The Straits Times - February 29, 2024
The Straits Times - February 29, 2024
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In this issue
February 29, 2024
S’pore pursues growth to improve lives of citizens, says DPM Wong
No one will come to our rescue if we falter, he says
7 mins
No need for further GST increases up to 2030: DPM Wong
GST hike closed country’s funding gap until then; Govt to assess situation beyond that
5 mins
S'pore keen to work with regional partners to capture, store CO2: SM Teo
Firms here may be able to ship emissions to Indonesia for storage there if plan pans out
5 mins
RSAF to buy eight F-35A fighter jets, growing fleet to 20 F-35s
Both variants have different strengths to boost air force’s capabilities: Ng Eng Hen
2 mins
Eligible SimplyGo users can collect new ez-link cards from March 18
They can still use their SimplyGo cards even after collecting the new cards, says LTA
4 mins
Number of Malaysians in sig economy hits record high of 3m, raising concerns
Industries may struggle to find skilled workers in the long run, weakening the economy
4 mins
Will Palestinian Authority leadership reshuffle lead to sufficient reform?
Apart from forming new Cabinet, it must fight corruption and regain people’s trust
4 mins
S. Korea files criminal complaint against five doctors for walkout
It takes first legal step that could lead to the stripping of licences for those taking labour action
2 mins
Messi saga shows Chinese football market comes with political risks
Superstar’s no-show in Hong Kong friendly sparks furore over perceived snub to China
4 mins
Biden wins Michigan primary but faces sizeable Gaza protest vote
Trump wins the state’s Republican presidential primary by a large margin
4 mins
Defence spending to be kept at 3% of GDP over the next decade
Minister makes clear need for continued investment in the SAF to deter aggression
3 mins
President thanks Chingay performers, sponsors at Istana
For Mr Azhar Samsuddin, 55, losing his right leg to drug use in 2016 was a self-described blessing.
2 mins
Enjoy rare treats at inaugural Hinghwa Food and Cultural Festival
Pickled olive skewers, oyster cakes, red rice cakes and red mushroom tea - these rare treats are just a few of the more than 30 culinary delights that visitors can try at the inaugural Hinghwa Food and Cultural Festival.
2 mins
Sheng Siong’s half-year gains up 3.6% as finance income doubles
Supermarket chain Sheng Siong on Feb 27 reported a 3.6 per cent rise in net profit to $68.3 million for the second half of 2023, from $65.9 million in the year-ago period.
1 min
OCBC profit up 12% in Q4 to $1.62b, crosses $7b for FY2023
Board recommends final dividend of 42 cents, bringing full-year dividend to 82 cents
3 mins
THREE WINS WOULD BE THE CHARM
Trainer Ong raises Pacific Charm to Class 4, fancies King Zoustar, Per Incrown as well
3 mins
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