The Straits Times - February 16, 2025
The Straits Times - February 16, 2025
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In this issue
February 16, 2025
Singapore to tap experts in study on safety of advanced nuclear technologies
Move part of push to assess viability of nuclear energy here in longer term: EMA
4 mins
No need to reheat: Ready-to-eat meals can be stored for months
The meals do not require reheating before consumption and can be stored for months, and 150,000 of them will be distributed to schools and active ageing centres during the 2025 Total Defence exercise.
2 mins
Nationwide phishing test to be part of Exercise SG Ready for first time
It aims to help firms assess their cyber resilience in the face of such attacks
3 mins
Helping students with disabilities Her patience builds their confidence
Occupational therapist develops trust through simple, everyday interactions for students to reach their potential
5 mins
Making progress together
When 11-year-old Aryan first started schooling at Rainbow Centre four years ago, he struggled with communicating and participating in class.
1 min
China Will Hit Back at US 'Bullying', Wang Yi Tells Forum
China's top diplomat said the country will respond to any further unilateral US sanctions, calling such moves a form of \"bullying\" in his first major public remarks since US President Donald Trump launched a new trade conflict.
2 mins
Lights, air-con switched off in Indonesia's govt offices as Prabowo's budget cuts bite
JAKARTA – Ms Rinda (not her real name) and around 30 of her colleagues have worked for the past week with most of the lights in the office switched off, after President Prabowo Subianto ordered budget cuts for ministries and government agencies.
3 mins
We'll tough it out: Factories in 'Shein village' feel heat from new US rules
Chinese firms ready for adjustments as they can bank on an unrivalled local supply chain
5 mins
INSIDE THE MINDS OF INCELS
In some niche internet communities are men who identify as incels - or the involuntarily celibate - who blame women and society for their relationship woes
10 mins
Russia Rejoices Over Trump-Putin Talks But Unsure About Extent Of Cooperation
Hints of Moscow wanting talks on Ukraine to develop into broader global collaboration
4 mins
China Calls For All Stakeholders In Ukraine War To Be In Peace Process
China believes all stakeholders in the Russia-Ukraine conflict should participate in the peace talks, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Feb 14, underscoring Europe's role in them after a flurry of US messaging on how to end the war.
1 min
HK's Public Healthcare Sector Faces Pressing Manpower Issues
Exodus of talent, ageing population contribute to longstanding problem
5 mins
Senior But Slaying It
Interns over 50 at Gen Z-run start-up make waves online
4 mins
Japan Looks To Amend Election Law For Social Media Age
This comes after fringe parties used rogue tactics to wreak havoc on polls in 2024
5 mins
3 Israeli Hostages Freed From Gaza as Ceasefire Holds
Israel Begins Releasing 369 Palestinian Prisoners and Detainees in Exchange
3 mins
Demerit points, composition sums for speeding offences to go up next year
Demerit points and composition sums for speeding offences will be increased from Jan 1, 2026, Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam said on Feb 15.
1 min
Road to Unesco
For Chingay 2025, Mr Arthur Ong dressed up as an ang ku kueh. In his nine years as a Chingay performer, the 40-year-old technical support executive has also danced with lotus flowers and helped to choreograph dances.
4 mins
Chingay over the years
The name \"Chingay\" is derived from a Hokkien term equivalent to the Mandarin term zhuangyi, which means \"the art of costume and masquerade\".
1 min
Three-term MP Ang Wei Neng hopes to continue serving West Coast GRC
Three-term MP Ang Wei Neng said he hopes to continue serving residents in West Coast GRC and see through the work he has started.
2 mins
Nee Soon MPs Committed to Offer More Support: Minister
Initiatives on top of national ones help residents amid the rising cost of living
2 mins
Verdict in WP chief Pritam Singh's trial expected tomorrow
A district court is set to rule on Feb 17 whether Workers' Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh lied to a parliamentary committee.
3 mins
Hokkien clan group reproducing archives in digital form
Documents detailing the construction of temples and deity processions held by Hokkien communities in 19th-century Singapore are being gradually digitised in a new database.
2 mins
Resurgence of fake sites, posts on govt payouts like CDC vouchers
Members of the public are advised to be cautious when claiming government payouts such as CDC vouchers, as there has been a resurgence of scams involving websites or infographics that direct victims to phishing links.
1 min
Valentino, gym and sharp objects: What's in store for Year of the Snake
Horoscopes can amuse, assure and inform. But maybe it's best not to take them literally.
6 mins
I spoke to my future self and didn't like her. But I learnt something
The writer chatted with an AI-generated version of her future self about finances, health, employability and solitude.
6 mins
Parenting without screens: My struggles, triumphs, and eventual acceptance
It's hard to follow to the letter the guidelines on screen times for children. But they do set a good direction for parents.
7 mins
Dad, what's the meaning of life?
How to talk about philosophy with children
3 mins
Digibank GXS is well on its feet. What's next?
Its group CEO expects bank to turn a profit and start looking for more capital in 2027
8 mins
How Do Trump's Policies Affect My Investment Portfolio?
Trade tariffs could fuel inflation, market volatility; look to opportunities outside US
5 mins
Lessons from a Couple's Dispute Over 16-Property Portfolio
Case highlights importance of proper documents and the need for exit strategies
5 mins
Why Overseas Properties Are Least Loved When Marriages Fail
Overseas properties may seem like the bargains of the century when compared with pricey Singapore real estate, but buying cheap can often mean you are in for a lot of expensive grief down the road.
2 mins
Ex-cop puts investigative skills to rewarding use on vintage trail
He finds gold and silver to be among the safest forms of investment today
4 mins
Thompson 'sticks to process' to grab one-shot Genesis lead
Davis Thompson is not a well-known name in golf, but he is the one that the big stars have to chase at the Genesis Invitational this weekend.
2 mins
Brothers In Arm-Wrestling
More getting hooked; local group eyeing government funding to extend its reach
3 mins
Sainz 'motivated' despite different challenge ahead
Carlos Sainz drove his 2025 Williams for the first time at a cold, grey Silverstone on Feb 14, but the former Ferrari driver reserved judgment on how he would feel scrapping for points rather than wins this season.
2 mins
Impressive' China need more for Milan 2026
The Asian Winter Games closed in Harbin on Feb 14, with hosts China dominating the medal tally a year before the Olympics and the Philippines among the tropical countries making history.
2 mins
Eagles Feel the Love in 'City of Brotherly Love'
Hundreds of thousands of Philadelphia Eagles fans lined the streets on Feb 14 to celebrate the team's Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs with a parade that ended at the iconic Rocky statue.
2 mins
Maresca Wants Chelsea 'To Do Better' After 'Worst' Display
LONDON - Enzo Maresca admitted Chelsea's dismal 3-0 defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion on Feb 14 was the \"worst performance\" of his reign, as Kaoru Mitoma produced a contender for the English Premier League goal of the season.
2 mins
Calm Liverpool still hold the aces despite recent blips
When all seemed serene, Liverpool suddenly hit the bumps in the road. Making 10 changes at Plymouth led to an embarrassing FA Cup loss to the team rock-bottom of the Championship.
2 mins
Slot Contrite After Everton Row; To Face FA Charge
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been charged with being abusive to match officials during his team's stormy Merseyside derby at rivals Everton on Feb 12.
2 mins
United, Spurs In The Same Boat
Amorim sympathises with Postecoglou as both managers keep faith with their tactics
2 mins
Slipped Disc Did Not Hold Him Back From Starting A Hokkien Mee Stall
Mr Teo Jun Jie was a cook for a Hokkien mee stall in Bukit Batok, but had to quit after injuring his back hauling around 15kg buckets of prawns.
2 mins
Celebrating Life in Death
Some Singaporeans try to find joy in grief by sending off their loved ones with personalised wakes and funerals
8 mins
We Do Not Part bears witness to Jeju's painful past
To most of the world, the island of Jeju in South Korea is a holiday destination, with its idyllic beaches and majestic mountains that have formed the backdrop for many a Korean drama.
3 mins
BookToker Reads in Unexpected Places for the Main Character Vibes
Who: Jennith Chen, 29, runs the BookTok account @readwithjenn on TikTok, where she recommends titles, including romance and Asian literature, to some 13,400 followers.
2 mins
Betting on elevated local food
Dinner at Labyrinth starts, as it might on any casual night out, with a bowl of bak kut teh broth.
9 mins
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