The Straits Times - September 18, 2024
The Straits Times - September 18, 2024
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In this issue
September 18, 2024
Public service must stay impartial as it renews ties with new leaders: SM Lee
Good policies and good politics remain vital amid a changing world, he says
4 mins
Two workers killed in accident at North-South Corridor worksite
A local site engineer and a Bangladeshi construction worker died on Sept 17 after they were struck by heavy machinery at a worksite in Lentor Avenue for the upcoming North-South Corridor.
2 mins
Foreign-owned firms in Singapore employ 60% of high-earning residents
Figure underscores importance of attracting foreign investments to boost local workforce: MOM
4 mins
Scale of foreign companies' work requires higher skills, say experts
Foreign-owned firms often make investments in Singapore to build the capacity to serve customers in larger overseas markets from here.
3 mins
Cordlife resumes services after facilities, operations overhaul
Cordlife resumed its cord blood banking services on Sept 15 after a hiatus of 92 months, during which it overhauled its facilities and operations to meet the standards required by the Ministry of Health (MOH).
3 mins
Singapore key exports up 10.7%, driven by electronics
Integrated circuits and disk media products both grew faster year on year in August
2 mins
Trump tries to regain spotlight after assassination attempt
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is poised to capitalise on the second attempt on his life in recent months, using the shocking development to try to snatch back the political momentum that VicePresident Kamala Harris has enjoyed.
4 mins
Straits Times journalist lauded for scoop on Income-Allianz deal
Another journalist from ST also wins award for investor education efforts
3 mins
Pushback over Nippon Steel's bid for US Steel weighs on bilateral ties
Japan's officials vexed by rhetoric calling into question country's status as US ally
5 mins
US approves $295m sale of military parts to Taiwan
The US State Department said on Sept 16 that it had approved a possible sale to Taiwan of military spare parts valued at about US$228 million (S$295.3 million), which Taiwan's military said will help it maintain combat readiness in the face of China's grey-zone intrusions.
1 min
HK's leader says US companies will suffer if trade offices are shut
Hong Kong's leader warned that American businesses will suffer if Washington adopts a Bill to shut the city's US trade offices, as the city's relationship with the world's largest economy frays.
1 min
Rising threats reignite nuclear debate in South Korea
As the North grows its arsenal, some ask if Seoul can afford to remain reliant on the US
4 mins
Singaporeans stay indoors to avoid worst of typhoon
They saw fallen trees, experienced power outages and had to cancel plans, but Singaporeans in Shanghai managed to keep themselves safe by staying indoors as Typhoon Bebinca raged outside.
3 mins
Shanghai cleans up after strongest storm in decades
Emergency crew has to clear some 1,800 felled trees, restore power to 30,000 homes
3 mins
More in S-E Asia focused on livelihoods over climate
Geopolitics driving region's concerns with food security, inflation: Researcher
4 mins
Thai Cabinet approves $5.66b cash handout to help revive economy
Thailand's Cabinet approved a cash handout plan totalling 145.6 billion baht (S$5.66 billion) that will benefit millions of poor people and help stimulate South-east Asia's second-largest economy.
2 mins
UN chief condemns 'collective punishment' of Palestinians
He describes the suffering in Gaza as unimaginable but is hopeful of a ceasefire
3 mins
Disputed elections becoming a global phenomenon, report finds
Voter turnout is diminishing around the world and the results of elections are increasingly being questioned, a report on the state of democracy said on Sept 17.
2 mins
Climate change set to worsen malnutrition crisis among children
Malnutrition is the world's worst child health crisis and climate change will only make things more severe, according to philanthropist Bill Gates.
1 min
Residents of Sunset Way estate, Clementi condo get new 1.2km road
For as long as he has lived in Clementi Street 12, Sunset Way has been Mr Chan Jun Xiong's only road home.
3 mins
Community lawn, movable platforms| proposed at former railway station
URA studying suggestions that are part of winning proposal in competition
3 mins
Fancy mooncake boxes listed for resale online cost up to $1.8k
Some resellers count on mooncake boxes from luxury brands being collectibles
4 mins
SCCCI marks 60th anniversary of its iconic building with exhibition, $1.2m donation
At 14, he constructed a three-dimensional model of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCCI) building without floor plans or architectural drawings.
3 mins
More powers for judges to safeguard children's welfare
Amendments to Family Justice Act will come into force on Oct 15
3 mins
Circle Line services resume after delay caused by power fault
A power fault on the Circle Line (CCL) on Sept 17 caused delays of about 30 minutes during the evening peak-hour commute.
2 mins
Jail for man who hit girlfriend's daughter and mum who watched
A man who slapped and hit his girlfriend's 11-year-old daughter with a leather belt while the child's mother stood by and watched was sentenced on Sept 17.
2 mins
The art of conserving a masterpiece
Prominent Nanyang artist Chen Wen Hsi's largest artwork, Gibbons, underwent conservation ahead of its display at the National Gallery Singapore in December. The Straits Times goes behind the scenes of the conservation process of this iconic work and other artworks.
5 mins
BullsAndBears STI posts 0.6% increase as S'pore stocks continue upward march
Rise in S'pore key exports boosts investor sentiment Gainers beat losers 355 to 205, on turnover worth $1.5 billion DFI Retail Group top gainer on STI, rising 3.9 per cent
1 min
A new era for the underperforming Singapore bourse?
Is the underperforming Singapore bourse finally about to get a \"big bang\" solution which could inject more liquidity and life into it? Judging by the latest utterances of Second Minister for Finance Chee Hong Tat, Singapore Exchange (SGX) chairman Koh Boon Hwee and SGX chief executive Loh Boon Chye, there is a better-than-even chance that the problems afflicting the local bourse are getting a serious look from the powers that be.
5 mins
A vibrant, liquid stock market vital for S'pore: SGX chairman
'Evident' that more work is needed to bolster this pillar of the financial ecosystem, he says
2 mins
Hong Kong courts ultra-rich Mid-East families in wealth push
Move comes as foreign investors leave and Beijing steps up links with oil-rich region
3 mins
DBS to offer institutional, accredited investors more crypto investment options
Institutional investors and accredited wealth clients will have more options when it comes to digital asset investments from the fourth quarter, DBS Bank said.
1 min
S'pore waters 60 compensation claims lodged by those affected by June incident
Global compensation scheme expects most claims to be made within next few months
3 mins
S'pore crypto activity hots up with tie-ups in areas of payment, stablecoin
The cryptocurrency scene in Singapore has been set abuzz this week with key events in town and a series of tie-ups, including in areas of payment, stablecoin and combating crypto crime.
2 mins
Manulife sees chance to offer solutions for seniors' needs
Insurer eyes more comprehensive policies to cater to rapidly ageing population in S'pore
3 mins
Will Fed get it right with size of expected rate cut?
Senior Business Correspondent The long-anticipated interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve is almost upon us, and yet there is a sense of unease over whether the world's most influential central bank will get it right.
4 mins
Ukraine war faces a major turning point
Risk of escalation rising as decision looms on whether the US will lift restrictions on use of long-range missiles by Ukraine against Russia.
7 mins
Birth more, work more, care more The triple burden on women as Asia ages
A greying, shrinking Asia needs many more caregivers. That burden is mostly borne by women.
6 mins
Platform Workers Act strikes crucial balance for future of gig economy
The Act grants platform workers much-needed protections while allowing room for business innovation.
5 mins
Seeing children as future caregivers can't be the norm among parents
I refer to the letter, \"Don't have children just for them to look after you\" (Sept 12).
1 min
Weddings ⚫ Small events are fine, but include your parents
I am not against small weddings but some aspects of the article \"Smaller ceremonies, lower budgets, more destination nuptials: How wedding trends are changing\" (Sunday Life, Sept 15) did not sit well with me.
1 min
Vehicle Entry Permit ⚫ Can S'pore Govt appeal for postponement?
Malaysia will start enforcing its Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign cars entering Johor from Singapore on Oct 1.
1 min
Housing ⚫ Relook practices governing resale of HDB flats
It is crucial for HDB to urgently review some of its resale practices, given the surge in housing prices.
1 min
JEROME TAN'S BIG UNION LOOKS SET FOR A BIG FIGHT
With Pinheiro up, he goes well in a training gallop and looks ship-shape for Sept 21 test
3 mins
Voldemort can notch fifth victory
RACE 1 (1,000M) Although back from a lengthy break after making a promising debut, (1) ONE PATH is expected to produce a big run, according to his trainer Frank Robinson.
2 mins
GOLF'S MERGER DEAL DRAGS ON DUE TO MONEY
PGA Tour players reportedly want Rahm and others to return money made from LIV
3 mins
Djokovic's former crew join Sinner's entourage
Jannik Sinner has hired Novak Djokovic's former fitness coach Marco Panichi and physiotherapist Ulises Badio in the wake of the world No.1 being cleared, despite testing positive twice for a banned substance.
2 mins
Boks cannot get 'loose' against Pumas: Smith
South Africa are eager to seize the moment and clinch the Rugby Championship title in Argentina on Sept 21, but are wary of a fired-up home side who are still in contention, said Springboks loose forward Kwagga Smith.
2 mins
COE HAS UPHILL TASK IN BID TO BE IOC HEAD
Briton faces 6 other candidates and various challenges in race to replace outgoing Bach
3 mins
Chiles asks Swiss court to reinstate bronze
Lawyers for United States gymnast Jordan Chiles on Sept 16 filed an appeal with Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court in a bid to overturn a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling that stripped the American of an Olympic bronze.
2 mins
Bonmati's historic deal may be up to €lm a year
Ballon d'Or Feminin holder Aitana Bonmati has signed a new deal with Barcelona on Sept 16 until 2028, which reportedly would make her the highest-paid female footballer.
2 mins
FROM COLLECTING STARS TO CREATING THEM
PSG look more cohesive with lesser-known names than when they had Mbappe & Co
3 mins
Backing for Glasgow as C'wealth Games host
The Scottish government has backed a bid for Glasgow to host a scaled-down version of the Commonwealth Games in 2026, 12 years after the city last staged the quadrennial multi-sport event.
2 mins
Tired, suffering footballers close to going on strike
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker said on Sept 16 that players' welfare is being disregarded as more matches are played during the season, while Manchester City midfielder Rodri suggested that players are close to striking.
3 mins
CITY PLAYERS 'ARE TOP QUALITY"
De Vrij insists Inter have to defend as a team and not just focus on Haaland
3 mins
Zhou is proud of his F1 legacy, and its mark on China
As a child, racing fan Zhou Guanyu would often tune in to Formula One races at odd hours with the TV volume turned down as his parents were already asleep.
3 mins
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