The Straits Times - November 23, 2024
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November 23, 2024
Sector doing well despite challenges
Singapore's hospitality sector has held up well so far, despite challenges such as rising costs for limited land space and a strong Singapore dollar.
1 min
S'pore raises 2024 growth forecast, but sees economy slowing in 2025
Singapore's economy blew past estimates for third-quarter growth, leading the Government to raise its forecast for the full year of 2024.
3 mins
More ways proposed for victims of online harms to seek redress
Suggestions include being able to submit complaints to new agency for timely help
4 mins
S'pore cuts 2024 key exports forecast on weaker-than-expected recovery
Singapore has cut its 2024 full-year forecast for key exports on a worse-than-expected recovery in the second half of 2024.
2 mins
PAP to renew leadership at party conference
SM Lee expected to step down as party chief, paving way for PM Wong to take over
5 mins
Israel's quest for legitimacy, support at new low with ICC arrest warrants
But the ICC's decision also represents a huge political gamble for the global court
3 mins
World leaders split over decision on Netanyahu
PARIS - Israel and its allies have denounced the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to issue an arrest warrant on Nov 21 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while Turkey and rights groups welcomed the move.
2 mins
Explainer What's next for Israeli and Hamas leaders?
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Nov 21 issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli defence chief Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.
3 mins
How measures can help victims of online harms
Victims of certain online harms will have access to a range of measures to seek more timely redress under a new, as yet unnamed agency dedicated to enhancing online safety, the Ministry of Law (MinLaw) and Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) announced on Nov 22.
2 mins
S'porean woman being investigated for suspected terrorism-related activities
A Singaporean woman is being investigated for alleged involvement in suspected terrorism-related activities.
1 min
MOM's new migrant worker dorm a big step forward, but long road ahead
It's now on sector to follow MOM's lead, listen to workers, go beyond new standards
5 mins
Trump picks Pam Bondi for A-G after Matt Gaetz withdraws
Former Florida attorney-general tapped to head Justice Department
3 mins
Nominee for education secretary named in WWE sexual abuse suit
NEW YORK - Ms Linda McMahon, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for education secretary, has been accused in a recent lawsuit of failing to stop a ringside announcer for WWE from grooming and sexually abusing children in the 1980s and 1990s.
1 min
S'porean in S. Korea in vegetative state after gastroscopy
Couple had planned to move to S'pore in June before fateful medical procedure
4 mins
All Johor employees to get two-hour break on Fridays
Starting in 2025, both the public and private sectors in Johor will be required to allocate a two-hour break for their employees on Fridays, said Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
1 min
N. Korea, Russia expand trade, scientific and economic cooperation
PYONGYANG - North Korea and Russia concluded a ministerial meeting in Pyongyang on Nov 20 aimed at expanding cooperation in the trade, economic, scientific and technological sectors, at a critical moment when global attention is focused on what Pyongyang might gain in return for dispatching troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine.
2 mins
Putin says Ukraine war has gone 'global', hints at strikes on the West
His address to nation follows test-firing of a new intermediate-range missile at Ukraine
4 mins
US slaps sanctions on Russian banks over Ukraine war
WASHINGTON - The US unveiled sanctions on dozens of Russian banks on Nov 21 - including the largest remaining one yet to face such action - over the war in Ukraine.
1 min
Taiwan's President Lai to visit Tuvalu, Palau and Marshall Islands
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit Taipei's three remaining diplomatic allies in the Pacific on a trip starting at the end of the month, his office said on Nov 22, but the government declined to give details on US transit stops.
2 mins
Iran to expand nuke centrifuges after spat with UN watchdog
TEHRAN - Iran said it will increase the number of centrifuges in its nuclear programme in response to a censure by the UN's nuclear watchdog, ratcheting up tensions with the West just days after it signaled a willingness to ease them.
1 min
Second Aussie tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos
Death toll hits six; victims apparently drank tainted alcohol in backpacker hostel
2 mins
Malaysian minister urges strong climate finance commitment
He also pushes for more focus on adaptation instead of mitigation at COP29
4 mins
Study finds potentially toxic by-product from water disinfectant
WASHINGTON - A group of chemical compounds used to disinfect water for one-third of the US population and millions of others globally produces a potentially toxic by-product, according to research published on Nov 21, sparking calls for an immediate investigation into possible health impacts.
1 min
Thai court rejects case against Thaksin in reprieve for premier
BANGKOK - Thailand's Constitutional Court dismissed a complaint against former premier Thaksin Shinawatra and his family-backed ruling party, a major reprieve for his daughter's government, which is less than three months old.
1 min
S. Korea tax dodger hides money in kimchi boxes
SEOUL - Nearly 700 high-income tax evaders have been uncovered in South Korea, with one of them found hiding millions of won in kimchi containers and another driving a Rolls-Royce while dodging taxes.
1 min
How Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme unfolded
US authorities say he bribed officials in India to secure deals for solar power
4 mins
70 stricken with gastrointestinal illness on month-long cruise
Seventy people on a Princess Cruises vessel suffered diarrhoea and vomiting, among other symptoms, during a month-long voyage from Singapore to Los Angeles.
2 mins
US security agency chief urges industry to cooperate to root out telco hackers
He seeks detailed disclosure of breaches in bid to tackle China-linked infiltration
2 mins
Nationwide study to screen children for conditions like ADHD, depression
IMH-led initiative seeks to track 40,000 households for up to 10 years
4 mins
New traffic system helps SCDF's ambulances reach hospitals faster
Amid busy traffic one morning in September, a woman who suffered a cardiac arrest was being taken by an ambulance to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH) in Jurong East.
2 mins
Bus driver dies after accident in Kaki Bukit; 5 passengers injured
An SBS Transit bus driver died after his vehicle was involved in an accident in Kaki Bukit on Nov 21.
1 min
Poly, ITE grads who take up SkillsFuture work-study programmes earn more
Study finds they enjoy wage premium over peers who head straight to work
2 mins
Public warned against using sexual enhancement 'candy'
It is also installing solar panels to meet over half the power needs at its hub here
1 min
FedEx buys 31 electric vans in move to electrify delivery fleet
It is also installing solar panels to meet over half the power needs at its hub here
2 mins
Jail for woman who scammed people over concert tickets
A woman who wanted to earn fast cash duped people into buying concert tickets from her, including for shows by popular artistes Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran.
2 mins
2 police centres in Yishun to merge on Dec 18
There will be one fewer police centre come Dec 18 as Yishun North Neighbourhood Police Centre (NPC) merges with the Yishun South station.
1 min
Opera troupes take on scams and more in light-hearted videos
5 public service videos feature excerpts adapted with a twist from Chinese operas
3 mins
Two flash floods amid record rainfall in the north
A massive afternoon deluge on Nov 22 triggered two flash floods and numerous flood risk warnings across the island in one of Singapore's heaviest downpours in 40 years.
1 min
S'pore stocks rise as GDP growth for third quarter beats forecasts
STI climbs 0.2% as Republic raises full-year growth forecast Across broader market, gainers outnumber losers 265 to 251 Regional markets end mixed amid global uncertainty
1 min
Adani shares extend losses, with $44b rout on US charges
Stocks and bonds of India's Adani Group dropped for a second day on Nov 22 after a US arrest warrant was issued for its billionaire founder Gautam Adani over an alleged US$265 million (S$356.7 million) bribery scheme.
1 min
China's richest man slams 2 internet giants after Nongfu shares are battered
He accuses PDD of instigating price war and ByteDance of fanning online vitriol
2 mins
Ford to cut more jobs in Europe as EV transition falters
FRANKFURT - Ford Motor will look to eliminate another 4,000 positions in Europe, further retrenching from a region where the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is losing traction industrywide.
1 min
Kering founder crashes out of world's 100 richest amid struggles at Gucci
Luxury group expects lowest profit in years as its biggest brand faces weaker demand
2 mins
Trump's return could extend US stocks' dominance over global rivals
NEW YORK - US stocks are extending their lead over global peers and some investors believe that dominance could grow if President-elect Donald Trump can implement his economic platform without becoming mired in a full-blown trade war or ballooning US deficit.
3 mins
Swedish firms in Singapore upbeat about stronger ties
More tie-ups could boost efforts in sustainability, security, innovation
3 mins
Euro zone business activity shrinks in November, flash data shows
Business activity in the euro zone contracted for the second time in three months in November, as weak demand saw companies facing challenges securing orders, a closely watched survey showed on Nov 22.
1 min
Group that runs Dulwich College International now backed by investment firm Hillhouse
The education group that owns and runs Dulwich College International is now backed by Singapore-headquartered asset manager Hillhouse Investment.
1 min
More Asian businesses, family offices increasing US allocation
They are optimistic equities, real estate will benefit from Trump's pro-business policies
3 mins
AirAsia founder plans low-cost Dubai-like hubs in Bangkok, KL
AirAsia hopes to emulate Dubai's success in connecting the world, but in a low-cost format from places like Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, as the budget carrier looks to move on from its tumultuous pandemic years.
1 min
S'pore hotels see occupancy rate of over 80% in Sept despite challenges
Republic remains region's top choice for meetings amid strong S$, high costs
4 mins
Air pollution may be linked to eczema
It appears that PM2.5 may interact with our skin's immune responses in ways we are only beginning to understand.
3 mins
Trump may be right about Ukraine's endgame
If they play their cards well, leaders across Europe can exert leverage on America over how to end the war.
4 mins
Hawker culture: The missing ingredient is our willingness to pay
Nostalgia over hawker culture may have trapped us into an outdated view that hawker fare must always be very cheap.
8 mins
'I wouldn't be where I am without bumiputera rights'
MALAYSIA'S YOUNG MALAYS ON RACE AND PRIVILEGE
10+ mins
Electric elephants and live-stream prayers: Faith goes high-tech
These are just some of the ways that Hinduism is adopting technology like never before.
6 mins
Questioning all set to give the right answers
Nov 23 South Africa (Kenilworth/Turffontein) form analysis
4 mins
HOT IRISH HOOP IN SUMMER CUP
South Africa's richest race gets boost from star jockey Oisin Murphy's hit-and-run visit
2 mins
YOUNG CHAMPION EYES THIRD WIN
Nov 24 Hong Kong (Sha Tin) form analysis
4 mins
Emotion, errors and an education: Chess legend V. Anand recalls his first time
The first time can be a trying time. The first time in the biggest final - Wimbledon, the Olympic 100m - can carry the scent of intimidation.
3 mins
Ohtani grateful to Dodgers after third career MVP award
LOS ANGELES - Shohei Ohtani of World Series champions the Los Angeles Dodgers has unanimously been named the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP), while New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge took home the American League honors in similar fashion on Nov 21.
2 mins
A TABLE WITH SINGAPORE ROOTS
Local company using wood sourced here for piece of world chess c'ship history
2 mins
NORRIS ADMITS TITLE RACE OVER
He wasn't ready to challenge Verstappen in 2024 but has gained championship nous
2 mins
Late Wagner magic punishes wasteful Lakers
LOS ANGELES - Franz Wagner was not bothered by the hostile crowd, draining a three-pointer with three seconds left as the Orlando Magic ended the Los Angeles Lakers' unbeaten home record with a dramatic 119-118 win on Nov 21.
2 mins
Leader An does not sweat big purse
MIAMI - An Na-rin claimed she was not feeling any pressure, as she fired a bogey-free eight-under 64 to seize a one-stroke lead after the opening round of the LPGA's season-ending Tour Championship on Nov 21.
2 mins
Berrettini carried me, says Sinner
MALAGA - World No. 1 Jannik Sinner triumphed in singles and what he called a \"must-win\" doubles on Nov 21 to help Davis Cup holders Italy beat Argentina 2-1 to reach the semi-finals.
2 mins
Stags' attacking quality to the fore in 5-0 hammering
They had already dropped points to bottom-half sides Brunei DPMM, Hougang United and Young Lions in the nine-team Singapore Premier League (SPL) in a madcap second round.
2 mins
AMINA, 17, TO KEEP PUSHING
Egyptian prodigy is honoured by comparisons with world No. 1
3 mins
Maresca aims to outfox familiar foes Leicester
LONDON - Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is excited to tackle Leicester City, the club he guided into the English Premier League last season, but the Blues will be without captain Reece James who has been sidelined with injury again.
2 mins
I COULD NOT QUIT ON CITY NOW: PEP
He inks 2-year extension amid mini-slump after U-turn on plan to leave at season's end
3 mins
Achilles issue sees Yeo end season with q-final loss
Battling pain from an Achilles injury, Yeo Jia Min's run at the US$1.15m (S$1.55m) China Masters ended with a 21-14, 21-17 loss to Thailand's world No. 10 Supanida Katethong in the women's singles quarter-finals on Nov 22.
2 mins
A GOOD CAMPAIGN ENDS
Singapore's Pang, Quek ousted in WTT Finals last four by world No. 6 pair
3 mins
BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
More stores celebrate retail event earlier to help shoppers beat crowds, bag bargains
5 mins
Global Design Journey to the capital of ceramics
China's Jingdezhen has been making porcelain wares for more than 2,000 years
3 mins
Train To Pakistan may be 2024's most important show
Theatre entertains. Often, it makes people feel. Occasionally, it harbours an urgent message both important and timely, especially impactful when one least expects it.
2 mins
Subtle serenity
Newly-weds pick clean, functional Japandi aesthetic for their HDB flat
2 mins
Wish come true for BYD buyers with families
The M6 is the first mid-sized electric seven-seater to be available here
4 mins
Timeless Velar refreshed with hybrid engine
The model by Range Rover is relaxing to drive, but the controls feel lighter and less direct than those of its rivals
3 mins
Entrepreneur rediscovers her need for speed
Ms Janice Oo lives out the famous line from the 1986 Hollywood flick, Top Gun, when the lead character \"Maverick\", played by Tom Cruise, declared: \"I feel the need, the need for speed.\"
3 mins
Striking scenes from abstract triptych in Puppet Origin Stories
A wilfully abstract triptych of stories that make up the third edition of Puppet Origin Stories will frustrate the theatregoer in search of meaning, but delight those who can surrender to the weird and affecting visual scenes crafted on stage.
2 mins
Kim Soo-hyun samples local food and finds it 'very satisfying'
The K-drama star is here to promote his new series as part of Disney's showcase of upcoming Asian titles
1 min
K-pop CD output draws fire as plastic waste talks loom
SEOUL - K-pop music may be South Korea's buzziest export, but the industry needlessly creates mountains of plastic in its home market by churning out CDs that most fans do not even listen to, critics say.
2 mins
Percival Everett wins US National Book Award for fiction
American author Percival Everett won the US National Book Award for fiction on Nov 20 for his novel James, a propulsive and slyly funny retelling of American writer Mark Twain's Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn (1884) from the perspective of Huck's companion, an enslaved man named James.
2 mins
Actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for staged attack overturned
American actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for fabricating a racist and homophobic hate crime in Chicago in 2019 was overturned on Nov 21 on due process grounds.
1 min
Actress Yvonne Lim returning to Singapore after 10 years in Taiwan
Singaporean actress Yvonne Lim is ready for a new chapter in her life. The 48-year-old announced on social media on Nov 21 that she has opened a YouTube channel.
2 mins
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