The Straits Times - October 06, 2024
The Straits Times - October 06, 2024
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October 06, 2024
PAP group calls for lower consent age of 18 for mental health services
Assessments, basic counselling should also be accessible without parental consent: MP
3 mins
'Weirdly quiet': Fewer Singaporeans visit JB in past few days
Shops notice slump in footfall as vehicles without permit avoid entering Malaysia
4 mins
Peddlers hawking contraband smokes, chewing tobacco in Sg Kadut, Mandai
Peddlers of duty-unpaid cigarettes and chewing tobacco are pushing their trade from dimly lit areas around workers' dormitories to park connectors around Sungei Kadut and Mandai Road.
2 mins
Thousands gather to witness final horse races at Singapore Turf Club
Queues form early to gain admission as visitors bid farewell to 182-year heritage
3 mins
Road to the White House passes through Erie County
It is the most vital swing county in the largest swing state of the 2024 US presidential race
7 mins
T-cell leukaemia patients get experimental treatment lifeline
Therapy developed by NUS Medicine and NUHS has been tested on 17 people
5 mins
S'pore students among fastest to finish coding core curriculum
Three students from the first intake of the Singapore University of Technology and Design's (SUTD) 42 Singapore (42 SG) coding programme are among the fastest in the world to complete its common core curriculum.
3 mins
Paris coding school with no teachers or fees gave him an edge
School's unorthodox style proves to be right fit for S'porean who quit NUS studies earlier
3 mins
Owner of Thai excursion bus involved in deadly fire apologises to families
The owner of the bus that went up in flames on Oct 1, killing 20 children and three teachers, showed up at the funeral on Oct 3 to pay his respects, apologise and provide compensation to the families of the deceased.
1 min
Spotlight on patriotic education in China after stabbing of Japanese boy
Wartime history lessons seen by some as playing a role in stirring violent acts
4 mins
Hezbollah battles Israeli soldiers at Lebanon's border
Intensified strikes by Israel turning a year of cross-border exchanges into full-blown war
3 mins
Nepalis fear more floods as climate change melts glaciers
From melting glaciers to super intense cyclones, the effects of climate change were seen across the globe this week.
3 mins
Indonesia, Malaysia laud proposed one-year delay to EU anti-deforestation law
More time needed to be ready for complex regulations, say top palm oil producers
4 mins
Italy sets its sights on climate activists with 'anti-Gandhi' Bill
Blocking a road to protest inaction against climate change could soon be punishable with prison in Italy, as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's hard-right government cracks down on demonstrations, even peaceful ones.
2 mins
2 Ukraine officials held over suspected enabling of draft evasion; $7.8m found
Ukrainian investigators said on Oct 4 that they found stacks of cash totalling almost US$6 million (S$7.8 million) during a raid on the home of a state official suspected of helping men dodge mobilisation.
1 min
Private life of billionaire Telegram founder adds to his legal woes
Ex-partner accuses him of abusing their youngest son even as he fights charges related to spread of illicit content
7 mins
Casinos hit as Australia gets tough on addiction, crime links
New cashless gambling measure with daily card limit will take major toll, warn analysts
3 mins
President's Challenge: SingHealth raises $1.3m
SingHealth has raised $1,316,909 for the President's Challenge 2024, in an effort that lasted about five months and involved the more than 33,000 employees of the healthcare group.
2 mins
KKH to spend over $30m to transform population health, boost fertility rate
15 programmes include those that promote long-term well-being of mother and child
3 mins
Active ageing, healthy living and a birthday surprise at AMK event
PM Wong plays pickleball with youngest member of interest group at carnival
3 mins
Restoration of EWL services a combined effort by workers, volunteers
It was a race against time for Indian national Dhandapani Vignesh and his rail welding crew to finish joining new rail segments in about three days to fix a section of damaged tracks between Jurong and Clementi stations.
3 mins
1963 Siglap HDB block to escape demolition, be kept for public use
Once slated for demolition, one Housing Board block in East Coast Road could instead be repurposed for community or social use, or could even house new shops, after a recent decision by the authorities to retain the building.
3 mins
Brotherhood programme helps abusive men break cycle of violence
Members learn to manage their anger, mentor others, support 'brothers' in need
4 mins
Parents left high and dry after spending $600,000 on children
Case a stark reminder parents must plan for themselves first before overindulging offspring
5 mins
Bob Sternfels is reshaping McKinsey as it heads into second century
Distinctiveness, not growth, to be key marker for the firm in journey ahead, says global head
6 mins
Shares of utility companies riding the AI boom
Want to make a wager on the future of artificial intelligence (AI)? Nvidia is the obvious bet. It designs the chips and software that make AI run, is the stock market favourite and has gained 144 per cent in 2024 alone.
4 mins
Don't discount bonds as an investment choice
Fixed-income securities a way for investors to manage portfolio risks and boost returns
5 mins
Jewellery a sparkling investment for lifestyle festival CEO
Her passion for gems and a sophisticated lifestyle drives the success of her business
4 mins
Fast-ageing S. Korea sees money in luxury retirement homes
Eighty-five-year-old Park Jong-chul in Seoul recently decided it was time to move to a retirement home to secure the help he and his wife were starting to need.
3 mins
GRAND FINISH TO LAST GOLD CUP
Lim's Stable colours lowered by another Lim and his Smart Star, for Kok's first in Gl classic
2 mins
MUTED ELATION AS RACEGOERS THRONG KRANJI FOR LAST TIME
Smart Star's stunning victory in Grand Singapore Gold Cup not the only shock
4 mins
Butler and I need each other: Heat coach Spoelstra
Entering their sixth year together in the National Basketball Association (NBA), Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra believes that a breakthrough in his relationship with Jimmy Butler is imminent.
2 mins
WESTBROOK LOOKS UP TO JOKIC
Denver defeated but new Nugget grateful to be in same team as 'unique' Serbian star
2 mins
Overseas games to be NFL's mini Super Bowls
The National Football League (NFL) is hoping its international slate of games this season can act as \"mini Super Bowls\" for American football fans outside the United States as it continues to expand its overseas footprint, a league official said.
1 min
NO SHANGHAI SWEAT FOR SINNER, ALCARAZ
Both breeze into 3rd round despite minimal practice; Gauff takes on Muchova in decider
2 mins
Money talks to grow US rugby reportedly back on
Rugby union's governing body World Rugby has revived talks to raise funds for growing the sport in the United States, three people familiar with the matter said.
2 mins
Billie Jean King Cup to align with Davis Cup format
The Billie Jean King Cup Finals will transition to an eight-team event in 2025, from the current 12, to mirror the existing Davis Cup format, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) said on Oct 4.
1 min
Blues need time to compete with City, Arsenal
Chelsea are improving but are not yet ready to compete with top English Premier League clubs like Manchester City and Arsenal, manager Enzo Maresca said on Oct 4.
2 mins
Pogba's 'nightmare is over' as ban cut to 18 months
French international footballer Paul Pogba said on Oct 4 that his \"nightmare is over\" after a four-year ban for doping was reduced to 18 months.
2 mins
ANGE FACES A 'CURIOUS' TEST BY HURZELER
Brighton boss, who asked 'many questions' on a day at Spurs in 2023, has 'inside info'
3 mins
Villa now in the big leagues, thanks to their manager
On The Ball | There are doubts about the new Champions League format, its extended group stage and \"Swiss model\" fixture list. Try telling that to anyone connected with Aston Villa, though.
2 mins
REDS' WIN 'SPECIAL' FOR SLOT
Manager says it will let wife see a happy man, but warns of tough stretch ahead
3 mins
Respectful Emery wary of United's winning mentality
Unai Emery praised the under-pressure Erik ten Hag on Oct 4 as the Aston Villa boss labelled Manchester United \"the best team in the world\" despite their dismal form.
2 mins
Krupnova brings positivity to Wondersticks and S'pore
While it has been only two weeks since Eliska Krupnova joined Singapore Floorball Premier League (SFL) side Wondersticks, the 2020 world's best female floorball player has lit up the league in more ways than one.
3 mins
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