The Straits Times - August 29, 2024
The Straits Times - August 29, 2024
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August 29, 2024
Fall in proportion of older adults with dementia: IMH study
Increased employment and education, lower stroke prevalence behind decrease, it says
3 mins
Key to use resources responsibly, without fiscal fantasies: Chee Hong Tat
After the war between Russia and Ukraine caused a surge in global inflation, the authorities in Singapore dealt with the impact by supporting firms undertaking restructuring efforts, as well as people in the lower- and middle-income groups, said Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat.
5 mins
Chee: Public transport trade-offs need careful management
Goal is to provide greater convenience to the public while keeping costs affordable
3 mins
Japan issues emergency warning as powerful typhoon approaches
Japan issued an emergency warning on Aug 28 as powerful Typhoon Shanshan approached the south-western region with heavy rain and strong winds, prompting Toyota Motor to suspend operations at all its domestic factories.
1 min
New sinkhole opens up in KL near where tourist fell into hole
Malaysia Correspondent KUALA LUMPUR A second sinkhole has appeared in Kuala Lumpur's Jalan Masjid India - just 50m from where the ground opened up on Aug 23 and swallowed an Indian tourist heightening fears about the safety of the popular area.
3 mins
Action being taken to resolve issues at Malaysia Airlines
Transport minister cites mechanical woes, shortage of aircraft maintenance workers
2 mins
US, China agree to expand military talks, advance Al ties
Both sides discuss possible Xi-Biden call but disputes over core issues remain
3 mins
MBS bans former top exec from premises for alleged poaching
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) chief casino officer Andrew MacDonald and another RWS executive have been banned from the premises of Marina Bay Sands (MBS) for reportedly trying to poach high rollers, in what industry experts see as an unprecedented move.
2 mins
PDI-P drops Anies as candidate for Jakarta governor
Former businessman Pramono Anung is party's surprise pick for regional polls
4 mins
S. Korea wants social media platforms to help tackle explicit deepfake content
The South Korean authorities said on Aug 28 that they plan to ask Telegram and other social media platforms to more actively help with the deletion and blocking of sexually explicit deepfake content, part of measures aimed at tackling the growing problem.
1 min
S'pore to play bigger role in Belt and Road project mediation
More Chinese firms likely to solve disputes in Singapore after signing of agreement
2 mins
Malaysia requires mandatory refunds for flights delayed at least 5 hours from Sept
Airlines will soon have to provide mandatory full refunds to passengers of flights delayed for at least five hours or more, said Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
1 min
Israel launches deadly raids on West Bank cities
Armoured vehicles enter refugee camps; Palestinians say Israeli forces killed 10
3 mins
Kursk nuclear plant vulnerable to serious accident if attacked: UN watchdog
A nuclear plant in western Russia, where fighting is raging between Russian and Ukrainian forces, is especially vulnerable to a serious accident because it lacks a protective dome that could shield it from missiles, drones or artillery, the head of the UN nuclear watchdog said on Aug 27.
3 mins
Kremlin dismisses Zelensky's plan to force Russia into ending war
Russia insists fighting will continue; Ukraine leader refuses to compromise with Putin
2 mins
Pacific Islands endorse $354m plan to police region
Funded by Australia, the initiative creates a multi-country force for use during crises
2 mins
PetroSaudi execs jailed for up to 7 years for $2.4 billion IMDB fraud
The Swiss Federal Criminal Court on Aug 28 convicted two executives at an oil exploration company accused of embezzling over US$1.8 billion (S$2.35 billion) from Malaysia's state investment fund 1MDB.
1 min
Harris eroding Trump's edge on economy and crime, poll finds
Donald Trump's advantage over Vice-President Kamala Harris on the economy and crime is eroding among US voters, a sign the Democratic politician's campaign is gathering momentum ahead of the Nov 5 presidential election, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
2 mins
New York City is not banning cellphones in schools just yet
More time needed to work out enforcement and logistics of a ban across 1,500 schools
3 mins
Trump faces revised US indictment in 2020 election subversion case
Donald Trump was hit by a new federal indictment on Aug 27 in his bid to overturn his 2020 election defeat, with prosecutors narrowing their approach after a US Supreme Court ruling that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution.
1 min
Starmer eyes defence deal with Germany to reset ties
Britain to move beyond previous govt's strained ties with Europe to boost growth
2 mins
Singapore's foreign policy: 'We don't take sides, we uphold principles'
Republic's principled and consistent actions based on long-term national interests: Vivian
5 mins
NParks probing case of turtle taken from footpath
The National Parks Board (NParks) is investigating the case of a turtle from a vulnerable species that was spotted in Jurong East Street 24 before it was taken away by a member of the public.
1 min
News outlet Today merging with CNA to become digital weekend magazine
Change from Oct 1; all staff will be offered roles in CNA, says Mediacorp editor-in-chief
3 mins
S'porean who cleared checkpoints using Philippine passport jailed
He did so to circumvent curbs imposed on him as an undischarged bankrupt
3 mins
2 arrested for evading over $292,000 in GST, duty on cigarettes
Two Bangladeshi men were arrested for evading duty and tax during a raid on a Tuas industrial unit by Singapore Customs officers on Aug 24.
1 min
Tokyo-Yokohama still the world's top science-tech cluster: UN
Tokyo-Yokohama remains the world's largest science and technology cluster in 2024, though clusters in middle-income economies are seeing the fastest growth in the innovation sector, the United Nations said on Aug 27.
2 mins
Citigroup sees more Asia-Pac deal-making activity in the coming quarters
Deal-making activity in the Asia-Pacific is set to grow over the coming quarters amid a boom in markets including India, Taiwan and Japan, and a strong pipeline of transactions from China, according to Citigroup's head of investment banking in the Asia-Pacific.
1 min
US consumer confidence increases to six-month high
Positive views of the economy and inflation offset declining optimism about labour market
2 mins
Chemicals giant Evonik opens expanded plant on Jurong Island
Business Correspondent German chemicals giant Evonik opened its expanded facility on Jurong Island on Aug 28.
3 mins
Insurers come under closer MAS watch over reinsurance contracts
Move comes after report by global body flags risks from exposure to alternative assets
2 mins
Pilot shortage threatens Japan's tourism goal
As record numbers of tourists flock to Japan for its world-renowned hospitality, exceptional sushi and ancient shrines, the country's airlines are facing a severe shortage of pilots.
2 mins
S'poreans want online payments to overseas merchants simplified
But survey shows sellers struggle to identify payment modes that best cater to shoppers
3 mins
Kishida's successor faces headwinds in Japan's role as security player
How policies shape up on the foreign and defence fronts may be out of Japan's control.
6 mins
Telegram's hands-off approach to content faces a reckoning
The popular social media platform’s policy choices have allowed abuse to proliferate.
3 mins
There are a bazillion possible Starbucks orders and it's killing the company
The coffee chain is not alone in struggling with the complexity that comes from too many choices.
4 mins
Using fear to sell Al is a bad idea
Constant warnings about the technology's power prime early users for disappointment.
3 mins
BENDIGO BECKONS FOR TRAINER FITZSIMMONS
Aussie handler set for homecoming as Dream Alliance, Ravalli keep Kranji flag flying high
3 mins
CROWN PRIDE, REMAKE EYE KOREA DOUBLE
2023 winners of Seoul's Korea Cup, Sprint among Japanese squad to take on the locals
3 mins
RENDANG RITUAL PAYS OFF
Mika credits regular pre-match meal for his 4 goals in C Div floorball final win
3 mins
Nanyang stand tall to regain C Div volleyball title
There were tears on both sides after the final whistle went at the Singapore University of Technology and Design on Aug 28.
2 mins
CAPITAL BOOST FOR NFL TEAMS
Owners approve private equity investment plan in 'positive development' for US league
3 mins
Sometimes I'm glad I lost my leg, says Jusufovic
Ermin Jusufovic still remembers the moment he woke up in a hospital bed in 1997, over a year after the end of the war in Bosnia.
3 mins
IPC head expects game-changing event in France
The Paris Games will represent a turning point for the Paralympic movement, the International Paralympic Paralympic Committee (IPC) president Andrew Parsons said on the eve of the opening ceremony.
2 mins
SINNER, ALCARAZ IN SLIGHT WOBBLES
Osaka matches stunning outfit to shock 10th seed Ostapenko in emotional return to Big Apple
3 mins
EUROPE'S TOP CLUBS BEGIN NEW JOURNEY
Uefa says revamped Champions League offers thrilling future and better balance
3 mins
'DIFFERENT APPROACH' WITH NO INT'L TIES
Ogura's Lions to play friendlies against JDT, Tampines in September window
3 mins
Multi-million-pound boost for Britain
LONDON Britain's hospitality industry is gearing up for a multimillion-pound boost from the Oasis concerts next summer, after brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher announced plans to reunite for a series of gigs.
2 mins
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