The Straits Times - December 24, 2024
The Straits Times - December 24, 2024
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December 24, 2024
Singapore's core inflation extends decline in Nov to 3-year low of 1.9%
Fall comes on the back of easing food and services costs; overall inflation rises to 1.6%
3 mins
Ex-SingPost CEO, CFO to fight sacking, say it was without merit and unfair
The former chief executive and chief financial officer of Singapore Post, who were both fired on Dec 21 over a whistle-blower's report, said the reasons provided for the termination of their employment are without substantive grounds and that the process leading to the move was not conducted fairly.
2 mins
Sacking of SingPost's group CEO could delay restructuring plans for future growth
Analysts uncertain of impact on plans to focus on logistics and divest non-core assets
3 mins
All abroad
Why some Singaporeans take the overseas leap, and others don't
10 mins
Still many unresolved questions for shareholders
Singapore Post's dismissal of three senior executives, including its group chief executive and group chief financial officer, is unprecedented for a major Singapore-listed company, and highlights the importance of corporate governance, analysts said.
3 mins
Bloomberg issued Pofma order over article on GCB transactions in Singapore
Correction orders also issued to three other outlets for carrying its false statements
4 mins
Johor home sales up, but experts advise caution amid ample supply
Those planning to buy a home across the Causeway would have seen countless advertisements of luxe condominiums and lush landed houses being launched in Johor, with developers touting them as sound investments.
4 mins
China gives vocational education a high-tech boost amid labour crunch
It rolls out 40 new majors including in digital technology, AI and biomedicine
3 mins
Makers of Taiwanese drama set around an invasion fear backlash from China
A Chinese warplane goes missing near Taiwan. China sends swarms of military boats and planes for a blockade as Taiwan goes on a war footing. Panic ensues on the streets of Taipei.
2 mins
Fake guns, real danger: Malaysian police warn against gel-blasters
Malaysian police are taking aim at imitation guns, known as gel-blasters, which some criminals have been using to commit crimes.
2 mins
Vietnam's new 'draconian' internet laws heighten free speech fears
Social media users in Vietnam on platforms such as Facebook and TikTok will need to verify their identities as part of strict new internet regulations that critics say further undermine freedom of expression in the communist country.
2 mins
Malaysia Airlines grounds new Airbus A330neo jet over safety concerns
Malaysia Airlines has grounded its new Airbus A330neo jet just days after its maiden flight because of technical issues, another operational setback for the national carrier.
1 min
Anwar's approval ratings improve, rising to 54%: Poll
Respondents generally satisfied with PM's efforts to attract investments to Malaysia
2 mins
IMDB seeks $1.35b from Amicorp and its CEO over alleged fraud
Scandal-hit Malaysian state fund 1MDB said on Dec 23 it has filed a legal claim of more than US$1 billion (S$1.35 billion) against corporate services provider Amicorp Group and its chief executive, alleging that the firm knowingly facilitated over US$7 billion in fraudulent transactions.
1 min
Yoon files counterclaim against opposition leader; snubs court over impeachment papers
South Korea's embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol has fired back with his own legal case against opposition leader Lee Jae-myung while still refusing to accept delivery of documents from the Constitutional Court related to his impeachment trial
2 mins
S. Korea's opposition threatens to impeach Acting President over martial law counsel
South Korea's main opposition party threatened on Dec 23 to impeach Acting President Han Duck-soo if he failed to proclaim a law to launch a special counsel investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed bid to impose martial law.
1 min
France extends Olympics' surveillance measures to cover Christmas market
Some lawyers, activists concerned that this could become norm for other major events
6 mins
Makansutra's K.F. Seetoh's brother dies in suspected gas explosion in Italy
A sibling of veteran food critic K.F. Seetoh has died after a suspected gas explosion at his holiday home in Tuscany.
2 mins
'We're going to stop woke': Trump offers preview of his second term
He tells crowd at conservative event of his measures for a new 'golden age' in country
3 mins
Weakened Iran could pursue nuclear weapon: White House
The Biden administration is concerned that a weakened Iran could build a nuclear weapon, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Dec 22, adding that he was briefing President-elect Donald Trump's team on the risk.
1 min
Syria's new leader vows not to 'negatively' interfere in Lebanon
He says Damascus respects Lebanon's sovereignty and unity of its territories
2 mins
Organised looting worsens plight of Palestinians in Gaza
Mr Hazem Isleem, a Palestinian truck driver, was passing through the ruins of the southern Gaza Strip in November with a truckload of aid when armed looters ambushed his convoy.
4 mins
S. Korea detects signs of N. Korea preparing more troops, drones for Russia
South Korea's military said on Dec 23 that it has detected signs of North Korea preparing to send more troops and weapons, including suicide drones, to Russia to support its war against Ukraine.
1 min
Putin vows 'destruction' on Ukraine after Kazan drone attack
Strike on luxury apartment block latest in series of escalating aerial attacks in conflict
1 min
Dreaming of a white Christmas? It's a rarity for Britain
It's the fantasy festive image: snow on Christmas Day.
2 mins
Rome's Trevi Fountain restored in time for Jubilee year
A restored Trevi Fountain was unveiled on Dec 22 after more than two months of cleaning and restoration, part of Rome's preparations for the 2025 Roman Catholic Holy Year.
1 min
Picturesque Japanese hot spring town limits day trippers
A Japanese hot spring town popular for its photogenic snowy scenes began limiting entry to day trippers on Dec 23 in a trial to tackle overtourism during winter.
1 min
Trans-Cab, Geolah to offer ride-hailing services next year
They join five existing platforms; one-year provisional licences take effect on Jan 1
3 mins
Police set up CTE roadblock, nab 12 for drink driving and other offences
Police on Dec 21 took the unusual step of organising an anti-drink driving operation on the CTE, targeting motorists leaving the city centre after 2am.
2 mins
2024 Wrapped The biggest political stories of the year, and what's next
A once-in-a-generation handover of power, court cases involving two prominent politicians, and a refresh by the ruling party ahead of its 70th anniversary – it was an eventful year for politics here, even as a much-anticipated general election has to wait for the new year.
7 mins
What happens if your vehicle is damaged by a car valet service?
Standard car insurance policies usually do not cover such a situation, say lawyers
4 mins
Coroner's inquiry opens into death of stillborn baby buried by mum, 15
A 15-year-old girl who was impregnated by her boyfriend, 14, gave birth to a boy in her bedroom alone and later buried her baby in her garden.
2 mins
CNB officer who lied in colleague's 2021 assault trial gets 18 months' jail
A Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) sergeant gave false testimony in court at an earlier trial involving his colleague, who was accused of assaulting a drug offender at the time.
3 mins
S'pore shares rise on rate cut expectations; STI up 0.9%
Singtel is STI's biggest loser, closing 0.6% lower at $3.10 | Losers trail gainers 209 to 295, with 935.3m shares traded | US bourses post gains; regional indexes mostly rallied
1 min
China property flare-ups resurface as debt crisis enters fifth year
As China's property debt crisis enters its fifth year, there is little indication that distressed developers are finding it easier to repay debt as a slump in home sales continues.
4 mins
Fallout continues from industry giants' house of cards
The liquidators are represented by a legal team from Shook Lin & Bok.
6 mins
TalkMed receives privatisation offer at 45.6 cents per share
Local cancer specialist TalkMed Group has received a privatisation offer from healthcare provider Tamarind Health.
2 mins
US firms eye continued funding, fostering of ties in Budget 2025
Key focus areas in AmChamSG's wish list include AI, healthcare, talent development
3 mins
UOB, OCBC junior staff to get one-off payments to cope with expenses
UOB will make a one-off payment to junior employees to help them cope with day-to-day expenses, joining its local peer OCBC Bank in doing so.
2 mins
As Trumponomics 2.0 looms, expect a tumultuous four years
Disruptions in trade, financial markets and geopolitics will be on the cards.
8 mins
A fiscal fight is brewing in the court of Donald Trump
America's debt pile and the case for tax cuts will be flashpoints inside the new administration.
3 mins
The Case for Acknowledging Joy in Our Conversations About Family
If the predominant chatter is any indication, you would think raising children is a life hazard. Have we forgotten the smiles they bring?
5 mins
You could be stress-eating these holidays - or eating your way to stress
Here are some tips for enjoying festive foods, while avoiding stress-eating.
4 mins
The year's worst climate news you have not heard about
The lack of flood waters for dams, increase in coal burning and rising demand for Indonesian palm oil show that efforts to slow global warming are flagging.
4 mins
The great drone freak-out is upon us
The drone age is here and the skies are going to get a lot more crowded.
4 mins
Bouquets SGH ● New medical wards will benefit patients
I would like to congratulate Singapore General Hospital (SGH) for setting up the observation ward and acute medical wards at the new Emergency Medicine Building (Two acute medical wards open at new SGH Emergency Medicine Building, Dec 19).
1 min
Bankruptcy ● Look into rise in applications this year
As a licensed insolvency practitioner and one who acts as a private trustee for numerous bankruptcy matters, I would like to respond to Mr Raymond Lim's letter \"Offer bankrupts dignity and real chances for recovery\" (Dec 18).
1 min
Letter of the day Ensure that all-cash donations find their way to charity
I noticed two young men asking for charity donations on Dec 18 in the basement of HDB Hub in Toa Payoh, just outside the entrance of a busy supermarket.
1 min
Football ● Rush for tickets shows mid-tier stadium is needed
With sports becoming an integral part of our society and its foreseeable role as a mainstay in fostering national identity and unity, our infrastructure must evolve to keep up with this growing passion.
1 min
IB ● Added value in curriculum as it lets students set own pace and blossom
It is heartening to read that there is growing awareness of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Singapore.
1 min
OUTLAW KING STEALS THE SHOW IN STYLE
Boom 2YO back on song in Cape Merchants after missing 3YO season because of virus
2 mins
LEES DUO TACKLE SUMMER CUP TRIP ON BOXING DAY
Newcastle trainer takes a gamble with Rustic Steel, Tavi Time over more ground
3 mins
Barzalona has the Maktoum Facteur
Multiple Meydan Group 1-winning rider Mickael Barzalona has been booked to ride Facteur Cheval for his dirt debut in the Group 1 Maktoum Challenge (1,900m) on Jan 24.
1 min
Faithful Neo looks good for another dose
Dec 24 South Africa (Vaal) form analysis
2 mins
JOKIC WANTS MORE NUGGETS HUNGER
Coach Malone also bemoans Denver's slow start, before Serbian star's overtime heroics
3 mins
Joshua fight only one left for beaten Fury: Hearn
Tyson Fury has been told the \"only fight\" left for him, after his unanimous points decision defeat by champion Oleksandr Usyk in a world heavyweight boxing title bout, is an all-British clash against Anthony Joshua.
1 min
Embiid to face Wemby in battle of the big men
National Basketball Association (NBA) fans will get an early Christmas present of sorts when Victor Wembanyama and the surging San Antonio Spurs head to Philadelphia to face Joel Embiid, Paul George and the 76ers on Dec 23 (Dec 24, Singapore time).
2 mins
On Boxing Day a cricket fight awaits: Australia v Bumrah
There's a certain type of greatness, so profound, so bewitching, so unusual, that for a moment it makes you forget which side you're on.
3 mins
De Minaur eyes more after breakthrough year
Alex de Minaur, 25, is coming off a breakthrough year that saw him reach a career-high world No. 6 and the Australian is fired up for an even bigger 2025.
2 mins
FONSECA IS ONE FOR THE FUTURE
Brazil teenager wins Next Gen title after following Sinner's advice to turn pro
2 mins
Mbappe back on track after hitting 'rock bottom'
Kylian Mbappe hit \"rock bottom\" with a penalty miss at Athletic Bilbao earlier in December as he struggled to adapt to his new surroundings at Real Madrid, but the French forward said he used that disappointment to fuel his recent return to form.
2 mins
LANGER STILL HAS THE TOUCH
Veteran Bernhard and son retain PNC title despite Charlie Woods' maiden ace
3 mins
Leaders Atalanta hope 'wonderful year' continues into 2025
Two goals from Charles de Ketelaere continued \"a wonderful year\" for Atalanta, as his late winner helped secure a 3-2 home victory over mid-table Empoli and send his side back to the top of Serie A on Dec 22.
2 mins
Maresca makes point of being 'absolutely happy'
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca insisted he was \"absolutely happy\", despite his side losing ground in the English Premier League title race following a goalless draw at Everton on Dec 22.
2 mins
Premier League talking points
Ruben Amorim took responsibility for Manchester United's humiliating 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth on Dec 22 as he conceded everything is \"so hard\" for his troubled club.
1 min
SLOT REFUSES TO THINK OF EPL TITLE
Reds four points ahead after 'incredible' win but manager says they have to keep going
3 mins
Angsty Ange 'not going to change' approach
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou said there is no easy fix for his injury-hit side after a 6-3 loss at home to leaders Liverpool in the English Premier League on Dec 22.
2 mins
VIETNAM'S NEW SON SHINES
Brazil-born striker Rafaelson a threat against Lions in Asean C'ship s-finals
3 mins
Mancini regrets leaving 'most beautiful' job
Italy's European Championship-winning coach Roberto Mancini admitted on Dec 22 that he had regrets over leaving the Azzurri to take control of Saudi Arabia.
2 mins
In Scotland to taste a CULINARY RENAISSANCE
A new generation of entrepreneurs and chefs is showcasing traditional and contemporary Scottish cuisine
5 mins
One of the toughest tables to book in Paris? It's in Disneyland
As soon as we booked the Eurostar from London to Paris, we began scouting the most important element of our trip: where to eat.
3 mins
Baring it all in Germany's spa towns
Celebrate the country's hot springs and history of wellness at Baden-Baden, Bad Homburg and Wiesbaden
5 mins
Turning snow into gold
China's winter sports boom is expected to propel its ice-and-snow economy past $187 billion in 2025
4 mins
Macau diversifying beyond casinos into sports, culture, arts
MACAU - \"The most exciting thing for me is riding on a circuit like this - there's nothing else like it in the world,\" said 52-year-old British motorcycle racer Michael Rutter about the Guia Circuit in Macau.
2 mins
Jang Na-ra bags grand prize at K-drama awards show
South Korean singer and actress Jang Na-ra and trot singer Lee Chan-won wrapped up 2024 triumphantly, taking home top honours at drama and entertainment awards ceremonies held over the weekend.
2 mins
Lion King prequel falls prey to Sonic the Hedgehog at box office
LOS ANGELES - Disney's mighty lion Mufasa... eaten alive by a hedgehog? Action-adventure comedy film Sonic The Hedgehog 3, directed by Jeff Fowler, collected roughly US$62 million (US$84 million) in its first weekend in North American theatres, according to Comscore, which compiles box-office data.
1 min
Lively's co-stars show her support
Blake Lively sexual harassment lawsuit
2 mins
Comedian Mark Lee's drag queen comedy Number 1's sequel to be released over CNY
The hit drag queen comedy Number 1, which landed Singaporean comedian Mark Lee a Best Leading Actor nomination at the Golden Horse Awards in 2020, will soon return for a sequel.
1 min
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