The Straits Times - December 30, 2024
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December 30, 2024
179 Dead After Jeju Air Plane Crashes Upon Landing in S. Korea
Bird strike, weather conditions cited as likely causes; seven-day mourning period declared
3 mins
Singapore boosts maritime, aviation hub role as cargo flows shift and supply chain risks rise
Singapore is investing further in its infrastructure, processes and workforce to solidify its position as a trusted regional cargo centre.
7 mins
Volunteers Needed to Collect Stories from Singapore's Early Citizens for Founders' Memorial
Stories gathered under senior engagement programme will be used for a digital display
4 mins
Jeju Air Plane Crash Flight Attendant Who Survived Has No Memory of Incident
Witnesses Report Seeing Flames in Plane's Engine and Hearing Explosions Before Crash
3 mins
Experts question bird strike as cause of tragedy
Uncertainties surround the deadliest crash on South Korean soil, experts said on Dec 29 as they questioned initial suggestions that a bird strike might have taken down Jeju Air Flight 2216.
3 mins
Those aged 60 and above account for 78 of 83 Covid-19 deaths in Singapore this year
Fatalities much lower than in 2023, but MOH urges seniors to get booster shots
2 mins
South Korea's Yoon defies summons for third time
South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol refused a summons to appear for questioning on Dec 29, the third time he has defied investigators' demands in two weeks.
1 min
Decongestant Zyrtec-D no longer sold in most markets, including Singapore
Antihistamine and decongestant medication Zyrtec-D is no longer being produced and, in most markets including Singapore, is no longer available for sale at most clinics and pharmacies.
2 mins
Anti-Rohingya rhetoric in Delhi election campaigns worries refugees
Political sparring ahead of assembly elections has been accompanied by a crackdown
5 mins
N. Korea Launches ‘Toughest’ US Strategy at Key Party Meeting
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held a key policy-setting meeting of the country's ruling party ahead of the new year, the official Korean Central News Agency reported on Dec 29.
1 min
Malaysia's Chinese clans fight to stay relevant and attract new blood
Associations shift focus, with some pivoting to business, politics and even sports
5 mins
Netanyahu to undergo prostate removal surgery
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to undergo prostate removal surgery on Dec 29, his office said, after he was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection.
1 min
Qatar's PM Meets Hamas Delegation for Gaza Ceasefire Talks
Qatar's Prime Minister met a Hamas delegation in Doha on Dec. 28 to discuss a \"clear and comprehensive\" ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza, a statement said.
1 min
Young People Hiding Gifts for Strangers in China
From Sichuan to Shandong, growing numbers of people take part in 'city treasure hunting'
4 mins
Lebanon expels 70 Syrian officers, soldiers after their illegal entry
Lebanon expelled around 70 Syrian officers and soldiers on Dec 28, returning them to Syria after they crossed into the country illegally via informal routes, a Lebanese security official and a war monitor said.
1 min
Zelensky Slams Slovak PM Over Threat to Cut Electricity Supplies
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico on Dec 28 of opening a \"second energy front\" against Ukraine on the orders of Russia, as a gas transit dispute between the countries deepened.
1 min
Russian energy giant to suspend gas exports to Moldova
Russian energy giant Gazprom said on Dec 28 that it would suspend gas exports to Moldova from 5am GMT (1pm Singapore time) on Jan 1 owing to unpaid debt by the country, which is bracing itself for severe power cuts.
2 mins
New government steps up pursuit of Assad loyalists
Syria's new administration has stepped up its campaign to track down and arrest members of the ousted Assad dictatorship, signaling that it would act with a heavy hand against people who it claims are challenging its ability to impose law and order.
1 min
Syria's New Intelligence Chief Vows Reforms to End Abuses
Highlighting plight of Syrians under Assad regime, he pledges to dissolve security services
1 min
Thousands of flights delayed, one dead as storms hit US
At least 10 tornadoes descend on south-east states with casualties expected to go up
1 min
Peru closes most ports as giant waves batter coast
Peru closed three-quarters of its ports on Dec 28 as giant waves up to 4m high pummelled its coast, damaging boats and shops, officials said.
1 min
Elon Musk backs far-right party in opinion piece for German paper
US billionaire Elon Musk backed Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in a guest opinion piece for Germany's Welt am Sonntag newspaper published online on Dec 28 that prompted the commentary editor to resign in protest.
1 min
Trump sides with Musk in public dispute over H-1B visa
He supports foreign workers' scheme that Tesla chief vows to go to 'war' to defend
2 mins
Keeping Singapore economically relevant an important task for 4G leaders: Shanmugam
Finding ways to keep Singapore economically relevant will be an important task for the country's fourth-generation (4G) leaders in the coming years, Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam said on Dec 29.
1 min
Training hotel revamp a boost for lessons
ITE College West also launches Built Environment Hub to better train students
5 mins
2024 Wrapped: The Biggest Social Stories of the Year, and What's Next
From the introduction of 10 weeks of shared parental leave to another baby care option in the form of childminders, The Straits Times looks at the biggest social news in 2024 and what families can expect in the new year.
6 mins
Demand for smaller flats up, boosted by changing demographics
Ageing population, smaller households and shifting buyer sentiments among factors
3 mins
Why the IPCC's Upcoming Special Report on Cities Matters for S-E Asia
It will have strategies tailored to urban contexts to tackle climate challenges
4 mins
Chinese bonds set for best returns in decade, with more gains ahead
Government-issued debt primed to reap 9 per cent total return in 2024, the highest since 2014
1 min
Under pressure, Telegram pulls off an elusive milestone - a profit
App has added subscriptions, ads and video services, and used crypto to pay down its debt
4 mins
Trends That Will Shake Up Workplaces In The Coming Year
In this series, manpower reporter Tay Hong Yi offers practical answers to candid questions on navigating workplace challenges and getting ahead in your career. Get more tips by signing up to The Straits Times' Headstart newsletter.
3 mins
Use current momentum to rejuvenate the Singapore bourse
Uptick offers chance to unveil policies to boost the market for the longer term
6 mins
Record-breaking year for shares of Singapore's three local banks
Analysts see further growth in 2025, with buybacks, strong wealth-management ops
4 mins
Japan should be charging foreign tourists more
The country can afford to introduce dual pricing to tackle overtourism.
7 mins
Modern life is drowning in a sea of verbiage
Brevity and clarity have given way to a deluge of text from corporate 'word salads' to prolix presentations.
3 mins
Making peace with my fragmented attention span
Our attention isn't broken, just evolving. In a hyper-connected world of endless pings and pop-ups, it's about shaping how we focus, not giving up.
5 mins
Why Some Doctors Are Reassessing Hypnosis
There is growing evidence that it can help with pain, depression, and more.
5 mins
Technology Will Make the Pace of Change Even Faster
Advances in AI will continue at breakneck speed in 2025, but it's unclear how much of a difference they'll make.
3 mins
Voices of youth Lifestyle ● A wake-up call for the young to take care of their backs
I was struck to read that degenerative disc disease is something young people like me should be concerned about too, and not just people in their 50s and 60s (Bad back: More teens and young adults in Singapore hit with degenerative disc disease, Dec 17).
1 min
FairPrice discounts Consider inclusive options for the elderly
I commend FairPrice for extending discounts for Merdeka, Chas and Pioneer generation card holders through 2025 (FairPrice extends discounts in 2025 for seniors, lower-income families, Dec 19).
1 min
Construction ● NEA to explore further ways to manage noise, including use of quieter equipment
We thank Mr Loong Chik Tong for his letter \"Minimise construction noise for better HDB living\" (Dec 20).
1 min
Sec 1 posting ● Use previous cut-off points only as a reference
We thank Madam Chen Han for her letter \"Did Dragon Year with larger cohort affect secondary schools' cut-off points?\" (Dec 20).
1 min
Traffic Offence Reporting: Why Witness Testimony May Be Required
We thank Mr Gary Ng for his suggestions (Remove need for witnesses of minor traffic offences to be in court, Dec 13).
1 min
Let's create a more accepting society for parents, young children
While these reasons are valid, I, as a person expecting my first child, feel there is another contributing factor that is often overlooked – the societal attitudes towards parents with young children.
1 min
LUCKY MAGIC WINS PENANG GOLD
Up-and-coming trainer Cheng bags first Group 1 win in his home town, and 2 from 2 to boot
3 mins
Victorious Celestial skipper credits stellar crew
Australia's Celestial won the overall trophy for the Sydney to Hobart yacht race on Dec 29, after the blue water classic was overshadowed by the deaths of two sailors in treacherous, blustery weather.
2 mins
Brunson Knicks O.T. Win For NY
Guard's clutch plays in 55-pt performance seal comeback victory against Washington
3 mins
Fan never 'officially informed' about event withdrawal fines
Olympic table tennis star Fan Zhendong said on Dec 29 that he had never been \"officially informed\" that he would be fined for not competing on the world tour, despite officials saying the rules were \"consistent, not new\".
2 mins
Wemby Shows His Moves on Chessboard
Victor Wembanyama has established himself as a force on the National Basketball Association (NBA) hardwood, but on Dec 28 he showed he can make moves on the chessboard as well, as the San Antonio Spurs centre took on fans at a park in New York.
2 mins
Djokovic Calls For Fairer Treatment
He slams lack of consistency, transparency in doping verdicts and agrees with Kyrgios
3 mins
Gym work pays off as Zverev fires Germany
Alexander Zverev eased past Thiago Monteiro 6-4, 6-4 as Germany beat Brazil for a winning start to their United Cup defence on Dec 29, while the Czech Republic got the better of Norway in a hard-fought match.
2 mins
Osaka driven by winning desire
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka said on Dec 29 she still had a \"deep love\" for tennis and was excited for the coming season, believing she can revisit her former glories.
2 mins
'Relief' as City Beat Leicester
Guardiola sees his side win 2-0 in milestone match for rare away success
2 mins
Inter 'resource' Martinez returns to scoring ways in 3-0 win
Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi reaffirmed his faith in striker Lautaro Martinez, after he ended his goal drought in the 3-0 win over Cagliari on Dec 28.
2 mins
Diallo focuses on fight to bring back United glory days
Amad Diallo has vowed to \"make history\" with Manchester United, despite his struggling club's dismal slide down the English Premier League table.
2 mins
S'PORE OUT BUT PROUD
VAR drama does Lions no favours again but captain Hariss praises team's fighting spirit
3 mins
DJ SHAN WEE: ACCEPTING 'TUITION CULTURE'
This was the year that Shan Wee, music director and DJ at One FM 91.3, accepted \"tuition culture\" like most parents here.
3 mins
Big moves, quality time
Five TV and radio personalities reflect on their parenting moments in 2024 and discuss upcoming plans
2 mins
Mums' get their pink back' after struggling with baby blues
With five young children, Ms Linnea Chambery had found herself at one of her most challenging points as a mother.
3 mins
Building Deeper Relationships in 2025
Whether it is your child, parent or colleague, getting to know someone better depends on being open-hearted and having good social skills
5 mins
JJ Lin keeps things fresh at his concert
The Singaporean sang five songs never performed here at his show, which included a new wardrobe and stage design
2 mins
As India's Bollywood shifts, stars and snappers click
From riding pillion on zooming motorbikes to round-the-clock airport stakeouts, India's celebrity-hunting paparazzi photographers have gone from \"outcasts\" to becoming a key part of Bollywood's vast film industry machine.
2 mins
Cantopop duo Twins take fans down memory lane in their 100th show
Singapore now holds a special place in the career history of Cantopop stars Charlene Choi, 42, and Gillian Chung, 43.
2 mins
Obituary: Actress Olivia Hussey Was 15 When She Starred in Romeo and Juliet
Olivia Hussey, who starred as a teenage Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film Romeo and Juliet, garnering her a Golden Globe, died on Dec. 27 at age 73, her family announced.
1 min
Squid Game 2: Former BigBang Rapper T.O.P Plays Bizarre Version of Himself
The second season of hit Netflix K-drama Squid Game (2021 to present) is not exactly built for laughs, but it serves up plenty of second-hand embarrassment through one singular force: Thanos, Player 230.
2 mins
Netizens skeptical about news of actress Vicki Zhao's divorce
The star of iconic Chinese period drama My Fair Princess (1998 to 1999), Chinese actress Vicki Zhao, has announced her divorce from her China-born Singaporean businessman husband Huang Youlong.
1 min
Yuewen Music Festival blasted for mismanagement
Yuewen Music Festival received scathing reviews from attendees after the first of its three-day event at Siloso Beach, Sentosa, on Dec 28.
3 mins
DONKEY MILK CHEESE A HIT
\"Donkey milk has the taste of love,\" says Mrs Fatiko Basha as she caresses her favourite donkey, Liza, before collecting its milk. It also makes what is reputed to be one of the most expensive cheeses in the world.
2 mins
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