The Straits Times - September 13, 2024
The Straits Times - September 13, 2024
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In this issue
September 13, 2024
Pope commends inclusiveness, support for the vulnerable in S'pore
Pontiff hopes for special attention to be paid to poor and elderly, and to protect dignity of migrant workers
4 mins
Deployed in 72 hours: S'pore's new WHO-certified emergency medical team
The next time a major earthquake or cyclone hits the region, Singapore will be able to deploy a World Health Organisation (WHO)-certified emergency medical team (EMT) within 72 hours, reflecting the Republic's strengthened humanitarian and disaster response capabilities.
3 mins
Thai PM Paetongtarn opts for continuity in key economic policies
BANGKOK Continuity was a key theme when Thailand's new prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Sept 12 presented her government's policy proposals before Parliament.
3 mins
SIT class of 2023: Starting salaries up, with tech grads earning the most
$4k median gross monthly salary highest ever reported for SIT graduates: Survey
3 mins
Harris and Trump meet again at 9/11 memorial day after debate
Solemn display of unity a stark contrast to fiery televised encounter the night before
3 mins
Japan's ruling party kicks off PM race with record 9 candidates
Japan may soon get its youngest leader or first woman in the nation's top job, as a record nine candidates are in the fight to succeed Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
3 mins
'Once in a lifetime'
Crowd of 50,000 people gather at National Stadium for Pope Francis’ mass
5 mins
Pope Francis calls on President Tharman, meets PM Wong after ceremonial welcome
The visiting Pope Francis began his second day in Singapore with a ceremonial welcome held at Parliament House.
3 mins
People arrive as early as 10am for event
They came as early as 10am, hundreds of Catholic faithful streaming into Kallang.
2 mins
PN targets winning Pahang in next Malaysian general election
Opposition pact wants Umno stronghold added to its stable of four Malay-belt states
4 mins
Ng Eng Hen meets China's top military official, reaffirms defence ties
Singapore's Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen met China's top-ranking military official, General Zhang Youxia, in Beijing on Sept 12 to reaffirm bilateral defence ties and discuss ways to deepen practical cooperation.
1 min
Millions in S-E Asia struggling in aftermath of typhoon
Death toll passes 200 amid widespread flooding, power cuts and deadly landslides
3 mins
UN chief blasts lack of accountability for killing of aid workers
He urges probe into their deaths in Gaza; describes current state of world as chaotic
4 mins
Hamas says it's ready to implement ceasefire without new conditions
The Palestinian Hamas group said on Sept 11 that its negotiators reiterated its readiness to implement an \"immediate\" ceasefire with Israel in Gaza based on a previous US proposal without new conditions from any party.
1 min
Key moment for Ukraine with US poised to lift missile curbs
Move vital amid risk of balance of power in the war turning decisively in Russia’s favour
4 mins
Former Peruvian president Fujimori dies, aged 86
Strongman leader jailed for human rights abuses had long battle with cancer’
4 mins
Tech billionaire, SpaceX engineer make history with first private spacewalk
A billionaire and an engineer made history on Sept 12, performing the world's first spacewalk by civilians, a feat Nasa hailed as a \"giant leap forward\" for the commercial space industry.
1 min
Therapeutic garden opens in West Coast Park
Features include seniors’ zone, play area for kids and community space
2 mins
SM Lee hosts Brunei Crown Prince to dinner, lauds strong bilateral partnership
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong hosted visiting Brunei Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah and his delegation to a welcome dinner on Sept 11.
1 min
LTA awards $522m in contracts for roadworks in Changi
Works to start in fourth quarter, will serve new developments in area such as future T5
3 mins
Faber Walk private housing site up for sale
It is first GLS site in the area since Feb 2018; project has direct access to park connector
2 mins
Oracle staff to stop using passwords as security measure
By 2025, employees of tech giant Oracle will no longer log into the American company's systems using passwords.
2 mins
S'pore firms must step up to counter deepfake threats, say experts
Businesses here are mostly underprepared amid tech’s rapid advancement, they warn
5 mins
GIC, Temasek reportedly in talks to invest in Midea IPO in HK
Singapore's GIC and Temasek are considering investing in Midea Group's Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO), according to Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter.
2 mins
NTU, Alibaba set up corporate lab to help firms go greener
Up to 200 scientists, engineers in public and private sectors to work together
3 mins
IHH Healthcare eyes growth in S'pore, Hong Kong as it expands
Group on track to open multiple clinics, care facilities in both markets by 2028
3 mins
How Huawei and Apple swung and missed for Chinese consumers
The Chinese tech giant's triptych device is trying to steal the iPhone maker's thunder, but the showdown leaves no winners among consumers.
3 mins
Why Taylor Swift's support could win the race for Kamala Harris
Celebrities do not change people’s minds. But enough of the army of young female Swifties might come out to vote.
5 mins
Have bus-only pass for commuters who do not travel by rail
I read about the impending public transport fare increase and am concerned about the sustainability of the ever-increasing cost of operations.
1 min
Healthcare.Make more effort to take care of the elderly's needs
I refer to the Opinion piece by Dr Tan Kok Yang on the difficulties of taking care of senior patients (As seniors become caregivers to seniors, can doctors lighten their load?, Sept 5).
1 min
GREATHAM BOY TAKES 1,400M GAMBLE
Distance is a query, but last-start closing third over 1,200m suggests otherwise
2 mins
PACIFIC VAMPIRE GOES SCARY FAST
Trainer Ong makes a morning clean sweep with Major King, Angel Baby winning, too
3 mins
MCLAREN READY TO OVERTAKE
With upgraded car, they go into Baku race trailing leaders Red Bull by just eight points
2 mins
Alcaraz 'stays tough' to help Spain to winning start
Positivity was the key for Carlos Alcaraz, as he returned to action after his shock US Open loss to help Spain get off to a winning start in the Davis Cup on Sept 11.
2 mins
MAJOR STATUS IN SYDNEY'S SIGHTS
Race director confident Sept I5 marathon ready to become 7th leg in elite series
2 mins
Suaalii confident he can make Wallabies squad
Australian rugby's high-priced recruit Joseph Suaalii has not been paying much attention to the Wallabies' plight while finishing up with the Sydney Roosters but expects to be included on the season-ending tour of Europe with Joe Schmidt's team.
1 min
We are Solheim Cup underdogs: Europe captain
Less than 12 months ago, Europe hoisted the Solheim Cup after holding the United States to a 14-14 tie. The Europeans retained their title after winning it narrowly in 2019 and 2021.
2 mins
BRAYDEN BOUNCES BACK
Teen wins Asia Junior title after slow return from injury, ready to tackle upcoming events
2 mins
Pulisic urges Poch to bring back fighting spirit
If Mauricio Pochettino was pondering what his focus should be when he takes charge of the United States for the first time, his captain Christian Pulisic promptly provided him with the answer.
2 mins
TEN HAG IS TOO NEGATIVE: RONALDO
Ex-Red Devil says a United boss should not rule out winning EPL or Champions League
2 mins
Mbappe rejects league mediation over salary
Kylian Mbappe's entourage said on Sept 11 they had refused the French football league's (LFP) offer to act as a mediator between the France captain and his former club Paris Saint-Germain, in their dispute over unpaid wages and bonuses for the forward.
2 mins
GOOGLE GETS ON BOARD
Tech giant will help fund World Chess Championship in S’pore in landmark deal
2 mins
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