The Straits Times - February 06, 2025
The Straits Times - February 06, 2025
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In this issue
February 06, 2025
Sara Duterte impeached
Figure is over and above govt subsidies in other areas such as education and housing
4 mins
Trump's plan to 'take over' Gaza evokes memory of 1948 evictions
President Donald Trump has claimed that the US is ready to \"take over\" and \"own\" the war-torn Gaza Strip, arguing for the removal and \"resettlement\" of the estimated 2.3 million Palestinians inhabiting the area.
4 mins
Trump's Gaza Plan: Global Powers Slam Idea, Reiterate Support for Two-State Solution
Forced displacement of Palestinians risks destabilizing Middle East, they say
3 mins
No ties with Israel without Palestinian state, says Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia said on Feb 5 that it would not establish ties with Israel without the creation of a Palestinian state, contradicting President Donald Trump's claim that Riyadh was not demanding a Palestinian homeland when he said the US wants to take over the Gaza Strip.
1 min
Firms with HQ in Singapore can use JS-SEZ as manufacturing base: Alvin Tan
Companies can use the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as a manufacturing and processing base while keeping their headquarters and research operations here, said Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan.
2 mins
About half of Sec 1 student cohorts in affiliated schools have no prior links
About half of the Secondary 1 student cohorts in affiliated secondary schools came from non-affiliated primary schools in the past four years, said Education Minister Chan Chun Sing.
2 mins
Extended childcare leave, more financial help on MPs' wish list for families
They also bring up need for flexi-work arrangements to help parents manage commitments
4 mins
Removing CMIO Race Framework May Lead to Problems: Shanmugam
Lack of race-based data makes it harder to identify challenges faced by different groups
3 mins
Some 3,000 workers granted One Pass last year in effort to anchor talent in S'pore
About 3,000 workers were granted Overseas Networks and Expertise (One) passes in 2024, and around one in six were new entrants, said Manpower Minister Tan See Leng in Parliament on Feb 5.
2 mins
Minister Calls Out Leong Mun Wai's Past 'Racist' Comments
Non-Constituency MP Leong Mun Wai's past remarks show that he does not put much value in the Government's multiracial approach to policies, said Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam on Feb 5.
2 mins
Malaysia PM Confirms 'Slight Increase' in Electricity Tariffs for Industrial Sector
As the Malaysian government prepares to reduce fuel subsidies in 2025, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed a \"slight increase\" in electricity tariffs in Peninsular Malaysia, leaving businesses wary that increased costs will deter investors.
3 mins
Philippine V-P Duterte impeached as feud with Marcos intensifies
She will face Senate trial over threat against the President, alleged misuse of public funds
4 mins
Indonesia questions fairness of Paris climate accord after US withdrawal
Jakarta's special envoy says he considers the agreement no longer relevant for the country
3 mins
Seoul Mayor Assures Tourists of City's Safety Amid Political Turmoil
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon on Feb 4 again moved to assure foreign tourists that the city remains safe, emphasizing the municipality's commitment to safety and openness amid ongoing political turmoil following 2024's martial law declaration.
2 mins
Dealmaker or partner? How Trump's foreign policy could take shape in Asia
Hosting of Japanese and Indian PMs gives him chance to shore up US' position against China
6 mins
Trump in 'no rush' to speak with China's Xi despite tit-for-tat tariffs
US President Donald Trump said on Feb 4 he was not in a hurry to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, despite expectations that they would hold talks after announcing tit-for-tat tariffs in a growing trade conflict.
3 mins
Trump Extends Halt to Funding for Palestinian Relief Agency
He Also Withdraws US From Human Rights Council, Says UN Has to 'Get Its Act Together'
3 mins
US Restores 'Maximum Pressure' on Iran to Drive Oil Exports to Zero
US President Donald Trump on Feb 4 restored his \"maximum pressure\" campaign on Iran that includes efforts to drive its oil exports down to zero to stop Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
3 mins
Malaysia's AGC seeking to block Najib's bid for house arrest
Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) is seeking to block jailed former prime minister Najib Razak's court bid to serve the remainder of his 1MDB-linked prison sentence at home.
1 min
US Military Plane Deporting Indian Immigrants Lands in Punjab
A US military plane carrying illegal Indian immigrants landed in India's northern city of Amritsar on Feb 5, a Reuters witness said, deporting an unspecified number of people as part of President Donald Trump's immigration agenda.
1 min
Indonesia Scraps Policy That Led to Long Queues for Cooking Gas
Indonesia's Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia apologised for a policy that banned small retailers from selling canisters of subsidised cooking gas used by millions of households, scrapping the move that led to long lines for the fuel and sparked public anger.
1 min
Thailand Cuts Power, Fuel, and Internet Supply to Parts of Myanmar
Thailand has cut electricity, internet, and fuel supplies to five border areas in Myanmar, a senior Thai minister said on Feb 5, as the South-east Asian nation steps up efforts to choke scam centers that have become a growing security concern.
1 min
US Couple Cook, Care for Helper Recovering from Surgery
Duo Among Recipients at S'pore Awards for Employer, Domestic Worker of the Year
3 mins
Cat A down 9.2% as COE prices fall in all categories except for motorcycles
Certificate of entitlement (COE) prices fell for all categories except motorcycles on Feb 5, with the category for smaller cars seeing the sharpest drop of 9.2 per cent.
2 mins
Pick winning sneaker design, stand chance to win $500 in vouchers
Three voters will win $500 worth of vouchers each for picking the winning design from the top 20 entries of the inaugural Design Your Sneaker Competition.
1 min
New way to vet external speakers supports intellectual discourse: NUS
University says the framework takes into account national, geopolitical contexts
3 mins
'Central canon in Singapore art': President Tharman pays tribute to Lim Tze Peng
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam attended the wake of artist Lim Tze Peng on Feb 5, paying tribute to the ink master whose body of work \"will always be a central canon in Singapore art and culture\", he said.
2 mins
Checks After ICA Scam Show No Other Govt E-Services Can Be Done With Only IC Details
No government e-services can be carried out using just a person's NRIC number and its date of issue, the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) said on Feb 4.
2 mins
If social media manipulation arises during GE, Singapore will use Fica, Pofma: Sun Xueling
Govt aware algorithms on such platforms can be made to skew information users see
2 mins
MOE studying ways to discourage tuition centres from playing on parents' fears
The Ministry of Education (MOE) is studying ways to discourage tuition centres from undesirable advertising practices that tap into parents' anxieties and fear of missing out, said Minister of State for Education Gan Siow Huang.
2 mins
Former police officer hanged for 2013 murders of father, son in Kovan
A former police officer who was convicted of the 2013 murders of a father and his son in Kovan was hanged on Feb 5.
2 mins
Rapper begins jail term for trying to promote ill will after losing appeal
Judge says Nair showed disregard for the law as six-week prison sentence upheld
3 mins
STI Down for Third Straight Session as US Tariffs Hit Sentiment
• Trio of local banks fall; Singtel slides 0.6% to $3.21 • Genting Singapore is worst STI performer, down 2% • Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust gains 1.1%
1 min
Gold rises to all-time high amid trade tensions; analysts see more upside
Gold prices have hit a record high, bolstered by fears of a new trade war between the US and China after Beijing slapped tariffs on US imports in response to new US duties on Chinese goods.
3 mins
US solar firm to move battery cell ops out of China
Enphase Energy, a US solar and battery systems supplier, is in the process of moving its battery cell manufacturing out of China to avoid tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump as part of a wider trade war between the world's two largest economies.
1 min
Keppel full-year profit up 5% as data-centre business thrives
Group achieves 10.1% return on equity in its first year as global asset manager, operator
4 mins
Asia-Pacific ahead of US, EU in retail crypto activity: Analysis
The Asia-Pacific region is ahead of the United States and Europe when it comes to retail investors' trading of the world's most popular cryptocurrency, exchange Gemini said of an analysis of blockchain data.
2 mins
Nissan Pulling Out of Planned Tie-Up With Honda: Report
Nissan Motor is pulling out of its deal with Honda Motor to combine both brands and regain global competitiveness, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Feb 5.
2 mins
Singapore retail sales decline for second consecutive month
Year-end holidays a factor, with residents spending abroad due to strong Singdollar
2 mins
If your child is glued to a screen, you'd better read this
Research shows that excessive screen time makes children less alert and the harm can continue into adulthood.
6 mins
After an overdose of techno-optimism, we need a pinch of scepticism
We have been dazzled by Big Tech's innovations. It's time to start questioning the price we have paid for them.
7 mins
Should Fluoride Still Be in Our Water? Yes, Here's Why
The mineral is a key defense against tooth decay, which remains a big problem.
4 mins
Stop Worshipping the American Tech Giants
The arrival of DeepSeek shows us the competitive weaknesses of Silicon Valley titans.
4 mins
Coffee Shops: Enforcement Only Way To Ensure Toilets Are Kept Clean
I refer to the Forum letter \"Coffee shops can balance toilet hygiene and costs for better business\" (Feb 5).
1 min
Bullying: Parents Must Partner with Schools to Prevent Incidents
I read with interest the article urging parents to let schools handle cases of bullying (Parents should let schools handle fighting or bullying cases, and avoid jumping in: Chan Chun Sing, Feb 4).
1 min
Caregivers ● More can be done to make things easier, smoother
As the population ages and with smaller household sizes, caregivers' responsibilities have increased tremendously.
1 min
Costa's Rebuilding of Jebel Ali Is Paying Off
Australian trainer hoping UAE dominance can translate into a first title, more Group 1 wins
3 mins
It may well pay to Accept Cookies in the last race
Feb 6 South Africa (Turffontein) form analysis
3 mins
ONG REVS UP ENGINES AT TRIALS
S'pore champion trainer wins three hit-outs with War Star, Cheval Pegasus and Outfit
3 mins
More clarity' is Taylor's secret to play-off prowess
It may be a stressful way to win a golf tournament, but Nick Taylor has embraced becoming the PGA Tour's \"Mr Play-off\".
2 mins
Tan Aims For 'Small Goals' Over Results
S'pore golfer focuses on improving certain facets of game for her 2nd season on LET
3 mins
Refs union rubbishes claims of aiding Chiefs as 'insulting'
After Roger Goodell, commissioner of the National Football League (NFL), dismissed the idea that officials give deference to the Kansas City Chiefs, the NFL Referees Association (NFLRA) released a statement on Feb 4 calling such theories \"insulting and preposterous\".
2 mins
Ex-world No. 1 Halep retires with her 'soul at peace'
Simona Halep, a former world No. 1 and two-time Grand Slam winner, said she is \"at peace\" as she announced her retirement from tennis on Feb 4, after losing in the first round at her home event, the Transylvania Open in Cluj.
2 mins
Students Overcome Self-Doubt to Excel
SSP Awards winners receive recognition for their perseverance, achievements in 2024
3 mins
Chess great Carlsen calls for Fide head Dvorkovich's ouster
Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour boss Jan Henric Buettner and all-time great Magnus Carlsen have called on International Chess Federation (Fide) president Arkady Dvorkovich to resign, after talks over an agreement about the new series fell through.
2 mins
'Don't Explain VAR Calls In Venues'
In-stadium announcements may add to the pressure on refs, says Liverpool boss Slot
3 mins
I didn't feel very helped' by police, claims Kerr
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr claimed she was ignored by police officers after telling them a taxi driver left the Australian fearing for her life, a court heard on Feb 4.
2 mins
Inspired by Asis, Khairin hopes to shine in Portugal
Once the Singapore Premier League's (SPL) youngest debutant at just 15, Khairin Nadim will be taking a major step in his football career with a move to Portugal.
3 mins
Xue Upsets World No. 3
Chinese penholder seizes opportunity to shine by stunning Japan's Harimoto
3 mins
BLAST TO THE PAST - FOR HISTORY JUNKIES
Will SG60 herald some of the most iconic contemporary Singapore history plays?
1 min
Ex-child star finally a headliner
After decades in the industry, Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan gets his first outing as a lead actor
3 mins
Barbie Hsu's ashes flown back to Taiwan
The ashes of Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu have returned home with her family on Feb 5 afternoon, according to Taiwanese media.
3 mins
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