The Straits Times - October 14, 2024
The Straits Times - October 14, 2024
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In this issue
October 14, 2024
New leaders ignite buzz at Asean Summits in more ways than one
Over three days, new Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra held what must be a record 15 individual meetings with world leaders.
4 mins
Free collection of bulky e-waste from doorstep for all S'pore households
Service starts in 2025, aims to make recycling such waste more convenient
3 mins
China wants more foreign hospitals, but significant hurdles remain
Patients in China have long faced limited options when it comes to foreign-run healthcare, but that could change as the country rolls out the welcome mat for foreign hospitals.
4 mins
Heartland merchants get boost from PayLah cashback initiative
Takings up by 40% on weekends, with wet market stallholders benefiting the most
3 mins
To grow, some local farms push ahead with international collaborations
Mr Webster Tham, co-founder of local agri-technology company Tomato Town, is looking to harvest Japanese cherry tomatoes and heirloom varieties of tomatoes through a collaboration with a Japanese company that makes tomato-based foods and vegetable juices.
6 mins
Two projects to turn Lim Chu Kang into high-tech food hub delayed
Development work for masterplan yet to start; plans for innovation park not ready
5 mins
WP chief's trial over alleged lies to Parliament starts today
Pritam Singh expected to contest two charges in trial, which is fixed for 16 days
3 mins
New facility in Sungei Tengah will have farm-to-table restaurant
Artisan Green is adding a bigger, better farm to its stable come 2025. The local vegetable farm's new 2ha site - the size of around three football fields - in Sungei Tengah will have an indoor production area of 5,500 sq m and an outdoor production area of 1.5ha.
3 mins
Docking of PLA ships in Penang not a problem, says KL minister
The recent docking of two Chinese naval ships in Penang is a common matter and does not pose any problem for Malaysia, according to Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, who said his country has had bilateral relations with China for a long time.
1 min
Bleak retirement looms for many Malaysians
Report finds many workers poorly prepared, with EPF well below needed amounts
3 mins
Vietnam, China sign 10 pacts during Chinese premier's visit to Hanoi
Vietnam and China signed 10 agreements ranging from agriculture cooperation to cross-border QR code payments on Oct 13 during Chinese Premier Li Qiang's three-day visit to Hanoi, as the two neighbours seek to boost ties.
1 min
3 GISB members charged with human trafficking, sexual assault
Three Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB) Holdings members were charged at the Kota Tinggi Sessions Court on Oct 13 with human trafficking and sexual assault offences.
2 mins
Discontent brews in Johor over lack of PH representation in govt
Some say coalition should get fair share of seats if partnership with BN is to continue
3 mins
Perspectives of Kazakhs towards Beijing changing
Young people see China more favourably than elders, thanks to belt-and-road investments
7 mins
Israel keeps up air and sround attacks in Lebanon
UN peacekeepers warn any escalation could spiral into catastrophic’ regional conflict
3 mins
Documents show Hamas tried to persuade Iran to join Oct 7 attack
Minutes from secret meetings provide a detailed record of planning for the attack
5 mins
US firms braced for more tariffs as election approaches
Trump moots stepping up levies; Harris has finalised further hikes on Chinese products
3 mins
Poll shows black voters drifting from Democrats, threatening Harris' bid
US Vice-President Kamala Harris has improved her party's standing among black voters since President Joe Biden left the presidential race, but she still significantly trails Mr Biden's 2020 share of that vital Democratic constituency, according to a New York Times/Siena College poll of black likely voters.
5 mins
Scottish former first minister Alex Salmond dies at age 69
Scottish former first minister Alex Salmond, who helped change the course of Scottish politics and pushed Scotland to the verge of independence from the United Kingdom, died on Oct 12. He was 69.
1 min
Former judge who is wary of casinos elected as Macau's new leader
Former Macau judge Sam Hou Fai, who has warned against the outsize influence of the gambling industry on the city, was elected as its new leader by a 400-member committee.
1 min
Kim Jong Un's sister warns of 'horrible' response to drone flights
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un warned on Oct 12 that Seoul would face a \"horrible disaster\" if unmanned drones reached Pyongyang again, a day after accusing the South of launching such aircraft at the capital.
2 mins
UN agencies, NGOs concerned over staff held by Houthis
UN agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) on Oct 12 expressed \"grave concern\" over the referral for criminal prosecution of a large number of their staff who have been \"arbitrarily detained\" by Yemen's Houthi rebels, and renewed calls for their immediate release.
1 min
Pakistan ramps up security in capital ahead of key summit
Islamabad to shut down and deploy troops after militant violence, political unrest
2 mins
Guide dog users still face daily challenges with being accepted
When he took his guide dog into a popular fast-food restaurant recently, former fintech professional Sebastian Quek was told by a customer that no pets were allowed.
4 mins
New programme allows Republic Poly students to design career, life goals
It will help them discover strengths and interests earlier, and tailor their courses
4 mins
How the new BTO classification will affect home buyers
Ability to sell or rent out flats will vary based on Standard, Plus or Prime category
3 mins
Pair accused of graft acquitted; judge finds CPIB statements 'unreliable'
A district judge acquitted two men accused of graft-related offences linked to a former Land Transport Authority (LTA) deputy group director on Oct 11, after finding the statements taken by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) “inaccurate and unreliable”.
3 mins
‘Underconsumption core’ TikTok trend reminds us to be smarter consumers
If you have been on TikTok recently, you would have stumbled upon a viral trend – “underconsumption core”.
3 mins
How data on devices sent for recycling gets destroyed
Methods include shredding, using machines that render hard drives unreadable
2 mins
More ways to sort household waste as Iceland's largest landfill winds down
In December 2023, Iceland's largest landfill, Alfsnes, shut down most of its operations, accepting only materials that could not be recycled, such as fishing nets and asbestos.
3 mins
European banks deploying AI tools to cut staff costs
Italian lender BPER Banca to cut headcount by 10% through 2027
1 min
Volkswagen's woes reflect a stagnant German economy
Automaker considering job cuts amid issues with labour costs, organisational structures
4 mins
Markets rally on positive US economic data, China stimulus
But investors keeping a wary eye on geopolitical developments, looming US polls
5 mins
Dyson informed MOM of its retrenchments 'on time'
Consumer electronics giant Dyson had submitted its mandatory retrenchment notification to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) “on time”, within five working days of informing the affected employees, said the ministry on Oct 12.
1 min
S-E Asia emerges as data centre hot spot as AI usage rises
Tech firms drawn by region's lower costs, power availability and geopolitical neutrality
4 mins
To get into IIT, India's children ditch school for private coaching
India desperately needs to invest in and expand access to quality tertiary education.
6 mins
China is writing the world's technology rules
It is setting standards for everything from 6G to quantum computing.
4 mins
Is the apocalypse making you too anxious to work?
We're not talking about The Omen or 666 but what's happening in the news.
5 mins
Decarbonisation plans should factor in region's development
Zoos Animals don't exist to entertain humans
1 min
Wong times run to perfection on Antipodean
A masterly ride by jockey Wong Chin Chuen helped Antipodean snatch a thrilling win in the RM100,000 (S$30,400) Group 3 Sports Toto Supreme Challenge Cup over 1,400m at Sungai Besi on Oct 13.
1 min
GALAXY PATCH HAILED AS HK'S 'NEXT FUTURE STAR'
Jockey Ho touts Pierre Ng-trained galloper as next big thing after champ Golden Sixty
2 mins
Nunes captures Listed race on first day in Australia
Manoel Nunes has made a flying start to his new Australian riding career, booting home a double at Murray Bridge on Oct 12.
1 min
Chepngetich dedicates marathon world record to Kiptum
Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich put on a performance for the ages as she obliterated the women's marathon world record in Chicago on Oct 13, taking nearly two minutes off the previous best to win in an unofficial time of 2hr 9min 56sec.
2 mins
YIN JUST WANTS TO ENJOY WIN WITH MUM
Chinese couldn't see her mother among the crowds witnessing her first home triumph
3 mins
Beterbiev relies on judges' nod for first time
Russian-born Canadian Artur Beterbiev was crowned boxing's undisputed light heavyweight world champion after beating Russian rival Dmitry Bivol on a majority decision in Saudi Arabia on Oct 13.
2 mins
Skipper 'speechless' after Italy lift women's Cup
Italy beat Britain on Oct 12 to clinch the first Women's America's Cup, which sailors hope will help bridge the experience gap at the male-dominated top end of the sport.
2 mins
Wuhan feels like home to serial winner Sabalenka
Aryna Sabalenka became the first player to win the Wuhan Open three times by defeating local heroine Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 5-7, 6-3 in the final on Oct 13.
2 mins
‘TOO STRONG, TOO FAST’ FOR DJOKOVIC
World No. 1 Sinner wins seventh title of the year and becomes youngest Shanghai champion
3 mins
Troubled Uruguay plan talks to resolve coaching drama
Uruguay boss Marcelo Bielsa said his authority was affected after striker Luis Suarez slammed his coaching style, but the Argentinian added that he had prepared for the South American World Cup qualifier defeat by Peru with \"utmost seriousness\".
2 mins
YOUNG STRIKERS LOOK TO STEP UP
Chua, Rasaq in scoring form and hunting for first Lions cap after overcoming injury
3 mins
SPARKLING NEW FACES DELIGHT MARTINEZ
Portugal coach says squad's depth will be crucial as they prepare for 2026 World Cup
2 mins
Pochettino quick off the mark as US regain belief
For all the fascination with Mauricio Pochettino's team selection and tactics for his opening game in charge of the United States, perhaps the most significant evidence of the Argentinian's impact came in the opening 15 minutes of the 2-0 friendly win over Panama on Oct 12.
2 mins
Zubimendi a worthy stand-in for Spain's Rodri
Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel was left red-faced as a second-half strike by midfielder Martin Zubimendi gave an injury-hit Spain a 1-0 win in the Nations League on Oct 12.
2 mins
SILVER GIVES MOTIVATION
Pang and Quek win S'pore's first Asian c'ship men's doubles medal in 11 years
3 mins
Promising start to pro golf career for Ang in Australia
Playing in his first tournament as a professional, Singaporean golfer Ryan Ang was just hoping to make the cut at the Western Australia PGA Championship.
2 mins
A thank-you letter from my teen son
He is grateful that the support from my husband and me has put him in a place to succeed in life, but credit must go to his teachers as well
3 mins
Enjoyable 'big' chamber concert
The music of Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) had been so underrated and under-represented that two works, a piano concerto and a symphony, were being performed for the very first time in Singapore.
2 mins
Musical has plenty of heart
Pangdemonium's musical Dear Evan Hansen encourages open conversations about mental health
2 mins
12 song requests over 45 minutes
Many fans were moved to tears at the second gig of Taiwanese superstar Jay Chou's three-night concert at the National Stadium
3 mins
K-pop idols Hyuna, Yong Jun-hyung wed in private ceremony
Celebrity nuptials in South Korea
2 mins
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