The Straits Times - November 06, 2024
The Straits Times - November 06, 2024
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In this issue
November 06, 2024
A date with destiny as millions in America head for the ballot boxes
The US 2024 presidential election will be historic no matter who wins the race
4 mins
No EWL train services between Tanah Merah and Tampines stations from Dec 7 to 10
Train services will not run between Tanah Merah and Tampines stations from Dec 7 to 10, so that works can be carried out to connect tracks from the East-West Line (EWL) to the new East Coast Integrated Depot.
3 mins
Key points as judge rules that WP chief has case to answer
Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh opted to give evidence on Nov 5, after Deputy Principal District Judge Luke Tan ruled that there is a case for him to answer for both his charges.
4 mins
WP chief says he did not tell Raeesah Khan to take lie to the grave
He also explains what he meant when he said later that he would not judge her
5 mins
How Americans feel about the election: Anxious and scared
Voters across political spectrum go to polls with a sense that nation is coming undone
7 mins
Musk and X are epicentre of US election misinformation, say experts
False or misleading claims by billionaire Elon Musk about the US election have amassed two billion views on social media platform X in 2024, according to a report by non-profit group Centre for Countering Digital Hate.
2 mins
US states wary of election unrest take security precautions
The most visible measures are in states where protests broke out in 2020
3 mins
PM Wong makes introductory visit to Jakarta
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is making his introductory visit to the Indonesian capital Jakarta from Nov 5 to 6.
1 min
S'pore and Malaysia to nominate Chingay parade for Unesco list
Nomination will commemorate 60th anniversary of bilateral relations
4 mins
Babies born in 2025 set to get SG60 special gift: Indranee
Couples who have babies in 2025 can look forward to receiving a special gift for their little ones, as the nation marks 60 years of independence.
1 min
Toxic smog covers New Delhi as winter nears
A toxic smog shrouded the Indian capital on Nov 5, driving air quality in some areas into the \"severe\" range ahead of winter, when cold air traps pollutants and brings a spike in respiratory illnesses.
1 min
Modi breaks silence on row with Canada, criticises targeting of Indian diplomats
Indian PM condemns attack on Hindu temple in Canada as bilateral ties worsen
3 mins
Beijing acknowledges Myanmar junta chief, with eye on own interests
China hopes for polls as it tries to broker truce between junta and ethnic groups
4 mins
Search for MH370 to restart based on 'credible' proposal: Malaysia
Malaysia is set to restart the search for the ill-fated Flight MH370, more than a decade after the airliner disappeared, citing a \"credible\" proposal that suggests a new search area in the southern Indian Ocean.
2 mins
Australia, India say US election result won't impact Quad
The foreign ministers of Australia and India on Nov 5 said they were confident the Quad group of the US, India, Australia and Japan would continue to cooperate in the Indo-Pacific region regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election.
1 min
China's latest cry for more babies may fall on deaf ears
\"Having three children is the best,\" says a vibrant neon pink sign at a wedding expo in the southern Chinese city of Changsha, where visitors can also pick up tips on tying the knot and men can strap on a pregnancy belly to experience childbirth pain.
3 mins
North Korea fires short-range missiles hours before US polls
North Korea fired at least seven short-range ballistic missiles on Nov 5 off its east coast, Japan's Defence Minister said, soon after Pyongyang condemned military drills by its rivals and just hours before the US election.
2 mins
Prabowo banks on economic experts to help grow Indonesia
Eight-member team to advise on strategic policies and monitor their implementation
2 mins
Indonesia to evacuate 16,000 people after Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki eruption
The Indonesian government aims to evacuate at least 16,000 residents from villages around the active Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano, which erupted and killed nine people and damaged thousands of houses, an official said on Nov 5.
1 min
Thirty killed by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza as IDF orders more evacuations
Palestinians say attacks, evacuation orders 2 aimed at clearing areas for buffer zones
2 mins
S. Korean firms, foodies bet on sugar substitute allulose
South Korea has become a top testing ground for the sweetener allulose, a potential rival to sugar substitutes like stevia that is finding favour among both local food influencers and big domestic food companies, which are ramping up production.
2 mins
Russia suspected of plot to send explosives to N. America via air cargo
European and US intelligence officials believe Russia is behind a plan that would ultimately place incendiary devices on planes to North America through air cargo, according to people familiar with the matter.
2 mins
Seoul fines Meta for illegal collection of user data
South Korea has fined Facebook parent Meta more than 21.6 billion won (S$20.7 million) for illegally collecting sensitive user information from nearly a million people without consent and sharing it with advertisers, the country's data watchdog said on Nov 5.
1 min
Instagram eyes AI use to catch teens lying about age
Parent company Meta has software to sift through user's profile and predict their age
4 mins
Do S'poreans know how to live with wildlife in a 'City in Nature'?
Recent incidents over macaques stem from animals' habitat loss and human behaviour
3 mins
Property agent under probe for seeking payment from seller who was not his client
A property agent is being investigated after he allegedly tried to solicit a commission from the seller of a Housing Board resale flat whom he was not representing.
3 mins
Pofma correction directions issued over posts on drug trafficking, executions
Targeted correction directions under Singapore's fake news law have been issued to tech giant Meta after several individuals reposted falsehoods on drug trafficking and executions on its platforms.
2 mins
Supreme Court judge appointed Deputy Attorney-General
Supreme Court judge and former law don Goh Yihan has been appointed Deputy Attorney-General for a two-year term that will start in January 2025.
1 min
Panel urges Govt to exercise prudence as spending on seniors increases
Parliamentary committee calls for Age Well SG initiatives to be reviewed to avoid duplication
3 mins
Works resume on MRT line viaduct in Jurong West after metal bar falls
Construction work has resumed on a viaduct of the upcoming Jurong Region Line (JRL) after a metal bar fell onto a road in Jurong West on the morning of Oct 3.
1 min
Residents, business owners brainstorm ideas to tackle floods
PUB holds session with those in the east ahead of north-east monsoon season
2 mins
BLOOMING SEA JELLIES
Nov 3 was World Jellyfish day. The Straits Times goes behind the scenes at the S.E.A. Aquariums Aquarist Lab in Resorts World Sentosa to observe how its aquarists breed the invertebrates, which thrive only in specific conditions indoors.
4 mins
No foul play suspected in man's death after attempt to move 900kg machine
The police do not suspect foul play after an ill-fated attempt to move a nearly 900kg machine at a Rifle Range Road worksite led to the death of a 31-year-old Singaporean man in December 2022.
2 mins
Jail for woman who let her firm's bank account receive scam funds
A company's sole director got involved in a scheme with a money laundering syndicate and the firm's bank account later received the benefits of an impersonation scam totaling US$952,000 (over S$1.27 million).
2 mins
Singtel allegedly hacked by Chinese group in global campaign
Breach discovered in June, seen as test run for further hacks on US telecom firms
5 mins
Jail for woman who let her firm's bank account receive scam funds
A company's sole director got involved in a scheme with a money laundering syndicate and the firm's bank account later received the benefits of an impersonation scam totaling US$952,000 (over S$1.27 million).
2 mins
Singapore stocks rise ahead of US election; STI edges up 0.3%
• Jardine Matheson is top index gainer; Genting is top loser • Advancers eclipse decliners 331 to 242 in broader market • Across region, Kospi is down while Hang Seng and KLCI rise
1 min
Record foreign exodus casts pall over India's stock market
Global funds pull out $13 billion, driving benchmark index towards technical correction
2 mins
China appeals to WTO over EU's tariffs on EV imports
China has lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organisation (WTO) over the European Union's final tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) imports, escalating a dispute that is straining an already fraught relationship.
1 min
Dyna-Mac founder accepts Hanwha's revised buyout offer
The largest shareholder of Dyna-Mac said on Nov 5 it will tender its entire stake in the Singapore-listed company, following South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Group's increased takeover offer of $790.6 million.
1 min
Stamford Tyres chairman steps down in reshuffle
Mr Sam Chong Keen, chairman of the board of Stamford Tyres, has stepped down, with two individuals appointed to new positions on the company's board of directors.
1 min
Boeing ends Crippling strike after workers accept 38% pay rise
Boeing's US West Coast factory workers accepted a new contract offer on Nov 4, their union said, bringing an end to a bitter seven-week strike that halted most jet production and deepened a financial crisis at the troubled planemaker.
2 mins
Is the S'pore stock market as bad as it's made out to be?
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) has come under much scrutiny lately, with a high-level committee formed in August to study ways to stimulate interest in a market that is often criticised as boring, lacking in liquidity and therefore unable to attract exciting new listings.
4 mins
Retail sales, boosted by motor vehicle sales, up 2% in September
Sales of food and beverage services meanwhile gain 1.6 per cent year on year
2 mins
S-E Asia's digital economy delivers $14.5b in profits for 2024
Online media, travel lead the way while e-commerce, super apps narrow losses
4 mins
Fixing the bad rap: Do Chinese businesses in S-E Asia need better PR?
A public relations drive may help, but the problem of Chinese overcapacity is more than just an issue of perception.
4 mins
In some areas of military strength, China has surpassed America
The modernisation of the PLA is proceeding at an extraordinary pace.
4 mins
The 'Happiness Plateau' does not exist
The idea that money can buy only so much happiness is not supported by the data on wealth, personal well-being and overall life satisfaction.
4 mins
Sticky business: Region frets over EU regulation that affects palm oil trade
Singapore-based traders may feel the impact, but they can also be a force for good.
4 mins
Indonesia steps up trade protectionism with Apple and Google phone bans
South-east Asia's largest economy pushes foreign tech groups to invest locally or lose market access.
3 mins
Why we are built to be forgetful
It is not necessarily a sign of mental impairment.
4 mins
Mark Zuckerberg wants to feed you more AI slop
Meta's CEO sees promise in flooding people's social feeds with machine-made content. No thanks.
3 mins
Ageing ● Make older drivers more recognisable on roads
I refer to the article \"Debate heats up over driving age limit, medical test after accidents involving elderly drivers\" (Nov 3).
1 min
Older drivers are more vulnerable
I refer to the article \"Debate heats up over driving age limit, medical test after accidents involving elderly drivers\" (Nov 3). With Singapore's ageing population, it is inevitable that there will be more older drivers on the roads.
1 min
Simplified pre-school subsidy application helps low-income families
As a social worker of 16 years, I commend recent initiatives to expand accessible, quality early-childhood education through more childcare places and streamlined subsidy applications (40,000 new infant care, childcare places to open in Singapore in next 5 years, Nov 2).
1 min
Golden Sardine set for fourth win
He has been knocking at the door. But that fourth win has been elusive.
2 mins
KNIGHT'S CHOICE IN A MAJOR CUP BOILOVER
Long shot gives Laxon 2nd Melbourne Cup win, Irish reality star jockey Dolan a first
2 mins
Distance suits Rollo The Viking
Nov 6 South Africa (Greyville) form analysis
3 mins
FULL CREDIT CAN BOUNCE BACK
Nov 6 Hong Kong (Happy Valley) form analysis
4 mins
Celtics coach Mazzulla hails Queta's potential
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla had special praise for centre Neemias Queta, who became the first Portuguese player to start a National Basketball Association (NBA) game on Nov 4.
2 mins
GARLAND CAPS CAVS' 'CRAZY' PERFECT RUN
We've got to keep going, he says, after his 39 points over the Bucks for their eighth win
2 mins
France eyes rival boxing body to stay in Games
France became the latest country to quit the International Boxing Association (IBA) to \"guarantee French boxing its place at the Olympic Games\", governing body FFBoxe said in a statement on Nov 4.
1 min
DEATHS EXPOSE KENYAN MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES
Athletes face intense pressure to succeed and financially provide for their families
2 mins
No Athlete of Year award for Lyles
Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles is not one of the two finalists for male track Athlete of the Year, World Athletics revealed on Nov 4.
2 mins
PTSD runners welcome 'start without a shot'
The sound of a starting gun can cause a runner with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to \"fall into a panic, or complete despair\", a Ukrainian war veteran said - but help is at hand due to a revolutionary system devised in Ukraine.
1 min
Lack of game time not stopping Aussie Kerevi
Australia centre Samu Kerevi is relishing a potential return to Test rugby against England at the weekend and said that he would be ready even if he has had little game time over the last six months.
1 min
Constructors' title is still McLaren's main goal
McLaren's priority is to win the Formula One constructors' title, after Lando Norris' challenge for the drivers' crown was all but ended in Brazil at the weekend, the team said.
2 mins
ARYNA CREDITS 'BEST TEAM EVER'
She says their work spurs her to progress in WTA Finals and seal year-end top spot
3 mins
Bayern treating Benfica game like a final, says Palhinha
Ahead of Bayern Munich's crucial Champions League home encounter against Benfica on Nov 6, Joao Palhinha must feel as if he has been transported to a different world.
2 mins
Ueda blow, but Japan coach stays positive
Japan suffered a blow in their bid to lock up a spot at the 2026 World Cup Finals, when striker Ayase Ueda was ruled out for the rest of 2024 after suffering a hamstring injury playing for his Dutch club Feyenoord.
1 min
GOAL-SHY PSG IN EUROPE WORRIES ENRIQUE
Ahead of Atletico game, the coach admits reliable striker needed after Mbappe left
3 mins
Inter must be ruthless with crunch ties approaching
Inter Milan's European and domestic ambitions face a big week with the visits of both Arsenal and Napoli, as the Italian champions try to banish worrying signs of frailty.
2 mins
PUFFS FROM RED-HOT MAX
Kitefoiler keeps vow to serve curry snack on Nov 7 for winning Young World Sailor title
3 mins
TRIPLE WHAMMY
Retiree shocked by diagnoses of lung, liver and prostate cancers
7 mins
Are Organic foods more nutritious?
Studies on organic foods' long-term health effects have been mixed
3 mins
Whole body deodorants get popular
If you suddenly feel as if you are being inundated with advertisements for something called \"whole body deodorant\", you are not alone.
2 mins
Having a recovery day? Stay active
Low-impact movement can be more effective than rest for reducing muscle soreness after exercise
2 mins
M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2025 Experimental platform grapples with displacement
Meanwhile, the festival organiser is looking for a new title donor
2 mins
Cemetery weddings find new life thanks to 'positive death' moment
It is right there in the vows uttered at innumerable weddings each year: \"Till death do us part.\"
4 mins
Christmas action with Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans
Festive flick Red One also marks a return to action films for American actress Lucy Liu
2 mins
Shawn Mendes opens up on why he walked away at his peak
NEW YORK - On a rainy summer night, on a club stage in Woodstock, New York, Shawn Mendes was ready for tears. Happy tears, overwhelmed tears. Just some processing-everything-as-it-happens mistiness.
5 mins
Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek has cancer
American actor James Van Der Beek (right), who starred in the 1990s teen TV drama Dawson's Creek, on Nov 3 said he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
1 min
Content creator Mayiduo's directorial debut is a film with a cast of influencers
Local content creator Kelvin Tan, better known by his online moniker Mayiduo, is making his directorial debut with a cast of influencers.
2 mins
Sour plum juice, chilli crab and laksa for Dua Lipa
Pop star Dua Lipa has been enjoying herself in town ahead of her two shows at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Nov 5 and 6, which kick off her world tour in support of her third album, Radical Optimism (2024).
1 min
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