The Straits Times - February 14, 2025
The Straits Times - February 14, 2025
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February 14, 2025
$788m mixed-use development to be built near Johor RTS station
A RM2.6 billion (S$788 million) development including a mall topped by four towers is being planned at the Johor Bahru terminus of the upcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link rail project connecting to Singapore's Woodlands North MRT station.
3 mins
Household incomes rise; income inequality lowest since 2000
Median monthly household employment income above $10k for third straight time
4 mins
Fires Involving Active Mobility Devices Up By 21.8% In 2024
SCDF says such fires are an area of concern, urges public to use only compliant devices
3 mins
Europe's worst nightmare closer to reality after Trump's call with Putin
Move for US-Russia talks on ending Ukraine war breaks consensus among Western govts
4 mins
Europe's Worst Nightmare Closer to Reality After Trump's Call With Putin
Move for US-Russia talks on ending Ukraine war breaks consensus among Western govts
2 mins
Bukit Panjang gets 3rd centre to engage 1,300 seniors, with a 4th to come
The latest of three active ageing centres (AACs) in Bukit Panjang is expected to engage up to 1,300 senior residents, who can enjoy exercise sessions or art activities in scenic surroundings.
2 mins
China's New Rules Targeting Online Posts Take Military Secrecy Up a Notch
Move in line with overall govt clampdown on information environment, say experts
3 mins
Australia Slams 'Unsafe' Conduct of Chinese Fighter Jet Over S. China Sea
Australia said on Feb 13 that a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian air force plane patrolling the South China Sea, accusing Beijing of \"unsafe\" military conduct.
2 mins
Sarawak to be first Malaysian state to own an airline
Malaysia's Sarawak state acquired a sister company of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, its latest move to boost ownership of strategic assets as it pushes for greater autonomy.
1 min
Scam victims' families in KL appeal to Thai govt for help
Family members of scammed victims detained in Thailand gathered outside the Thai embassy in Kuala Lumpur, urging the Thai government to help rescue their loved ones.
1 min
Over 250 Rescued From Myanmar Scam Centres Following Raids
Group Handed Over to Thailand as Authorities Crack Down on 'Scam Cities'
2 mins
How Musk and the right are trying to recast reporting as 'doxxing'
Trump's allies seen intimidating those seeking to hold the govt accountable
5 mins
Apple switches to Gulf of America for US users of maps app
Apple has renamed the Gulf of Mexico as the \"Gulf of America\" for US users of its mapping application to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
1 min
US Judge Clears Way for Federal Workers to Take Trump Buyout
About 75,000 Employees Have Opted for Buyout But Unions Say Offer Not Trustworthy
3 mins
Zaqy in Jordan to discuss further ways to support Gaza humanitarian efforts
Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad met the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces, Major-General Yousef Al-Huneiti, on the morning of Feb 13 during a visit to the Jordanian capital, Amman.
1 min
Americans grappling with egg shortage take chickens home to roost
A Houston poultry supply company is selling chickens like there is no tomorrow, as sky-high prices for eggs prompt some Americans to raise their own hens at home.
3 mins
Indonesia seeks new trade deals to diversify markets
Indonesia is seeking to diversify its markets as global protectionism intensifies, while also taking steps to defend its local manufacturers, said Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri.
2 mins
Several Parkway Parade mall tenants leave as rents go up
Long-time tenants say they struggle with costs, tepid sales and more building work
6 mins
Retiree jailed for pushing 90-year-old during scuffle, causing fatal head injury
A 72-year-old retiree confronted a 90-year-old man who had dementia after the latter yelled at him over a purported $100 loan.
1 min
11 Years' Jail For Man Who Raped Girlfriend's Daughter
Teen Was 13 When First Abused; She Became Withdrawn And Dropped Out Of School
2 mins
Public Warning System sirens to go off tomorrow
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will sound an \"Important Message\" signal through the islandwide Public Warning System (PWS) network of sirens on Feb 15 at 6.20pm.
1 min
PAP Announces Replacement of Hougang and Aljunied Branch Leaders
Lawyer Marshall Lim will replace Mr Jackson Lam as PAP branch chairman in Hougang SMC, switching the ruling party's potential candidate in the opposition ward ahead of the general election.
3 mins
NKF nurses win award for easing woes of dialysis patients
They used plastic tubes to overcome issue of needles shifting out of place overnight
2 mins
Chinese news veteran Chua Chim Kang leaves Mediacorp
Chinese news veteran Chua Chim Kang has left Mediacorp, the broadcaster announced on Feb 12.
1 min
Woman has spinal surgery after falling branch hits her
68-year-old was waiting for hubby to pick her up after market trip for lohei ingredients
3 mins
STI up 0.2% despite release of worrying US inflation data
• Gainers edge out losers 281 to 261 on the broader market • HK, Malaysia bourses slip; Japan, Australia end higher • Dow and S&P 500 retreat, while Nasdaq closes flat
1 min
Tax Incentives Proposed to Draw Firms, Fund Managers to List in Singapore: MAS
Review group submits first set of measures to strengthen local equities market
2 mins
Life insurance sales in S'pore recover in 2024, growing nearly 20%
A surge in consumers taking up investment-linked plans helped Singapore's life insurance business to recover strongly in 2024 after a drop in sales the previous year.
2 mins
Seatrium's shares jump more than 10% after it inks MOU with BP
Seatrium's shares rallied more than 10 per cent on Feb 13 after its announcement of a second project with oil and gas giant BP to build a deepwater floating production unit (FPU).
1 min
MPA Probes Engine Breakdown on Singapore-Flagged Ship
Container vessel managed by same firm overseeing ship in US bridge collapse
3 mins
HPL to focus on its assets, projects after exiting Cuscaden consortium
Hotel Properties (HPL), the real estate company owned by tycoon Ong Beng Seng, will focus on developing its assets and holdings after exiting a Temasek-backed consortium that owns Paragon real estate investment trust (Reit), among other assets.
1 min
Experts bullish on local data centre industry amid surging AI demand
Surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding digital infrastructure are driving massive investment in the local data centre industry, noted experts.
3 mins
NTUC to help link workers with 1,200 mentors in new pilot scheme
Involving firms in the process will enable better matching, says labour chief
3 mins
The Arctic Is Hotting Up And It's Not Just Climate
Melting ice is stoking geopolitical manoeuvres with implications for Greenland and beyond.
6 mins
S'pore's pursuit of excellence needs open meritocracy, a broader definition of success: Chan Chun Sing
At a lecture on Feb 11, as part of celebrations marking SG60 and his ministry's 70th anniversary, Education Minister Chan Chun Sing spoke about the need for shifts in mindset and culture in the face of new challenges. Here is an edited extract of his speech.
8 mins
Grandparents have a role to play, too, in children's screen time
Many are caregivers while parents are at work. So they need to be included in efforts to raise awareness about guidelines, restrictions.
3 mins
Autism: Make Informed Choices About Complementary and Alternative Therapies
The article \"Youth with special needs and seniors get support at new community hub in One Holland Village\" (Feb 11) describes the services at a new community hub for youth with special needs and seniors and highlights how it can support these individuals.
1 min
Shingles Decision to subsidise vaccinations a win for seniors
The Ministry of Health's move to allow subsidies for the shingles vaccine (Subsidies allowed for shingles vaccine from September, Feb 11) shows the Government's commitment to the well-being of senior citizens.
1 min
Ex-offenders ● Offer them a real chance, not just a second chance
I was heartened to read that organisations beyond the Singapore Prison Service and Yellow Ribbon Project are initiating programmes to help former offenders reintegrate and prevent re-offending (Peek into a mock prison cell and hear from ex-offenders at non-profit's new hub in Geylang Serai, Feb 1).
1 min
In-Form Trio Strut Their Stuff Ahead Of Hot Dash
Kong Fu Panda, Te Akau Ben, Platinum Universal in good nick
3 mins
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