She completed her law degree while working as a domestic helper in Singapore: Jayanthi Gamage has called her former employer Manjit Kour, who supported her ...
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Driver involved in Tampines fatal crash identified; handed four charges: Muhammad Syafie Ismail, 42, was arrested on April 24 after he was discharged from ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/driver-involved-in-tampines-fatal-crash-identified-handed-four-charges
Cardboard coffins gaining ground among the eco-conscious: Unity Casket, the first parlour here to launch paper coffins, says it gets up to five orders for this a ...
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First major construction tender for Changi Airport T5 launched in March: Chee Hong Tat
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Heatstroke kills 30 in Thailand in 2024 as kingdom bakes: The heat index in Bangkok is expected to rise above 52 deg C on April 25.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/heatstroke-kills-30-in-thailand-this-year-as-kingdom-bakes
Mr Sheikh Imran Sheikh Ahmad was driving back to his Tampines flat on April 22 when he heard a loud crash. He immediately stepped in to help. www.straitstimes.com/singapore/tampines-fatal-accident-man-who-helped-victims-said-teen-s-dad-kept-calling-for-her
Mandopop star Jay Chou to perform three shows at National Stadium in October: It will be the third time the Taiwanese singer's Carnival World Tour is staged in ...
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/mandopop-star-jay-chou-to-perform-three-shows-at-national-stadium-in-october
Everton deal Liverpool big blow with shock 2-0 derby victory: Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin score, in a pulsating 2-0 home victory over the Reds.
straitstimes.com/sport/football/everton-deal-liverpool-big-blow-with-shock-2-0-derby-victory
TikTok’s CEO Chew Shou Zi said that the company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation signed into law by US President Joe Biden that gives ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/world/tiktok-ceo-expects-to-defeat-us-restrictions-we-arent-going-anywhere
Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
Tampines fatal accident: Driver to be charged on April 25: The 42-year-old man was arrested on April 24 after being discharged from hospital.
straitstimes.com/singapore/tampines-fatal-accident-driver-to-be-charged-on-april-25
New 255-room hotel under Hotel Indigo brand to open at Changi Airport T2 by 2028: The contract to develop the new hotel was given to real estate group OUE.
straitstimes.com/singapore/new-255-room-hotel-under-hotel-indigo-brand-to-open-at-changi-airport-t2-by-2028
Critically endangered Raffles’ banded langur spotted on Eco-Link@BKE for the first time
straitstimes.com/singapore/raffles-banded-langur-spotted-on-eco-linkbke-for-the-first-time
More universities using artificial intelligence in class but some students have mixed feelings
straitstimes.com/singapore/more-universities-using-artificial-intelligence-in-class-but-some-students-have-mixed-feelings
Almost 6 in 10 private uni grads find full-time jobs but earn less than autonomous uni peers
straitstimes.com/singapore/almost-6-in-10-private-uni-grads-find-full-time-jobs-but-earn-less-than-autonomous-uni-peers
Victims of Malaysia helicopter crash laid to rest; families to get $2,800, education aid for children
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/victims-of-malaysia-helicopter-crash-laid-to-rest-families-to-receive-2800
Bruno Fernandes digs Man United out of hole in win over Sheffield: Twice United trailed against a side destined for a quick return to the Championship.
straitstimes.com/sport/football/fernandes-digs-man-utd-out-of-hole-in-win-over-sheff-utd
Japan zoo’s hippo turns out to be female after lack of male courtship behaviour leads to DNA tests
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/handsome-hippo-at-japan-zoo-turns-out-to-be-female-zoo-will-keep-gen-chan-name
‘I must eat at the same place my fave singer did’: Singapore banks on K-content to draw visitors
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/i-must-eat-at-the-same-place-my-fave-singer-did-singapore-banks-on-k-content-to-draw-visitors
Motorcyclist dies after accident with lorry on PIE: The 26-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene by an SCDF paramedic.
straitstimes.com/singapore/motorcyclist-dies-after-accident-with-lorry-on-pie
Woman cyclist, 69, taken to hospital after collision with bus in Bedok: The woman, who was riding a power-assisted bicycle, was conscious when she was taken to ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/woman-cyclist-69-taken-to-hospital-after-collision-with-bus-in-bedok
Malaysia mulls over casino as part of Special Economic Zone plans to boost Forest City, say sources
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-mulls-over-casino-as-part-of-special-economic-zone-plans-to-boost-forest-city
The "Northern Lights" are coming to Singapore. ✨ A new light installation called Borealis will debut at Gardens by the Bay on May 5 ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/singapore/northern-lights-coming-to-supertree-grove-in-gardens-by-the-bay-in-may #GardensByTheBay #Borealis #auroraborealis #Singapore #StraitsTimes
South Korean woman loses $70k to scam involving deepfake of Elon Musk: She handed over the money after seeing a deepfake video of what appeared to be the Tesla ...
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/south-korean-woman-loses-70k-to-elon-musk-deepfake-scam
Quick Glance: South Korean Woman Falls Victim to $50k Elon Musk Deepfake Scam
- A South Korean woman was convinced to invest 70 million won ($50,770) after watching a fabricated video portraying someone who looked like Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, as reported locally on Tuesday.
- Jeong Ji-sun, identified by the pseudonym at KBS, disclosed her experience as a victim of a romance scam on KBS's 'In-Depth 60 Minutes.' During the episode on April 19, Jeong narrated her initial interactions with the scammer posing as Musk.
- Jeong's initial hesitations dissipated swiftly. The scammer forwarded his identification and a workplace photo to Jeong. Moreover, he discussed aspects such as his children and commuting to Tesla or SpaceX via helicopter. He further mentioned his sporadic outreach to fans.
- The program highlighted the prevalent use of AI in these romance scams. The swindler engaged in a form of deception known as 'pig butchering,' as explained by the producer. This approach involves gradually enticing victims to increase their contributions to an apparently legitimate investment before the perpetrator vanishes.
Former Singapore diplomat appointed English Premier League club Burnley’s chief of staff
straitstimes.com/sport/former-singapore-diplomat-appointed-english-premier-league-club-burnley-s-chief-of-staff
FairPrice Group to offer savings and discounts worth over $4.5m for May Day: The May Day 2024 offers are worth more than twice the $2 million committed for May ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/fairprice-group-to-offer-savings-and-discounts-worth-over-45m-for-may-day
S’pore firms rethink workplace policies ahead of new flexi-work guidelines: Local employers see the potential for increased productivity and employee ...
straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/s-pore-firms-rethink-workplace-policies-ahead-of-new-flexi-work-guidelines
Core inflation in Singapore expected to remain elevated, before falling in fourth quarter: MAS
straitstimes.com/business/economy/core-inflation-in-singapore-expected-to-remain-elevated-before-falling-in-fourth-quarter-mas
Singer Celine Dion is taking life ‘one day at a time’, gives health update in rare interview
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singer-celine-dion-is-taking-life-one-day-at-a-time-gives-health-update-in-rare-interview
Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned by top New York court: There were “egregious errors” that can only be remedied by a new trial, appeals court rules.
straitstimes.com/world/harvey-weinsteins-conviction-is-overturned-by-top-new-york-court
Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Manchester City crush Brighton to close gap on Arsenal in title race: Phil Foden strikes twice in a ruthless 4-0 victory for imperious City.
straitstimes.com/sport/football/man-city-humble-brighton-to-keep-pressure-on-arsenal
HDB resale prices climb for 16th straight quarter in Q1, more flats sold: Prices were up 1.8% between January and March 2024.
straitstimes.com/singapore/housing/hdb-resale-prices-climb-for-16th-straight-quarter-in-q1-more-flats-sold
When distance makes friendships more cherished: Friendships can be strengthened if people make the effort to stay in touch.
straitstimes.com/opinion/when-distance-makes-friendships-more-cherished
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Maximilian Maeder claims victory at French Olympic Week: At the Port of Hyeres in France, the Singapore teen needed just one attempt to win the first-to-three ...
straitstimes.com/sport/maximilian-maeder-claims-victory-at-french-olympic-week
Waste to plate: Fish feed from soya bean processing run-off spells hope for cheaper fish
straitstimes.com/singapore/waste-to-plate-fish-feed-from-soybean-processing-run-off-spells-hope-for-cheaper-fish
TikTok ban threat reveals an insecure America: The fear of China has become a powerful US foreign policy imperative.
straitstimes.com/opinion/tiktok-ban-threat-reveals-an-insecure-america
Paid articlePaid Ground handling firm Sats defers new air cargo fee a second time to Aug 1 amid continued pushback
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/ground-handling-firm-sats-defers-new-air-cargo-fee-a-second-time-to-aug-1-amid-continued-pushback
Homes in many major cities are getting pricier: Housing in most big urban areas is now considered out of reach for the average worker
straitstimes.com/business/invest/homes-in-many-major-cities-are-getting-pricier
Paid articlePaid 309 nabbed over scams involving over $9 million in losses: The suspects, aged between 16 and 75, were involved in scam cases related to e-commerce and jobs.
straitstimes.com/singapore/309-nabbed-over-scams-involving-over-9-million-in-losses
Spooked army horses broke loose during morning exercises in central London and galloped through the streets at rush hour. The incident resulted in 4 people ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/world/europe/horses-run-amok-in-central-london
Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Meta profits soar but costs of AI cause worry: Its net profit in the January to March period rose to $16.9 billion.
straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/meta-profits-soar-but-costs-of-ai-cause-worry
Quick Glance: Meta Quarterly Results: Revenue Expectations Lowered, Stock Fell
- Meta's quarterly results exceeded expectations, but the revenue forecast for the next quarter was lowered.
- Despite successful ad business and increasing user numbers, Meta's stock experienced a drop of over 10 percent.
- Analysts caution about Meta's reduced revenue expectations for the second quarter, leading to investor skepticism.
- Zuckerberg plans to significantly increase investments in AI models in the coming years to enhance Meta's leading position in the artificial intelligence domain.
Use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth ‘alarming’: WHO: Survey data from 280,000 young people aged 11, 13 and 15 in Europe, Central Asia and Canada painted ...
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Dialysis while you sleep: NKF to open up more than 200 additional slots for overnight service
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/dialysis-while-you-sleep-nkf-to-open-up-over-200-more-slots-for-overnight-service
Changi Airport’s passenger traffic exceeds pre-pandemic levels in Q1 2024: Some 16.5 million passengers passed through the airport in the first three months of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/changi-airport-s-passenger-traffic-exceeds-pre-pandemic-levels-in-q1-2024
E-commerce risks becoming scam central with proliferation of bots: Platforms, online services must do more to tackle scourge of scammers using bots in innovative ...
straitstimes.com/opinion/e-commerce-risks-becoming-scam-central-with-proliferation-of-bots
Paid articlePaid Research network to study ovarian ageing and its link to women’s health: The ovaries are among the first organs to age in a woman, but it is not known why or how ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/research-network-to-study-ovarian-ageing-and-its-link-to-women-s-health
Sergeant Kiang, co-creator of Chatterbox Chicken Rice, dies at 86: His legacy lives on at the Lou Yau Kee Chicken Rice stall run by his son in New York.
straitstimes.com/life/food/sergeant-kiang-co-creator-of-chatterbox-chicken-rice-dies-at-86
Over 2 years’ jail for man who assaulted Malaysian actor with baton at Singapore Expo event
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/over-2-years-jail-for-man-who-assaulted-malaysian-actor-with-baton-at-singapore-expo-event
Don’t read too much into walkabouts: Ng Chee Meng: The labour chief dismissed speculation about his appearance at a community event in Bukit Batok.
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/don-t-read-too-much-into-walkabouts-ng-chee-meng
Vaccines saved at least 154 million lives in 50 years, says WHO: Infants accounted for 101 million of the lives saved through immunisation over the five decades.
straitstimes.com/world/europe/vaccines-saved-at-least-154-million-lives-in-50-years-says-who
Slight increase in COEs for May to July, quota up 2.7% to 15,104: The increases are in the cars, commercial vehicle and Open categories.
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/slight-increase-in-coes-for-may-to-july-quota-up-27-to-15104
Dating apps may have reached their peak with Gen Z. Here’s why: Negative experiences have turned many towards slow-burn romance, in-person introductions.
straitstimes.com/opinion/dating-apps-may-have-reached-their-peak-with-gen-z-here-s-why
Paid articlePaid Condo resale prices inch up in March as volume rebounds 17.4%: The highest transacted price was $8.7 million for a unit at Corals at Keppel Bay.
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Orchard Towers murder: Man who punched victim while holding knife gets life in prison, caning
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/orchard-towers-murder-man-who-punched-victim-while-holding-knife-gets-life-in-prison-caning
US congressional delegation calls on PM Lee and DPM Wong during visit to S’pore: PM Lee and DPM Wong welcomed the US’ continued engagement of South-east Asia.
straitstimes.com/singapore/us-congressional-delegation-calls-on-pm-lee-and-dpm-wong-during-visit-to-s-pore
Malaysia finds parasitic worms in over 16 tonnes of canned sardine imported from China via Singapore
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-finds-parasitic-worms-in-over-16-tonnes-of-canned-sardine-imported-from-china-via-singapore
Malaysia’s ex-PM Abdullah Badawi admitted to hospital for ‘lung issues’: Pak Lah, 84, was warded in the National Heart Institute’s critical care unit.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-s-ex-pm-abdullah-badawi-admitted-to-hospital-for-lung-issues
This hospital is brightening the day of patients with a horticultural therapy project. 💚 Khoo Teck Puat Hospital's Garden by the Bed initiative sees “gardens” ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2024/04/horticulture-therapy-khoo-teck-puat-hospital-singapore/
American man who ran fraudulent trading scheme involving over $18m gets 39 months’ jail
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/american-man-who-ran-fraudulent-trading-scheme-involving-over-18m-gets-39-months-jail
Whirlpool is cutting 1,000 jobs as US appliance demand remains stagnant: Whirlpool employed 59,000 workers worldwide as at the end of 2023.
straitstimes.com/business/whirlpool-is-cutting-1000-jobs-as-us-appliance-demand-remains-stagnant
In the business of fun: Meet the people who help shape Singapore’s tourism infrastructure
straitstimes.com/singapore/jobs/career-shaping-tourist-landscape-singapore-tourism-board
Goldman Sachs to raise headcount in asset and wealth management as it expands in Asia
straitstimes.com/business/banking/goldman-sachs-to-raise-headcount-in-asset-and-wealth-management-as-it-expands-in-asia
Paid articlePaid ‘Black hole’ of alluring content: Chinese social media apps like Xiaohongshu pull in S’pore users
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Paid articlePaid Man who allegedly fell asleep behind wheel among 20 motorists who will be charged with drink driving
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Three types of goat cheese products recalled over likely bacteria presence: The recall is ongoing, said the Singapore Food Agency.
straitstimes.com/singapore/three-types-of-goat-cheese-products-recalled-over-likely-bacteria-presence
$3b money laundering accused Su Baolin handed 3 new charges, to plead guilty on April 29
straitstimes.com/singapore/3b-money-laundering-accused-su-baolin-handed-3-new-charges
China’s Noah to hire 50 to 100 wealth managers in Hong Kong, Singapore: The private bank is expanding overseas as China’s rich are looking to diversify their ...
straitstimes.com/business/china-s-noah-to-hire-50-to-100-wealth-managers-in-hong-kong-singapore
Malaysia plans to roll out more women-only coaches on trains to curb sexual harassment
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/malaysia-plans-wider-roll-out-of-women-only-coaches-on-trains-to-curb-sexual-harassment
Peach Garden restaurant in Thomson Plaza suspended after 43 diners fall ill: The Ministry of Health and Singapore Food Agency are investigating eight cases of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/peach-garden-restaurant-in-thomson-plaza-suspended-after-43-diners-fall-ill
Sifa 2024: From beach opera to cave music, explore a post-human world at festival of arts
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Paid articlePaid 🦗 "The eyes! The eyes are looking at me." We tried Bamnut noodles topped with roasted crickets by Singapore start-ups. Here's how it went ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/singapore/more-singapore-fb-businesses-expanding-overseas #crickets #alternativefood #food #Singapore #StraitsTimes
Sole $20m bid in auction for Sentosa plot seized in money laundering probe not accepted by OCBC
straitstimes.com/business/sole-20m-bid-in-auction-for-sentosa-plot-seized-in-money-laundering-probe-not-accepted-by-ocbc
Victims of China floods race to salvage property: The massive downpours have claimed the lives of four people and forced over 100,000 to evacuate.
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/victims-of-china-floods-race-to-salvage-property
Woman started fire that left then boyfriend with burn scars for life: Daljeet Kaur Dharam Chand was convicted in March after a trial.
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/woman-started-fire-which-caused-burns-to-then-boyfriend-who-is-now-permanently-scarred
South Korean military set to ban iPhones over ‘security’ concerns: But Android-based smartphones will be exempted from the ban.
straitstimes.com/asia/south-korean-military-set-to-ban-iphones-over-security-concerns
Third tranche of S’pore Red Cross aid worth $815,000 for Gaza: The aid will focus on getting food and medical supplies to those affected.
straitstimes.com/singapore/3rd-tranche-of-s-pore-red-cross-aid-worth-815000-for-gaza
New study bolsters idea of athletic differences between men and trans women: The study’s most important finding, according to one of its authors ...
straitstimes.com/sport/new-study-bolsters-idea-of-athletic-differences-between-men-and-trans-women
SPONSORED: Did you know that it costs thousands of dollars a month to pay for caregiving if you’re disabled?
Find out how to protect yourself in the event of ... Show more www.straitstimes.com/business/bt-podcast-future-proof-your-life-with-disability-insurance
‘Northern Lights’ coming to Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay in May: The light installation will run on Saturday, Sundays and Mondays from May 5.
straitstimes.com/singapore/northern-lights-coming-to-supertree-grove-in-gardens-by-the-bay-in-may
Family and friends bid farewell to 17-year-old Temasek JC student Afifah Munirah Muhammad Azril as she was laid to rest at Choa Chu Kang Muslim Cemetery. www.straitstimes.com/singapore/tampines-crash-victims-buried-at-choa-chu-kang-muslim-cemetery-one-grave-apart-from-each-other
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