Trio of local banks end mixed; regional indexes in the red
1 min
Nvidia's Q4 sales forecast falls short of highest estimates
Nvidia delivered a revenue forecast that failed to meet the highest expectations, showing that its dizzying artificial intelligencefuelled growth run has its limits.
2 mins
HSBC shelves plans for trading, financing carbon credits
HSBC Holdings has abandoned plans to build a carbon credits desk, according to people familiar with the matter, as Europe's biggest bank cools to a market rocked by repeated allegations of greenwashing.
2 mins
Archegos founder gets 18 years, jail for massive fraud
Bill Hwang also guilty of market manipulation; collapse of his investment firm caused banks $13.4b in losses
3 mins
S'pore's Digital Asset Exchange offers commercial papers to retail investors
A private markets investment and trading platform is offering retail investors the chance to buy an investment usually reserved for more sophisticated traders.
2 mins
IMPACT IS KEY
Across the board, several other judges agreed that impact is the order of the day.
1 min
Where AI meets design
Leveraging the unfamiliar as a business differentiator
2 mins
New EDB managing director appointed; takes over on March l
Mr Jermaine Loy will take over as managing director of the Economic Development Board (EDB) on March 1, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) announced on Nov 21.
1 min
Port of Los Angeles handles near-record levels of imports
The busiest maritime trade complex in the US continued to move near-record levels of imports in October as business-es bring goods in ahead of potential tariff increases and seek to avoid labour-related disruptions at alternative ports.
2 mins
Trump's tariffs plan will hurt Asia, but it is not all doom and gloom
S-E Asia likely to outpace China in GDP, FDI growth over next decade
4 mins
Crypto.com and Triple-A tie up to enable direct crypto payments
Two Singapore-based digital asset firms will soon enable direct payments in cryptocurrencies from users' wallets, in a collaboration that shortens the transaction to a one-step process.
2 mins
Fraud or scam-related claims handled by Fidrec up 63%
Total number of claims handled surges 45%, with the average amount rising to $51,599
3 mins
Hong Kong wants to be Trump-proof but its hands are tied
Conventional wisdom sees Trump's return as trouble for Hong Kong. A lot depends on Beijing's directives.
6 mins
No degree, no problem: US employers look beyond college credentials
Companies such as IBM, General Motors and Walmart are focusing on applicants' skills rather than education.
5 mins
Danger flashing; Asia must ring-fence itself from Ukraine war spillover
A thousand days after the Ukraine war started, the conflict is heading into uncharted and dangerous waters. Asia must do everything it can to sidestep direct involvement.
6 mins
Slowdown for AI is opportuniol for everyone else
Businesses will benefit from some much-needed breathing space to figure out how to deliver that all-important return on investment.
4 mins
Replies Phone bills Adjust settings to prevent unexpected charges on supplementary lines
We refer to the letter by Mr Voon Chen Wei, \"Perils of telcos enabling direct carrier billing services by default\" (Nov 18).
1 min
Football High ticket and food prices mar enjoyment of matches
Football in Singapore has long been a sport for the masses, uniting people from all walks of life with its thrilling action and community spirit.
1 min
Healthcare Focus on total patient care approach to dental health
I refer to Professor Teo Yik Ying's Opinion piece \"Say aah! Why is Singapore neglecting dental health?\" (Nov 20).
1 min
Traffic offenders Good to give first-timers a chance to learn from mistakes
I refer to the letter \"Proposed changes to traffic rules send the wrong signal to road users\" (Nov 20). While I share the writer's empathy for victims of dangerous driving and their families, I believe the proposed changes to traffic rules to prevent some offenders from being \"overly punished\" are reasonable and should not be dismissed outright.
1 min
Fixed rent system for hawker stalls would remove focus on bid prices
I appreciate the latest efforts by the National Environment Agency (NEA) to deter high bids for hawker stalls by introducing safeguards against aggressive bidding practices (New measure by NEA to deter high bids for hawker stalls, Nov 4).
1 min
PEAKY BLINDER TESTS KL WATERS
Ipoh trainer Coetzee says smart 3Y0 has to travel in order to step up to another level
3 mins
RAWILLER CHASING SECOND RAILWAY WITH PICK-UP RIDE
Sydney raider Belclare draws wide in Perth classic but camp trusts safe pair of hands
2 mins
Montelena is well weighted to win Race 6
Nov 22 South Africa (Fairv~i'ew) form analysis
2 mins
CAVALIERS REGAIN WINNING HABIT
A day after first loss, lerome's °superstar show, leads them to 128-100 rout of Pelicans
3 mins
Record $176m LPGA purse as tour turns 75
LPGA golfers will compete for a record US$131 million (S$175.9 million) in prize money over a 33-event season in 2025, the tour's 75th anniversary campaign, LPGA officials announced on Nov 20.
2 mins
No risks needed as Max has 4th title within reach
Max Verstappen will become just the sixth man in Formula One history to win four world championship titles, if he can see off his rival Lando Norris at the Las Vegas Grand Prix this weekend.
2 mins
Struff digs deep to book semi with Dutch
Three-time Davis Cup winners Germany are looking forward to the next challenge, as they eased into the semi-finals with a 2-0 victory over Canada on Nov 20.
2 mins
Dream to finish a crazy year like that: Paolini
Jasmine Paolini celebrated an \"unbelievable year\" for both herself and Italian tennis after driving the country to Billie Iean King Cup glory on Nov 20.
2 mins
SETBACKS, BUT IRFAN COMES BACK STRONGER
He scores on Lions return, hopes good show for Stags will see him in AFF squad
3 mins
Hearing-impaired Audelle, 10, is rising chess star
It was only when Audelle Sim was six years old that her parents found out that she has a hearing impairment.
3 mins
THE BEST OF CHESS AND MORE
S,pore world c'ship's side events include fan zones with grandmasters and exhibitions
2 mins
SBA RESHUFFLE NETS KIM
S. Korea's ex-Asiad champ will become Singapore women's singles head coach
2 mins
Yeo targets top-l O spot after maiden win over Sindhu
As far as giants go, they do not come taller in the badminton women's singles circuit than India's 1.79m P. V. Sindhu, who has a 2019 world title and an Olympic silver (Rio 2016) and bronze (Tokyo 2020) to match her stature.
3 mins
LOCAL DESIGNERS GET WICKED
Singapore fashion designers have created clothes and accessories in a Wicked collaboration between Design Orchard and NBCUniversal
6 mins
Captain America excited to flaunt new powers
No serum? No problem. New Captain America Anthony Mackie goes on a different flight path in upcoming movie
2 mins
Composer A.R. Rahman and wife separate after 29 years of marriage
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman and his wife, Saira, have announced their decision to part ways after nearly 30 years of marriage.
1 min
Star producer of NewJeans quits after legal spat with BTS agency
The South Korean super-producer behind the chart-topping girl group NewJeans resigned from her label on Nov 20, following a protracted legal battle with Hybe that has rocked the country's K-pop industry.
2 mins
Audemars Piguet joins hands with Kaws for groovy new drop
Audemars Piguet has teamed up with contemporary American artist Brian Donnelly - better known by his pseudonym Kaws - to create the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Companion, a 43mm titanium horological knockout which groovily fuses high watchmaking and pop art.
1 min
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