The Straits Times - September 27, 2024
The Straits Times - September 27, 2024
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September 27, 2024
East-West Line disruption to last for several more days
LTA and SMRT to prioritise repair and expedite restoring full service earlier
4 mins
Rise in spousal abuse cases
More willing to report abusive husband or wife as public campaigns have led to awareness, say social workers
5 mins
Train left a trail of destruction
It damaged tracks, equipment on its way to depot; 34 rail breaks found in 1.6km stretch
2 mins
How commuters coped on second day of disruption
They face confusion, longer travel time and bus queues, but some praise the helpful staff
6 mins
Five late for PSLE paper, given full duration of exam
Five pupils who sat the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) on Sept 26 were late because of the MRT disruption on the East-West Line (EWL), said the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB).
1 min
S'pore calls for constraints on veto powers of UN Security Council's Big 5
Singapore has called for constraints on the use of veto powers by the UN Security Council's permanent members, saying that the council is in need of reform to tackle the challenges faced by a world in an \"acutely dangerous phase\".
1 min
China's top leaders vow to roll out stronger economic support
Pledges made at atypical Politburo meeting signal urgency to fix nation's economic woes
3 mins
Indonesians flocking to Penang for medical care
They account for 90% of state's medical tourism revenue as sector sees healthy growth
5 mins
Japan counts down to new PM as ruling party seeks to rebuild trust
Much at stake as LDP convenes to pick next leader after damaging slush fund scandal
4 mins
China on 'high alert' after Japanese warship sails through Taiwan Strait
China's military was on \"high alert\" on Sept 26 and Beijing said it had lodged a complaint with Tokyo after a Japanese warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait.
2 mins
China's 'cool' exports soar amid searing summer heat
S-E Asia an attractive market owing to its climate, maturity of e-commerce channels
3 mins
Taiwan questions 4 people in probe over pager explosions
Taiwan prosecutors said on Sept 26 that they have so far questioned four people as witnesses in their investigation into a Taiwanese company linked to pagers that detonated last week in Lebanon in a deadly blow to Hezbollah.
1 min
Israel rejects proposed 21-day halt in fighting with Hezbollah
lt vows to battle till defeat of militants; latest strike kills 23 Syrians in Lebanon
3 mins
Harris attacks 'biggest loser' Trump on tariff plans, manufacturing
US Vice-President Kamala Harris blasted Donald Trump as the \"biggest loser\" on the economy and a friend of billionaires, as the election rivals laid out competing plans on the top issue for many US voters.
2 mins
Strong demand for first Bidadari flats to enter resale market
Keen buyers as estate, though new, is on the city fringe and close to amenities like MRT
3 mins
ViewQwest cuts price of 10Gbps plan in move that could start price war
Internet service provider (ISP) ViewQwest has slashed the price of its 10Gbps broadband plan to just shy of $39 a month, in what could signal the start of a price war for premium plans in the broadband market.
2 mins
App connecting seniors to community a winner at InnovateFest contest
Like many seniors, Mr Ryan Lai's grandmother lives alone and is digitally illiterate.
3 mins
STI slips 0.03% while major regional indexes climb
● Gainers beat decliners 428 ● DFI Retail top gainer after ● Regional shares up: S.Korea to 226 in broader market being at bottom day before 2.9%, HK 4.2%, Australia 1%
1 min
Qantas deceived almost 1 million passengers with 'ghost flights'
Qantas Airways' ghost-flight scandal misled almost one million customers booked on tens of thousands of non-existent services, according to court documents that reveal the scale of the misconduct and the airline's awareness of the problem.
1 min
Japan's NTT considering $1.3 billion data centre Reit IPO in Singapore
Japan's Nippon Telegraph & Telephone Corp (NTT) is considering listing a global data centre real estate investment trust (Reit) in Singapore, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
1 min
ll corporates and individuals recognised at the Sustainability Impact Awards
CDL, Blue Acres among winners in event's second edition, which received more entries
3 mins
Yield for six-month T-bills falls below 3% for first time in 2 years
While seen as a safe investment, return of 2.97% is 0.13 point below last round's
4 mins
Palm oil no longer world's cheapest edible oil
Palm oil has lost its position as the world's cheapest edible oil, thanks to shrinking output from the biggest growers and plentiful supply of the main alternative.
1 min
Report finds S'pore investors less aggressive than peers in Asia
Investors here are adopting a more conservative investment stance compared with their peers in Asia and the Middle East, noted a report out on Sept 26.
2 mins
More support for research into key labour issues
New NTUC initiative provides funding, access to resources and data sharing
3 mins
S'pore factory output beats forecasts with 21% rise
Singapore's manufacturing output expanded for a second consecutive month in August, driven by robust production in the electronics industry.
2 mins
Shein lays off 17 workers here even as it plans to expand
Chinese fast-fashion online retailer Shein laid off 17 employees at its Singapore headquarters on Sept 25 even as it said it would continue to grow its operations in the Republic.
2 mins
High cost of tech is biggest hurdle in digital push, say local firms
Companies surveyed want funding for projects and a one-stop resource point
3 mins
Over 4,700 firms prosecuted for tax filing violations in 2023
Over 4,700 companies were prosecuted in 2023 for failing to file their tax returns or doing so late, said the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) on Sept 26.
2 mins
The end of the popular politician
Decade after decade of peace and affluence in the West has ironically made voters less and less satisfied, even with competent governments.
4 mins
The curse of the Michelin star
Restaurants awarded the honour are more likely to close, research finds.
2 mins
Education • Relief teaching never felt like a chore to me
Forum writer Chan Wai Han's letter \"Relief teaching stint long ago convinced me not to enter the profession\" (Sept 26) does not gel with my perspective of relief teaching.
1 min
EVs ● Condo's chargers affected due to poor cellular connectivity
I am writing as a council member of a private condominium to highlight a challenge we face in supporting Singapore's Green Plan 2030, particularly in encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).
1 min
BTO flats ● Construction time varies, based on project attributes
We thank Ms Michelle Chin Yan Rong (Cut 6-year wait for 2 HDB projects launched after pandemic, Sept 5) and Ms Priscilla Poh Beng Hoon (Couple managed to raise 2 kids while waiting for flat, Sept 6) for their feedback.
1 min
Vaping ● Root of the problem is smoking, which is also harmful
I refer to the letter \"Concerted effort by govt agencies to tackle vaping problem\" (Sept 25) highlighting government agencies' efforts to tackle vaping.
1 min
Child abuse, no matter the extent, has many consequences
I refer to the article “Less serious child abuse cases in Singapore on the rise: Inaugural report on family violence” (Sept 26).
1 min
PRICE PAYS VISIT AT FATHER'S OLD TURF
Fame, history could well be in the Makin for Australian ex-Bukit Timah jockey's son Will
2 mins
Ravalli at the finish
Ravalli has been one of the exciting finds in 2024, but unfortunately, Kranji will get only one last chance to find out how good he really is on Sept 28.
1 min
KOSI & CO. GEAR UP FOR BIG DAY
Other Gold Cup hopes Lim's Saltoro, Dream Alliance, Smart Star sparkle at trials as well
2 mins
Ricciardo will be missed: RB boss
New Zealander Liam Lawson will replace Australian Daniel Ricciardo for the remaining six races of the Formula One season, starting with the Oct 18-20 US Grand Prix in Austin, the Red Bull-owned RB team said on Sept 26.
1 min
Golovkin out to land boxing in LA 2028 ring
World Boxing on Sept 26 appointed Gennady Golovkin as the chairman of its new Olympic Commission, charging the former middleweight world champion, 42, with the task of helping the body establish itself as the sport's recognised international federation.
2 mins
Sinner survives tricky test from Jarry in China opener
World 1 Jannik Sinner fought back to launch the defence of his China Open title with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 win over the 28th-ranked Chilean Nicolas Jarry on Sept 26. The US Open champion next faces veteran three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka, who is a wildcard entry in Beijing, or Russia's Roman Safiullin.
2 mins
BROWN, RAINBOW AND GOLD
Grace leads Australia to world mixed relay title, edging Germany by less than a second
2 mins
IOC HAS TO BE UNIVERSAL: SAMARANCH JR
Presidential candidate, 64, also proposes Olympics in winter for extreme heat nations
3 mins
Star rookie Clark vows 'bigger things' in new season
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark said she has only scratched the surface of what she can accomplish after her record-breaking rookie season ended in the first round of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) play-offs on Sept 25.
2 mins
LeBron-Bronny pairing 'sooner than later'
Los Angeles Lakers great LeBron James and son Bronny are poised to become the first father-son duo on a National Basketball Association (NBA) court this season, but the Lakers are still formulating plans for that moment, new coach J.J. Redick said on Sept 25.
2 mins
TOP FOOTBALLERS ARE 'TREATED LIKE CATTLE'
Former players call for review of workload, as academician warns of long-term impact
2 mins
Steal a march for record Ohtani ball for $5.8m
The home run ball that saw Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani become the first player in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in one season is for sale, auction house Goldin said on Sept 25.
1 min
Etzebeth seeks to cap milestone with Rugby C'ship title
Eben Etzebeth will seek to write another chapter in an already storied career when he takes the field for the Springboks in their Rugby Championship title decider against Argentina at Mbombela Stadium on Sept 28.
2 mins
Arteta lauds Sterling showing against Bolton
Raheem Sterling scored his first Arsenal goal and Jack Porter became the club's youngest ever starter in a 5-1 rout of Bolton Wanderers in the League Cup on Sept 26.
2 mins
Slot happy with Reds' control in hammering
Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece as holders Liverpool put on another solid performance to thrash West Ham United 5-1 at Anfield on Sept 25 and set up a League Cup fourth-round tie against Brighton & Hove Albion.
2 mins
TEN HAG HURT BY BELOVED TWENTE
United's poor form in Europe continues as mistake allows Dutch side to earn 1-1 draw
2 mins
BOWLING BACK AT GAMES
Wushu, karate also set for 2025 edition; final programme to be confirmed in Oct
3 mins
Losing 40kg in 5 months for a 42.195km race
A bout of long Covid in mid-2022 turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it jolted Joseph Soh into changing to an active lifestyle that saw him shed about 40kg in five months.
2 mins
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