The Straits Times - August 31, 2024
The Straits Times - August 31, 2024
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August 31, 2024
New ERP 2.0 feature will make payments easier
Admin fee for failure to pay toll charges waived if motorists settle within 5 days
4 mins
Feedback sought on Bill meant to protect potential scam victims
The Government is seeking public feedback on a new Bill that will give powers to the police to order banks to temporarily restrict the transactions of potential scam victims who do not believe they are being scammed.
3 mins
Over 90% of customers bring own bags after 5-cent fee enacted: Poll
Correspondent More than 90 per cent of customers have brought their own reusable bags for grocery shopping since the minimum five-cent charge for disposable bags at supermarket chains was implemented more than a year ago, a recent survey by the National Environment Agency (NEA) found.
2 mins
Berita Harian reaches out to youth with new platform
It presents news in a captivating, relatable way on social media to engage Malay youth
2 mins
Trump mocks rival's interview, says she 'rambled incoherently'
Even before US VicePresident Kamala Harris' interview with CNN aired on the night of Aug 29, former president Donald Trump began attacking it.
1 min
Harris vows to get tough on migration and supports weapons for Israel
She appears to make no major mistakes in first big inteview with unscripted setting
3 mins
Filter device seller Sterra says sorry for false claims about tap water
Homee-grown firm Sterra, which sells water filtration and other devices, has apologised for making false and misleading claims about the quality of Singapore's tap water.
2 mins
Land betterment charge rates cut for non-landed residential use
Subdued bids for GLS plots have taken a toll; rates for other key use groups to rise at slower pace
3 mins
Online retailers tap vending machines to boost sales, market themselves in S'pore
When Mr Alvin Lim was thinking about where he should open his first physical store for his range of men's grooming products, he turned to sales data from his 14 vending machines to help him make a decision.
2 mins
Japan's military to spend on Al, perks to fight recruitment crisis.
Japan's Defence Ministry on Aug 30 said it will invest in artificial intelligence (AI) automation and improving troop conditions to address a worsening recruitment shortfall that has left its forces understaffed amid a build-up aimed at countering China's growing military power.
1 min
Albanese notches diplomatic win with Pacific policing deal
Initiative to deal with natural disasters and security issues will curb China's influence
3 mins
US funding yielded over 1,000 patents for Chinese researchers
Data will fuel calls to end or renegotiate landmark science, technology deal with China
3 mins
Air China's first C919 plane arrives at Beijing airport
The first C919 aircraft received by Air China touched down at Beijing Capital International Airport on Aug 29.
1 min
China pushing rivals' limits in regional confrontations, say analysts
Escalating actions come as its military strength grows and rivals draw closer to US
3 mins
Beijing says no basis for Manila's claims of reef damage at shoal
China released on Aug 30 its first survey report of the South China Sea's disputed Sabina Shoal, saying there was no scientific or factual basis for reef damage claims made by the Philippines.
1 min
Taiwan defence ministry says China unable to invade, but has other options
China lacks the ability to \"fully\" invade Taiwan, as it does not have the equipment, but it is bringing online advanced new weapons and has other options to threaten Taiwan, such as inspecting foreign cargo ships, the island's defence ministry said.
2 mins
Democrat Party ends long feud, joins ruling coalition
It had previously accused PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra's father of cronyism, corruption
2 mins
Search for victim now confined to sewage plant
PETALING JAYA The search and rescue operation for a missing Indian tourist, Ms Vijayalaksmi, has been halted at the sinkhole site in Jalan Masjid India in Kuala Lumpur, but will continue at the Pantai Dalam IWK sewage plant, said Malaysia's Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM).
1 min
Officials discuss trade at Johor-S'pore Special Economic Zone meeting
Officials from Singapore and Malaysia met in Johor for talks on issues such as improving cross-border flows of goods and people between Singapore and Johor, and the ease of doing business between the two countries.
1 min
Thai floods cause $19m in damage to tourism sector
Ongoing flooding in the north of Thailand has caused significant damage to the tourism sector amounting to around 491 million baht (S$19 million), according to caretaker Tourism and Sports Minister Sermsak Pongpanit.
1 min
Typhoon Shanshan likely intensified by climate change: Study
Typhoon Shanshan, which struck southern Japan this week with heavy rain and strong winds, was likely intensified by climate change, according to a study from Imperial College London.
1 min
His govt would push for letting new parents deduct 'major newborn expenses' from taxes
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Aug 29 that he will require the government or insurance firms to pay for IVF fertility treatments if he is elected in November, a move likely aimed at appealing to women and suburban voters.
2 mins
Trump to unveil plans to ensure US will be world's 'crypto capital'
Donald Trump appears to be taking an even deeper dive into the digital asset world, saying he will unveil plans to ensure that the US will be the \"crypto capital of the planet\".
2 mins
Bali set for tourism reform to preserve local culture and jobs
Indonesia will conduct an audit to reform tourism on the tropical island of Bali to improve tourism quality and preserve local culture and jobs, a senior minister said on Aug 30.
1 min
UN polio vaccination drive in Gaza relying on pauses in fighting
United Nations officials are preparing to launch a polio vaccination campaign in Gaza on Sept 1 that will rely on a series of limited pauses in fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas militants holding out in the besieged enclave.
2 mins
WHO seeks emergency review of mpox tests to speed up their access
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Aug 29 sought to speed up the access to diagnostic tests for mpox by asking manufacturers to submit their products for an emergency review.
1 min
Local Hamas commander killed in West Bank, says Israeli military
Israel's forces continue operations in Jenin, Tulkarm amid more calls for de-escalation
2 mins
More than 1,000 killed in Bangladesh protests, says interim health chief
Violence that erupted in Bangladesh during July's anti-government protests killed more than 1,000 people, the interim Health Ministry chief said on Aug 29, making it the bloodiest period in the country's history since its 1971 independence.
1 min
Wednesday afternoons off at NUS shaping student life beyond the classroom
Initiative offers more opportunities for volunteering, sports, self-development, friendships
4 mins
Consumer watchdog accepts judgment, $20k fine for data breaches
The Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) has accepted the judgment and $20,000 fine issued by the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) against it for two data breaches that happened in 2022 and 2023.
1 min
Over 10,000 to be trained in advanced data and Al skills
NTUC LearningHub and ICT Academy partner Databricks to offer courses and certifications
2 mins
NTU programme to nurture students' non-academic talents
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) launched its Student Talent Development Programme (STDP) on Aug 30 as part of its inaugural OneNTU Day.
2 mins
Electric bus with new battery tech, advanced driver assistance unveiled
ST Engineering, MAN aim to be part of electric bus roll-out here
2 mins
UN chief today on first official visit to Singapore
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will embark on a three-day official visit to Singapore from Aug 31, his first since taking on the job in 2017.
1 min
Today merger may affect media diversity, competitiveness
Lack of competition could cause journalists to be less driven in their jobs, says lecturer
3 mins
S'pore stocks join Asian markets in the black, on upbeat US data
Equities in Singapore joined rallies in Asian markets on Aug 30 after positive US economic data was released.
1 min
Fewer Chinese EVs registered in Europe as tariffs take effect
Levies amplify impact of broader slump in sales after Germany's removal of incentives
2 mins
'Dupes' in China enticing shoppers away from big labels
Near-facsimiles of some of the world's most popular fashion staples, from Lululemon Athletica's yoga tights to Hermes International's handbags, are appearing in closets across China for a fraction of the price.
4 mins
GIC acquires another logistics facility in Japan
GIC has bought another logistics facility developed by Japanese real estate developer Daiwa House Industry for an undisclosed amount.
1 min
SIA gets India's FDI approval for merger of Vistara, Air India
SIA will hold 25.1% stake in combined group in return for $320m investment
2 mins
Australia leads world in crypto ATM growth growth as kiosks as kiosks spread
Bitcoin automated teller machines (ATMs) are streaming into Australia, making the country the fastest-growing market for the kiosks and stirring questions about the source of demand for the contentious service.
3 mins
Rational investors can profit from big swings: US investment guru
Price collapses may be due to perceptions and not actual conditions: Howard Marks
3 mins
DBS consumer banking head Jeremy Soo to be Nets chairman
Payment services group Network for Electronic Transfers (Nets) has appointed Mr Jeremy Soo, DBS Bank's head of consumer banking and managing director, as its chairman, effective Sept 1.
1 min
GuocoLand's second-half profit falls 58% to $62.8m
Property developer GuocoLand's net profit for the second half of its 2024 fiscal year ended on June 30 fell 58 per cent to $62.8 million, from $148 million in the same period a year ago.
1 min
Tan Chong in the red with $6m loss in first half
Car dealer Tan Chong International posted a net loss of HK$35.9 million (S$6 million) for the first half of its 2024 fiscal year ended June 30- a reversal from a net profit of HK$126.9 million over the same period a year ago.
2 mins
S-Reits poised for resurgence with upcoming IPO pipeline
Sector expected to attract fund flows again, with US Fed's anticipated rate cut in Sept
4 mins
TRAINER LIM STAYS IN FULL COMMAND TO THE VERY END
With a heavy heart, Kuala Lumpur-bound handler keeps seeking next Kranji winner
3 mins
ALCARAZ, OSAKA RUE EARLY EXITS
Olympic silver medallist lacks energy, Japanese 'feels like my heart dies every time I lose'
3 mins
Swiatek calls for more help on online abuse
Five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek on Aug 29 called for tennis' governing bodies to provide players with more tools to combat online abuse, after Caroline Garcia spoke about the hate she received.
2 mins
Scheffler sees huge lead as no big deal
As usual, the best players on the PGA Tour are looking up at Scottie Scheffler.
2 mins
POOR FINISHING FRUSTRATES SAILORS COACH
Rankovic's side twice let lead slip in 2-2 draw with Geylang as winless run continues
3 mins
Guardiola wary of West Ham's 'incredible' attackers
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expecting a difficult test when his side travel to Julen Lopetegui's West Ham United for their English Premier League clash on Aug 31.
2 mins
MERINO SETBACK FOR ARSENAL
Brighton will respect Gunners despite new signing being ruled out with a fracture
3 mins
New Champions League format offers spicy ties
The draw for the league stage of the new-look Champions League took place on Aug 29, throwing up a series of heavyweight fixtures, including a trip for holders Real Madrid to Liverpool and a repeat of last season's final between the Spanish giants and Borussia Dortmund.
2 mins
KLOPP PROUD OF INSPIRING FRIEND
Former Reds boss was in stands to support long-time pal who competes in badminton
2 mins
AIMING TO IMPROVE
Archer Syahidah and shooter Chan bow out, but will learn from the experience
3 mins
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