The Straits Times - December 03, 2024
The Straits Times - December 03, 2024
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December 03, 2024
S'pore's factory output expands in Nov
Singapore's manufacturing sector expanded in November, with the purchasing managers' index (PMI) rising to 51 points, up from 50.8 a month earlier.
1 min
More special education graduates progressing to work or further studies
They also earn higher incomes, narrowing the wage gap with the general workforce
3 mins
New COP29 deal could help developing nations set stronger targets: Fu
The new climate finance target agreed upon at UN climate conference COP29 will provide developing countries with capital to implement their green plans, and could help them set more ambitious emissions-cutting goals when new targets are due in 2025.
3 mins
Central kitchens for schools will improve quality control: Minister
Getting schools to cater meals from central kitchens will make it easier to ensure the quality of food, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing.
2 mins
Dip in positive sentiments towards people with disabilities: Report
This was mainly due to dip at the workplace; positive attitudes linked to frequent contact
3 mins
US President Biden pardons son Hunter in bombshell U-turn
WASHINGTON - US President Joe Biden said on Dec 1 he had pardoned his son Hunter Biden, a reversal after pledging to stay out of the legal proceedings against the younger Biden who pleaded guilty to tax violations and was convicted of firearm-related charges.
3 mins
Mixing family and politics shakes public trust in US presidency
Pardon for Biden's son, posts for Trump's in-laws raise eyebrows, if not hackles
5 mins
Singaporeans invited to share their views on upcoming Budget 2025
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has invited Singaporeans to share their views for the upcoming Budget, which is slated to be presented in February 2025.
2 mins
Woman's body found in Dover flat; man able to help with probe has left S'pore
The body of a 30-year-old woman was found inside an HDB flat in Dover on Dec 2.
1 min
News analysis In Syria, a war that never ended is tearing the country apart
New bloodbath involves groups sponsored by foreign powers and radical Islamists
4 mins
At least 25 killed in Syria's rebel territory as army, Russian jets strike
At least 25 people were killed in north-western Syria in air strikes carried out by the Syrian government and Russia, the Syrian opposition-run rescue service known as the White Helmets said early on Dec 2.
3 mins
MCA turns to business matchmaking with China to stay afloat politically
KUALA LUMPUR - After nearly two decades of dwindling political influence, the once-mighty Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) seems to have returned to its roots as a business chamber by hosting a Malaysia-China forum on Dec 2.
3 mins
No need to review raw water rate with S'pore: KL deputy minister
Supply still needed given proliferation of data centres, semiconductor plants in Johor
3 mins
Najib says $18.2m a donation from late Saudi King
Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak told the Kuala Lumpur High Court that he had believed RM60.6 million (S$18.2 million) received in his personal AmIslamic Bank account were donations from the late Saudi King which he deemed as \"financial assistance\".
1 min
Philippine V-P faces bid to impeach her over corruption
She is also accused of violating the Constitution and betraying public trust
3 mins
Immigration officers at Johor-S'pore entry points to wear body cams
KUALA LUMPUR - Front-line immigration officers at entry points managing crossings with Singapore will soon don body-worn cameras to curb corruption, said Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah.
1 min
Taiwan a trusted partner for high-tech sector: President Lai
TAIPEI - Taiwan's partnership with the US is a source of strength for the high-tech industry, including the semiconductor sector, and shows the island is a trusted and reliable partner, President Lai Ching-te told a think-tank in Hawaii.
2 mins
S. Korea's govt agencies get glow-up from content creation
In South Korea, the typically not-so-interesting image of state-run organizations and local governments is getting a glow-up, thanks to a growing wave of meme-worthy content that they create.
2 mins
'Black hole' Russian submarine spotted in Philippine waters
Incident could be Moscow signalling willingness to help Beijing in S. China Sea dispute
3 mins
Thailand, Malaysia could face more floods this week
Malaysia and Thailand are facing a second wave of heavy rain and potential flooding this week, the authorities said on Dec 2, even as some displaced residents were able to return home and the worst floods in decades began receding in some areas.
1 min
Praise pours in for compassionate acts of Malaysians amid floods
Amid one of the most devastating floods in Malaysia that displaced over 100,000 people, two online videos that display resilience and compassion have caught the attention of many netizens.
2 mins
India looks at promoting seaplanes to boost air connectivity
Its geography is ideal for such flights, but there is uncertainty over financial viability
5 mins
Dozens killed in crowd crush at Guinea soccer match
A controversial refereeing decision sparked violence and a crush at a soccer match in Guinea, killing 56 people, according to a provisional toll, the government said on Dec 2, as a witness described scenes of chaos.
1 min
Israel carrying out ethnic cleansing in Gaza, says ex-minister
Former defence chief accuses his country of war crimes, says it aims to build settlements
2 mins
At least 15 killed as Israeli forces bombard homes in north Gaza
CAIRO - Israeli forces bombarded houses in overnight attacks in the northern Gaza Strip, killing at least 15 people in one of the buildings in the town of Beit Lahiya, Palestinian medics said on Dec 2.
2 mins
Wars, regional tensions boost sales for major arms companies: Report
Sales by major arms makers were boosted in 2023 by wars in Ukraine and Gaza and tensions in Asia, with marked increases for manufacturers based in Russia and the Middle East, a report said on Dec 2.
2 mins
German Chancellor unveils new military aid for Ukraine on Kyiv trip
BERLIN - German Chancellor Olaf Scholz unveiled €650 million (S$920 million) of new military aid as he visited Kyiv on Dec 2, vowing Berlin would remain Ukraine's biggest backer in Europe at a crucial moment in the war, with US President-elect Donald Trump set to return to the White House.
2 mins
Canada will tighten border controls, Trudeau tells Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised US President-elect Donald Trump that Canada would toughen controls over the long undefended joint border, a senior Canadian official said on Dec 1.
1 min
Denmark to roll out world's first 'fart and burp tax' on livestock
Denmark, known for its inventive restaurants and elegant design studios, is about to become known for something more basic: the world's first belch and manure tax.
4 mins
Trump picks businessman as adviser on Arab, Mid-East affairs
Billionaire had role in expanding Trump's appeal to Arab American and Muslim voters
4 mins
ComfortDelGro fixes commission it charges cabbies at 70 cents
Flat rate per booking for 3 months to boost supply during school break, festive period
2 mins
Catch US-inspired Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay
At the heart of the Flower Dome in Gardens by the Bay (GBTB), miniature model trains traverse tracks of various kinds, such as complex railroads, loops and overhead trails spanning more than 100m, bringing cheer to the festive season.
2 mins
MPA urges vigilance when out at sea during monsoon season
Those participating in water sports and other activities out at sea have been urged to remain vigilant during the current north-east monsoon season, which is set to continue until March.
2 mins
Drones deployed by police in anti-vice raid in Little India
Seven men aged between 23 and 61 arrested for suspected vice activities at shophouse
2 mins
Outstanding Scouts and Guides receive awards from President
The Scouts was not 18-year-old Lin Chuan Yu's first choice for a co-curricular activity group when he started Secondary 1 at River Valley High School.
3 mins
Attack on priest: Suspect to be taken back to the church for investigations
The State Courts have granted permission for the man charged with attacking a priest with a knife to be taken to the scene of the crime, St Joseph's Church in Bukit Timah.
1 min
Woman who drove off with cyclist on car gets short detention order
Judge notes other incidents in her driving history, imposes 12-month disqualification
3 mins
Man fined $1.5m for evading duty, GST on 427 imported vehicles
A 44-year-old man involved in various vehicle businesses has been fined $1.5 million for fraudulent evasion of duty and goods and services tax (GST) on 427 motor vehicles imported into Singapore between January 2019 and October 2020.
2 mins
Expect drier days this week, but rain to return in 2nd week of Dec
People can momentarily tuck their brollies away, with drier days forecast in Singapore for the first week of December. But rainy weather is expected to return in the second week.
1 min
Singapore stocks close higher, tracking gains on Asian bourses
STI rises 0.3 per cent or 12.06 points to 3,751.35 | Advancers lead decliners 328 to 192 in broader market | Shanghai Composite gains 1.1 per cent to top region
1 min
Nissan CEO oversees worst stock performance in five decades
Mr Makoto Uchida's five-year anniversary as president and chief executive of Nissan Motor is little cause for celebration among shareholders.
2 mins
Stellantis CEO abruptly quits as US Jeep, Ram sales falter
Firm which has lost some 40% of value this year will seek new CEO in first half of 2025
3 mins
Bulgari eyes India for growth as China luxury market weakens
LVMH-owned jeweler Bulgari is looking to India to mitigate the effects of faltering luxury demand in China amid an economic slowdown.
1 min
Mercedes reportedly using Momenta software to spur China comeback
Mercedes-Benz is betting on China's Momenta to help it win back market share in the world's biggest auto market, with plans for fresh investment and at least four future models to use the autonomous driving startup's software, three sources with knowledge of the matter said.
2 mins
SingPost to divest Australian business at $870m enterprise value
Singapore Post has entered into a share purchase agreement to divest its Australian business at an enterprise value of A$1 billion (S$870 million).
1 min
OpenAI's Altman confident Trump will keep US in AI lead
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman on Dec 1 expressed confidence that US President-elect Donald Trump's administration would support the artificial intelligence (AI) sector to ensure the US and its allies continue to lead it.
1 min
Musk urges court to block OpenAI's for-profit conversion
Without court intervention, OpenAI would crush its rivals, including his xAI, he says
1 min
Temasek among cornerstone investors for LeapFrog's latest fund
Temasek is among the cornerstone investors for the latest fund from LeapFrog Investments, a private equity firm that focuses on sustainability-related investments in emerging markets.
2 mins
China's factory activity growth hits 5-month high in November
New orders boost production and outlook amid signs of stimulus effect
2 mins
Factory growth in India cools on price pressures
India's factory growth cooled in November yet maintained a strong pace, leading to significantly improved optimism despite demand easing a bit due to higher price pressures, a business survey found.
1 min
Japan's manufacturing output falls at fastest pace in eight months
Japan's factory activity shrank at the fastest pace in eight months in November as soft demand prompted firms to trim production, a private sector survey showed on Dec 2.
1 min
South Korea's factories get a boost from strong Asia demand
SEOUL - South Korea's factory activity rose in November, after two straight months of declines, thanks to improving demand in Asia, a private sector survey showed on Dec 2.
1 min
JPMorgan handed $2.4m penalty for relationship managers' misconduct
JPMorgan Chase Bank has been fined $2.4 million by regulators for its relationship managers' misconduct.
1 min
Singapore joins regional race to get ahead of Trump's proposed tariffs
PMI's November rise to 51 suggests that manufacturers are front-loading output
3 mins
Low-key warfare: When foreign powers snip your internet cables
Broken data cables in the Baltic Sea may feel distant, but they are a reminder of South-east Asia's own vulnerabilities.
5 mins
Trump is playing high-stakes poker on tariffs
Donald Trump isn't even president yet, but the world is already locked into a dysfunctional dance with him.
3 mins
How we can tackle the world's three 'long challenges'
It requires rebuilding collective belief in the future.
10 mins
Teens and their devices: Bans are not the best way to go
Knee-jerk calls to restrict social media use among young people can backfire. There are other ways to help teens.
7 mins
Campaign poster ● Artwork can be more inclusive
Singapore's Move Lite Movement encourages citizens to walk, cycle or take public transport to promote environmental sustainability while keeping active.
1 min
Universities ● Goal is to produce deep thinkers in the age of AI
I refer to the Opinion piece \"AI's challenge to universities: What happens when EQ trumps IQ?\" (Nov 28).
1 min
Almost a victim of same scam tactics as those in $1.19m case
Recently, I almost fell prey to scammers in a similar situation as that described by \"Grace\" (\"I don't want to know how much I've lost\": Scam victim who transferred $1.19m to syndicate, Nov 30).
1 min
HABIB WINS SECOND SUMMER CUP
Atticus Finch gives ex-Kranji-based jockey and trainer Laird double in SA's richest race
3 mins
Heather's Boy can keep winning run going
Dec 3 South Africa (Turffontein) form analysis
2 mins
BRANDENBURG SCORES THIRD WIN IN A ROW
Trainer Peter Lee enjoys a good day at office with hat-trick of wins at his Ipoh home base
3 mins
Dual-gender Australian Open faces challenges
MELBOURNE - Australian Open winners Ryggs Johnston and Shin Ji-yai hoisted their men and women's trophies alongside each other in front of healthy crowds at Melbourne's Kingston Heath on Dec 1, but the future of the dual-gender event remains up in the air.
2 mins
MITCHELL LEADS CAVALIERS TO 'STATEMENT' WIN
Star guard takes over in fourth quarter to down Celtics, keep Cleveland top in East
3 mins
Rising star Shnaider looks to brighter future
BENGALURU - Diana Shnaider's four WTA titles in a breakthrough season took her to the brink of the top 10 in the world and suggested the Russian might soon become known for a lot more than her trademark polka dot bandanas.
2 mins
Ecclestone to sell collection of 69 F1 cars
Former Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone is selling off what has been billed as the greatest collection of grand prix cars ever assembled.
2 mins
HASSAN, TEBOGO RUN AWAY WITH AWARDS
Olympic champions are Athletes of the Year after fruitful 2024; Sawe triumphs on debut
2 mins
Ireland in 'pretty good shape' in post-Sexton era
PARIS - Two-time defending Six Nations rugby champions Ireland are in \"good shape\", though it is disappointing that the question of who should fill the pivotal fly-half role vacated by Johnny Sexton is yet to be settled a year on, former Irish international Hugo MacNeill told AFP.
2 mins
Off-track turmoil a blemish on stunning F1 season
While the on-track action in Formula One these days continues to thrill with the closeness of qualifying times and some pretty decent racing, matters behind the scenes threaten to move the sport closer to conflict with its governing body.
3 mins
CALL FOR REVIEW OF TOUGH PENALTY
McLaren slam severe punishment for Norris in Qatar that affects constructors' title fight
3 mins
Stick to racing, FIA chief tells F1 drivers in latest spat
International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has told Formula One drivers to mind their own business, after they asked where money from race fines was going and why senior figures had left the governing body.
2 mins
Fiorentina player 'awake and alert' after collapse
Fiorentina said on Dec 2 that their midfielder Edoardo Bove is \"awake and alert\" in hospital after collapsing during their Serie A match against Inter Milan the previous day.
1 min
CITY AT SIXES AND SEVENS AMID SLUMP
Guardiola vows to find solutions after comprehensive 2-0 defeat by Liverpool
3 mins
Reds close to perfection but want more: Slot
LIVERPOOL - Liverpool had to put in a near-flawless performance to defeat old rivals Manchester City, who have so often thwarted their league title ambitions, manager Arne Slot said on Dec 1.
2 mins
In chess, a fan and a legend get to meet on a board
It's Saturday afternoon and John Chan, 32, is possibly in a joyous daze.
3 mins
LIONESSES' LAST CHANCE
They must win third-place play-off to qualify for AFF Women's C'ship
2 mins
Beyond the Angkor Wat
From lotus farms to a colourful circus, Cambodia's Siem Reap is a city with much to offer
4 mins
The road ahead for S'pore tourism
Singapore Tourism Board chief weighs in on upcoming attractions, staying competitive and creating value for tourists
6 mins
KRU first Malaysian act to use AI for music video
Malaysian music group KRU have unveiled Voodoo, the first single and music video from their upcoming album Kaset.
1 min
Shaw Theatres to close cinema at The Seletar Mall
Shaw Theatres will close its cineplex at The Seletar Mall on Dec 15, it announced via a press statement on Dec 2.
1 min
Moana 2 sails to $495m debut at global box office
LOS ANGELES - Walt Disney's animated musical Moana 2 debuted with an estimated US$368 million (S$495 million) in global ticket sales through Dec 1, and combined with Wicked and Gladiator II to deliver the biggest Thanksgiving weekend in American and Canadian box-office history.
2 mins
Titoudao actress Koe Yeet is engaged
Wedding bells are set to ring for Malaysian actress Koe Yeet.
1 min
Conservationist Robert Irwin pays tribute to late father as he turns 21
Australian conservationist, TV personality and wildlife photographer Robert Irwin marked his 21st birthday on Dec 1 with a touching tribute to his late father Steve Irwin.
1 min
COFFEE AND A LOOK AT NORTH KOREA
For anyone curious about civilian life in North Korea, Starbucks is offering its customers in the south a peek into the world's most reclusive country while sipping a favourite brew.
2 mins
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